A beautifully-presented farm cottage, Whitemire Cottage is ready to let for the first time following an extensive renovation programme. The stunning interior is an eclectic and unusual fusion of traditional country cottage with an Indian twist, as a result of the owners fantastic attention to detail and fabulous collection of objets d'art sourced on their travels to India.

The accommodation has a boutique feel to it offering the luxurious touches one would expect from a top class hotel with Egyptian cotton bed linen, fluffy white towels and complimentary toiletries. All ‘mod cons' are provided including a very-well equipped kitchen, Wi Fi and a large flatscreen TV with Sky and surround sound.

Outside the charming, cottage garden is a lovely, peaceful spot to relax and enjoy the views across fields to the hills beyond.

If you can bring yourself to leave the house, many more delights are in store. The cottage is close to the pretty village of Allanton which boasts the award-winning Allanton Inn. The charming market town of Duns nearby is well worth a visit and includes a museum dedicated to local motor racing legend Jim Clark. Also close is Manderston, said to be the perfect example of an Edwardian country house and home to the only silver-staircase in the world, extensive "downstairs" domestic quarters, 56 acres of formal gardens with magnificent stables and a stunning marble dairy.

A wee bit further down the rod Kelso remains one of the most attractive and unspoilt towns in the Borders, famous for the majestic Floors Castle and its Flemish-style cobbled square which plays host to a monthly farmer's market. The town is home to a fine selection of local shops and galleries and excellent pubs and restaurants. You can enjoy another good choice of eateries in the beguiling town of Melrose pretty, as well as narrow streets with unusual boutiques, traditional food shops and the evocative ruins of Melrose Abbey.

Feeling energetic? The immediate area provides excellent walking, cycling and riding along dedicated routes including the Border Loop and Southern Upland Way. Whitemire Cottage also provides an excellent base for fishing parties with the River Whiteadder nearby offering some excellent and reasonably-priced fishing and the famous River Tweed also within easy reach.

The area is a golfer's paradise with 16 courses within a 30 mile radius, ranging from challenging PGA Championship courses, to picturesque links and parkland courses to suit all standards. The renowned East Lothian courses of Dunbar, Gullane, Muirfield and North Berwick are also within a day trip distance.

Edinburgh is an easy day trip by car or 45 minutes on the train from Berwick.

Floor Plans

Floorplans for Whitemire Cottage will be available soon. In the meantime, please contact us if you have any queries in relation to the layout of the accommodation.

Sitting room with decorative open fire, large, flatscreen TV with Freeview, surround sound and MP3 plug in and Wi Fi.

Open plan kitchen and dining area (seats 6). The kitchen is well equipped with double oven, four ring hob, large fridge / freezer and dishwasher.

Utility / bootroom with ample space for storage of outdoor clothing and equipment and washing machine.

Bedroom one with 5' double bed and en suite shower room (walk in shower, whb and WC).

Bedroom two with 5' double bed and idock.

Bedroom three with two 3' beds, large walk-in wardrobe and idock.

Family bathroom with large bath, walk in shower, whb and WC. Fluffy white towels and complimentary toiletries are provided.

Garden and grounds

To the front of the cottage is a fully-enclosed gravelled seating area and garden with views across fields to the hills beyond. To the rear of the cottage is an unenclosed, partly-wooded garden.

Parking

There is private parking for two cars to the side of the house.

Catering and housekeeping

Whitemire Cottage can be let on a pure self-catering basis or treat yourself to a proper rest and book a cook (either full time or for the occasional, special meal) or homemade meals delivered to the house. Alternatively, we offer a food-shopping and wine delivery service. Daily housekeeping is also available. Please contact us for further details.

Facilities for babies

A travel cot and high chair are available on request.