Guests say
Courtyard House in Kelso is praised for its peaceful and beautiful setting, spacious interiors, and warm, welcoming atmosphere. Guests appreciate the well-equipped accommodation, comfortable beds, and the convenience for exploring the Scottish Borders and Northumberland. The owners are frequently described as friendly and helpful. While most reviews are positive, a few guests noted areas for improvement, such as cleanliness, maintenance, and the quality of the welcome hamper. Overall, the property offers a relaxing and enjoyable stay in a lovely rural location.
Several guests found the property clean and well maintained, but some mentioned the need for a deep clean, unswept patio, and improvements to certain areas. Feedback is mixed, with most guests satisfied but a few noting issues.
The location is consistently praised as peaceful, beautiful, and convenient for exploring the surrounding region. Guests highlight the tranquil countryside and proximity to Kelso and local attractions.
Most guests found the house comfortable, warm, and quiet, with particular mention of comfy beds and spacious living areas. However, a few reviews noted the need for a new bed and better lighting.
The property is described as well equipped and spacious, with a large garden and good bathrooms. Some guests, however, reported broken items, a kitchen in need of refit, and maintenance issues.
Several guests appreciated the welcome basket and the friendly, helpful owners. However, some found the welcome hamper disappointing compared to expectations. Please note that gifts such as welcome baskets are not guaranteed.
About this property
Courtyard House is a restored wing of a large Victorian farmhouse. Tastefully renovated to a high standard while maintaining many of the original features. Set in a beautiful rural location just south east of Kelso.
Tastefully renovated wing of a large Victorian farmhouse, although Courtyard House is an attached wing of the farmhouse, it is set in its own private lawn garden within 470 acres of Holefield Farm. Inside they have preserved many of the original features, an atmospheric dining room with exposed stone wall and flagstone flooring. The bedrooms are spacious still with the original fireplaces, and each boasts its own en-suite bathroom.
Set in a beautiful rural location seven miles South East of Kelso. You can escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and relax in privacy but without being totally isolated. It is the perfect base to explore everything the area has to offer. From the spectacular Cheviots hills and national park to the interesting coastline of East Lothian and North Northumberland as well as the historical Borders market towns seeped in history.
Additional Information:
Two well behaved dogs welcome (small additional charge).
Travel cot available on request. Fitted stair gate at the bottom of the stairs.
Original fireplaces in bedrooms (not in use).
Friday arrivals are preferred. If you would like to arrive on another day of the week please enquire with our bookings team by calling 01386 897150 or emailing info@ruralretreats.co.uk. Arrivals on other days of the week are provisional until confirmed with the owner.
Reviews (9)
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Confirmed Guest
Comfortable, but shower needs safety handle, and non slip mats. Welcome hamper disappointing, not usual Rural Retreat standards
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Confirmed Guest
Property needed upgrade: Many broken items, kitchen needs refit. Deep clean needed. Bed needs replacing. Patio filthy and unswept. Very dark house. Not good value ie over priced ! Not the standard of property we would expect from Rural Retreats. Some good things ie bathrooms, space, welcome pack, but regret overall disappointment.
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Confirmed Guest
A beautiful house in a peaceful and stunning location. Also convenient to explore Scotland, the Scottish Borders and Northumberland. Very well equipped. The owner also very welcoming. Would highly recommend.