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Selkirkshire
A county of green-topped hills and quiet valleys, Selkirkshire forms a most peaceful base for a relaxing holiday. St Mary’s Loch, lonely among the hills, is a favourite beauty spot and popular for picnics and sailing. The Duke of Buccleuch’s home of Bowhill, just outside Selkirk itself, is another favourite attraction.
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Lots of History to Explore
The county town of Selkirk is a historic one, annually hosting one of the original Border Festivals. This centres around the defeat at Flodden, when from the 65 men of the town who set forth to fight the English, only one, Fletcher, returned. He was too overwhelmed by what he had experienced to do more than cast his flag in silence in the marketplace.
Here, too, Sir Walter Scott was for many years the 'shirra' or local magistrate. His home at Abbotsford is just 4 miles away on the banks of the Tweed.
Around the Selkirk Area
Follow the B7009 west out of the town up the Ettrick Valley. The 16th century Aikwood Tower has an exhibition of the life of James Hogg, the Ettrick Shepherd. Further on, you reach the tiny village of Ettrickbridge from where you can take a variety of walks followed by lunch or evening meal at the fascinating old pub (Cross Keys Hotel).
If you take the A708 west of Selkirk (parallel to the B7009) through the Yarrow valley you reach Bowhill House, the home of the Duke of Buccleuch, which has a fine collection of art and antique furniture. There is a small theatre in the courtyard and extensive grounds including an adventure playground, cycle trails (can be hired) and pleasant walks.
Continue along the A708 towards the youth hostel near Yarrowford from where you can walk up the 464 metre high Three Brethern which commands magnificent views of the Borders. The A708 leads eventually leads you to St Mary's Loch where you can swim, sail and have a snack at the caf' or a bar meal at the Tibbie Shiels Inn before attempting the steep climb on the narrow path beside the 200 foot Grey Mare's Tail (a waterfall), about 6 miles south, or joining the Southern Upland Way.
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26-Jul-2024 | Redgorton Cottage GH1 (overall) |
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Fantastic cottage, extremely clean and well equipped. A beautiful and peaceful setting, located in a position that allows you to travel to west and east coasts as well as north and south - also useful for dodging any forecast rain! The cottage and gardens were very much enjoyed by both humans and canines. Highly recommended and would return in a heartbeat. | |
26-Jul-2024 | Whitmuir Steading Cottage CE6 (overall) |
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I would recommend Unique Cottages as they are very helpful | |
26-Jul-2024 | Ghillie's Bothy EH2 (overall) |
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Quality throughout the cottage , both in fixtures and fittings. Also had the extras ( milk , tea etc) to make it a great place .Facilities for the dogs are excellent. | |
26-Jul-2024 | Herdsman's Cottage BJ5 (overall) |
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Very good service | |
26-Jul-2024 | Highland Belfry DA9 (overall) |
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Excellent communication | |
26-Jul-2024 | Coachmaker's Cottage EE7 (overall) |
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Provided timely, helpful and clear information. | |
26-Jul-2024 | Kates Cottage BJ2 (overall) |
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Have booked with Unique Cottages before and would definitely use them again. | |
26-Jul-2024 | The Retreat, Abbey St Bathans Estate DH9 (overall) |
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Efficient with a range of interesting-looking accommodation | |
26-Jul-2024 | Park House HB8 (overall) |
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This was the first time we had used unique cottages, and we were very happy with the communication we received and the details regarding the property we stayed at. The property itself was superb, we had a wonderful time and the owners of the house happened to be staying next door when we were there, and they were so kind and helpful. | |
26-Jul-2024 | Appletree Cottage ES2 (overall) |
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Outstanding customer service from start to finish. Very professionally handled with my booking and so helpful. Highly recommended. Nothing was too much trouble and you can book with Unique Cottages with confidence. |