1 Blinkbonny Cottages Melrose, Scottish Borders

Holiday Rental Description

Holiday home
1 Blinkbonny Cottages is a lovely mid 19th century end-terrace cottage situated in the town of St Boswells just five miles from Melrose in the Scottish Borders. The cottage can sleep three people in one king-size double bedroom which can be a 2'6" twin on request and one single bedroom. Also in the cottage is a family bathroom, a kitchen with dining area and a sitting room with woodburner. Outside is roadside parking and a patio with furniture. 1 Blinkbonny Cottages is a delightful cottage from which to tour this amazing part of the country.

Accomodation Details
Two bedrooms: 1 x king-size double (zip/link, advise if you wish beds to be made up to 2'6" twins), 1 x single. Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC. Kitchen with dining area. Sitting room with open fire.

Area
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.

Region
From the lush green farmlands of the Borders to the ruggedness of the Highlands, the Scots are proud of their land and identity. Scotland also has some of Britain's best beaches with glorious stretches of clean sand over which to roam.

Amenities
Gas central heating with open fire. Gas oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, slow cooker,TV with Freeview, DVD, WiFi, selection of books, games and DVDs. Fuel, power and starter pack for fire inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. One dedicated roadside parking space alongside cottage with additional roadside parking nearby. Lockable bike storage for 2 bikes. Private patio garden with furniture. One well-behaved dog welcome. Sorry, no smoking. Shop, pub and River Tweed 2 mins walk. Note: Mobile phone reception can be variable in this property. Note: Care should be taken on the polished wooden stairs. Note: The rear patio is up 4 steps and has a steep drop of 3 feet down to the back door level. Note: No children under 5 years of age. Note: The washing machine has been disconnected and is not available for guests' use.