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.