Kennels Cottage

Rating
Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 2
Pets Yes
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Features

Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews

37 Customer Review(s)

Mrs Midgley
September 2020

“Pleasant setting, friendly neighbours, pub nearby.”

Some attractive paintings and lamps, clean bedding, big comfortable beds, all facilities as listed. Internet fine.Minus points - couches a bit uncomfortable, only one tea towel, no dishwasher tabs, no instructions on how to put on heating so a bit cold one night, (plenty of hot water), a bit shocked to be left an old and well-used wash-up sponge, although it seemed 'clean' but didn't choose to use it. One towel had a raggy edge but all clean. Loose toilet seat in upstairs bathroom, very noisy ...

Some attractive paintings and lamps, clean bedding, big comfortable beds, all facilities as listed. Internet fine.Minus points - couches a bit uncomfortable, only one tea towel, no dishwasher tabs, no instructions on how to put on heating so a bit cold one night, (plenty of hot water), a bit shocked to be left an old and well-used wash-up sponge, although it seemed 'clean' but didn't choose to use it. One towel had a raggy edge but all clean. Loose toilet seat in upstairs bathroom, very noisy hot tap. I know this sounds negative but I expect real attention to detail when I rent for a holiday. Please leave some cupboard space in the kitchen for a 'pantry' and a towel in the downstairs cloakroom and kitchen would be helpful. I understand that things had to be removed re Covid 19 but who would have thought I needed to bring salt and pepper?

- Mrs Midgley, September 2020
Mrs Fraser June 2021

“Generally the cottage needs a thorough deep clean (especially of the living room carpet) and some maintenance to the bench at the front of the property which was very shaky to the point of being unusable.”

A worrying aspect was the dangerous, broken shaving mirror attached to the bathroom wall which appeared to have been like this for some time as it was extremely dirty. Cracked and broken floor tiles in the entrance hall, kitchen and shower room need replaced. Moving around upstairs was awkward in places due to the sloping ceilings and positioning of some of the furniture. The duvet in the bedroom on the right at the top of the stairs was stained and in a poor condition. However, we did enjoy our stay as the cottage is in a lovely position and the beds were comfortable. Linen was clean and all the appliances were in good working order although no instruction manuals were in evidence. With a bit of TLC the cottage could be greatly improved

- Mrs Fraser, June 2021
Mrs Mclauchlan August 2020

“Lovely warm cottage in good location for exploring the borders.”

- Mrs Mclauchlan, August 2020
Mrs Cooke February 2020

“Downstairs perfect, upstairs right hand bedroom needs a clothes rail and take ...”

Downstairs perfect, upstairs right hand bedroom needs a clothes rail and take the cupboard out as it’s cramped, otherwise highly recommend this property

- Mrs Cooke, February 2020
Mr Abbott February 2020

“The cottage was well equipped, area was good and local pub was excellent but the upstairs flooring was a mess, you couldn’t walk up the stairs or in the bedrooms without making a horrendous noise, if you used the upstairs toilet at night you would wake everyone up, in one bedroom you couldn’t use the wardrobe because the bed was in the way.”

- Mr Abbott, February 2020
Mrs Carr December 2019

“Lovely cottage let down by a few things.”

.. The hot water system is tricky - we did figure out how to get hot water, but it was cold only the first day. It took 30 minutes to run a bath, at a trickle so the hot water wouldn't turn off! Also. most things are provided, and really appreciated the number of tea towels, but we would have liked a soup ladle and bigger, less tippy mugs. Had a lovely few days though - really enjoyed the area and the cottage was comfortable.

- Mrs Carr, December 2019
Mr Woodhouse September 2019

“Bonus was the Tour of Britain cycle race going past the cottage.”

Overall very good Immaculately clean and comfortable, and very well positioned for touring the Borders

- Mr Woodhouse, September 2019
Mrs Taylor July 2019

“We had a very enjoyable time in Kennel Cottage.”

It is very well equipped for four people, comfortable and in a prime location for exploring the Scottish Borders.

- Mrs Taylor, July 2019
Ms Robb June 2019

“It was a lovely cosy cottage in the heart of easily the best town in the borders.”

The only recommendations I would make would be get rid of the wardrobe in the room to the right of the stairs as it is impossible to open the doors because the bed is in the way therefore you cant use the drawer or shoe tidy within and have to sit on the bed and open one door at a time. Also couldn't find the iron. These improvements would make it the best holiday let we have had so far.

- Ms Robb, June 2019
Mr Christie May 2019

“Lovely cottage, great quiet location.”

If we could have, we would have stayed longer

- Mr Christie, May 2019
Mrs Langridge March 2019

“A quaint cottage in a lovely village .”

Couple of things we didn't know about was how near the road we were which at times was fast and busy.The parking distance from the car park to the cottage.If it was raining when unloading your luggage you would definetly get wet by time you got to the cottage .The matresses in the twin room definetly need changing.they were so hard myself and hubby hardly slept and had such aching backs afterwards .they need to be more universally friendly or at least have a mattress topper on them.The beds need repositioning as were under the alcoves of the ceiling .Im 5ft 2 and my feet stuck over the edge of the bed! Hubby is 6ft so you can imagine .we lost at least 2 feet of the bed as its under the ceiling so you cant sleep on it ,they need moving to another wall so you can use all the length of the bed, uncomfy or not.I think with these slight changes the cottage would be top notch.Its very clean and has everything we wanted .we didn't spent any time during the day there as were out all day .but if you neede to use facilities all was well provided for.A plate of scones were left on the table and a fresh bottle of milk which is a lovely thought after lots of travelling ,they were delicious by the way.I would recommend it again if they could just sort the beds out.

- Mrs Langridge, March 2019
Mrs Obrien February 2019

“The cottage was perfect.”

Clean, great location, super for our dog. Please can you pass our thanks onto the owner of the cottage please. We had a great week

- Mrs Obrien, February 2019
Mrs Grassick November 2018

“This cottage was everything we would have expected and more.”

Lovely location. Comfortable, 2 bathrooms, well fitted kitchen and everything provided. Could not have asked for more. Home made scones and jam as a welcome, very gratefully received - thank you! We liked it that much we have booked again in February. St Boswells itself is a lovely place, very friendly and the perfect location for us to go exploring. Highly recommend this cottage. Dog friendly too a big plus for us.

- Mrs Grassick, November 2018
Mrs Cooke November 2018

“Hot water, heating and everything you need.”

Dishwasher wasn’t working but informed landlord and there was two of us staying so not a problem. Shower was good didn’t use the bath. Freshly baked scones on arrival with pint of milk left in fridge just what you need after a long journey

- Mrs Cooke, November 2018
Mr Glennie October 2018

“House was nice and clean and so good to arrive to find home made scones, butter and jam on the table and milk in the fridge.”

Just a nice touch.

- Mr Glennie, October 2018
Mrs Nickerson October 2018

“Nothing at all had a great stay enjoyed everything.”

The cottage was in a very nice area good outlook on to the green parking for the car was fine short walk to the cottage lovely and warm a nice touch for my welcome fresh scones butter and jam, Iwas very happy in the cottage it met all my expectations and would definatly stay again.

- Mrs Nickerson, October 2018
Miss Gallagher September 2018

“I’ll is an excellent base for exploring Scotland and the Buccleuch arms is a fantastic pub.”

The beds in the cottage were comfortable and the the cottage contained all the amenities needed. The dishwasher did not seem to get hot. Not sure if there is an issue with the dishwasher or if we weren’t doing it right. I would recommend this cottage.

- Miss Gallagher, September 2018
Mrs Monaghan August 2018

“This property is in a quiet and peaceful area and is centrally located for the cycle routes as just off the A68, which we enjoyed using.”

A great location for also visiting Edinburgh, especially for the fringe in August, we went up to the Fringe a number of times. The nearest train station is Tweedbank which is 6 1/2 miles away (train fare 2018 costs £11.60 return and free parking). The nearest town Galashiels is just over 9 miles away, which is served by a 24 hr Asda and a large Tesco supermarket for groceries. The process for booking and entry into the property on arrival was easy. The property itself was fully stocked and was like a home from home with all the amenities you would expect, TV, Wi-fi, crockery, and utensils. On arrival there was also a nice welcome pack of milk, butter, scones and jam. The only comment I would make is that the upper floor where the bedrooms and the upstairs bathroom is, is built in the eaves and has lots of sloped areas which could be a problem for really tall people. This did not affect our own visit and we would recommend this property.

- Mrs Monaghan, August 2018
Mr Phizacklea July 2018

“1) The "combi" boiler is old and noisy.”

It is also extremely wasteful of water. Up to date ones are much more efficient. 2) The blinds on the Velux windows in the bedrooms do not restrict the daylight (they may give some privacy from low flying aircraft) With young children we had to use towels and blankets to darken the rooms. It goes dark well after bedtime in summer in Scotland.

- Mr Phizacklea, July 2018
Mr Shackleton June 2018

“This is the 3rd year in a row I have stayed at this cottage, it’s location is perfect plus ideal off road parking.”

One bed is is annoying because of the sloping roof but the other is a dream.it was nice to sit outside on the bench in the sun and watch the world go by

- Mr Shackleton, June 2018
Mrs Richardson June 2018

“The Kennels was as described in the listing but it is now very faded and tired.”

The description to get from the parking space to the property needs updating as we struggled find it. A local came to our aid and said the same happens all the time. Thank goodness for great neighbours. The bed was extremely uncomfortable which resulted in very poor sleep for the entire 6 nights. The pillows we very badly stained. The sofas in the lounge are very old and uncomfortable. He iron did not work. The dishwasher powder drawer is broken. The kitchen was well equipped and the washing machine was great. The downstairs shower was good. It’s a great location.

- Mrs Richardson, June 2018

Thank you for your feedback. I'm sorry not everything was as you expected. The property was fully repainted in March with a high quality paint. Unfortunately there is no straight forward way to explain the directions to the property however we provide our details so you can call us if you needed any help with this. The bed in our experience is very much down to personal preference so I can only apologise that it wasn't comfortable for you, however we have replaced the pillows as we understand they are not in the best condition so thank you. I'm glad that the rest of your stay was enjoyable and we hope to see you again. Sykes owner relations
Mrs Mclauchlan March 2018

“Great cottage in really good location.”

Very well equipped and efficient heating so very comfortable. The restricted head height upstairs would be a problem if you are tall - not helped by the layout of beds. And also parking is not next to cottage so all luggage has to be carried round.

- Mrs Mclauchlan, March 2018
Mrs Hilton February 2018

“Kennel Cottage is a beautiful cottage located in a beautiful place.”

The local history is very interesting. Local wildlife is abundant and easily spotted. There are great places to eat and drink. The locals are very friendly. We've been before and we'll be back again.

- Mrs Hilton, February 2018
Miss Mcdonald December 2017

“A lovely place to stay.”

Very welcoming-there was even a Christmas tree beautifully decorated when we arrive for the festive period! The property was very clean and had everything we needed. We travelled with a toddler and the property didn’t need any impromptu baby proofing measures! The location is fantastic for exploring the borders and day trips to Edinburgh or the coast.

- Miss Mcdonald, December 2017
Mrs Johnson November 2017

“Cottage was very good overall.”

Clean and tidy with plenty space. Kitchen in particular was exceptionally well equipped. On the downside however there seems to be an airlock problem with the plumbing and we were unable to get hot water in the upstairs bathroom so could not use the bath. The downstairs shower was good. Also, the low sloping roof upstairs caused us problems. We bumped our heads many times getting in and out of bed and it was very diffult to use the upstairs wash basin as the roof sloped down so low over it. The remote control for the DVD player was missing so we had difficulty trying to use it. It was a long carry from the car to the cottage for unloading luggage etc and this would give problems to those with less mobility. Although ideally placed for those wishing to drive around the local area (there are plenty nearby places of interest to visit) it is not suitable for those who wish to arrive, park up and explore totally on foot. We even found it difficult to find somewhere to walk the dog. The local pub, the Buccleuch Arms was exceptional - just a short walk down the path and providing good atmosphere and food.

- Mrs Johnson, November 2017
Mrs Short April 2017

“Nothing to add.”

....thank you

- Mrs Short, April 2017
Mrs Miller March 2017

“We just felt that some of the kitchen crockery and cutlery weren't clean.”

The sink area hadn't been cleaned properly and some of the cooking pans were rusty and unusable. This was a shame as otherwise the cottage was very comfortable.

- Mrs Miller, March 2017
Mrs Forrester September 2016

“Nice comfortable cottage.”

Lovely pub just 2 minutes walk and dog friendly.

- Mrs Forrester, September 2016
Mrs Thoume July 2016

“The location was stunning, the people in the village were very helpful and friendly, and the cottage was very comfortable.”

We really enjoyed our stay, thank you.

- Mrs Thoume, July 2016
Mrs Guceri February 2016

“It was a beautiful cottage.”

It was like home away from home.

- Mrs Guceri, February 2016
Mrs Howson December 2015

“Kennels cottage was so convenient to visit our friends and close to Edinburgh.”

We took the new Borders train into Edinburgh which worked well. Lovely spot and the house is perfect for our needs.

- Mrs Howson, December 2015
Mr Brann May 2015

“Kennels Cottage was very comfortable.”

It was very central for the shops, buses and walks.

- Mr Brann, May 2015
Mrs Barratt April 2015

“A very relaxing break, just what we needed.”

The cottage was comfortable and better than expected. A real home from home.

- Mrs Barratt, April 2015
Miss Franks March 2015

“Cottage was very warm and comfortable with all the home comforts included.”

It was well presented with a good layout and nice light and airy rooms.

- Miss Franks, March 2015
Mrs Jackson September 2014

“An excellently equipped cottage, thoroughly enjoyed our stay.”

It was central for all the surrounding places to visit in the borders. Nice pub/restaurant within a few minutes walk.

- Mrs Jackson, September 2014
Mrs Peet May 2014

“A lovely little cottage, we felt very at home there and the neighbours were very friendly.”

- Mrs Peet, May 2014
Mrs Holmes March 2014

“We have a small dog and the proximity to an excellent selection of nearby walking areas was a great advantage.”

Also, the location of this cottage so close to everything you need made it a place we intend to visit again in the near future.

- Mrs Holmes, March 2014
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About the property

An immaculately-presented end-terrace cottage on the outskirts of the attractive Scottish Borders town of St Boswells.

Formerly the kennels for the country estate, this St Boswells cottage has been lovingly converted to provide comfortable accommodation for a couple or families looking for an excellent base to explore this beautiful part of Scotland.

This St Boswells cottage has a double bedroom, and also a twin, which can be a double on request.

The ground floor accommodation comprises a shower room, a comfortable sitting room and a fitted kitchen with dining area.

To the front of this St Boswells cottage is a small garden with seating, the perfect place to relax and enjoy the open view across the cricket field.

St Boswells provides a full range of local facilities including shops and pubs.

An ideal base for exploring, this St Boswells cottage is close to four famous abbeys, attractive Borders towns and spectacular scenery with golf, walking, fishing and cycling in plentiful supply.

A beautiful St Boswells cottage to be enjoyed throughout the year.

Summary

Two bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x twin (zip/link, can be super king-size double on request)
Bathroom with bath, hand-held shower, basin and WC
Ground floor shower room with shower, basin and WC
Kitchen with dining area
Sitting room.
Gas central heating
Electric oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, TV with Freeview, DVD, CD, WiFi, selection of books, games and DVDs
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Cot and highchair on request
Parking for 2 cars: 150 yards away from the property
Small front lawned garden with furniture
One well-behaved dog welcome
Sorry, no smoking
Shop 3 mins walk, pub 1 min walk.

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About the location

ST BOSWELLS

Melrose 5 miles; Kelso 10 miles.

St Boswells sits on the south of the River Tweed in the Scottish Borders. There is much evidence of Roman occupation, dating from almost two thousand years ago. Today, St Boswells is known for being on the route of St Cuthbert’s Way, the long distance path from Melrose Abbey to the Holy Island of Lindisfarne. The village boasts a hotel, café, several shops, post office, butcher and a garage. As well as spectacular salmon and brown trout fishing on the River Tweed, the local riverside walks take in attractive scenery. An ideal venue for walkers and cyclists, St Boswells is surrounded by the gorgeous Borders landscape. If you want to venture further afield, Edinburgh is approximately an hour away, as is the Berwickshire coast.

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Reviews

“Pleasant setting, friendly neighbours, pub nearby.”

“Generally the cottage needs a thorough deep clean (especially of the living room carpet) and some maintenance to the bench at the front of the property which was very shaky to the point of being unusable.”

“Lovely warm cottage in good location for exploring the borders.”

“Downstairs perfect, upstairs right hand bedroom needs a clothes rail and take ...”

“Lovely cottage let down by a few things.”

“Bonus was the Tour of Britain cycle race going past the cottage.”

“We had a very enjoyable time in Kennel Cottage.”

“It was a lovely cosy cottage in the heart of easily the best town in the borders.”

“Lovely cottage, great quiet location.”

“A quaint cottage in a lovely village .”

“The cottage was perfect.”

“This cottage was everything we would have expected and more.”

“Hot water, heating and everything you need.”

“House was nice and clean and so good to arrive to find home made scones, butter and jam on the table and milk in the fridge.”

“Nothing at all had a great stay enjoyed everything.”

“I’ll is an excellent base for exploring Scotland and the Buccleuch arms is a fantastic pub.”

“This property is in a quiet and peaceful area and is centrally located for the cycle routes as just off the A68, which we enjoyed using.”

“1) The "combi" boiler is old and noisy.”

“This is the 3rd year in a row I have stayed at this cottage, it’s location is perfect plus ideal off road parking.”

“The Kennels was as described in the listing but it is now very faded and tired.”

“Great cottage in really good location.”

“Kennel Cottage is a beautiful cottage located in a beautiful place.”

“A lovely place to stay.”

“Cottage was very good overall.”

“Nothing to add.”

“We just felt that some of the kitchen crockery and cutlery weren't clean.”

“Nice comfortable cottage.”

“The location was stunning, the people in the village were very helpful and friendly, and the cottage was very comfortable.”

“It was a beautiful cottage.”

“Kennels cottage was so convenient to visit our friends and close to Edinburgh.”

“Kennels Cottage was very comfortable.”

“A very relaxing break, just what we needed.”

“Cottage was very warm and comfortable with all the home comforts included.”

“An excellently equipped cottage, thoroughly enjoyed our stay.”

“A lovely little cottage, we felt very at home there and the neighbours were very friendly.”

“We have a small dog and the proximity to an excellent selection of nearby walking areas was a great advantage.”

About the property

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About the location

ST BOSWELLS