Goose Cottage
Built from traditional stone and set on a working farm, complete with white geese pottering around the garden, Goose Cottage is the epitome of rural charm. Yet it also boasts elegant, spacious interiors and fabulous contemporary bathrooms, making it the perfect option for families without compromise on sophisticated design.
Guests reach Goose Cottage by following a long, tree-lined road flanked by farmland. Stepping into this homely stone cottage, they first discover the welcoming sitting room, whose restrained colour palette places the focus on a pretty portrait of a white goose and the wood-burning stove set beneath a custom-made Lime timber mantel, repurposed from a wind-felled tree on the farm. A separate snug, which also features a wood burner and large L-shaped leather sofa, is the perfect spot for relaxed family evenings, or for settling the children in front of the television while the adults enjoy the peace of the elegant sitting room.
A large kitchen with inky blue units and an electric range cooker shares a light-filled room with the dining area, which features a rustic-chic wooden dining table for six and leads out into the enclosed garden for easy al fresco dining. The garden bounds onto the surrounding farmland and the owners of Goose Cottage will happily show guests around their working farm, introducing them to the resident horses, lambs and chickens, not forgetting those curious white geese of course!
The ground floor, which is warmed entirely by underfloor heating, further boasts an impressive wet room, encased in stone tiles with a rainforest shower and separate basin and loo.
Moving upstairs, there’s a stylish family bathroom with crisp white tiles and slate grey units and three bedrooms. Each set under the cottage’s sloping eaves, there’s a master bedroom with a king-size bed, a pretty twin bedroom, and a children’s bedroom with a bunk bed and pull-out truckle bed. Youngsters will love the delightful children’s reading nook and play area on the hallway here, complete with a fur rug and bean bags.
Ideally placed to explore the nearby towns of Berwick-upon-Tweed and Kelso, Goose Cottage also offers plenty in the way of doorstep entertainment. There’s the farm to explore (although please note children must be supervised when adventuring outside of the enclosed garden); strolls, fishing and picnics on the banks of Whiteadder river; and country walks and bicycle rides starting from the farm.
Property Layout
GROUND FLOOR
Access into a large sitting room with two large sofas, armchair, wood burner (with supply of logs provided). Please note there is no TV in this room, however, there is a TV located in the snug which also sits on the ground floor.
Inner hall with bench seat and hanging rail.
Kitchen with dining area seating six guests, Belling electric range cooker with grill, double oven and warming drawer, five-ring ceramic hob with warming plate, large fridge / freezer, washer / dryer, dishwasher, microwave, Magimix Nespresso coffee machine, wine fridge. Access door to the rear enclosed garden.
Large ground floor wet room with rainforest head shower and separate mixer, basin and WC.
Snug with corner sofa, wall-mounted Smart TV, wood burner (with supply of logs provided).
FIRST FLOOR
Upper hall with two beanbags for children, play tent and a small selection of games and toys.
Bedroom one with king size bed, side tables, chest of drawers, hanging rail with hangers.
Bedroom two with 3' twin beds, side tables, chest of drawers, hanging rail with hangers.
Bedroom three with children's bunk beds, with a separate pull-out truckle bed (only suitable for children).
Family bathroom with bath and separate shower tap mixer, basin and WC.
OUTSIDE
There is a large enclosed lawned garden with patio area. This bounds onto farmland and a working farm. This has garden furniture and a fire pit. A gas barbecue is available.
There is ample parking in the driveway for 2-3 cars.
Location
The charming market town of Duns is just 5 miles from the property, offering a good range of small-town shopping including a butcher, bakery, country and fishing store, a small Co-op supermarket, as well as a small selection of local gift and coffee shops. The Jim Clark Motorsport Museum in Duns has been recently revamped and is dedicated to the life and career of racing driver Jim Clark. The museum includes a unique collection of 100 trophies and memorabilia.
In the rural hamlet of Abbey St Bathans (9 miles), The Woodlands Cafe offer great brunch and lunch menus and a selection of sweet treats (Saturday and Sunday only). There are lovely walks in this area too so it's the perfect place to stop for lunch or a coffee and cake afterward.
The historic town of Kelso sits 20 miles from the property, where you can relax and watch the world go by in one of the many cafes, delicatessens or tea rooms, while in Berwick-upon-Tweed (13 miles), you'll find a selection of larger supermarkets, including a Marks & Spencer food outlet. There's also a good selection of cafes, pubs and restaurants, including the very popular Maltings Kitchen with adjoining arts and theatre venue. Head to the quayside and you can purchase lobster, scallops or wild Scottish salmon fresh from the day’s catches from the Berwick Shellfish Company or order direct to have a perfect seafood platter delivered to your holiday home.
For eating out, the Inn at Allanton (3 miles) or the Wheatsheaf Hotel at Swinton (9 miles) are both renowned for serving dishes full of fresh local flavours amidst relaxed, convivial surroundings. Alternatively, for a perfect pint and lovely ambient surroundings, the newly refurbished Cross Inn at Paxton (9 miles) is developing a super reputation for its excellent local menu and friendly atmosphere, or why not try the Collingwood Arms at Cornhill-on-Tweed (15 miles), which is an elegant setting for lingering lunches or fine evening dining.
Amenities
- Allows babies in armsUp to 12 months.
- Allows children1 - 16 years.
- Barbecue
- Bath
- CotA full size cot is available. Bedding is not supplied.
- Dog friendlyTwo well-behaved dogs are welcome (£15 fee per dog). Dogs must be kept to the uncarpeted areas of the property and are not permitted on the soft furnishings or upstairs in the bedrooms. The garden is enclosed with the five bar fencing which is secured with chicken wire, however it is important to note that Goose Cottage sits on a working farm with farm animals and livestock directly outside the cottage and in the adjoining fields. It is essential that dogs are closely supervised and under control at all times.
- Enclosed garden
- Fire pit
- HairdryerHairdryers are provided in the two main bedrooms.
- HeatingThe ground floor benefits from underfloor heating throughout, with central heating through the first floor. There are wood burning stoves in the sitting room and the snug.
- Highchair
- Linen & towels providedThe duvets are duck down and the pilllows are hypoallergenic. The owners can accommodate other requirements on request.
- Open fire/ Woodburning stoveLogs supplied.
- Outside space
- Stairgate
- Wi-FiWi-Fi is available at speeds of around 20MB. Mobile reception is generally good with O2 and Vodafone offering the best coverage.
All Amenities
Dog Friendly
Important Information
The garden is enclosed, however it is important to note that Goose Cottage sits on a working farm and as such, there will be large farm vehicles and farm machinery in use in the immediate area. Children should be closely supervised at all times. There are plenty of farm and baby animals, including geese, chickens and horses to be seen through the course of the year and the owners would be delighted to arrange a farm tour on request when timing permits.
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: SB00992F. The current EPC rating for this property is band C, a copy of the certificate can be found here.
Arrival time: 4pmDeparture time: 10am
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