Cairns House
Cairns House has 5 bedrooms, one of which is en suite and two of which have showers and basins in the room. There are two additional family bathrooms and a cloakroom. Two bedrooms offer a single bed for additional guests.
Arriving on the first floor living area via a bespoke glass and oak staircase, leads in to an impressive 54' x 34' open plan living space with opaque glass floors below, magnificent rose-glass windows and a superb vaulted ceiling.
This spectacular space has been carefully designed to maintain the wow-factor whilst creating a functional and cosy living space. Individual living areas offer seamless accommodation ideal for families and large parties who want to be together whilst not being on top of one another. There is a bespoke kitchen complete with breakfast bar, high-tech kitchen wizardry, a more traditional dining area for 12, a games area with pool table and a sitting area with sumptuous sofas, flat screen TV and DVD and state of the art sound system with pre-loaded albums.
The light-filled bedrooms in the main part of the church are furnished in a simple, contemporary style enhanced by light through the opaque floor tiles of the floor above. The substantial master bedroom has its own bathroom complete with designer fittings, argon mood lighting and a state of the art sound system.
The house has a myriad of interesting architectural features and has been featured in a number of architecture and interiors magazines including Grand Designs, Homes and Interiors, and featured on the BBC Homes Live show in 2007. It was described by the Scotsman as “one of the most arresting homes in Scotland”.
From the first floor living area, patio door open onto a cedar clad balcony with fabulous views over the Tweed Valley to the Cheviot Hills beyond. An additional timber decked patio area to the side of the house provides an outside dining area and barbecue for summer dining ‘al fresco'.
The house is well-equipped for younger guests with a pool table and numerous toys and games. Cots and a stair gate are available on request.
Property Layout
GROUND FLOOR
Large atrium/reception area.
Bedroom one with king size bed, double sofa bed, TV.
En suite wet room with large walk in shower, bath, basin and WC.
Bedroom two with double bed.
En suite bathroom with shower and basin.
Bedroom three with double bed.
En suite bathroom with shower and basin.
Bedroom four with double bed and additional 3' single bed.
Bedroom five with double bed and additional 3' single bed.
Family bathroom with bath with shower over, basin and WC.
Family bathroom with bath with shower over, basin and WC.
Laundry room with washing machine and dryer.
Cloakroom with WC and basin.
FIRST FLOOR
Vast open-plan living area includes a cosy seating area, TV with DVD player, Sonos sound system, books and games and doors to balcony.
Fully equipped kitchen with stainless steel and granite worktops, dishwasher, electric hob and oven, microwave, fridge/freezer and additional freezer.
Dining area (seats 12).
Games area with pool table.
OUTSIDE
Wood clad balcony from the first floor living area with views over the Cheviot Hills to the south. Additional timber decked patio area to the side of the house with furniture for outside dining and charcoal barbecue. Small grassed area at the front of the church exclusively for use of guests.There is private parking on the driveway.
Location
Cairns House is situated 3 miles from the delightful, historic town of Kelso, home to the majestic Floors Castle, residence of the Duke of Roxburghe, the championship Roxburghe golf course and the famous race course. Described by Sir Walter Scott as "the most beautiful, if not the most romantic village in Scotland," today the town retains much of its original charm with an interesting range of independent shops including an excellent new deli, butcher, fish monger, baker, galleries, antique shops, country sports as well as a monthly farmer's market. Kelso plays host to a number of events throughout the year including regular National Hunt race meets, the ancient custom of the Common Ridings of the town boundaries and the famous Borders Rugby 7s games.
Kelso is an excellent base for exploring the wider Borders area. The pretty town of Melrose is nearby with its winding streets with antique shops, pubs and restaurants. On the way home, stop off at Mellerstain House, an impressive stately home with a noteworthy art collection. Pop into the 15th Century Smailholm Tower, built to withstand Reivers' raids and offering panoramic views from the top. Or take a detour up to the magnificent Scott's View overlooking the Tweed Valley and Eildon Hills. Scott's horse even stopped out of habit during his own funeral procession. For day trips further afield, the stunning coastline is nearby with endless sandy beaches that remain almost deserted even in the summer months. The magnificent city of Edinburgh is an easy day trip from Kelso, just an hour by car.
The area is a golfer's paradise with 22 courses within a 30 mile radius ranging from challenging PGA Championship courses, to picturesque links and parkland courses to suit all standards. For keen walkers, there are hundreds of miles of quiet countryside to explore on two feet, four hooves or two wheels, from the stunning, sandy beaches on the coast to the heather-clad Cheviot and Lammermuir Hills.
Amenities
- Allows babies in armsUp to 12 months.
- Allows children1 - 16 years.
- Barbecue
- Bath
- CotA travel cot is available on request. Travel cot bedding is not supplied.
- Dog friendlyOne well-behaved dog is welcome (£20 fee). A second dog may be considered on request.
- HairdryerA hairdryer is supplied in the master bedroom.
- HeatingCairns House has underfloor heating which is provided by an oil fired boiler.
- Highchair
- Linen & towels provided
- Outside space
- Snooker/Pool table
- Stairgate
- Wi-FiWi-Fi is available in the property. Mobile signal is generally good.
All Amenities
Dog Friendly
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: SB00866F. 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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