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A beautiful cottage with a homely feel and flexible sleeping arrangements

Family-friendly cottage in Duns

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Outdoor spa tub
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2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi
Smart TV, Netflix, toys, books
Smart TV, Netflix, toys, books
In the picturesque Scottish Borders, The Tackhouse offers a tranquil retreat with charming country views. Unwind in the private garden or larger adjacent grounds of Castletoun House, and enjoy evenings by the wood burning stove with Netflix on the large flat screen smart TV.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 472 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

A beautiful cottage with a homely feel and flexible sleeping arrangements

The Tackhouse is one of two adjacent cottages tucked in the corner of the courtyard. It was built in the 1830s but has since been restored and refurbished to meet modern standards, mixing 19th and 20th century furniture and styles whilst retaining a traditional cottage feel. In front is a small enclosed private garden, a sheltered sun trap with furniture for an impromtu alfresco meal and guests are also welcome to relax in the larger adjacent grounds of Castletoun House.

The Tackhouse has two bedrooms, each with an ensuite shower room and WC and both bedrooms can be arranged either as twin bedded rooms or with a king size bed - just let us know which you need at the time of booking.
Downstairs there is a well equipped kitchen with all the necessary appliances - from induction hob to a dishwasher. In the far corner from the kitchen, there is a dining table,
The living room is perfect for all the friends or family to gather in, to enjoy the evening warmth of the wood burning stove, watch the large flat screen smart TV (Netflix included) or browse the internet using the free WiFi. In the living room you will also find a good selection of books, board games as well as toys for the youngest members of the family.

The Tackhouse is in Greenlaw village, the Scottish Borders, and has charming southerly country views from every room across Blackadder River to Greenlaw Mill Farm and beyond to Catmoss Hill. It is within a minute's stroll of the centre of the village and the the lovely pub/restaurant, the Blackadder, and yet is as quiet and rural as a country cottage.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Netflix
  • Smart TV
  • Streaming services

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 775 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
By arrangement only

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 14
Note from host: By arrangement only
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

A Beautiful Cottage With a Homely Feel

About the neighborhood

Located in Duns, this cottage is in a rural area. The Jim Clark Room and Hirsel Homestead Museum & Craft Centre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Home Park and Scott's View. Fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and horse riding nearby.
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Greenlaw, Scotland

What's nearby

  • Kelso Racecourse - 11 min drive - 15.3 km
  • Mellerstain House - 12 min drive - 12.8 km
  • Floors Castle - 12 min drive - 14.6 km
  • Kelso Abbey - 14 min drive - 16.3 km
  • Thirlestane Castle - 19 min drive - 25.1 km

Getting around

  • Tweedbank Station - 22 min drive
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪New Palace Theatre Organ Heritage Centre - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Blackadder Pub And Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Old Thistle Inn - ‬8 min drive
  • The Neidpath Inn
  • ‪Gordon Bowling Club - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A beautiful cottage with a homely feel and flexible sleeping arrangements pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at A beautiful cottage with a homely feel and flexible sleeping arrangements?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A beautiful cottage with a homely feel and flexible sleeping arrangements?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is A beautiful cottage with a homely feel and flexible sleeping arrangements located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly cottage is within 9 mi (15 km) of The Jim Clark Room, Duns Castle Nature Reserve, and Borders Abbeys Way. Hirsel Homestead Museum & Craft Centre and Mellerstain House are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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