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Rural comfort - Luxurious cottage with lovely walks on doorstep

Waterfront cottage with kitchen and patio

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Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Property grounds
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Experience a 'sublime hideaway' at this lovingly upgraded cottage, where high-quality furnishings and glorious walks await. Enjoy your private garden and outdoor furniture or snuggle up with WiFi to stay connected; dogs are welcome too.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

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

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About this property

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

Rural comfort - Luxurious cottage with lovely walks on doorstep

A former dairy building, our cottage has been lovingly upgraded to provide spacious accommodation described by recent guests as 'a hidden gem'. With its own private garden, glorious walks from the front door and high quality furnishings it really is a 'sublime hideaway' (as described by another recent guest). Wine and other little treats greet your arrival. Suitable for couples and dogs welcome. Further info: The cottage has been lovingly converted from a former stable building. We take pride in how beautiful it is looking. Dogs are welcome but must not sit on the furniture and the guests must treat the property with due respect. A total of 2 adults + 1 other occupants (bearing in mind that the extra bed is a 5ft sofa bed) is the maximum number of guests at one time. The property is a No Smoking property. There is however outdoor furniture provided and an attractive terrace area where this is permitted.
There will be plenty of gas supplied for hot water and heating (gas bottles safely stored to rear of property). Sometimes the boiler has difficulty drawing in a new supply but do not worry if this happens. Please turn the hot water tap on in the bathroom, light a gas hob in the kitchen, wait for 30 seconds and then simply press the ignite (🔥) button on the boiler which is in the bathroom cupboard.
There is a WiFi password provided for fast WiFi. This is required for WhatsApp calling. There is no mobile reception at the property itself but the WiFi ensures you can call and message at all times.
I will leave you in peace to enjoy your stay but am contactable either via messaging or by knocking on the main house door should you ever need me.
Many thanks, Mirry 😊

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near a hospital
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming 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
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Property does not allow children

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

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
Long-term renters welcome
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

Property is also known as

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About the neighborhood

Map
Kelso, SCT

What's nearby

  • Mellerstain House - 7 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Kelso Racecourse - 8 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Floors Castle - 8 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Kelso Abbey - 11 min drive - 9.2 km
  • Kelso Old Parish Church - 11 min drive - 9.2 km

Getting around

  • Stow Station - 25 min drive
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 78 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Cobbles - Freehouse & Dining - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪New Palace Theatre Organ Heritage Centre - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Charlie’s Terrace - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪CafeU - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Greggs - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Rural comfort - Luxurious cottage with lovely walks on doorstep pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Rural comfort - Luxurious cottage with lovely walks on doorstep?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rural comfort - Luxurious cottage with lovely walks on doorstep?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Rural comfort - Luxurious cottage with lovely walks on doorstep located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within 6 mi (10 km) of Floors Castle, Mellerstain House, and Kelso Racecourse. Kelso Old Parish Church and Kelso Abbey are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

Rural comfort - Luxurious cottage with lovely walks on doorstep Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 35 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 35 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 35 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 35 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 35 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Reiner A.

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

Very nice place to be...

perfect location to visit all the castles at the border region!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ron C.

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

Great Location

Had a lovely stay and owner was very friendly and available if required.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

ANDREW K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bright, horses outside the windows. A quiet suntrap
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol H.

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

Lovely cottage in great location

We really appreciated the large bathroom and also the large enclosed garden which is great for a dog The cottage is of a high standard, well equipped and comfortable. It's in a stunning location. A great base for walking.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynn A.

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

Easter break

Had a lovely stay, cottage is very nice and has everything you could possibly need. Hosts were excellent in communication and passing on hints and tips, the information file was very useful
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel M.

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

Lovely

We had a lovely stay. As we visited for an event nearby there wasn’t much time to explore the area but the cottage was a great base. The welcome pack was a nice surprise. The dogs loved the large garden and we would definitely return.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Sydnee M.

Lovely, cozy cottage

Adorable and cozy little cottage with high-quality finishes throughout. We very much appreciated the goodies that awaited us upon arrival. We brought our dog with us and took advantage of the proximity to Edinburgh. Nearby Kelso has lots to offer, and we absolutely loved the seclusion of the cottage, despite its proximity to all of the activities!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Tracy S., Grange over Sands. Cumbria. UK

Utterly perfect!

Absolutely wonderful. Luxurious, well equipped and tastefully decorated cottage, perfect peace, super dog friendly, amazing welcome pack, fabulous comfortable bed and surroundings. We'd like to move in! Highly recommended. Thank you

10/10 Excellent

phill c.

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

Explore the Borders

Great central location from which to explore the Borders region from Bamburgh to Melrose ; from the Alnwick Gardens to Edinburgh. After a great day exploring to return to our quiet countryside cottage for a relaxing glass while watching the sunset over the hills as the the horses enjoying a late night snack in the paddock and the swifts and bats doing tricks was wonderful . Enjoyed 7 perfect days. Jan and Phill
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lesley J.

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

Fantastic cottage

I have had a fantastic stay with my 2 dogs at the Old Nenthorn Cottage. The cottage is spacious, spotlessly clean, very welcoming and the welcome pack was a lovely touch. It is very comfortable, with a great outlook of the wonderful countryside and an excellent base for exploring the Scottish Borders. There are plenty of great dog walks nearby and the beautiful coast is less than 1 hours drive away, so the best of both worlds. I would definitely recommend Old Nenthorn Cottage and if I return to the Scottish Borders in the future, I wouldn’t hesitate in booking again.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

M S.

A really wonderful holiday - utter heaven

The owner couldn't have been more helpful or the welcome basket more inviting! The cottage is spacious yet utterly cosy. So warm despite the freezing weather outside and beautifully clean. The most comfortable bed we have ever stayed in and the fluffy bathrobes were pure indulgence. So many spoiling touches to make the stay even more special. We had our dog with us and we could walk for miles through glorious countryside right from our front door. Can't recommend it enough.

10/10 Excellent

Adam T., Newcastle Upon Tyne

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

Perfect little cottage

Absolutely loved our stay, perfect for the dog, lovely big garden, she loved watching the horses, as well as the many walks on the doorstep. The cottage is so cosy and clean. When we arrived there was wine, cake, crisps and tea left for us, which was a lovely little touch. Thank you for making it a perfect weekend for us, we hope to be back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Manuela W.

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

Bliss

Absolutely loved our stay, so peaceful and such fantastic surroundings. Perfect for kind walks with the dog Can’t wait to return 😀
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Debra S.

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

Autumn glory

Thank you Mirry for a wonderfully peaceful stay at your super cottage near Kelso. Immaculately clean and charmingly furnished we had a lovely break with great walks from the house and the beautiful outlook from the lounge. Looking forward to booking our next visit soon.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

janet r.

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

A LITTLE PIECE OF HEAVEN

A most comfortable, cosy, clean and tastefully decorated little home. The welcome pack was a very thoughtful and tasty treat. Soooo comfortable and clean. Buddy enjoyed the garden and wildlife greatly. The peace and tranquillity was wonderful as were the walks from right on the doorstep. Highly recommended little piece of heaven. Thank you Mirry xx
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sheila W.

Nenthorn cottage

Very well planned and appointed cottage. Made a good base to explore the area for us. Loved the horses and ponies grazing outside the window.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Cara G.

Peaceful, relaxing break

Lovely cottage, perfect for 2 people and dog. Good access with wheelchair and well equipped with everything we needed. Very peaceful, relaxing location and just what was needed. Enjoyed visit to Borders Distillery in Hawick and lunch at Born in the Borders. Will definitely recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

Jan W.

Nice place to relax. Wonderfull area.

Everything exact like the offer. The owner takes care of everything. Welcome pack with food and tea was very great. Everything clean. Easy to reach many points for site seeing. Edinburgh 30 min.

10/10 Excellent

Lisa D.

The cottage and area were lovely.

The cottage had everything needed including a lovely welcome pack. Great garden with lovely horses in the field next door. Plenty of information on the area & walks for dog.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jeannette W.

A Piece of Heaven

Beautiful location handy for everything but rural enough to enjoy peace,quiet and tranquility. Quality property,exceeded our expectations couldn’t fault anything. Extremely clean and tidy quality fixtures and fittings,plenty utensils etc. Beautiful welcome pack. Fab garden for our dog,endless nights watching bunny rabbits hopping in the garden and listening to tranquil stream running at the end of the garden. Deers,barn owl,bats and horses,a definite animal lovers haven. Lots of beautiful walks on the door. Couldn’t want for more. Get booking people cause we will definitely be back! Thanks to Miranda for helping to make our stay a very memorable one.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Torsten O., Berlin, Germany

A perfect place to relax!

We spend five days in the beautiful cottage of Miranda and we just loved it. Very quite, very relaxing and you are surrounded by true nature, horses and birds. The house is clean and fitted with everything you need for your holiday. The fast broadband internet was just installed the day we arrived. Miranda is a great host and always there when you need her - the welcome package was great to feel quickly at home. We will come again!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Nigel R.

Lovely cottage

Had a relaxing time and visited local attractions
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Michaela M.

Wunderbarer Aufenthalt in einem tollen Häuschen!

Wir haben die 5 Nächte in Old Nenthorn sehr genossen, es ist sehr ländlich und ruhig dort und ideal mit Hund! Das Haus ist gemütlich und liebevoll ausgestattet und der Willkommensgruß war eine große Freude für uns. Wir würden jederzeit wieder hier übernachten, vielen Dank an die Vermieter!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Natalie B.

Lovely break

We loved our stay there!! Was great for the dog& short drive to kelso!!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

DAVID C.

Modern, clean and bright

Well presented and pristine, with lovely views on all sides.