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3 Bedroom
Self Catering Cottage in Scottish Borders
Orchard cottage Melrose Scotland *****
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Bedroom.......................3
Bathroom......................2
Sleeps...........................4
Rate (British Pounds)
£ 385
- £ 650 per
Week
Description:
3 bedroom contemporary cottage ,fire , vaulted ceiling , view the Eildon hills through wooden shutters. ..
Vacation Rental Description
This 3 bedroom property has a feel of real luxury about it. The open living area with vaulted ceiling looks out through the plantation shutters to the Eildon hills and beyond. The mood lighting throughout the house gives a contemporary feel. The sun room doubles as a third bedroom. Orchard cottage will give anyone a warm welcome back after a days walking, fishing, biking, golfing, sight seeing or just plain old working! Situated in Fishers lane, wonderful walks along the Tweed river and surrounding hills are but minutes away. You might rather just have that coffee on the patio, before a stroll into town for lunch and watch a game of rugby at the famous Greenyards!
4 mountain bikes, 4 sets of golf clubs, 2 sledges & 4 fishing rods, available for free use.
Melrose ,"Gem o' Scotland", is a place of beauty & and an ideal short break destination. The town is situated at the foot of the famous Eildon hills which dominate the horizon. The north Eildon has the rampart remains of one of the largest iron age forts in Scotland. To the east lies Trimontium, one of the greatest discovered Roman forts, still echoing its past in the local museum.
The famous Melrose Abbey plays host to the crowning of the Melrose festival queen in June every year. This is a week of pomp and tradition. Festival week remembers various aspects of the towns history, with events such as - a ride out to check the boundaries of the town, a cycle ride, fancy dress, tour of ceremonies, crowning of the queen (dux) and festival ball. Most of the other Border towns have similar events during the summer months.
Also in June is the Melrose Book Festival. The event is getting bigger every year coaxing writers such as Michael Palin and Ian Rankin to come and give entertaining talks.
Melrose Sevens, in April, is second to none in the rugby calendar. Teams from all over the world compete for a place in history, to be crowned winners at the birthplace of the shortened game. It is a must for the rugby enthusiast.
The skirl of the bagpipes is to be heard en masse in August as the International Pipe Band Championship takes place in Melrose.
The Scottish Borders walking festival is held annualy first week in September.
Braveheart enthusiasts will appreciate the first ever statue of William Wallace - 31 feet high, built in 1814. Visit him after stopping to admire the countryside panorama at Scotts view.
This is horse country so why not get booked on a trek through the Border countryside. Thirlestane Castle Horse Trials take place in August. A wonderful setting and an entertaining day out.
Fishing and golf courses are in abundance here in the Borders. Local lochs and rivers cater for the trout fishers, while the river Tweed can offer some of the best salmon fishing at certain times of the year. . Why not simply go and see them jump the salmon ladders as they migrate upstream.
The golfer can purchase a Freedom of the Fairways ticket , entitling you to a golfing passport second to none. A host of clubs and course beckon through out the Borders.
There are ten circular walks of historical and natural interest around Melrose, with cosy tea rooms or local hostelries to have something stronger after each one !
Hogmany is celebrated in the town market square. Tickets can be bought for a ceilidh in the town hall but you do not need tickets to come to the square for the bells. Friends and strangers are treated as one as everyone watches the fabulous firework display and waits for a new year to begin.
Melrose enjoys the quality of shops pubs and dining usually reserved for the city, it even has its own theatre! www.thewyndmelrose.com .Six fabulous top notch restaurants (all within 10 - 15mins walking distance of the cottage), serve up local produce and fine fare, not to mention quality wines.
Facilities
Facilities Luxuries: Log fire, Internet access, DVD player General: Central heating, TV, CD player, Wi-fi available Standard: Kettle, Toaster, Iron, Hair dryer Utilities: Clothes dryer, Dishwasher, Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Washing machine Rooms: Bedrooms (3), Shower rooms (2), Separate WCs (2) Furniture: Sofabeds (2), Single beds (4), Dining seating for 8, Lounge seating for 7, Sleeps maximum of 6 Other: Linen and towels provided. Outdoors: Balcony / Terrace, Private garden, BBQ, Bicycles available Access: Parking space The cottage sits in its own grounds with private off street car park. Steps lead down to the patio area at the front of the cottage which is a real sun trap in the late afternoon / evening. There is a raised decking area with patio set for taking in the morning /afternoon sun, and a wonderfully busy bird table for the ornithologists .
Activities
SCOTLANDS BEST SHORT BREAK DESTINATION
Melrose Abbey was built by David the 1st and a casket recently uncovered is thought to contain the heart of Robert the Bruce. The preserved ruins of the famous 12th century Abbey is the starting place of St.Cuthberts way -
Abbotsford - home built by Sir Walter Scott (author of Ivanhoe, Rob Roy, The Lady of the Lake etc..) just 2 miles away.
Visit Concorde at the museum of flight only 45mins away, a great day out..
Edinburgh and the coast are only 50 minutes away by car.
Edinburgh castle. Edinburgh bus tours. The Falkirk wheel
Scottish national art gallery The Glasgow science centre Edinburgh dungeons & tours.
Edinburgh Sealife centre. The Edinburgh festival Royal Yacht Britannia.
Edinburgh zoo . The Bass Rock boat trip. Butterfly and insect world.
Holyroodhouse Palace . The Scottish Parliament . Farne Island boat trip.
Trips to Skye, Loch Ness. Da Vinci/code Rosslyn Chapel . Fossil hunt at Cocklawburn beach.
Owner Location Comment
SCOTLANDS BEST SHORT BREAK DESTINATION Travel Options
- Nearest Airport : Edinburgh at 34 miles distance;
- Nearest Train Station : Edinburgh at 30 miles distance
- Nearest Town : Melrose at 0.5 miles distance
Rental Rates
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Price Table
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Further details No dogs Smokers outside only. Changeover day by arrangement usualy a Saturday vacate by 10am arrive from 4pm onwards. Low season from £385 pwk. Short breaks by arrangement. High season £650pwk 3 nights £400 in high season. Christmas or New year £750 pwk. Melrose 7s 3 night weekend £500 FREE use of mountain bikes ,sledges, and golfclubs Conditions 20% paid deposit secures booking. Written confirmation by return. Full balance to be paid 6 weeks prior to arrival. Payment by cheque, or bank transfer.
Photos
Orchard cottage summer time
Glass dining table. Neon splash wall lights, glass staircase
Double bedroom downstairs
Scandanavian glass wall fire, with old mill coffee table
Decked area in the sun
Melrose Abbey ,15 minute walk from cottage.
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Reviews
5 Reviews of Property 33671 Scottish Borders
Review 5051 :
From: From Owners GuestBook
Rating: 5 out of 5
Review Submitted: 2/15/2011
Helen & Ken Brisbane Australia Aug 2010
Thoroughly enjoyed the cottage great attention to detail, sad to leave.Hope we can make it back one day , Melrose our favourite village!
Review 5050 :
From: From Owners GuestBook
Rating: 5 out of 5
Review Submitted: 2/15/2011
Paul Bagnell, Carol, Ken & Pam UK July 2010 on February 11, 2011
Superb cottage, lovely surroundings everything supplied could not ask for more.
Review 5048 :
From: From Owners GuestBook
Rating: 5 out of 5
Review Submitted: 2/15/2011
Fiona & Mick Mckeown July10
Excellent accomodation , very generous welcome pack.Lots of thought. Thoroughly enjoyed the area, the cottage is well positioned for all the local towns and trips to Edinburgh. Really enjoyed the bird table and the number of visits, all bird food gone in 3 days ! Wi fi and tvs a definite asset, will recommend to others.Thankyou
Review 111 :
From: Madeleine Dow
Rating: 5 out of 5
Review Submitted: 2/9/2010
We couldn't have asked for a more comfortable stay! Everything is finished to the highest standard to make you feel right at home. There's plenty of things to do and places to go but if you just fancy relaxing, this cosy cottage has everything you need to curl up infront of the fire and enjoy the surrounding countryside. A perfect getaway!
Review 108 :
From: John & Di Staley
Rating: 5 out of 5
Review Submitted: 2/8/2010
Orchard Cottage was everything we were looking for... and more! A fantastic property - stylish and relaxing - in beautiful surroundings! Perfect area for walking or exploring and within easy travelling distance to Edinburgh. Mike and Pat have thought of everything and we can't wait to get back there! .
Owners Profile
Melrose voted best scottish village by many of our guests
Melrose
Melrose ,"Gem o'Scotland", is a place of beauty & and an ideal short break destination. The town is situated at the foot of the famous Eildon hills which dominate the horizon. The north Eildon has the rampart remains of one of the largest iron age forts in Scotland. To the east lies Trimontium, one of the greatest discovered Roman forts, still echoing its past in the local museum.
The famous Melrose Abbey plays host to the crowning of the Melrose festival queen in June every year. This is a week of pomp and tradition. Festival week remembers various aspects of the towns history, with events such as - a ride out to check the boundaries of the town, a cycle ride, fancy dress, tour of ceremonies, crowning of the queen (dux) and festival ball. Most of the other Border towns have similar events during the summer months.
Also in June is the Melrose Book Festival. The event is getting bigger every year coaxing writers such as Michael Palin and Ian Rankin to come and give entertaining talks.
Melrose Sevens, in April, is second to none in the rugby calendar. Teams from all over the world compete for a place in history, to be crowned winners at the birthplace of the shortened game. It is a must for the rugby enthusiast.
The skirl of the bagpipes is to be heard en masse in August as the International Pipe Band Championship takes place in Melrose.
The Scottish Borders walking festival is held annualy first week in September.
Braveheart enthusiasts will appreciate the first ever statue of William Wallace - 31 feet high, built in 1814. Visit him after stopping to admire the countryside panorama at Scotts view.
This is horse country so why not get booked on a trek through the Border countryside. Thirlestane Castle Horse Trials take place in August. A wonderful setting and an entertaining day out.
Fishing and golf courses are in abundance here in the Borders. Local lochs and rivers cater for the trout fishers, while the river Tweed can offer some of the best salmon fishing at certain times of the year. . Why not simply go and see them jump the salmon ladders as they migrate upstream.
The golfer can purchase a Freedom of the Fairways ticket , entitling you to a golfing passport second to none. A host of clubs and course beckon through out the Borders but be warned remember the Scottish hills - no links courses here!
There are ten circular walks of historical and natural interest around Melrose, with cosy tea rooms or local hostelries to have something stronger after each one !
Hogmany is celebrated in the town market square. Tickets can be bought for a ceilidh in the town hall but you do not need tickets to come to the square for the bells. Friends and strangers are treated as one as everyone watches the fabulous firework display and waits for a new year to begin.
Melrose enjoys the quality of shops pubs and dining usually reserved for the city, it even has its own theatre! www.thewyndmelrose.com .Six fabulous top notch restaurants (all within 10 - 15mins walking distance of the cottage), serve up local produce and fine fare, not to mention quality wines.
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