Groom's Cottage

About this property

Chirnside 1 mile.

An attractive semi-detached property in a courtyard setting, in a rural, tranquil location 1 mile from Chirnside. This Chirnside cottage offers welcoming accommodation with an open plan living area, and two light and airy bedrooms. A particular feature of this Chirnside cottage are the large, well established and secluded grounds, complete with small private patio, making this an ideal property for simply relaxing. This location offers some great walking countryside, rolling hills and coastal paths. Nearby Berwick-upon-Tweed has a good selection of inns, shops and eating places. There are splendid golf courses in the vicinity of this Chirnside cottage, and wildlife spectacles nearby such as the Farne Islands, and Bass Rock off the Scottish coast. Holy Island is just over half an hour's drive. If you are looking for an outdoor adventure or just some rest and relaxation for all the family, this property will fit the bill. This Chirnside cottage adjoins Ref 4276, with Ref 4277 across the courtyard, together they accommodate 10. EPC Rating: Band E

The village of Chirnside occupies an elevated position overlooking the River Tweed and offers stunning views across the magnificent Cheviot Hills. A number of interesting landmarks depict the village's long history, including a 16th Century dovecot and a beautiful parish church, believed to date back to the 12th Century. Each summer, the Jim Clark Rally, the only 'closed roads' race on mainland Britain, takes place in and around Chirnside as a memorial to the village's home born champion. Just 9 miles away lies the charming, coastal town of Berwick, boasting narrow streets enclosed within Elizabethan walls, excellent shopping and dining facilities and an interesting arts centre. The local area affords fantastic fishing, golf and riding opportunities and a fun-packed leisure centre, whilst the nearby resort of Spittal offers soft, sandy beaches, ideal for a relaxing afternoon.

Accommodation

Two bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x twin (zip/link, can be double by prior arrangement) with en-suite shower, basin and WC.

Bathroom with bath, hand-held shower, basin and WC.

Open plan living area with small kitchen, dining area and sitting area with electric fire.

Night storage heaters with electric fire.

Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, TV with Freeview, video, DVD, CD/radio, WiFi.

All fuel and power included in rent.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

Cot and highchair.

Off road parking for 2 cars.

Small, enclosed patio with furniture, access to shared grounds.

One well-behaved dog welcome.

Sorry, no smoking.

Shop 1.5 miles, pub 1 mile.

Note: WiFi can be intermittent.

Christmas is quickly approaching and Groom’s Cottage is a wonderful, warm and welcoming cosy space in which to plan your Christmas Shopping.

Edinburgh and Newcastle are easily accessible by car and train and both host wonderful Christmas shopping experiences.

Local towns such as Duns, Kelso, Newton St Boswells, also have hidden gems of boutiques and galleries, perfect for unique gifts.

You can have the best of both worlds, venture out into the bright lights for the day, and then return to the tranquil peace of the cottage for a relaxing evening.

Shopping not your thing? Then escape to Groom’s Cottage for a quiet retreat before the Christmas madness begins!