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

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

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Outdoor dining
Outdoor dining
Private kitchen
Interior

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

Reviews
9.8 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

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Explore the area

Map
Kelso, Scottish Borders
  • Popular LocationSmailholm Tower8 min drive
  • Popular LocationKelso Racecourse9 min drive
  • Popular LocationFloors Castle10 min drive
  • AirportEdinburgh (EDI)84 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

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 manager

Crabtree & Crabtree

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed, service animals permitted

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
On-site 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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Kelso

Located in Kelso, this cottage is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at St Abbs & Eyemouth Voluntary Marine Reserve and Bank Street Gardens, while Hawick Museum & Art Gallery and Old Gala House are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Scott's View and Woodside Garden Centre. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails, cycling and mountain biking nearby.
Map
Kelso, Scottish Borders

What's nearby

  • Scott's View - 8 min drive
  • Smailholm Tower - 8 min drive
  • Kelso Racecourse - 9 min drive
  • Floors Castle - 10 min drive
  • Mellerstain House - 11 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • The Cobbles - Freehouse & Dining - 11 min drive
  • The Waggon Inn - 11 min drive
  • Alfonso Crolla - 14 min drive
  • Off the Square - 11 min drive
  • CafeU - 12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

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

No, only service animals are welcome 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?

Checkout 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 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Mia L.

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

10/10 Excellent

Jackie H.

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

10/10 Excellent

niki l.

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

10/10 Excellent

Roger S.

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.

10/10 Excellent

David T.

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

About the host

Hosted by Crabtree & Crabtree

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