Cathy's Say

These comfortable Borders holiday cottages are close to the picturesque country town of Kelso, at the junction of the Rivers Tweed and Teviot. The town, one of the most visited in the Scottish Borders, is full of architectural and historical interest that can be explored by following the town trail. Kelso Abbey was once the grandest of the Border Abbeys. However after its repeated destruction by the English only fragments remain, although these ruins are still an impressive structure. The spacious Kelso Square claims to be the largest in Scotland. At its centre is still the Bull Ring, a reminder of past market days. The square is now host to many specialist shops. Many of the streets in the town give reference to the activities once carried out there including Coalmarket, Distillery Lane, Oven Wynd, Peat Wynd and Mill Wynd. The graceful five-arched bridge over the Tweed, built by John Rennie in 1803, was the model for London's Waterloo Bridge. In parkland just upstream overlooking the Tweed stands Floors Castle, Scotland's largest inhabited house, with outstanding collections of paintings, furniture, porcelain and tapestry.

Property Description

The 200 acres of glorious parkland surrounding Mellerstain House, one of Scotland's grandest stately homes, designed and built by William and Robert Adam, provide a wonderful setting for these three delightful cottages. Visitors are welcome to roam the grounds including the fabulous Italian-style terraced gardens which command panoramic views over the lake to the distant Cheviot Hills. The many scenic and historic attractions of the Border country are all close at hand and the lovely beaches of Berwick and Holy Island are also easily accessible. Kelso (6 miles) offers a good choice of shops, inns and restaurant and is also the home of Floors Castle and the famous Kelso Horse Races, whilst Edinburgh, with its magnifent castle, museums, galleries and excellent shopping, is only a 35 mile drive. Fly fishing can be arranged locally, several golf courses are found nearby and shops and pubs are just 3½ miles away.There are tea rooms in the courtyard and shops and pubs are just 3½ miles away.

Beautifully appointed and very comfortable, these three properties offer a unique holiday opportunity. The courtyard coffee shop serves delicious home cooking on 'house open' days - and special occasions, large and small can be catered for by arrangement in the state rooms of Mellerstain House.

 

Two bedrooms. This charming 18th century stone cottage enjoys its own garden with splendid views towards the Cheviots. Sitting room with open fire. Dining room with countryside views. Kitchen. Double bedroom with lovely views. Twin bedded room. Bathroom/WC.