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15% discount on remaining stays between 26th April to 31st May 2024 (7 night stays).
Overview
With its magnificent viewpoint overlooking the gentle curve of the River Tweed, Hamilton House casts an impressive stance, beautifully balancing comfort, elegance and fine country living for the ultimate holiday indulgence.
A perfect river setting for rest, relaxation and calming contentment
From the large garden you can while-away the hours watching the river and its inhabitants including deer, otter and a wide variety of birdlife, while a nearby path has direct access down to the river and a network of tranquil walks.
The difference here is in the detail, reflecting both the impeccable taste of the owner and the inspirational sights and colours of the area. The interior has a wonderful country-house feel, balanced with timeless designs which celebrate the work of young and emerging artists.
A particular highlight is the cosy drawing room with open fire and double doors leading to a patio seating area with superb river views. This includes a calming colour scheme in chalk white and duck egg blue, with statement feature walls in Harvest Hare by award winning designer Mark Hearld and artworks by illustrator Emily Sutton.
The formal dining room benefits from captivating river views, an open fire and warming sisal flooring, while the well equipped dining kitchen is presented in a traditional shaker style, leading into a utility and boot room which is ideal for fishing gear and outdoor kit, not forgetting the furry members of the party of course!
The three double bedrooms all benefit from high quality 5’ king size beds with signature headboards from the design houses of St. Jude’s, Cabbages & Roses and the Silk Bureau, while super artworks by local artist Sue Fenlon, Angie Lewin and Mark Hearld complete the overall look.
Outdoors, you can relax with a refreshing Pimms outside the cedar clad drawing room and with the River Tweed as the stunning backdrop, you may just find it very hard to leave!
Dog Park
All Milne Graden properties benefit from use of the Tails of the Tweed Dog Park in the estate’s former Victorian kitchen garden. Sitting on the route of the mapped walks which run around the estate, this bright, sunny spot is a perfect space for relaxation while your furry friend can play and run freely within the safety of this enclosed space. A range of dog agility obstacles and toys are sure to add some extra fun!
Property details
Ground floor
The sitting room commands fabulous views of the river and has direct access to the garden. There is an open log fire (ample supply of logs provided), and flat screen TV with Freeview.
Situated between the kitchen and sitting room is the dining room with seating for 6 guests. This room also has superb river views and an open fire.
The kitchen has informal dining space for six guests. It is decorated in traditional Shaker style with neutral tones throughout, natural tiled floor and oak work surfaces. It is fully equipped with a stainless steel electric oven and hob, dishwasher, a large fridge/freezer, microwave, washing machine with dryer and plenty of storage space.
Accessed directly from the back door, the warm, tiled utility room is ideal for dogs and storing and drying fishing kit and outdoor clothing.
Bedroom one with 5' king size bed, dressing table, wardrobes and views of the River Tweed.
En-suite bathroom with bath with handheld shower attachment, WC and basin.
First floor
Bedroom two with 5' king size bed, dressing table, wardrobes and views of the River Tweed.
En-suite bathroom with large shower, WC and basin.
Bedroom three with 5' king size bed, dressing table, wardrobes and views of the River Tweed.
Family bathroom with bath with handheld mixer shower, WC and basin.
Outside
To the front of the house is a large, open lawned garden leading down to the river. Please note, a barbecue is not provided at this cottage and the use of barbecues is not permitted anywhere on the estate.
Parking
There is a gravelled area with parking for at least three cars.
ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGING
For safety reasons, we do not permit electric vehicle or hybrid car charging at this property. If you’re travelling by EV, discover your nearest electric vehicle charging point here.
Babies & Children
A travel cot and highchair are available on request.
Dogs & Other Pets
Two dogs are welcome at Hamilton House with a charge of £25 per dog. Dogs must be kept to the downstairs, uncarpeted areas of the house. Cats are unfortunately not permitted.
Guest amenities
All bed linen is the highest quality 100% Egyptian cotton. Towels are provided. A hairdryer is provided in each bedroom.
Any requests for additional mid-week housekeeping and linen changes require at least 14 days notification and are subject to additional cost.
Wi-Fi & Mobile Coverage
Wi-Fi is available at the property but please note this can be slow and intermittent due to the rural location. Mobile reception is generally good. There is a landline available which can be used for incoming calls or emergency outgoing calls.
Heating
Hamilton House has electric radiators in addition to the open fire in the sitting room. An ample supply of logs is provided. Additional logs can be purchased from local service stations in Coldstream or Berwick-upon-Tweed.
Fishing on site
Salmon fishing is available on the Milne Graden Beat on the River Tweed. This is organised through FBR Seed.
- Email FBR Seed
Trout fishing is organised through Coldstream & District Angling Association.
Guest Privacy
Hamilton House sits in a hamlet with three other properties - School House sleeping 6, Tweedside sleeping 4 and Swan's Nest sleeping 4. Hamilton House is detached.
Additional Accommodation
For guests looking to holiday together, there are three other properties making up the hamlet of Sunnyside - School House sleeping 6, Swan's Nest sleeping 4 and Tweedside sleeping 4.
There are also three other properties on the estate - Garden House sleeping 4+2, Park End sleeping 2, West Lodge sleeping 2 and North Lodge sleeping 2.
SHORT-TERM LETS LICENSING
Scottish short-term lets licence number: Pending
The current EPC rating for this property is band G, a copy of the certificate can be found here.
Location
Head to Norham (4 miles) for a fantastic selection of quality local produce, including meats, pies, and cheeses from Foreman’s, or the Cornhill Village Shop (5 miles) for coffee, cake and scrummy picnic lunches. It is also home to the highly regarded Collingwood Arms for elegant evening dining, or a short drive will take you to the Allanton Inn (6 miles) which has a superb reputation for serving excellent locally sourced food amidst relaxed, convivial surroundings.
Alternatively, Coldstream is a quaint but bustling little town with a rich history sitting on the north side of the River Tweed right on the Scottish/English Border. The shopping here is small and friendly with a good mix of independent outlets running the length of the High Street, including a family butchers, bakery and small Co-op supermarket for holiday essentials, as well as a super art gallery and interiors shop for lifestyle gifts and accessories.
More extensive shopping, restaurants and amenities can be found in the picturesque town of Kelso (12 miles) which is also home to the 12th Century Abbey, Floors Castle, the Roxburghe Championship Golf Course and National Hunt Racing.
Activities
With the Tweed on the doorstep, this is an ideal base for fishing parties. The estate’s own beat which is available to guests at additional cost (subject to availability) extends to about 1.4 miles of single bank fishing. Milne Graden is primarily a salmon beat but has good runs of grilse and sea trout through the summer months. Other prime beats include Tillmouth, Lennel, Ladykirk and The Lees. If you can tear yourself away from the view, the local area has plenty of other delights in store.
The local area is packed with interest. Hike through the Cheviot Hills or stroll across stunning beaches. Go kite-surfing or coastal kayaking. Marvel at the silver staircase at Manderston House. Take a boat trip to the Farne Islands, home to thousands of seabirds and a grey seal colony. Or treat yourself to lunch at the Terrace Café at Floors Castle, nominated as one of the top ten cafés in Scotland.
From here you can explore a historic landscape, punctuated by imposing castles like Floors, Bamburgh, Dunstanburgh, Thirlestane and Alnwick, the evocative ruins of abbeys at Kelso, Melrose and Dryburgh and stately mansions at nearby Paxton, Manderston and Mellerstain. Head to the coast for miles of golden sands and secluded rocky coves. Some of our favourite spots are the stunning beach at Bamburgh, the magnificent views from the cliffs at St Abb’s Head and the mystical Holy Island of Lindisfarne.
On the way home, pop in for a pint of local ale at The Black Bull at Etal, Northumberland’s only thatched pub. Or let us arrange for dinner to be delivered to you, light the fire, pour yourself a glass of something nice and relax.
Edinburgh is only an hour’s drive or 45 minutes on the train from nearby Berwick upon Tweed.
C&C experiences
We invite you to enjoy the most coveted and exclusive local experiences available in the North of England and the South of Scotland on your next Crabtree & Crabtree adventure.
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Children and families
Here at Crabtree & Crabtree, we like to think we’ve pulled together some rather nifty ideas to keep tots to teens happy and entertained during your stay.
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Fishing
Welcome to the realm of the king of fish, the mighty River Tweed. Every year thousands of Atlantic Salmon make their way up river, an annual odyssey that is one of nature's miracles.
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Walking
From the lush green uplands to shimmering sea, the area boasts a hugely diverse and enticing landscape that is perfect for exploring on foot. From gentle rambles to long-distance hikes, there are a vast array of trails and waymarked routes for newbie walkers or experienced alike.
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Cycling & mountain biking
Whether you ride fast or slow, on-road or off-road, there is something uniquely special about enjoying some outdoor time on two wheels. Here in the region we have something for everyone from high-energy mountain biking blasts to gentle forest paths the whole family can enjoy.
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Golf
There are 40 golf courses in Northumberland, and another 21 in the Scottish Borders offering visitors an incredibly wide and varied range of golfing options.
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Historic houses and castles
With more stately homes, castles and historic sites here than you can shake a proverbial stick at, visitors are quite simply spoilt for choice.
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Wildlife
Our region is home to outstanding scenery which boasts emerald forests, pristine lochs and rivers, heathery hillsides, sweeping moorlands as well as a picture perfect coastline.
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Ancestral history research
Crabtree & Crabtree know that tracing the history of your family can be a wonderful journey of discovery. Here are our top tips for starting your family tree.
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Shooting
For sheer variety alone Northumberland and the Scottish Borders are irresistible to any gun.
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Adventure Sports
If you love a challenge or just crave a little excitement away from the day-to-day bustle of working life, we have lots to offer - whether it be watery pursuits, muddy blasts or thrill seeking, adrenaline-charged adventures.
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Additional housekeeping
Award yourself a real break and let us provide a pair (or more) of helping hands.
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Dog sitting
Our experienced dog sitters will look after your furry friends whilst you are out exploring.
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Holiday photography
Family holidays, reunions and honeymoons kindle priceless moments that deserve preserving.
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Wine delivery
Crabtree & Crabtree have teamed up with Corney & Barrow one of the longest established independent Wine Merchants in the UK to offer a bespoke service.
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“We have very much enjoyed our time here : welcoming, comfortable and very well presented.”
Daffern Party - May 2023"My wife’s family has been coming to Hamilton house and various other locations with Crabtree & Crabtree for years. Last year me and my wife took our daughter and dog and had an amazing time, spending our days out adventuring along the tweed, then to come back to the cottage to sit by the fire. We loved our stay that much we've done it again this year, with a baby who’s turned in to a toddler, this was the best place to bring her to let off some steam. She loved waking up to the sound of the birds and going to the window to look at the sheep in the field. The cottage has everything a family of all ages need, highchair, cot if needed, cooking appliances. One of the nicest touches we particularly like is the dog items and the food parcel which was left. We have now made this an annual trip where we can escape from reality. 5/5 across every aspect."
Bibbey Family - February 2023"A lovely stay at the beautiful and well appointed house. Many thanks!"
Cameron Family, August 2022"High standard of cleanliness. Excellent, very comfortable and spacious. Views are amazing!"
Mr Lilley, July 2022"We’ve had a wonderful week in the beautiful Hamilton House, so peaceful, an idyllic place to relax."
Ms Woods, July 2022"We really enjoyed our stay, the house is beautiful and very well maintained."
Mr Pearce, July 2022“The view sells this house, lovely living room.”
Mrs Scott, April 2022“Retreat Rest & Revive - Yes we did!”
East Party, March 2022"Fabulous! After two COVID-19 related postponements it was the beautiful reunion we had hoped for - perfectly facilitated at Hamilton House. An awesome location to see in 2022. Thank you for having us once again! - see you in June."
Mr & Mrs Dixon, December 2021"Couldn’t have asked for more on our holiday in the Scottish Borders. The house was comfortable and well equipped, not to mention the breathtaking beauty of the setting! We hope to come back."
Mr Gurria, August 2021"The setting is breathtaking - so beautiful! The house is stylish, elegant and comfortable and welcoming - we would come back!"
Mr Badley, August 2021"We had an excellent time. Beautiful house and wonderful location. Highly recommended."
Mrs Davies, July 2021"We have lost count of how many times we have returned to Milne Graden. It really is a magical place to stay, tucked away from all the stresses of life. You have thought of everything - thank you!"
Ms Gwatkin, May 2021"We’ve had a wonderful time. Lovely house - a most enjoyable week."
Waters family, October 2020"Fabulous! Wonderful part of the world - we’ll be back."
Upton family, September 2020"Just had an amazing week at Hamilton House. From the moment we walked in we all just loved it. That goes for the 4 year old and the 73 year old!! It just hit the right spot for us all. (3 adults and 2 children)
Memories of early morning walks by the river, the seat by the French doors with wonderful view and watching the fishermen fly fishing; two deer strolling through the garden, and the family of swans on The Tweed! As our 4 year old grandson said, 'I would be extremely happy to live here!' Would love to come back and will certainly recommend to friends. A truly memorable holiday. Thank you."
"Super house and location!"
Mr Marsden, July 2020"We had a super week in Hamilton House, our 4th different property on the Milne Graden Estate booked through you. We were very lucky with the weather and almost felt we were in an 'enchanted' land, with colour in the trees changing daily, and enjoyed making use of the walks from the doorstop. We stopped with our daughter, son-in-law and 2 grandsons for the school holiday week, and nobody wanted to leave at the end of the week and we had to prize ourselves away when we left the estate during the week even.
Thanks again for a lovely holiday, we always know that the standard of accommodation is second to none where you are concerned, and the weather was a bonus!"
"We had a good stay. The house was well equipped, clean and tastefully decorated. The fire was very welcome on the chilly August evening! It was a good centre to visit Seahouses, Beadnell beach, Bamburgh Castle and beach; we even had a day in Edinburgh which was great, catching the train from Berwick."
Percy family, August 2019"We had a wonderful time, this was our 2nd visit to Hamilton House & we still can’t believe what an amazing location it is. We’d have no hesitation in booking Hamilton House again in the future as it’s simply perfect for us & the dogs who loved swimming in the Tweed each day."
Hall family, July 2019"We had a lovely time in a lovely setting."
Robertson family, June 2019"Our 5th stay in Hamilton - excellent as always especially the garden for the toddler."
Mrs Jordan, August 2020Availability
- Strictly only two dogs allowed with a charge of £25 per dog.
- Typical arrival day: Friday, with the additional option of Monday out of high season.
- Arrival time: 4pm
- Departure time: 10am
"The fantastic view of the River Tweed inspired the décor of the sitting room. I selected Harvest Hare wallpaper by Mark Hearld and prints by Emily Sutton."Gina, owner of Hamilton House
