Guest Rating
Quick Info
| Sleeps: 4/7 | Bedrooms: 3 |
| Changeover Day: Sat | Pets Allowed: Yes (2) |
| No smoking | Bathrooms: 2 |
| Licence No: SB-01016-F |
Just three miles from the historic village of Greenlaw and a 10-minute drive from the ancient market town of Duns, The Barley House is a beautifully restored countryside retreat offering space, comfort, and spectacular views, all within easy reach of local heritage and walking routes.
Once part of a working threshing mill, this semi-detached stone cottage blends traditional charm with all the comforts of modern living. Surrounded by peaceful arable land and rolling pastures, it is the perfect base for families, couples, or friends looking to unwind and explore the scenic Berwickshire countryside.
Inside, character meets comfort. The underfloor-heated flagstone floors, timber accents, and a welcoming wood-burning stove create a cosy yet stylish interior. The well-equipped kitchen features a range cooker and generous dining space, ideal for hearty breakfasts or relaxed dinners. French doors open onto a private east-facing courtyard, a serene spot to enjoy your morning coffee while watching the sunrise.
Upstairs, the spacious master bedroom boasts a super-king size bed, countryside views, and an en suite with both bath and separate shower. Additional bedrooms, including a charming family room and a double room with garden views, ensure plenty of space for everyone. A further bathroom offers convenience and comfort for guests.
Step outside and straight into nature. Walking routes begin right from your doorstep, including a scenic trail along a disused railway line that leads to the Palladian Marchmont House or into nearby Greenlaw. Back at the cottage, you can enjoy sweeping views over Blackadder Water and even glimpse the ruins of a Roman fort.
Accessed via a half-mile farm track (not suitable for low-slung vehicles), The Barley House offers ample parking for two cars and a peaceful atmosphere that makes it an ideal choice for a true countryside getaway.
Duns is a very pleasant little market town that is just along the road from the cottage. It has good shops and eating places.
One of its sons was the racing driver Jim Clark and aficionados of the sport can visit the Jim Clark Room in Duns itself, which contains memorabilia of the world champion. The lovely stately home of Manderston (used in the TV series 'The Georgian Country House') is also close by and well worth a visit.
On the way to historic Berwick-upon-Tweed (13m) and the sandy coast, you can also visit the Adam-designed Paxton House, which is an outpost of the National Gallery of Scotland and has the largest picture collection of any country house in Scotland.
The River Whiteadder (fishing permits available) is within easy walking distance and all the interesting Scottish Border country, Edinburgh (one hour's drive) and Northumberland's National Park, coast, spectacular castles and Lindisfarne (Holy Island) can be explored in a day trip. Duns also has a golf course and the great golfing meccas of Muirfield, Archerfield and Luffness are all within an hour's drive.
Local Events and Attractions
Please note: while we make every effort to be as accurate as possible, the actual position of the cottage indicated on the map above and the proximity of the amenities in the Local Info section cannot be guaranteed to be precise and should be used as a guide only.
Accommodation
Downstairs
Sitting room with TV and wood-burning stove
Kitchen/dining room with electric oven, electric hob, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, air fryer, Nespresso coffee machine and microwave
Utility room with washing machine, tumble dryer and wash basin
WC with wash basin
Upstairs
Double bedroom (super king-size, can be split into twin beds) with en suite bathroom with bath, separate shower, WC and wash basin
Double bedroom (king-size)
Family bedroom with small double bed, single bed and a pull-out bed
Bathroom with bath and shower over, WC and wash basin.
What's included
- Cot (excluding linen)
- Free
- Linen (Double Bed)
- Free
- Linen (King-size Double Bed)
- Free
- Highchair
- Free
- Linen (Single Bed)
- Free
- Linen (Super King)
- Free
- Sets of towels (per person)
- Free
- WiFi
- Free
Available Extras
- Pet
- £20.00
Services
Bed linen and towels are INCLUDED. The first £40 of electricity is INCLUDED with any additional usage payable by meter reading at the end of your stay. Heating is by air source heat pump (INCLUDED) and wood-burning stove (starter pack INCLUDED). WiFi is INCLUDED. A maximum of 2 dogs are welcome at an additional charge (1 large, 2 medium or 2 small). If you wish to bring any other pets please contact us and we will see what we can do. No smoking.
Please note: Access to The Barley House is via a half-mile track, which is not suitable for low-clearance vehicles.
Weekly Prices
The weekly guide prices for this property are shown below. Use the availability & book sidebar on the right to select your holiday or calculate short break rates (where available).
From 20/02/2026 to 23/02/2026
From 13/02/2026 to 16/02/2026
From 10/10/2025 to 13/10/2025
From 17/10/2025 to 20/10/2025
From 25/07/2025 to 28/07/2025
From 04/07/2025 to 07/07/2025
From 03/04/2026 to 06/04/2026
From 03/10/2025 to 06/10/2025
From 24/10/2025 to 27/10/2025
From 17/10/2025 to 20/10/2025
From 10/10/2025 to 13/10/2025
From 20/12/2025 to 23/12/2025
From 27/12/0001 to 30/12/9999
From 18/07/2025 to 21/07/2025
From 11/07/2025 to 14/07/2025
Changeover Day: Sat
| Rental - Date Range | Sleeps 4 | Sleeps 7 |
| 28 Jun 2025 - 18 Jul 2025 | £995.00 | £995.00 |
| 19 Jul 2025 - 29 Aug 2025 | £1,095.00 | £1,095.00 |
| 30 Aug 2025 - 12 Sep 2025 | £795.00 | £895.00 |
| 13 Sep 2025 - 03 Oct 2025 | £695.00 | £795.00 |
| 04 Oct 2025 - 24 Oct 2025 | £795.00 | £895.00 |
| 25 Oct 2025 - 19 Dec 2025 | £595.00 | £695.00 |
| 20 Dec 2025 - 27 Dec 2025 | £1,095.00 | £1,095.00 |
| 28 Dec 2025 - 05 Jan 2026 | £1,095.00 | £1,095.00 |
| 06 Jan 2026 - 30 Jan 2026 | £595.00 | £695.00 |
| 31 Jan 2026 - 03 Apr 2026 | £695.00 | £795.00 |
| 04 Apr 2026 - 24 Apr 2026 | £795.00 | £895.00 |
| 25 Apr 2026 - 01 May 2026 | £695.00 | £795.00 |
| 02 May 2026 - 22 May 2026 | £795.00 | £895.00 |
| 23 May 2026 - 29 May 2026 | £995.00 | £995.00 |
| 30 May 2026 - 26 Jun 2026 | £795.00 | £895.00 |
| 27 Jun 2026 - 17 Jul 2026 | £995.00 | £995.00 |
| 18 Jul 2026 - 28 Aug 2026 | £1,095.00 | £1,095.00 |
| 29 Aug 2026 - 11 Sep 2026 | £795.00 | £895.00 |
| 12 Sep 2026 - 02 Oct 2026 | £695.00 | £795.00 |
| 03 Oct 2026 - 23 Oct 2026 | £795.00 | £895.00 |
| 24 Oct 2026 - 19 Dec 2026 | £595.00 | £695.00 |
| 20 Dec 2026 - 27 Dec 2026 | £1,095.00 | £1,095.00 |
| 28 Dec 2026 - 05 Jan 2027 | £1,095.00 | £1,095.00 |
| 06 Jan 2027 - 05 Jan 2028 | POA | POA |
| 06 Jan 2028 - 05 Jan 2029 | POA | POA |
Please note: Prices are calculated based on your party size at the time of booking. If your party size changes for any reason after booking, please let us know so we can ensure the accommodation provided meets your exact requirements.
Reviews
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The Barleyhouse is peaceful, comfortable, well equipped and spacious with great views.
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Thank you very much for your kind feedback. We hope to welcome you back for another stay in the future.
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