Tweedswood

From wild walks to woollen mills, from golf courses to gastronomy, there is so much to discover about the beautiful border country of Scotland.

Tweedswood is our first foray over the border from Northumberland and we are delighted to include this taste of Scotland in the collection. Named after its surrounding river and woodland, and the nearby salmon fishing beat, Tweedswood is everything you could imagine of a traditional Borders holiday cottage, and more.

Off the beaten track, in the small tranquil hamlet of Redpath, around four miles from Melrose - famous for its literary festival, you are greeted by the distinctive white painted stone exterior of 200-year-old Tweedswood set against a backdrop of rolling green hills. Semi-detached, but very private, the cottage has a large lawned garden - safe for children but also a delightful haven for adults - with views to the hills beyond.

A wonderful fusion of old and new, its original architectural features have been enhanced by squashy Loaf sofas, White Company linens and a contemporary fireplace with slate hearth. In a nutshell Tweedswood is simply delightful. Cosy yet sophisticated, you can dream away hours in its heavenly surroundings, whether reading a book on the kitchen window seat, watching the clouds roll by in the generous lawned garden or watching the flames flickering in the log burning stove. Edinburgh is only 50 minutes away by car or on the recently reopened Borders railway should you crave a day out in the city.

* Please note, since the filming of this video tour Tweedswood has added an ensuite shower room to the master bedroom, and the climbing frame has been removed from the garden but the swings and fort remain.

• Ideal accommodation for the annual Borders Book Festival, the famous Melrose Sevens Tournaments or for the Common Ridings
• Master bedroom with king size bed and luxurious ensuite shower room with underfloor heating
• High thread count White Company bed linen and rich coloured throws from local mills
• Spacious beamed living room with log burner
• Good sized dining kitchen with sofa, window seat and Nespresso coffee machine
• Large garden with furniture, children's swings and corner play fort
• Excellent quiet village location but easy access to shops and restaurants
• Just 40 minutes' drive from Edinburgh - easy day trip
• Bike storage facilities available on site
• Use of pool and leisure facilities at nearby Dryburgh Abbey Hotel (2 miles away) at a charge of £5 per adult and £2.50 for children - details in the cottage
• Link to a leading fishing guide, Tweed Guide, for a day or half day's fishing instruction on the river nearby - all ages and abilities catered for
• Nespresso coffee machine

Ground Floor

• Kitchen/diner with table to seat up to six/eight guests
• Cosy living room with log burner
• Hallway with utility cupboard with washer/dryer

First Floor

• Master bedroom with king size bed and ensuite shower room with underfloor heating, Fired Earth tiling and LED mood lighting
• Second bedroom with flexible zip and link twin or superking beds (limited headroom when superking due to sloping ceilings). Please request at time of booking otherwise will be 'as found'
• Family bathroom with bath and shower over

Externally

• Large lawned garden with patio terrace, outdoor furniture and swings
• Road parking at the front for one car and private parking for another car on a track to the rear (although please note access is tight)
• Bike store

ALWAYS COMPLIMENTARY

• LPG central heating
• Underfloor heating in kitchen and ensuite
• Electricity
• Log burner with a starter supply of logs
• Bedding and bath towels
• Starter supply of kitchen roll, dishwasher tablets, toilet roll, washing up liquid, salt and pepper
• Sewing kit
• First Aid kit
• Wi-Fi
• Travel cot and high chair

RETREAT AMENITIES

• Cooker and hob
• Microwave
• Fridge/freezer
• Dishwasher
• Kettle
• Toaster
• Kitchen and tableware
• Nespresso coffee machine
• Washer/dryer
• Iron and ironing board
• Vacuum cleaner
• Mop, bucket, dustpan and brush
• Tea towels
• Dish cloths
• Oven gloves
• Hairdryer
• Smart TV
• Books and magazines
• Landline telephone with honesty box
• Toys and games
• Outdoor table and chairs
• Outdoor play equipment
• Bike storage shed
• Key safe for independent arrival
• Book your own salmon fishing

AVAILABLE BY REQUEST

Extra linen and towels (charges apply)

CANDID COMMENTS

The stairs in this old cottage are quirky and a little steep so may be a little tricky for those of limited mobility but fine for everyone else. Upstairs, the ceilings are quite low, particularly if the second bedroom is made up as a superking. The front door parking is in a narrow layby by the house on the road (a small very quiet country lane which is not a through road) and the private parking at the rear is on a stoned track, tight space but feasible - you may prefer this for loading and unloading, especially with little ones. Otherwise, the perfect Scottish Retreat.

TO NOTE

Whilst we take great care to represent our properties and their facilities as accurately as possible, the décor, furnishings and facilities shown in images and video tours may occasionally be subject to minor change.

It is suitable for children of all ages and includes a private garden and outdoor play equipment. There are also many child-friendly activities within driving distance of the cottage.

IN THE PRESS

Featured in Scottish Wedding Directory magazine