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Turret House is a very historic property which has been beautifully
restored to provide the finest self-catering accommodation in Kelso.
Dating from the 17th century, and refurbished by the National Trust for
Scotland as one of their 'Little Houses', it offers an excellent place
to stay in the Scottish Borders. The accommodation is spacious and
stylish with lots of period features, including a wonderful circular
stone stairway. This holiday house is in the centre of Kelso but as it
is in a quiet no-through street it is very peaceful, and has a pretty
courtyard garden.
Kelso is an attractive Border town on the banks of the River Tweed -
one of Scotland's most famous salmon fishing rivers. Kelso Abbey can
be seen from the upstairs windows, and these magnificent 12th century
ruins are a popular tourist attraction. The Four Abbeys Cycle trail
goes through Kelso, and there is excellent walking in the area - both
marked routes and less explored paths. There are some superb castles
and country houses in the area - Floors Castle, Abbotsford House (home
of Sir Walter Scott), Mellerstain and Traquair House are some of the
finest in Scotland. Kelso's Racecourse is a great day out if you like
racing and the beaches of the Berwickshire and Northumberland coasts
are within easy driving distance. Edinburgh is only an hour away and
Hadrian's Wall is an hour and a half's drive. There is so much to see
and do in the area !
- Sleeps 6
- Bedrooms - 3 (1 double, 1 twin, 1 (super-king or twin)
- Bathrooms - 1 plus an ensuite shower-room
- Additional downstairs WC
- Bed linen & towels included
- Gas 'wood-burners'
- Full central heating
- Original fireplaces
- Washing machine/drier
- Fridge with freezer box
- Electric oven, gas hob & microwave
- Dishwasher
- TV, DVD, CD player (DVDs and CDs provided)
- Short breaks available
- No smoking
- Cot and highchair on request
- Unrestricted parking
- Pets, one dog - small preferably & well behaved, welcome
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- Edinburgh - 1 hour's drive
- Kelso town centre nearby
- Good pub food & restaurants nearby
- Close to fishing on the River Tweed
- Golf courses close by
- Private garden
- Garden furniture
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Accommodation:
This delightful house has very spacious living accommodation including
a separate dining room with an old range fireplace. The kitchen is
very well equipped and also has a dining area and gas 'wood-burner' in
the original fireplace. There is a separate
cloakroom with WC and washer/drier. The beautiful circular stone
stairs lead up to the first and second floors.
On the first floor is the sitting room with two feature
fireplaces, one with a gas 'wood-burner' (very cosy and no mess!). The
very pretty double bedroom has a cast-iron double bed, an original cast
iron fireplace and working shutters. There is a modern en-suite shower
room.
On the second floor is a twin bedroom with an original cast iron
fireplace. The third bedroom has two 3ft zip-together beds which can
be made up as super-king or twin beds as required. There is also a
bathroom with quality fittings on the second floor. All the upstairs
rooms have gorgeous views.
Another charming feature of this Kelso house is the peaceful, enclosed
courtyard garden with lots of climbing plants. This is a perfect place
to relax in after a day's sightseeing. The garden is accessed from the
kitchen and sitting room (via a small bridge).
Directions:
From Edinburgh Airport: The cottage is about 45 miles south of Edinburgh
airport.
By Road: In the centre of Kelso - directions are sent to
guests.
By Rail: The nearest station is Berwick-upon-Tweed.
What's included:
All bed linen, duvets, towels, dish-towels, central heating, hot
water
and
electricity are included in the price.
Cost and availability.
The cottage is rented out year round.
Pets - one dog (small preferably & well behaved) at £20 per week are welcomed.
Rental periods are generally arrival 4pm departure 10am - every
effort will be made to accommodate alternative times. Short-breaks are
available, either for a long weekend or mid-week 4 night stay.
Changeover date for weekly lets is Saturday.
To book this luxury Kelso self-catering cottage, click the
enquiry button below and request availability and see prices.
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Turret House, Abbey Court, Kelso, Roxburghshire,
Scottish Borders
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