Hamilton House, Milne Graden
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! Four-legged friends are equally sure to enjoy Milne Graden’s dedicated Tails of the Tweed dog park. The estate’s old walled garden has been transformed into a safe and secure off-lead space for your dogs to exercise and socialise. The park is also home to a variety of fun obstacles, including a seesaw, tunnel, and platform, so you and your pup can try your hand at agility.
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.
Property Layout
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, Nespresso Vertuo Pop Coffee Pod Machine 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.
There is a gravelled area with parking for at least three cars.
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.
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.
Amenities
- Allows babies in armsUp to 12 months.
- Allows children1 - 16 years.
- Bath
- CotA travel cot is available on request. Travel cot bedding is not supplied.
- Dog friendlyTwo dogs are welcome (£25 fee per dog). Dogs must be kept to the downstairs, uncarpeted areas of the house.
- Fishing on siteRefer to Location tab for further information.
- HairdryerA hairdryer is provided in each bedroom.
- HeatingHamilton House has electric radiators in addition to the open fire in the sitting room.
- Highchair
- Linen & towels providedAny requests for additional mid-week housekeeping and linen changes require at least 14 days notification and are subject to additional cost.
- Open fire/ Woodburning stoveAn ample supply of logs is provided.
- Outside space
- Wi-FiWi-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.
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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: SB00926F. The current EPC rating for this property is band G, a copy of the certificate can be found here.
Arrival time: 4pm
Departure time: 10am
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