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House |6 bedrooms |Sleeps 11

St Boswells in Melrose

£unknown / week

3 nights minimum stay

Changeover flexible

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Key info  Car advised, private garden, pets welcome

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About the home

Two properties together, one is the Victorian Lodge and the other is a delightful Cottage with a total of 6 bedrooms to accommodate 11 people. There is a secluded garden area with outdoor furniture to enjoy the warm light evenings, as well as the facilities to enjoy a log fire from the lounge. It also enjoys a private aspect with views across the paddock to the woodland beyond.

At the entrance of the Lodge there are well kept grounds of Maxton House which enjoys its private garden and playground as well as outdoor catering. The holiday home also has entrance gates which can be secured and allow children to play freely within the grounds.

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The Scottish Borders region

Situated within the beautiful, scenic and picturesque region of the Scottish Borders. Close to all amenities and tourist attractions, including Abbeys, St Cuthbert's Way, local fishing, shooting, cycling and hiking trails. Major cities and beaches are all within short distances.

Melrose is a quaint town, with character and charm. It has numerous choices of places to eat along with a range of individual boutique shops.

Places of Interest:

Melrose Abbey
Dryburgh Abbey
Jedburgh Abbey
Kelso Abbey
Site of Trimontium Roman Camp
Abbotsford – former home of Sir Walter Scott
Statue of William Wallace
Smailholm Tower
Tweed Valley Osprey Centre
Melrose Book Festival – guests have included the likes of Michael Palin, John Simpson & Ian Rankin
Melrose Rugby 7s – teams compete from all over the world
International Pipe Band Championship
Eildon Hills
Borders Walking Festival
Melrose Common Riding
Historic homes including Traquair, Manderston, Bowhill, Queen Mary’s House, Thirlestane Castle, Ayton Castle & Floors Castle
Bamburgh Castle
Alnwick Castle – as featured in Harry Potter films
Cinema – Galashiels
Melrose Wynd Theatre


The major supermarkets of Tescos, Asda, Marks & Spencer are located in Galashiels.

All within 1 hour’s drive

The Farne Islands lie two to three miles off the Northumberland coast midway between the fishing village of Seahouses and the magnificent Castle of Bamburgh. As well as being the most famous Sea Bird Sanctuary in the British Isles they also have a large colony of Atlantic or Grey Seals.

For beach lovers the costal areas include North Berwick, Dunbar, St Abbs, Coldingham and Eyemouth.

Lindisfarne (Holy Island)

Accessible via a three-mile causeway at low tide only, the island.

Stobbo Castle is an ideal location for papering beauty days.

Edinburgh with sights including the famous Castle, Scott Monument, Palace of Holyrood House, Royal Mile, Botanic Garden, Edinburgh Zoo and the Royal Yacht Britannia as well as shopping, arts, dining and theatre.

The Melrose / St Boswells area

St Boswells as a village has an expanding list of amenities to satisfy any needs. These include 2 hairdressers, bookshop and cafe, butcher, Post Office, grocery store, garage, tackle shop, restaurant/bar, fish and chip shop and Chinese takeaway. Melrose is a scenic and stunning town, with local attractions for history lovers, food lovers, families, couples, walkers, cyclists, golfers, fishing enthusiasts and photographers.

Activities

There are a large number of activities and sports all located within the region.

Clay Pigeon shooting

Bird Watching

Tennis Courts

Walking

With over 1500 miles of walking routes, the Borders is the perfect location for keen walkers. Walks include St Cuthbert’s Way, Border Forests Walks, Costal Walk, village walks, Border Abbeys Way crossing all 4 Abbeys in the area.

Cycling

The Scottish Borders is idea for cyclists to cover all abilities, from racing cyclists to mountain bikers.

Fishing

The Borders provides a perfect location for keen anglers. The River Tweed famous for its salmon and trout fishing.

Golf

Some of the most breath taking courses are located in the Borders with over 21 situated with the area. 3 and 5 day passes can be purchased.

Horse Riding

A large number of riding centres and schools cater for everyone of all abilities.

How to get there

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This property is located within 1 hour's drive of Edinburgh, 90 minutes drive of Newcastle upon Tyne and Carlisle. Closest airports are Edinburgh and Newcastle upon Tyne.

Perfectly situated and central to the Scottish Borders. Towns like Melrose, Jedburgh, Kelso, Selkirk, Hawick and Galashiels are near by. It provides easy access to visit the ruined Abbeys, graceful stately houses, stunning gardens and beautiful country landscapes as well as local places of interest.

This property backs on the St Cuthbert’s Way walk and within minutes you can be enjoying views along the River Tweed. Elite Holiday Cottages is an ideal location for those looking for a peaceful and secluded holiday, yet within one mile of local amenities in the village of St Boswells close to Melrose.

St Boswells as a village has an expanding list of amenities to satisfy any needs. These include 2 hairdressers, bookshop and cafe, butcher, Post Office, grocery store, garage, tackle shop, restaurant/bar, fish and chip shop and Chinese takeaway.

Activities near Melrose

Rental prices

Prices for group size 11
Period	From	To	Weekly	Nightly rate		Minimum  stay
				Weekday	Weekend
	14 Feb 12	24 Mar 12	800£ 800	-	-	3 Nights
	24 Mar 12	14 Apr 12	980£ 980	-	-	3 Nights
	14 Apr 12	26 May 12	800£ 800	-	-	3 Nights
	26 May 12	2 Jun 12	980£ 980	-	-	3 Nights
	2 Jun 12	9 Jun 12	1160£ 1160	-	-	1 Week
	9 Jun 12	21 Jul 12	980£ 980	-	-	3 Nights
	21 Jul 12	1 Sep 12	1160£ 1160	-	-	1 Week
	1 Sep 12	29 Sep 12	980£ 980	-	-	3 Nights
	29 Sep 12	20 Oct 12	800£ 800	-	-	3 Nights
	20 Oct 12	3 Nov 12	980£ 980	-	-	3 Nights
	3 Nov 12	1 Jan 13	1160£ 1160	-	-	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.

Availability

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