Orchard Cottage Melrose
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About the home
This immaculate, detached 2 / 3 bedroom cottage has a feeling of real luxury about it. The open living area with vaulted ceiling looks out through wooden plantation shutters to the Eildon hills and beyond. The mood lighting throughout the house gives a contemporary feel. The sun room doubles as a third bedroom.
Orchard cottage will give anyone a warm welcome back after a days walking,salmon or trout fishing, biking, golfing, sight seeing or just plain old working! Situated in tranquil Fishers lane, wonderful walks along the Tweed river and surrounding hills are but minutes away. You might rather just have that coffee on the patio, before a stroll into town for lunch and watch a game of rugby at the famous Greenyards. A real home from home in Scotlands number one short break destination! Why not holiday during the London 2012 Olympics?
4 mountain bikes, 4 sets of golf clubs, 4 sledges, 3 baggie minnow nets & 3 trout fishing rods, are on site and available to use. Free Wi- fi
| Size: | Sleeps up to 6, 3 bedrooms |
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| Nearest beach: | 45 miles |
| Will consider: | Corporate lets House swaps Long lets Short breaks |
| Access: | Car advised Nearest amenities: 1km |
| Family friendly? | Suitable for over 5s only Suitable for people with restricted mobility |
| Notes: | No pets allowed No smoking at this property Self-catering |
Facilities
| Luxuries: | Log fire, Internet access, DVD player |
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| General: | Central heating, TV, CD player, Wi-fi available |
| Standard: | Kettle, Toaster, Iron, Hair dryer |
| Utilities: | Clothes dryer, Dishwasher, Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Washing machine |
| Rooms: | 3 Bedrooms, 2 bathrooms of which 2 shower rooms |
| Furniture: | Single beds (4), Double beds (1), Dining seating for 8, Lounge seating for 7 |
| Other: | Linen and towels provided |
| Outdoors: | Balcony / Terrace, Private garden, BBQ, Bicycles available |
| Access: | Parking space |
Further details indoors:
Both bedrooms(upstairs and dowstairs) have dressing tables with mirrors, hairdryers, fitted wardrobesand chests of drawers. They have twin beds which can be made in to doubles. The sun room which doubles as the third bedroom,closes off with plantation shutters for complete privacy and has a very comfortable double sofa bed.
The upstairs master bedroom has a walk in wardrobe and the shower room is the adjoining room on the same level.
There is a fully fitted utility room with tumble dryer and washing machine. Outdoor clothing can be hung in the generously fitted cloakroom in the hall. Modern showers rooms house glass enclosed Deluge showers and have stainless steel wall hung towel radiators.
The open plan modern kitchen is spacious and fully kitted out.
Wall hung digital flat screen TVs are in both bedrooms and main living area. There is also a DVD,CD and IPod player in the lounge,with a large selection of films and music to choose from .A digital radio in the kitchen and of course free BT home hub wireless internet .There are plenty of indoor board games to choose from and a good selection of books.
Lots of local and Edinburgh information/ maps /walks and tourist attractions are available along with contact telephone numbers for all local restaurants, theatre, services and amenities.Horseriding, golf ,fishing and clay pigeon shooting can all be arranged. Bus stop 80yds away.
Further details outdoors:
The cottage sits in its own grounds with private off street car park. Steps lead down to the patio area at the front of the cottage which is a real sun trap in the late afternoon / evening. There is a raised decking area with patio set for taking in the morning /afternoon sun, and a wonderfully busy bird table for the ornithologists . View the moon over the Eildons & count the stars at night .
Next to the cottage is a beautifully designed village nature garden with stone seating. Over the opposite wall is the famous Darnick Peel Tower the oldest inhabited Peel tower in Scotland. A book on all the local battles and history is available to read in the cottage. Mary Queen of Scots slept close by!
Further details
No dogs
Smokers outside only.
Changeover day by arrangement usualy a Saturday vacate by 10am arrive from 4pm onwards.
Short breaks by arrangement.
High season £650pwk .Low season from £385 pwk
3 nights high season short break £400. Christmas or New year £750 pwk. Melrose 7s 3 night weekend £500
Property not suitable for children under 5.
Conditions
20% paid deposit secures booking. Written /email confirmation by return.
Full balance to be paid 6 weeks prior to arrival.
Payment by cheque, or bank transfer.
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The Scottish Borders region
SCOTLANDS BEST SHORT BREAK DESTINATION
Melrose Abbey was built by David the 1st and a casket recently uncovered is thought to contain the heart of Robert the Bruce. The preserved ruins of the famous 12th century Abbey is the starting place of St.Cuthberts way - a 62 mile cross border walk to the Holy isle. The Abbey is also one of four 12th century abbeys on the 4 Abbeys Cycle Route - a 55 mile circular tour to Kelso , Dryburgh) and Jedburgh Abbeys) or why not walk the Border Abbeys ways ?
The largest inhabited castle in Scotland is at Kelso only ten miles away. Floors castle is home to the Duke of Roxburgh. Nearby Springwood Park, plays host to the Border Union Agricultural two day show in July and a host of other events throughout the year. www.discovertheborders.co.uk
Glentress and Innerleithens famous 7stanes downhill mountain bike track is only 20 minutes away by car. www.7stanes.gov.uk/forestry/achs-5rnfvj
Abbotsford
The family home built by Sir Walter Scott (author of Ivanhoe, Rob Roy, The Lady of the Lake etc..) is just 2 miles away.
Visit the museum of flight near Drem ,only 45mins away.Its a great day out, with Concorde one of the main attractions
Edinburgh our capital ( Auld Reekie) and the coast are only 50 minutes away by car.
The new Scottish natural history museum in Edinburgh is a must visit , now a top ranking attraction .Listed below are a few of the many other events and places of interest
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Come and see our Scottish GIANT Panda Bears at Edinburgh Zoo!
Edinburgh castle. Edinburgh bus tours. The Falkirk wheel
Scottish national art gallery The Glasgow science centre Edinburgh dungeons & tours.
Edinburgh Sealife centre. The Edinburgh festival The Royal Yacht Britannia.
Edinburgh zoo . The Bass Rock boat trip. Butterfly and insect world.
Holyroodhouse Palace . The Scottish Parliament . Farne Island boat trip.
Trips to Loch Ness. Da Vinci/code Rosslyn Chapel . Fossil hunt at Cocklawburn beach.
The Melrose / Darnick area
Melrose ,"Gem o' Scotland", is a place of beauty & and an ideal short break destination. The town is situated at the foot of the famous Eildon hills which dominate the horizon. The north Eildon has the rampart remains of one of the largest iron age forts in Scotland. To the east lies Trimontium, one of the greatest discovered Roman forts, still echoing its past in the local museum.
The famous Melrose Abbey plays host to the crowning of the Melrose festival queen in June every year. This is a week of pomp and tradition. Festival week remembers various aspects of the towns history, with events such as - a ride out to check the boundaries of the town, a cycle ride, fancy dress, tour of ceremonies, crowning of the queen (dux) and festival ball. Most of the other Border towns have similar events during the summer months.
Also in June is the Melrose Book Festival. The event is expanding every year, coaxing writers & celebrities such as Michael Palin , Ian Rankin & Michael Parkinson to attend and delight the audiences with their life and work experiences.
Melrose Sevens, in April, is second to none in the rugby calendar. Teams from all over the world compete for a place in history, to be crowned winners at the birthplace of the shortened game. It is a must for the rugby enthusiast.
The skirl of the bagpipes is to be heard en masse in August as the International Pipe Band Championship takes place in Melrose.
The Scottish Borders walking festival is held annualy first week in September.
Braveheart enthusiasts will appreciate the first ever statue of William Wallace - 31 feet high, built in 1814. Visit him after stopping to admire the countryside panorama at Scotts view.
This is horse country so why not get booked on a trek through the Border countryside. Thirlestane Castle Horse Trials take place in August. A wonderful setting and an entertaining day out.
Fishing and golf courses are in abundance here in the Borders. Local lochs and rivers cater for the trout fishers, while the river Tweed can offer some of the best salmon fishing at certain times of the year. . Why not simply go and see them jump the salmon ladders as they migrate upstream. www.tweedguide.com
The golfer can purchase a Freedom of the Fairways ticket , entitling you to a golfing passport second to none. A host of clubs and course beckon through out the Borders but be warned remember the Scottish hills - no links courses here!
There are ten circular walks of historical and natural interest around Melrose, with cosy tea rooms or local hostelries to have something stronger after each one !
Hogmany is celebrated in the town market square. Tickets can be bought for a ceilidh in the town hall but you do not need tickets to come to the square for the bells. Friends and strangers are treated as one as everyone watches the fabulous firework display and waits for a new year to begin.
Melrose enjoys the quality of boutique shops, pubs and dining usually reserved for the city, it even has its own theatre! www.thewyndmelrose.com .Six fabulous top notch restaurants (all within 10 - 15mins walking distance of the cottage), serve up local produce and fine fare, not to mention quality wines.
How to get there
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| Nearest Travel Links | |
| Airport: | 45 miles |
| Railway: | 38 miles |
| Ferry: | 45 miles |
Fly to Edinburgh with Easyjet Ryanair BA or Air France.
Drive South by car on the A7or A68, Melrose is 50 minutes away.
Hire car or taxis collections can be arranged.
Rail links at Edinburgh or Berwick upon Tweed.
Ferrys dock at Rosyth or Newcastle approx 82 km.
Activities near Melrose
Tennis in town
Horse Riding
Golf within 30 mins drive
Fishing
Walking holidays
Rural / countryside retreats
Good nightlife
Cycling holidays
Reviews
 27 Oct 2011 |
Had a wonderful stay! Everything was perfect. The house well designed, clean, everything you could possibly need to make your stay warm and inviting. As a bonus their were bikes, fishing rods, games , DVD's and CD's to enjoy. Nothing like ending the evening off with a glass of wine beside the fireplace after a days hiking in the hills. So much to see in the vicinity. Melrose town center is beautiful with some lovely little independent stores and restaurants. Would highly recommend this accommodation. |
01 Sep 2011 |
A well presented ,comfortable, well equipped and tasefully decorated and furnished property with everything for a short or long break no matter the season. A lovely location for touring the area, we visited various National Trust and Historic Scotland properties and came back and relaxed on our decking and even sunshine was provided. The owners introduced themselves and were very friendly and approachable. Would recommend Orchard Cottage to everyone. |
01 Sep 2011 |
A fantastic holiday property. Spacious, clean, extremely well equipped and in beautiful location. Very good welcome pack. Bikes, golf clubs, fishing nets etc all available to make the holiday very easy. |
Guestbook for Orchard Cottage Melrose
Nicholas & Tracy. April2011.The cottage is beautifully appointed-stylishly furnished with the latest appliances, Great location,absolutely perfect a * * * * * experience!
The Keatings July 2011. Lovely cottage with everything we needed. It was a very relaxing stay in a wonderful location.Thankyou for this lovely stay in this beautiful cottage
.Esther Alonso July 2011. Maravillosa casa ,con todos los detalles posibles, Mike: Gracias por el vino el-y todo lo demas. Nos encantais quedar-nos!! gracias
Jacky, Paul ,David, Mark &,James. August 2011. A lovely cottage, the best self catering accommodation we have ever stayed in- everything you need including the great welcome pack. We had a great time, exploring the countryside,and the weather was good !
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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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| January | 2 Jan 12 | 28 Jan 12 | £ 400 | - | - | 3 Nights |
| February | 28 Jan 12 | 26 Feb 12 | £ 385 | - | - | 3 Nights |
| March | 26 Feb 12 | 31 Mar 12 | £ 450 | - | - | 3 Nights |
| April | 31 Mar 12 | 29 Apr 12 | £ 550 | - | - | 3 Nights |
| Main season | 29 Apr 12 | 28 Oct 12 | £ 650 | - | - | 3 Nights |
| November | 28 Oct 12 | 1 Dec 12 | £ 500 | - | - | 3 Nights |
| December | 1 Dec 12 | 5 Jan 13 | £ 495 | - | - | 3 Nights |
NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.
Free use of mountain bikes, golf clubs & sledges.Short breaks by arrangement min 3 nights.
Changeover day by arrangement .Vacate by 10am arrive from 4pm onwards.Welcome pack included.
No pets, stags or hens at this property!
Smokers outside only.Prices subject to change at owners discretion
High season £650pwk discount for 12 days or more. Lowest price out of season from £385 pwk.
High season short breaks 3 nights £400.Feb mid term break £500 pwk.
Christmas / New year £750 pwk. Melrose 7s 3 night weekend £500
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