Old Mill Cottage is set in a peaceful location five miles from Kelso in idyllic rural surroundings including its own mill pond.
In idyllic rural surroundings
This pretty cottage sits in a large private garden, with a terrace, outside seating area, and a wonderful aspect across the mill pond to the river and open countryside beyond. The mill pond and river are home to a variety of wildlife including otters, deer, badgers, kingfishers, dippers and herons.
The well-presented, cosy interior has been fully renovated to a high standard throughout and comprises a large, open plan ground floor with a kitchen and dining area, a seating area with a log burner and French doors to the terrace.
The first floor accommodation comprises a double and twin bedroom and a bathroom. An additional single bed for a child is available on request.
GROUND FLOOR
Open-plan living area comprising:
Fully equipped kitchen area with 5 ring gas hob, oven, microwave, dishwasher, large fridge / freezer and washing machine. A chest freezer is also available for guest's use.
Dining area seats 6.
Cosy seating area with wood burner with logs provided, TV with Freeview and DVD, iDock, CD player and radio, books and games. French doors lead from the seating area to the terrace.
Cloakroom and large storage cupboard.
FIRST FLOOR
Bedroom one with 6' king size bed, large wardrobe, dressing table and views over the mill pond.
Bedroom two with two 3' beds, wardrobe, TV with video player and children's books and games. A third single bed in bedroom two can be made available to accommodate a child. This bed can be made up on request, there is a £25 charge to cover laundry.
Family bathroom with bath with shower over, basin and WC.
OUTSIDE
Old Mill Cottage sits in a large, private garden, with a terrace for outside seating and dining. The garden area enjoys views across the mill pond to the river and open countryside beyond. A charcoal barbecue is provided.
PARKING
There is ample private parking.
BABIES & CHILDREN
A travel cot with bedding and highchair are available. Guests with young children should be aware that the mill pond is unfenced.
DOGS
Regretfully Old Mill Cottage is unsuitable for pets.
GUEST AMENITIES
High quality linen and towels and luxury toiletries are provided for all guests.
WI-FI & MOBILE COVERAGE
Wi-Fi is available. Mobile coverage is good on most networks.
HEATING
Old Mill Cottage has oil central heating in addition to the wood burner in the lounge. Logs are provided.
FISHING ON SITE
The Kale Water which runs close to the cottage also provides an opportunity for guests to try their hand at fishing. In addition to the late autumn run of salmon, there are excellent opportunities for trout fishing throughout the season. The owner is a keen fisherman and is happy to escort guests and provide instruction and tackle for a small fee. There is more ‘serious' fishing available on the Teviot and the renowned middle Tweed beats all of which are within a ten minute drive of the cottage.
GUEST PRIVACY
The owner's house is close by and they are on hand to assist guests with any queries. The accommodation has been arranged to ensure guest's privacy; the two properties are entirely separate and screened by trees and hedges. The rear of Old Mill Cottage, including the rear garden and mill pond, is entirely private.
SHORT-TERM LETS LICENSING
Scottish short-term lets licence number: SB00453F
The current EPC rating for this property is band D
