Orchard Cottage at Braidwood Castle - UK10671
ID: S1328490
- Bedrooms 1
- ・ Sleeps 2
- ・ Pets 2
About this property
Sharing 1½ acres of castle grounds, this delightful cottage makes an enchanting getaway for two people and lies 5 miles from Lanark.. 1 step to entrance.
All on the
Ground Floor:
Living/dining room: Freeview TV, DVD Player, Woodburner
Kitchen: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge, Washing Machine
Bedroom: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Wet Room: Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet.
Electric central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and logs for wood burner included. Travel cot and high chair available on request. Welcome pack.. Large enclosed garden with sitting-out area. 1½-acre natural grounds with lawned areas and orchard (shared with Braidwood Castle ref UK10672). Bike store. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking. Please note: There is a fenced stream in the garden, 20 yards away.. Set in the lovely Clyde Valley, this charming detached stone cottage lies within the enclosed, shared grounds of 500-year-old Braidwood Castle. The castle has been owned by the same family for 350 years, and was built around 1581 as a fortified tower to protect the Douglas family and neighbours from Border Reivers. The south-facing cottage was built as a bothy for the tower, and has been transformed into very comfortable accommodation for two people. The spacious living room has a cosy wood burner and there is a wet room, compact kitchen and a comfortable bedroom. Outside, there is a lawned area around the cottage with garden seating. The orchard and grounds are shared with guests at the castle. There is a soothing sound from the Braidwood Burn (fenced) just below the cottage, and there are walks down to the River Clyde through a network of paths nearby. The central location enables easy access to some wonderful countryside in the Clyde Valley Woodlands National Nature Reserve just north of Lanark, 5 miles, where there are way marked trails to explore. At the unesco New Lanark World Heritage Centre on the magnificent Falls of Clyde, you can discover how life was lived at the beginning of the Industrial Revolution. Enjoy a day in Glasgow which is very easy by train from Carluke. Shop 1 mile, pub and restaurant ¾ mile.
Orchard Cottage at Braidwood Castle can be booked together with Braidwood Castle to accommodate up to 7 guests.
There are steps to the property.
There is open water in the property grounds.
Letting licence No.: SL00061F
Letting licence No.: SL00062F
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Reviews (2)
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Confirmed Guest
Orchard cottage is architecturally beautiful and the tower, which is also on the the same site, is wonderful. The cottages soft furnishings are tired and desperately in need of replacing.We found lots of cobwebs and although we understand that these things happen, it was clear that thorough cleaning had not been carried out in some time. The outdoor area is beautiful but seating, again, is in need of replacement. As a wheelchair user I found the wet room very accessible but reaching the shower head was only possible if you are able to stand. Fortunately, I was able to use the shower and found it in very good working order.The little kitchen is well equipped and was clean.The 4ft 6in bed definitely needs a new mattress but the linen was good quality and clean.The cottages location is not close to shops,restaurants or bars therefore making it difficult to go anywhere without a car. We felt that we had a nice stay and the points I have noted did not impede our enjoyment.In my opinion this cottage would be perfect for walkers or those not as fussy as myself.
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Confirmed Guest
This was my 5th stay. I have emailed owners about a few things. Very secluded, not for single visitors who are nervous of the dark. I love it.