Aikwood Tower
The tower has been lovingly renovated throughout by the current owners to create a unique and fabulously atmospheric home for holidays and special events either on a self-catered or fully-staffed basis.
The interior style is one of understated luxury, remaining perfectly in-tune with the ancient building, whilst sumptuous beds and an array of mod-cons will ensure that all needs are catered for.
There are quirky features at every turn including vaulted stone ceilings, original oak doors, vast stone fireplaces and the delightful Kerry-handed (left turning) spiral staircase which forms the backbone of the tower.
The surrounding countryside is no less impressive. Aikwood Tower is set within the rolling hills and ancient woodlands of the Ettrick and Yarrow valleys with endless opportunities for walking, mountain biking and riding as well as river kayaking.
Keen wildlife watchers and photographers will have no end of possible subjects amongst the abundant local wildlife including the majestic ospreys that have recently returned to the region.
Property Layout
GROUND FLOOR
Entrance hall with vaulted ceiling and magnificent original doors. This provides an excellent space for storing and drying outdoor clothing.
Lower Laich Hall with table tennis table, large table with benches and French doors into the garden. A spacious room ideal for more formal dining and celebratory dinners. The hall also offers ample function space for drinks receptions, intimate wedding receptions and corporate events.
Double cloakroom with WC and basin.
Kitchen with vaulted ceiling, AGA, hot plate, two fridges, toaster, microwave and Nespresso machine.
Adjacent dining area with vaulted ceiling, impressive large oak burr table with seating for 10.
FIRST FLOOR - accessed by the spiral staircase
Laird’s Study with panelled ceiling and wood burning stove offers peace and quiet to catch up with work or enjoy classic gramophone or MP3 recordings.
The Great Hall with an impressive, large open fire offers a comfortable and cosy area for guests to enjoy a glass of wine before dinner, play games or relax with a good book.
Gallery with large TV and DVD player and books. There is an adjoining area fitted with a bar with basin and desk with laptop.
Buccleuch bathroom with roll top bath with shower over, WC, basin and original fireplace.
Buccleuch bedroom with zip and link beds which can be set up as a super king double or twin as preferred, large wardrobe, and original fireplace.
Steel bedroom with zip and link beds which can be set up as a super king double or twin as preferred, original fireplace and staircase.
En-suite bathroom with bath, WC and basin.
Wet room with large rainforest shower head.
Sir Walter Scott bedroom with king size bed and chest of drawers.
En-suite bathroom with roll top bath and handheld shower, WC and basin.
Wizard bedroom with zip and link beds which can be set up as a super king double or twin as preferred and wooden ceiling beams.
En-suite shower room with walk in shower, WC and basin.
FIRST FLOOR - accessed by separate staircase
Harden bedroom with zip and link beds which can be set up as a super king double or twin as preferred.
En-suite bathroom with bath with shower over, WC and basin.
An inflatable child's bed (no charge, suitable for 8/10 year old) and a child's fold-out single bed (£50 fee) can be made available upon request.
OUTSIDE
The front of the tower leads directly to a pretty, southwest facing, walled garden including a sunny terrace for outside dining, croquet lawn and orchard. The garden is fully enclosed and ideal for children to play.There is a large gravelled parking area to the rear of the tower.
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Amenities
- AGA or Everhot stove
- Allows babies in armsUp to 12 months.
- Allows children1 - 16 years. An inflatable child bed (suitable for 8/10 year olds) is available free of charge.
- CotA travel cot is available on request. Travel cot bedding is not supplied.
- Dog friendlyTwo well-behaved dogs are welcome (£20 fee per dog). We would ask that they are kept to the downstairs, uncarpeted areas and off the furniture. Dogs must be kept under control when walking on the wider estate.
- Enclosed garden
- HairdryerA hairdryer is supplied in each bedroom.
- HeatingAikwood Tower has overnight storage heaters with electric heaters in a few rooms. There is also a large open fire in the Great Hall, wood burning stove in the study and the AGA in the kitchen.
- Highchair
- Linen & towels providedBathrobes and slippers are also provided.
- Open fire/ Woodburning stoveLogs are provided.
- Outside space
- Wi-FiThere is Wi-Fi available at Aikwood Tower. The mobile coverage is good outside and on the top floor but can be patchy elsewhere in the tower.
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Important Information
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.
Scottish short-term lets licence number: SB00543F. The current EPC rating for this property is band E, a copy of the certificate can be found here.
Arrival time: 4pm
Departure time: 10am
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