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Just show me Scottish Borders Cottages
Please find below a selection of self catering holiday cottages to rent in the Scottish Borders.
Immerse yourself in rural Scotland and try a Scottish Borders cottage holiday.
Sweeping moors, gentle hills, peaceful valleys and extensive plains; not to mention the rugged Berwickshire coastline - the contrasting landscapes of the Scottish Borders happily sit side by side. And as you might expect, this is a fantastic place for enjoying the 'Great Outdoors'.
For walkers, over 1500 miles of paths and trails thread through the countryside. Areas worth a mention include in and around the River Tweed, Liddesdale, Teviotdale and the hills of Moorfoot and Lammermuir - the latter an incredible sight come autumn when displays of heather flush deep purple.
Cycling, too, is a great way to explore the Borders, with lots of suitable off-road trails for beginners and adrenalin-pumping downhill tracks for the avid mountain biker.
Like horses? Whether it's active participation or the fun of spectating, this is a great equestrian centre. Horse riding highlights include the 57-mile Buccleuch Country Ride, while point-to-point, national hunt and horse trials all appear on the calendar. Another spectator sport not-to-be-missed is rugby and there's a team in every main town.
More mellow pursuits include freshwater and sea fishing, as well as golf. Top class 18-hole courses include Eyemouth whose fairways unfurl to the sea and Cardrona, affectionately known as 'Gleneagles of the south'.
Those keen to delve into the mysterious past will find a dramatic and often turbulent history has left a trail of castles, abbeys, mansions and ruins scattered across the region.
Wherever your interests lie, a Scottish Borders cottage holiday will more than meet your expectations.
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Sunningdale | Norham near Cornhill-on-Tweed | Scottish Borders
Lovely detached single-storey cottage in quiet position in village of Norham. Cosy accommodation with open fire. Shop and pubs within walking distance. Berwick-upon-Tweed 7 miles.
4 Swinton Hill Farm Cottages | Swinton near Coldstream | Scottish Borders
One of our Scotland cottages, this cosy terrace is on the outskirts of Swinton village, close to Coldstream. Beams, woodburner. Ideal romantic retreat.
Millside Chase | Chirnside near Berwick-upon-Tweed | Scottish Borders
Superb apartment, part of a mill conversion, in a small hamlet on banks of Whiteadder Water. Contemporary, spacious accommodation. Beautiful rural views. Berwick 7 miles.
2 Baillie Hall | Newtown St Boswells | Scottish Borders
A semi-detached cottage with a varied history, overlooking Bowden Burn in Newtown St Boswells. Quality accommodation with en-suites. Melrose 3 miles.
1 Lempitlaw Farm | Lempitlaw near Kelso | Scottish Borders
A lovely Kelso cottage on a working arable farm in the hamlet of Lempitlaw, 4 miles from Kelso itself. Country views, woodburner, walking and cycling. Jedburgh 14 miles.
Bank View | Chirnside near Berwick-upon-Tweed | Scottish Borders
A wonderful alternative to traditional holiday cottages, this cottage apartment is ideally located for exploring the Scottish Borders. Berwick-upon-Tweed 9 miles.
The Granary | Jedburgh near Kelso | Scottish Borders
Superb semi-detached converted steading on outskirts of Jedburgh in Scottish Borders. Wonderful panoramic views over Jedburgh and countryside. Kelso 12 miles.
2 Swinton Hill Farm Cottage | Swinton near Coldstream | Scottish Borders
Beautifully presented semi-detached cottage near Swinton. Woodburning stove, garden, ground floor bedroom. Heart of the Scottish Borders. Fishing, golf, walking. Coldstream 5 miles. Berwick-upon-Tweed 12 miles.
Gerrick Cottage | Swinton near Coldstream | Scottish Borders
One of our lovely Scottish Borders cottages, close to Swinton village. Panoramic views of the Cheviot Hills, rolling countryside nearby. Spacious accommodation throughout. Perfect base for touring the Borders. Duns 6 miles, Berwick 12 miles.
Roselea | Eyemouth | Scottish Borders
Delightful terraced cottage over three floors in fishing village of Eyemouth. Ideal for beach, cliff walks, St Abb’s Head National Nature Reserve. Open Fire. St Abbs 4.5 miles.