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Take advantage of a garden, an arcade/game room, and laundry facilities at THE MILL HOUSE - perfect for families, country sports or a cosy retreat.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

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About this property

THE MILL HOUSE - perfect for families, country sports or a cosy retreat

  • Overlooking Little Wood and the Mill stream, this charismatic cottage will be a perfect fit for families or those looking for a cosy country retreat.

    Perfect for families looking for a cosy, country retreat
    With the River Tweed flowing just 1 mile from the door, it is also ideally positioned for those fishing the renowned salmon pools of Makerstoun and other prime middle Tweed fishing beats.

    Inside, the sitting room has an effortlessly stylish scheme which exudes warmth and comfort, filled with light from windows on every side overlooking the pretty cottage garden and the mill stream below. Add plush carpeting throughout, comfortable sofas, and quality soft furnishings from local producers to the mix and you are promised a really rather lovely holiday stay.

    There is a compact but well equipped kitchen with pretty gingham accents and beamed ceiling, while dining for four is provided in the adjoining sitting room.

    Head upstairs for a distinctly Scottish vibe and a stained glass window for added charm. This leads into to two en-suite bedrooms where heritage shades, crisp linens and tweedy throws will make it hard to resist a lazy lie-in with a good book.

    For families, the addition of a separate games room with table tennis and table football will keep children entertained for perhaps the adults in the party too!

    GROUND FLOOR
    Access door leading straight into the sitting room.

    Sitting room with two double sofas and armchair, large flat screen TV and DVD player, dining space with seating for four.

    Kitchen is fully equipped with electric oven, ceramic hob, fridge, dishwasher, microwave. Washing and drying facilities are provided in an external laundry which is shared with two other cottages. A freezer is available for use in an external outbuilding.

    Cloakroom with WC and basin.

    Lockable inner-connecting door which leads to the adjoining Mill House for parties renting both cottages.

    FIRST FLOOR
    Bedroom one with fixed 5’ king size bed, side tables, armchair, chest of drawers, wardrobe.

    En-suite bathroom bath with shower over, heated towel rail, basin and WC.

    Bedroom two with 3’ twin beds, side table, and hanging rail.

    En-suite bathroom bath with shower over, heated towel rail, basin and WC.

    OUTSIDE
    There is a lawned garden with garden furniture to the front and side of the property which extends down to the mill stream and woodland. It should be noted that this is not fully enclosed.

    There is a shared games room which is available for guest use. This has a table tennis table, football table, Nintendo Wii and a selection of indoor and garden games.

    A shared laundry facility has two washing machines and two tumble dryers as well as a Belfast sink.

    Secure private storage for outdoor gear and bikes is available on request. Rod rack facilities are provided for fishing parties. A freezer is also available for guest use.

    PARKING
    Private parking to the front and side of the cottage.

    BABIES & CHILDREN
    A travel cot and highchair are available on request.

    DOGS
    Two well-behaved dogs are welcome but they must be clean and dry before access into the property and then kept to the ground floor area only. They are not permitted on the furniture or in the bedrooms. There is a charge of £25 per dog.

    GUEST AMENITIES
    High quality bed linen and luxurious towels are provided for guests along with guest toiletries. A hairdryer is provided in each bedroom.

    WI-FI & MOBILE COVERAGE
    Wi-Fi is available. Mobile reception is variable on most networks. EE offers the best coverage indoors, otherwise reception improves in the outside courtyard or garden.

    HEATING
    Central heating throughout the property.

    GUEST PRIVACY
    The steading comprises three small cottages in an L shape configuration which all sit in the same ownership and are available for use as holiday lets, either individually or together. The owner's property is immediately adjacent and while they are on hand to help guests with any aspect of their stay, they are completely respectful of their privacy.

    ADDITIONAL ACCOMMODATION
    For guests looking to holiday together this cottage can be booked alongside The Wheel House, sleeping 4 and Woodman's, sleeping 2. The cottages are located next to each other.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Foosball table
  • Table tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

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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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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 required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Located in Kelso, this cottage is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Hoselaw Loch and Din Moss and Borders Abbeys Way, while Trimontium Museum and Old Gala House are cultural highlights. Traveling with kids? Consider Scott's View and Priorwood Garden. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling, hiking, and mountain biking nearby. Visit our Kelso travel guide
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Kelso, Scottish Borders

What's nearby

  • A historic church ruin with arched windows and a stone pathway.
    Dryburgh Abbey
    14 min drive - 10.7 km
  • A castle surrounded by a lush green landscape with sheep grazing.
    Floors Castle
    14 min drive - 11.1 km
  • Scott's View
    11 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Kelso Racecourse
    16 min drive - 14.9 km
  • Mellerstain House
    16 min drive - 15.1 km

Getting around

  • Tweedbank Station
    21 min drive
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
    84 min drive

Restaurants

  • Red Lion Hotel
    14 min drive
  • The Knowes Coffee Shop
    12 min drive
  • Charlie’s
    19 min drive
  • Rutherfords
    11 min drive
  • The Cobbles - Freehouse & Dining
    11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is THE MILL HOUSE - perfect for families, country sports or a cosy retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at THE MILL HOUSE - perfect for families, country sports or a cosy retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at THE MILL HOUSE - perfect for families, country sports or a cosy retreat?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is THE MILL HOUSE - perfect for families, country sports or a cosy retreat located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly cottage is within 6 mi (10 km) of Smailholm Tower, Scott's View, and Floors Castle. Dryburgh Abbey and Kelso Racecourse are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

THE MILL HOUSE - perfect for families, country sports or a cosy retreat Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.6

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family weekend getaway

We had a lovely stay at the Mill House, beautiful rural setting ideal for some peace and quiet. The house is very well appointed. Very enjoyable short break.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family vacation

We travelled down from Fife and our family travelled from Devon. The place was immaculate and owners great. Only minor issue was I asked for twin bed configurations but we had double Loved every minute and would love to come back when there’s better weather as it is such a pretty place. Thank you
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lovely accommodations

This cottage was lovely - very neat and adequate for our needs. The hosts were very gracious and made us feel at home. They were also helpful in recommending restaurants and points of interest for us. We had a very enjoyable stay.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

A first rate cottage

We thought the cottage quite splendid with every little thing thought about and all our needs met.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2018
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Comfortable,well laid out great place to chill out very spacious

Deborah and Philip were great hosts could not have done enough the perfect base to explore the borders very dog friendly they loved Brewster who had a ball and the welcome pack was very much appreciated especially the scones will come back again. Robertand Ann
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2017
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very enjoyable

Everything was perfect, except kitchen utilities. It was quite a challence to cook a proper dinner for 4 persons with the pots and pans that were provided, f.i. only one little fryingpan...
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Idyllic cottage for a complete getaway!

Beautiful cottage in the middle of remote stunning landscape. Loved the cottage and remoteness. So quiet and perfect for a stay with our Labrador. Very thoughtfully decorated and appointed. Deborah and Phillip were lovely hosts, very helpful and Deborah makes a delicious chocolate cake!
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2022