Springfield is an excellent and beautifully appointed modern house which stands quite alone in its own large garden among the fields of a peaceful country estate between Kelso and Morebattle in the lovely Scottish Borders.
Quick Info
Sleeps: 4/8 | Bedrooms: 4 |
Changeover Day: Fri | Pets Allowed: Yes (2) |
No smoking | Bathrooms: 3 |
Reached by an estate road and track (some care required), it has extensive views through 360 degrees and the only passing traffic will be the birds and the occasional hedgehog, so it is ideal for children.
Inside the house is spacious and full of character and the elegant way it has been furnished and equipped cannot fail to please. The large open plan living area has a lovely beamed ceiling and a sitting area at one end with comfortable seating arranged around the wood-burning stove and TV. The dining area at the other end of the room has plenty of room for dining and the French doors out to the patio (with furniture and BBQ) keep the whole place bright by day and still cosy in the evening when the curtains are drawn.
The kitchen is well-equipped and has plenty of work surface space for cooking. There is also a handy utility room, a double bedroom (with en suite shower), a twin bedroom and a bathroom downstairs.
Open tread stairs lead up to two further twin bedrooms and another bathroom. There is also a games room with table football table leading through to a galleried TV room.
Outside there is ample parking for several vehicles at the door and secure storage for sporting equipment.
Springfield Cottage really is an ideal place for family get-togethers or for friends who would appreciate a quiet location together with all modern comforts.
Video Walkthrough
For all its tranquillity, Springfield is quite central for both touring and for sporting activities.
Kelso is a pretty market town on the river Tweed, with excellent facilities, an ice rink, a racecourse, leisure centre and riding close by.
Walkers will find that they can join St Cuthberts Way from Melrose to Lindisfarne just over the hill at the charming village of Morebattle (2 miles, with pub and shop). The northern end of the Pennine Way is just a few miles further on at Yetholm.
There is good scope for fishing in the Tweed or in the many lochans and other lesser rivers in the area. Golfers have a choice of numerous good courses in the area, including the Championship Roxburghe course which is less than 5 miles away.
For gentler exercise the Teviot Water Gardens and Smokery offers riverside walks and tempting fare as well. The Borders also have a fine selection of ruined abbeys, castles and stately homes to visit, such as Floors Castle and the abbey at Kelso, Mellerstain and Manderston or Paxton House near Berwick.
The Berwickshire coast with its dramatic cliffs and sandy beaches is just over half an hour's drive from the cottage. Berwick-upon-Tweed itself is a historic walled town right on the Border that is well worth a visit. Dipping further into England brings you to Alnwick, Lindisfarne and Holy Island. St Abbs and the Farne Islands are both famous for their amazing seabird colonies.
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
Open plan sitting/dining room with TV/DVD, wood burning stove and French door to patio
Kitchen with fridge-freezer, dishwasher, microwave etc
Utility/drying room with washing machine
Double bedroom with en suite bathroom with shower, WC and basin
Twin bedroom
Bathroom with bath/shower, WC and basin
Upstairs
Twin bedroom
Twin bedroom
Bathroom with bath/shower, WC and basin
Games room with table football leading to
Galleried TV room
What's included
- Linen (Double Bed)
- Free
- Highchair
- Free
- Linen (Single Bed)
- Free
- Sets of towels (per person)
- Free
- WiFi
- Free
Available Extras
- Pet
- £30.00
- Travel Cot (excluding linen)
- £10.00
Services
Bed linen and towels are INCLUDED. Electricity is INCLUDED. Heating is by oil central heating (first £20 INCLUDED with any additional payable at the end of your stay) and wood-burning stove (1 basket of logs INCLUDED). WiFi is INCLUDED. A maximum of 2 dogs are welcome at an additional charge (2 large, 2 medium or 2 small). If you wish to bring any other pets please contact us and we will see what we can do. No smoking.
Please note: For Springfield Cottage, the tariff for 4 persons is based on two bedrooms only being made available.
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 11/10/2024 to 14/10/2024
From 18/10/2024 to 21/10/2024
From 04/04/2025 to 07/04/2025
Changeover Day: Fri
Rental - Date Range | Sleeps 4 | Sleeps 8 |
23 Aug 2024 - 12 Sep 2024 | £1,195.00 | £1,295.00 |
13 Sep 2024 - 03 Oct 2024 | £995.00 | £1,195.00 |
04 Oct 2024 - 24 Oct 2024 | £1,195.00 | £1,295.00 |
25 Oct 2024 - 19 Dec 2024 | £695.00 | £895.00 |
20 Dec 2024 - 27 Dec 2024 | £1,550.00 | £1,550.00 |
28 Dec 2024 - 05 Jan 2025 | £1,550.00 | £1,550.00 |
06 Jan 2025 - 30 Jan 2025 | £695.00 | £895.00 |
31 Jan 2025 - 03 Apr 2025 | £995.00 | £1,195.00 |
04 Apr 2025 - 24 Apr 2025 | £1,195.00 | £1,295.00 |
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Please note: Prices are calculated based on your party size at the time of booking and where more than one tariff is shown, the number of bedrooms made available may vary. This allows us to offer larger properties at lower rates for smaller parties. 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.
For Springfield Cottage, the tariff for 4 persons is based on two bedrooms only being made available.
Reviews
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So peaceful spectacular country views kelso lovely town to visit friendly locals
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Was a wonderful family experience . Location to Kelso just perfect. A very comfortable place to stay outdoor chairs woul...
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My 5th time at Springfield and there will be a 6th! It’s a special place and so dog friendly
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Good upstairs TV didn't work,sound on main TV not good
However we went for location,which was superb,NOT the tv
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Beautiful house in a peaceful rural setting. The house is surrounded by lawn and bounded by hedges and a gate which prov...
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'Excellent break, beautiful scenery and stunning weather. Really great place to stay- so peaceful.'
Hopkinson party
'Thoroughly enjoyable stay yet again. Just as good as our last visit.'
Fergusson party
'Thank you for a very comfortable stay. We have had a fantastic week.'
McKay party
Guest Comments
'Excellent break, beautiful scenery and stunning weather. Really great place to stay- so peaceful.'
Hopkinson party
'Thoroughly enjoyable stay yet again. Just as good as our last visit.'
Fergusson party
'Thank you for a very comfortable stay. We have had a fantastic week.'
McKay party