The normal tariff for this week is £475. The last minute rate is £175 and includes utilities and bedding. Last day cleaning service available if required.

Stable Yard Cottage was originally built as part of the accommodation of an old coaching inn in 1830. The cottage has been sympathetically restored and furnished in a pleasing mix of contemporary and period styles which makes it warm, homely and spacious. In particular the upstairs seems more like a house than a cottage, as there is masses of room with both a big bathroom and an excellent shower room. Downstairs in the well equipped modern kitchen you can try your hand at the two oven Aga or fall back on the combi microwave - either will produce great results. The living room is perfect for all the family to gather in, to enjoy the evening warmth of the wood burning stove, watch the television or browse the internet using the free WiFi.

The cottage is in a privatel and secluded position in Greenlaw village, the Scottish Borders, and has charming southerly country views from every room across Blackadder River to Greenlaw Mill Farm and beyond to Catmoss Hill. It is within a minute's stroll of the centre of the village and yet is as quiet and rural as a country cottage. In front is a small enclosed private garden, a sheltered sun trap with furniture for an impromtu alfresco meal and guests are also welcome to relax in the larger adjacent grounds of Castletoun House.

Inside you will find a good selection of books and games, a barbecue and picnic set. More modern entertainments include a large flat screen TV with freeview, DVD, free Wi-Fi access and a CD/tuner.

Please note we ask all guests not to smoke in the cottage.

Locally:
Greenlaw village, pop.600, 1 church, 2 pubs, post office, butcher, chemist, mini market and bank, children's playground, all within three minutes walk.
More than 10 major Historic Houses and Castles within about 30 minutes drive.
Edinburgh, one hour away, Alnwick and Holy Island little more.
Golf, horse riding, shooting and fishing all available close by (Tweed and Teviot within 15 minutes).
Sailing. Lovely gardens to visit, Great cycling area, good walking, close to Southern Upland Way, beach walks 35 minutes away, Bird watching, Award winning restaurants in Kelso and Duns (each 8 miles).
Cottage also good for sitting in for a week doing nothing!

Payment terms: Rent plus £75 returnable good-housekeeping deposit payable on arrival.

See the cottage website www.castletoun.co.uk

Contact details

• Email: mattgibb@tiscali.co.uk
• Phone: Matthew Gibb 07768 806802
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