Quick Info
Sleeps: 2/6 | Bedrooms: 3 |
Changeover Day: Sat | Pets Allowed: No |
No smoking | Bathrooms: 2 |
Licence No: SB00110F |
Kingfisher Cottage is a rather spectacular conversion of part of an old mill dating from 1774, that has been carefully renovated to provide all 21st century comforts.
It stands in a tiny cluster of houses and farm buildings overlooking the Bowmont water, just half a mile from the village of Town Yetholm (with shop, pub) and 8 miles from Kelso (shops, pubs and restaurants) in the Scottish Borders.
From the front, there are lovely views over Staerough Hill, the river and the surrounding countryside. The cottage is right beside a pond, with a very picturesque bridge which leads from the front of the house to the garden.
Finished to a very high standard and beautifully presented, Kingfisher Cottage is a holiday home which cannot fail to please. Inside there is plenty of wow factor. The large, light sitting/dining room has a partially glazed roof that allows light to flood in and there is plenty of cosy, comfortable seating around the wood-burning stove with its stylish feature flue. There are French doors that lead out to the decking area outside, so you can nip out when the sun shines and relax in front of the lovely view or sit inside with the doors open to get the best of both worlds.
The spacious kitchen is well-equipped and efficiently designed, with a pleasant window seat so you can sit and chat to the cook while they prepare dinner. Also on this level are a twin room that overlooks the pond at the front and a utility room with a useful extra WC.
Stairs lead up to with a gallery area which is used as a study/games room with a TV/DVD player. Having this additional space means that the party can split up if entertainment tastes are different, without losing touch with each other – handy when dinner is being served or the drinks are being poured! There is a shower room located off this area. Upstairs there are two bedrooms, a double and a twin, that are both attractively presented and share a further modern bathroom with bath and shower over.
With polished wood flooring throughout and the double height of the living area, Kingfisher has a light and airy ambience and provides the perfect accommodation for a comfortable and relaxing holiday.
Just across the field is the river, where it is possible to swim and kayak.
Yetholm is at the end of the Pennine Way, while St Cuthbert's Way that goes from Melrose to Lindisfarne, passes to the rear of the cottage, so walkers really are spoilt for choice. It is also excellent cycling country with lots of quiet and scenic byways to enjoy.
There is plenty of scope for fishing and permits are available locally. The nearest riding stables are at Nenthorn, just north of Kelso, where there is a swimming pool, ice rink and racecourse, as well as a wide selection of interesting shops and excellent pubs, cafes and restaurants.
Kelso is also the site of Floors Castle, seat of the Duke of Roxburghe and this is just one of the many castles, keeps and stately homes which are open to the public in this historic area. Nearby Sunlaws is also home to the prestigious Roxburghe golf course and there are any number of excellent courses in the area to suit all tastes and pockets.
Kelso is only 22 miles from the sea - the RSPB sanctuary on the dramatic cliffs at St Abbs is well worth a visit, perhaps combined with an afternoon on the lovely sandy beach at Coldingham. Scotland's elegant and sophisticated capital city Edinburgh is just over an hour's drive away, or can be reached by train from either Berwick-upon-Tweed (23 miles) or Tweedbank (25 miles).
In short, whatever your interests and pursuits, there is plenty to keep all members of the party well entertained in these lovely surroundings.
Local Events and Attractions
Please note: while we make every effort to be as accurate as possible, the actual position of the cottage indicated on the map above and the proximity of the amenities in the Local Info section cannot be guaranteed to be precise and should be used as a guide only.
Accommodation
Downstairs
Living area with wood-burning stove.
Kitchen with dishwasher, fridge-freezer, microwave etc.
Twin bedroom
Utility room with washing machine and WC
Upstairs
Galleried games/study room with TV/DVD and shower room off with Shower, WC and wash basin
Double bedroom
Twin Bedroom
Bathroom with bath/shower, WC and wash basin
What's included
- Linen (Double Bed)
- Free
- Linen (Single Bed)
- Free
- Sets of towels (per person)
- Free
- WiFi
- Free
Services
Bed linen and towels are INCLUDED. Electricity is INCLUDED (For domestic use only, not for EV charging). Heating is by oil central heating INCLUDED and wood-burning stove (Logs INCLUDED). WiFi is INCLUDED. Sorry, pets are not accepted. No smoking.
Weekly Prices
The weekly guide prices for this property are shown below. Use the availability & book sidebar on the right to select your holiday or calculate short break rates (where available).
From 10/10/2025 to 13/10/2025
From 17/10/2025 to 20/10/2025
From 04/04/2025 to 07/04/2025
From 11/10/2024 to 01/12/2024
Changeover Day: Sat
Rental - Date Range | Sleeps 2 | Sleeps 6 |
26 Oct 2024 - 19 Dec 2024 | £595.00 | £650.00 |
20 Dec 2024 - 27 Dec 2024 | £1,195.00 | £1,195.00 |
28 Dec 2024 - 05 Jan 2025 | £1,195.00 | £1,195.00 |
06 Jan 2025 - 31 Jan 2025 | £595.00 | £695.00 |
01 Feb 2025 - 04 Apr 2025 | £695.00 | £795.00 |
05 Apr 2025 - 25 Apr 2025 | £795.00 | £895.00 |
26 Apr 2025 - 02 May 2025 | £695.00 | £795.00 |
03 May 2025 - 23 May 2025 | £795.00 | £895.00 |
24 May 2025 - 30 May 2025 | £995.00 | £995.00 |
31 May 2025 - 27 Jun 2025 | £795.00 | £895.00 |
28 Jun 2025 - 18 Jul 2025 | £995.00 | £995.00 |
19 Jul 2025 - 29 Aug 2025 | £1,050.00 | £1,050.00 |
30 Aug 2025 - 12 Sep 2025 | £795.00 | £895.00 |
13 Sep 2025 - 03 Oct 2025 | £695.00 | £795.00 |
04 Oct 2025 - 24 Oct 2025 | £795.00 | £895.00 |
25 Oct 2025 - 19 Dec 2025 | £595.00 | £695.00 |
20 Dec 2025 - 27 Dec 2025 | £1,050.00 | £1,050.00 |
28 Dec 2025 - 05 Jan 2026 | £1,050.00 | £1,050.00 |
06 Jan 2026 - 05 Jan 2027 | POA | POA |
06 Jan 2027 - 05 Jan 2028 | POA | POA |
06 Jan 2028 - 05 Jan 2029 | POA | POA |
Please note: Prices are calculated based on your party size at the time of booking. If your party size changes for any reason after booking, please let us know so we can ensure the accommodation provided meets your exact requirements.
Reviews
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Great location, with an abundance of wildlife. Beautiful cottage
and lovely personal touches throughout. Home from...
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