The Old Smithy, Kelso, Scottis
About the home
This is a stone built old blacksmiths shop that has recently been fully converted and restored to a high standard to provide self catering accommodation. It has a brand new fully fitted kitchen with dual fuel range cooker, plenty of workspace, microwave, washer, tumble dryer and ironing facilaties. Recliner leather suite. Top quality memory foam beds. Two bathrooms, (one en-suite). The cottage has river frontage and trout fishing is available for guests. This has an open plan garden and children should be supervised at all times due to the location of the river.
| Size: | Sleeps up to 6, 3 bedrooms |
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| Nearest beach: | Berwick on Tweed |
| Will consider: | Corporate lets Long lets Short breaks |
| Access: | Car advised |
| Family friendly? | Suitable for children of all ages Suitable for people with restricted mobility |
| Notes: | No pets allowed No smoking at this property |
Facilities
| Luxuries: | DVD player |
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| General: | Central heating, TV |
| Standard: | Kettle, Toaster, Iron |
| Utilities: | Clothes dryer, Dishwasher, Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Washing machine |
| Rooms: | 3 Bedrooms, 2 bathrooms of which 1 family bathroom and 1 en suite |
| Furniture: | Single beds (2), Double beds (2), Dining seating for 6, Lounge seating for 6 |
| Other: | Linen and towels provided |
| Outdoors: | Shared garden, Private fishing lake / river |
| Access: | Parking space |
Further details indoors:
This main bedroom of this property has an en-suite wc, shower and wash hand basin, along with a king size memory foam bed. The second bedroom has a small double bed. And the third bedroom has two single memory foam beds. The property also has a family bathroom with good quality shower over. The property has all new furnishings, new carpets, curtains, recliner leather suite, and all electrical appliances including an american fridge freezer, with ice and chilled water. There are also brand new, top quality beds. The property also has gas central heating. Private trout fishing is available for guests.
Further details outdoors:
The Cottage is situated only 2 miles from Kelso, in small village, with countryside views towards the Cheviots. In the Scottish Border Town of Kelso, there are many shops and interesting places to visit. Outside the cottage there is off the road parking withing the grounds of the cottage, it also has a large open plan garden which runs up to the river, children should be supervised at all times. There is a second detatched cottage under the same ownership that is in the same piece of land that is also available to let. The cottage is spacious and can either be let on its own or in conjunction with the other cottage, this would be ideal for two groups of people up to 12 persons, that wish to go on holiday together but with their own self catering accommodation. Floors Castle 2 miles away, Golf courses nearby, Kelso Racecourse and the Borders Union Showground nearby.
The property is on the main bus route.
Web site.www.kelso-cottages.co.uk
Edinburgh Approx 45 minutes away by car
Berwick on tweed approx 30 minutes away by car
Newcastle approx 1 hour away by car
Further details
Please note: THIS IS A NON SMOKING PROPERTY AND NO PETS ARE ALLOWED.
Suitable for children under supervision, due to the location of the river.
Prices include bed linen, towels, and utilities.
25% Deposit payable at the time of your booking, plus a £100 damage deposit, the damage deposit is refunded approx 10 days after the cottage is vacated if left in a good condition.
The balance of the accommodation is payable 8 weeks prior to your stay.
Payments can be made by cheque or bank transfer.
The booking form can be sent to you by email or post, visit our web site.www.kelso-cottages.co.uk
Conditions
Deposit required on booking plus damage deposit
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Enquire nowThe Scottish Borders region
Renowned for rolling hills, wild moorlands and superb Heritage coastline, the Scottish Borders region boasts vast areas of unspoilt countryside perfect for a self catering holiday in Scotland. Home to the salmon-rich River Tweed, the Borders is known for excellent fishing, while other country pursuits such as shooting and stalking are equally well catered for.
The Kelso area
There are picturesque golf courses for all abilities, and adrenaline junkies can try numerous watersports, such as surfing and sailing, at Coldingham. Charming Melrose or Peebles, or Berwick upon Tweed or Kelso, for the ideal base for exploring the region’s many castles and abbeys, glorious sandy beaches, and miles of hiking routes.
How to get there
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| Nearest Travel Links | |
| Airport: | Edinburgh |
| Railway: | Berwick on Tweed |
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Activities near Kelso
Horse Riding
Golf within 30 mins drive
Fishing
Walking holidays
Rural / countryside retreats
Reviews
![]() 05 Jan 2013 |
We spent a comfortable Christmas in this well appointed converted Smithy. There was plenty of space for 6 adults and 2 children. A particular highlight was the superbly appointed kitchen with... more Response: Thank you for taking the time to review our property, we are very pleased that you enjoyed the cottages comforts and that you found it well equipped for your needs, its great to hear you had a... more |
![]() 25 Oct 2012 |
We stayed for the weekend and it was home away from home. Well equipped and furnished. It was perfect for what we needed which was a base to attend a nearby family wedding. Response: Thank you for your kind remarks, yes the cottages are idealy siuated for Kelso, Melrose and surrounding areas. Hope to see you again sometime. |
![]() 29 Aug 2012 |
This lovely cottage is very spacious and has all mod cons that are needed, it was lovely and clean and well furnished. Lovely en-suite and all newly fitted out. Its in a good situation and has private parking, its in a nice quiet village it has great views. Great location for the Racecourse and golf courses and fishing. The eden water meanders through the garden. Ideal place to relax or use for a base to tour The Scottish Borders. Response: Thank you for your nice review of our cottage, we hope you will come back again soon. |
Rental prices
| Rental prices originally quoted in: British £ | Convert to: |
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| Period | From![]() | To![]() | Weekly![]() | Nightly rate | Minimum stay | |
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| 29 Dec 12 | 5 Jan 13 | £ 900 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 5 Jan 13 | 12 Jan 13 | £ 500 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 12 Jan 13 | 19 Jan 13 | £ 500 | - | - | 1 Week | |
The property's weekend rates apply to: Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights
NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.
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Availability notes:
We are flexible on change over days and the minimum stay is preferably 3 nights.
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* Required fields Please check the following errors: | 1 year listed You are contacting Susan Soar
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