Find self catering and cottages with an open fire or a wood burner in Borders Scotland

Ocean View, Greystonelees, Berwickshire, Borders Scotland

Sleeps 6
Weekly prices from: £397 to £921

Self catering accommodation in Greystonelees sleeps 6.

Features include: Short Breaks • Multi bathrooms • Non smoking Near the Beach • Close to the Sea Open Fire or Wood Burner Stove Pub near by • Pets allowed sleeps 6

Accommodation overview: On the dramatic Berwickshire coast (a divers paradise) these two attractive steading conversions are conveniently set just off the main coastal road and one mile from the fishing village of Burnmouth. With most bedrooms boasting uninterrupted sea views they sit 3½ miles from Eyemouth where visitors can feed wild seals and 7 miles from St Abb's Head nature reserve's spectacular cliff top walks. Historic Berwick-upon-Tweed (6 miles) offers good shops and restaurants as well as a 45 minute train journey to Edinburgh. Bamburgh Holy Island and Alnwick are all easily accessible. Pub serving food ¼ mile shop 3½ miles.

Entrance hall. Large well equipped kitchen with dining area. Sitting room with log burning stove. Cloakroom/W.C. First floor: Double bedroom with ensuite shower room/W.C. Two twin bedded rooms. Bathroom/W.C. (shower over bath).

Phone enquiries: 0844 847 1143

Sea Breeze, Greystonelees, Berwickshire, Borders Scotland

Sleeps 6
Weekly prices from: £397 to £921

Self catering accommodation in Greystonelees sleeps 6.

Features include: Short Breaks • Multi bathrooms • Non smoking Near the Beach • Close to the Sea Open Fire or Wood Burner Stove Pub near by • Pets allowed sleeps 6

Accommodation overview: On the dramatic Berwickshire coast (a divers paradise) these two attractive steading conversions are conveniently set just off the main coastal road and one mile from the fishing village of Burnmouth. With most bedrooms boasting uninterrupted sea views they sit 3½ miles from Eyemouth where visitors can feed wild seals and 7 miles from St Abb's Head nature reserve's spectacular cliff top walks. Historic Berwick-upon-Tweed (6 miles) offers good shops and restaurants as well as a 45 minute train journey to Edinburgh. Bamburgh Holy Island and Alnwick are all easily accessible. Pub serving food ¼ mile shop 3½ miles.

Entrance hall. Large well equipped kitchen with dining area. Sitting room with log burning stove. Cloakroom/W.C. First floor: Double bedroom with ensuite shower room/W.C. Two twin bedded rooms. Bathroom/W.C. (shower over bath).

Phone enquiries: 0844 847 1143

West Lodge, Kelso, Berwickshire, Borders Scotland

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from: £262 to £692

Self catering accommodation in Kelso sleeps 4.

Features include: Short Breaks Detached • Open Fire or Wood Burner Stove • Easy Walk access Pets allowed sleeps 4

Accommodation overview: The 200 acres of glorious parkland surrounding Mellerstain House one of Scotland's grandest stately homes designed and built by William and Robert Adams 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 magnificent castle museums galleries and excellent shopping is only a 35 mile drive. Fly fishing can be arranged locally and several golf course are found nearby. 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 – special occasions large and small can be catered for by arrangement in the state rooms of Mellerstain House.

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/W.C.

Phone enquiries: 0844 847 1143

Stonebank House, Lamberton, Berwickshire, Borders Scotland

Sleeps 10
Weekly prices from: £527 to £1023

Self catering accommodation in Lamberton sleeps 10.

Features include: Short Breaks • Multi bathrooms • Non smoking • Detached Near the Beach • Close to the Sea Open Fire or Wood Burner Stove Pets allowed sleeps 10

Accommodation overview: Enjoying wonderful sea views and a superb location for exploring the Scottish Borders and beautiful Northumberland coast this spacious and well appointed property is ideal for family gatherings. The picturesque villages of St Abbs and Eyemouth where visitors can arrange boat trips or feed the wild grey seals living in the harbour are both close by. Spectacular sandy beaches are just 4 miles away as is the historic town of Berwick with its faithfully preserved Elizabethan walls and barracks fine choice of shops and restaurants and railway station for excursions to the city of Edinburgh just a 45 minute train journey away. Holy Island (N.T.) is also easily accessible. Pub serving food 2 miles shops 4 miles.

Sitting room with wood burner. Dining room with sofa bed (for + 2). Well equipped kitchen with breakfast area. Utility room. Cloakroom/WC. First floor: Master bedroom with sitting area and ensuite shower room/WC. Double bedroom. Two twin bedded rooms. Bathroom/WC with separate shower cubicle.

Phone enquiries: 0844 847 1143

Bridge House, Dunbar, Edinburgh, Borders Scotland

Sleeps 10
Weekly prices from: £736 to £1778

Self catering accommodation in Dunbar sleeps 10.

Features include: Detached • Non Smoking • Four Poster • Private Hot Tub • Multi Bath Shower • Fishing On Site • Sandy Beach 5 Miles • Sea 5 Miles • Open Fire • Short Break

Accommodation overview: Perfect for a relaxing break offering country living at its best just a 10 minute stroll from the beach and within easy reach of Edinburgh's city pleasures these two stylish and delightful properties sit near a picturesque lake within 150 acres of stunning parkland and woodlands surrounding the elegant Georgian mansion of Broxmouth. Visitors are welcome to roam the park spotting roe deer among the trees and enjoying trout fishing on the lake and stream or simply relaxing at the water's edge watching out for the local heron swooping in to pinch the fish. The main house sits close to the site of the Battle of Dunbar and the grounds themselves are steeped in history – the mount from where Cromwell commanded the battle is located in the garden and a beautiful cedar tree in the park was planted in 1878 by Queen Victoria in memory of her beloved Albert.

Set beside Dunbar Golf Links – with its wonderful views over the Firth of Forth and out to Bass Rock – and within a short drive of many other courses Broxmouth Park is also a golfers' haven whilst its location at the foot of the Lammermuir Hills affords numerous opportunities for keen walkers. The John Muir Way links this area to both Edinburgh and the Borders with magnificent walking on marked coastal pathways. The coastline abounds with glorious unspoilt beaches and both sea fishing and seal spotting boat trips depart from the harbour at Dunbar. Home to Concorde and many other aircraft the Museum of Flight (9 miles) is well worth exploring and at the Seabird Centre at North Berwick visitors can watch the puffins nesting on Bass Rock or gannets diving into the sea. Musselburgh Racecourse (24 miles) offers a great day out and horse riding tennis cycle hire and an indoor swimming pool are all found in and around Dunbar (1 mile) which also offers a selection of shops pubs and restaurants as well as a station for the 20 minute train journey to the centre of beautiful Edinburgh city.

Hall. Sitting room with open fire and French doors to patio and garden. Dining room. Well equipped kitchen. Utility room. Double bedroom. Cloakroom/WC. First floor: Master bedroom with four poster bed and ensuite shower room/WC. Twin bedded room. Two double bedrooms. Bathroom/WC with separate shower cubicle. Cloakroom/WC.

Phone enquiries: 0844 847 1143

Luckenburn, Upper Hindhope, Jedburgh, Roxburghshire, Borders Scotland

Sleeps 6
Weekly prices from: £250

Self catering accommodation in Jedburgh sleeps 6.

Features include: • Open Fire or Woodburner Stove • Short Breaks • Detached • Sleeps 6

Accommodation overview: Nestled in its very own valley deep within the Cheviot Hills in the Scottish Borders, Luckenburn is a former foresters cottage in a truly wild and unspoilt setting.  This remote location is simply breathtaking!  Surrounded by mile after mile of beautiful rural vistas where the sight and sound of a car is a rarity, Luckenburn will most certainly appeal to those yearning to escape from it all.  With no TV reception available, the peace and tranquillity is a haven in which to unwind and refresh; grazing sheep an abundance of wild-life, including deer, badgers and birds of prey providing their own form of magical entertainment.  Yet Luckenburn snuggles in a unique location easily accessible at only 10 miles east of the A68, just over the border into Scotland.  Access to it is on a good single track road with the final approach being via a half mile farm track so waterproof footwear in wet weather is recommended for gate-opening moments.  This traditional detached cottage has recently undergone a total makeover and now oozes style with much thought, care and attention to the finer details.  The accommodation offers a lovely blend of traditional character with a contemporary twist to provide a modern but homely feel throughout. The careful restoration has ensured many original features have been thoughtfully retained.  These include a superb feature range with open fire, the focal point in the lounge area idyllic to gaze into watching flames dance after a day exploring the hills.  French doors from every room enhance its bright and airy ambience and lead to a raised decked area which stretches the full length of the cottage at the rear providing the perfect relaxing spot to dine alfresco and watch the sun go down over Leithope forest.

Hedgerow Cottage, Paxton, Berwickshire, Borders Scotland

Sleeps 3
Weekly prices from: £253 to £481

Self catering accommodation in Paxton sleeps 3.

Features include: Short Breaks Non smoking Open Fire or Wood Burner Stove • Easy Walk access • Pub near by • Pets allowed sleeps 3

Accommodation overview: Commanding lovely views across open countryside this cosy and comfortable mid row cottage (shown left) lies on the edge of Paxton and enjoys an ideal location for exploring the glorious Borders scenery and the dramatic Northumbrian Heritage coast. Beautiful beaches numerous castles (magnificent Bamburgh Castle 28 miles) Holy Island St Abb's Head nature reserve – all are an easy drive on country roads. Edinburgh's attractions are well worth a trip. Pub serving meals ½ mile shops and good amenities in Berwick (5 miles).

Shared entrance to hall. Private entrance to sitting/dining room with open fire. Single bedroom. Small modern kitchen. Bathroom/W.C. Double bedroom with views to open countryside.

Phone enquiries: 0844 847 1143

Gypsy Palace, Kirk Yetholm, Roxburghshire, Borders Scotland

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from: £285 to £631

Self catering accommodation in Kirk Yetholm sleeps 4.

Features include: Short Breaks Non smoking • Detached • Open Fire or Wood Burner Stove Pub near by • Pets allowed sleeps 4

Accommodation overview: Set in the tranquil foothills of the Cheviots and renowned as the home of the Gypsy Kings and Queens the 'smallest Palace in the world' is a delightful holiday cottage with a fascinating history. Full of character and charm it boasts stained glass windows arched windows a summer house magnificent views (pictured) and an ideal location in this conservation village. Great walking on the Pennine Way starts at the door and Borders' castles gardens and beaches are in easy reach. Edinburgh is an hour's drive. Pub 100 yards shops ¼ mile.

Sitting room with wood burning stove. Dining room. Well equipped kitchen. Utility room. Bathroom/W.C. (shower over bath). First floor: Double bedroom with access to single bedroom with pull out bed (for + 1).

Phone enquiries: 0844 847 1143