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Kelso, Scottish Borders
 

The Mill House

4
Guests
2
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
Dog Friendly
Please see Amenities section below for more information

Overlooking Little Wood and the Mill stream, this charismatic cottage will be a perfect fit for families or those looking for a cosy country retreat.

With the River Tweed flowing just one mile from the door, it is also ideally positioned for those fishing the renowned salmon pools of Makerstoun and other prime middle Tweed fishing beats.

Inside, the sitting room has an effortlessly stylish scheme that exudes warmth and comfort, filled with light from windows on every side overlooking the pretty cottage garden and the mill stream below. Add plush carpeting throughout, comfortable sofas, and quality soft furnishings from local producers to the mix and you are promised a really rather lovely holiday stay.

There is a compact but well-equipped kitchen with pretty gingham accents and a beamed ceiling, while dining for four is provided in the adjoining sitting room.

Head upstairs for a distinctly Scottish vibe and a stained glass window for added charm. This leads into two en-suite bedrooms where heritage shades, crisp linens and tweedy throws will make it hard to resist a lazy lie-in with a good book.

For families, the addition of a separate games room with table tennis and table football will keep children entertained for hours...and perhaps the adults in the party too!

For guests looking to holiday together this cottage can be booked alongside The Wheel House, sleeping 4 and Woodman's, sleeping 2. The cottages are located next to each other.

The Threshing Mill Cottage is a combined unit comprised of The Wheel House and The Mill House, sleeping 8, offering a 10% discount on the combined price of these individual cottages.

Property Layout

GROUND FLOOR

Access door leading straight into the sitting room.

Sitting room with two double sofas and armchair, large flat screen TV and DVD player, dining space with seating for four.

Kitchen is fully equipped with electric oven, ceramic hob, fridge, dishwasher, microwave. Washing and drying facilities are provided in an external laundry which is shared with two other cottages. A freezer is available for use in an external outbuilding.

Cloakroom with WC and basin.

Lockable inner-connecting door which leads to the adjoining Wheel House for parties renting both cottages.

FIRST FLOOR

Bedroom one with fixed 5’ king size bed, side tables, armchair, chest of drawers, wardrobe.

En suite bathroom bath with shower over, heated towel rail, basin and WC.

Bedroom two with zip and link beds, which can be set up as a 5'2" king size double or 2'6" twin beds, as preferred. Side tables, and hanging rail.

En suite bathroom bath with shower over, heated towel rail, basin and WC.

OUTSIDE

There is a lawned garden with garden furniture to the front and side of the property which extends down to the mill stream and woodland. It should be noted that this is not fully enclosed. A shared charcoal barbecue can be provided on a first come first served basis.

There is a shared games room which is available for guest use. This has a table tennis table, football table, Nintendo Wii and a selection of indoor and garden games.

A shared laundry facility has two washing machines and two tumble dryers as well as a Belfast sink. Secure private storage for outdoor gear and bikes is available on request. Rod rack facilities are provided for fishing parties. A freezer is also available for guest use.

Private parking to the front and side of the cottage.

Floorplans

The Mill House - Floorplan 1

Location

You will find excellent local amenities in the thriving market town of Kelso (5 miles) set around a charming cobbled square. The town is home to a super range of independent shops where you can indulge in a little retail therapy, or purchase fresh local produce and holiday provisions from quality traders.

There are some excellent pubs and restaurants for dining out or for light lunches you will find plenty of tempting treats in the many cafes in the town - including Cafe U, or the Terrace Cafe at Floors Castle.

The cottage is also 5 miles from St Boswells which boasts the fabulous, award-winning Mainstreet Trading bookshop, café, deli and antiques shop and the excellent Blue Coo Bistro at the Buccleuch Arms. There is also a good butchers, small Co-op supermarket and the Borders Gunroom. The incredibly picturesque town of Melrose is also just a short 12 mile drive.

Amenities

    All Amenities

    • Allows babies in arms
      Up to 12 months.
    • Allows children
      1 - 16 years.
    • Barbecue
    • Bath
    • Cot
      A travel cot is available on request. Travel cot bedding is not supplied.
    • Dog friendly
      Two well-behaved dogs are welcome (£25 fee per dog) but they must be clean and dry before access into the property and then kept to the ground floor area only. They are not permitted on the furniture or in the bedrooms.
    • Games room
    • Hairdryer
      A hairdryer is provided in each bedroom.
    • Heating
      There is gas underfloor heating throughout.
    • Highchair
    • Linen & towels provided
    • Outside space
    • Wi-Fi
      Wi-Fi is available. Mobile reception is variable on most networks. EE offers the best coverage indoors, otherwise reception improves in the outside courtyard or garden.

Important Information

The steading comprises three small cottages in an L shape configuration which all sit in the same ownership and are available for use as holiday lets, either individually or together. The owner's property is immediately adjacent and while they are on hand to help guests with any aspect of their stay, they are completely respectful of their privacy.

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: Pending. The current EPC rating for this property will be available soon.

Arrival time: 4pm
Departure time: 10am

Accessibility

Please call a member of the team on 01573 226711 to discuss your requirements.
For 2026 availability, please call us on 01573 226711
Guests
Max Adults:
4
Max Children:
2
Max Infants:
1
(children who require a cot)
Maximum number of adults and children is 4
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The Little Things We Love

The sound of the gentle trickle of the nearby mill stream from the garden.

Don't take our word for it...

We would like to thank Crabtree & Crabtree for your help in securing this cottage for us really last minute. It was very comfortable and we enjoyed our stay. Our hosts were delightful.
Parkes family, 2nd April 2024

Don't take our word for it...

What a wonderful weekend we've had! We made a last minute decision to have a weekend away and we came across this beautiful cottage online. So comfortable and very well appointed and stocked. Beautiful gardens too! Thank you so much to the owners for the lovely welcome and the tasty scones and jam... and wine! A lovely start to our mini-break!
Pearson family, 2nd April 2024

Don't take our word for it...

Many thanks to the owners for such a beautiful cottage and gardens, made even better with Prosecco, cake and 'Hot Cross Bun' loaf. Fantastic location with just a short walk down to the river. The boys played golf at the Roxburghe and at Galashiels while I had peace and quiet. Explored the lovely bookshop in St Boswells and then walked back to the cottage along the riverbank - bliss! The cottage is definitely up there with the best of the Crabtree portfolio.
Brown family, 2nd April 2024

Don't take our word for it...

The cottage is very comfortable and stylish and in a great location to explore the Scottish Borders. The owners are very accommodating and friendly. We have very much enjoyed our week here; the peace and quiet and the beautiful birdsong. I would recommend it without hesitation.
Griffiths family, 2nd April 2024

Don't take our word for it...

We thought The Mill House was excellent, nice and spacious, clean and well equipped. We loved the area and hope to return. Thanks very much for the Merlot and Cake and the treat of Nutella biscuits a lovely surprise, not had that before.
Scott family, 2nd April 2024

Don't take our word for it...

This is the nicest cottage we have ever stayed in and have already recommended it to friends. It was immaculately clean, bed linen and towels were really high quality and the owners were delightful without being too intrusive. I can't fault anything and we had a wonderful few days. We will book again most definitely.
Dale family, 2nd April 2024

Don't take our word for it...

Our stay in Mill House has been perfect. The cottage is beautiful and we have enjoyed the peace and quiet. Some great local walks and have really enjoyed exploring the area. Thank you for the warm welcome. We've had such a lovely break and would definitely recommend to friends and family.
Kerr family, 2nd April 2024

Don't take our word for it...

We have had a great week here at the Mill House, thoroughly enjoying not only the cottage but also the garden, games barn and Scottish Borders in general. A big thank you to the owners for being such wonderful hosts.
Breukelman family, 2nd April 2024
Parkes family
We would like to thank Crabtree & Crabtree for your help in securing this cottage for us really last minute. It was very comfortable and we enjoyed our stay. Our hosts were delightful.
Pearson family
What a wonderful weekend we've had! We made a last minute decision to have a weekend away and we came across this beautiful cottage online. So comfortable and very well appointed and stocked. Beautiful gardens too! Thank you so much to the owners for the lovely welcome and the tasty scones and jam... and wine! A lovely start to our mini-break!
Brown family
Many thanks to the owners for such a beautiful cottage and gardens, made even better with Prosecco, cake and 'Hot Cross Bun' loaf. Fantastic location with just a short walk down to the river. The boys played golf at the Roxburghe and at Galashiels while I had peace and quiet. Explored the lovely bookshop in St Boswells and then walked back to the cottage along the riverbank - bliss! The cottage is definitely up there with the best of the Crabtree portfolio.
Griffiths family
The cottage is very comfortable and stylish and in a great location to explore the Scottish Borders. The owners are very accommodating and friendly. We have very much enjoyed our week here; the peace and quiet and the beautiful birdsong. I would recommend it without hesitation.
Scott family
We thought The Mill House was excellent, nice and spacious, clean and well equipped. We loved the area and hope to return. Thanks very much for the Merlot and Cake and the treat of Nutella biscuits a lovely surprise, not had that before.
Dale family
This is the nicest cottage we have ever stayed in and have already recommended it to friends. It was immaculately clean, bed linen and towels were really high quality and the owners were delightful without being too intrusive. I can't fault anything and we had a wonderful few days. We will book again most definitely.
Kerr family
Our stay in Mill House has been perfect. The cottage is beautiful and we have enjoyed the peace and quiet. Some great local walks and have really enjoyed exploring the area. Thank you for the warm welcome. We've had such a lovely break and would definitely recommend to friends and family.
Breukelman family
We have had a great week here at the Mill House, thoroughly enjoying not only the cottage but also the garden, games barn and Scottish Borders in general. A big thank you to the owners for being such wonderful hosts.
Leverton family
Lovely and very nicely furnished cottage. A very tranquil and rural location. Garden and grounds with nice trees and pretty flowers. Great place to the explore the Borders from. Many sights within a short car ride. We arrived to a very friendly welcome, with best homemade scones I have had for years plus a bottle of wine!
Lambourne family
Thank you so much for a lovely family holiday. The cottage is as homely as our own! Easy to relax. The area is one of the UK's best kept secrets and we were blown away daily by the landscapes. Your relaxed and friendly welcome really made our holiday. We will be back - hopefully!
Mr & Mrs Trace
The Mill House is one of the best cottages we have stayed in. Furnished to a high level and with every comfort thought about. Very large comfortable living room with dining area. Two excellent en-suite bathrooms. Lovely garden with wonderful views. We would recommended most highly.
McColm family
The Mill House is one of the best cottages we have stayed in. Furnished to a high level and with every comfort thought about. Very large comfortable living room with dining area. Two excellent en-suite bathrooms. Lovely garden with wonderful views. We would recommended most highly.
Longstaffe family
Thank you so much for a very warm welcome. The cakes and wine were much appreciated. We have had a lovely time at The Mill House - staying here for a family wedding. We will certainly consider returning next time we are up.
Waters family
We have had a wonderful holiday in this delightful cottage - a true home from home, with everything you need. Our day trips included Berwick-upon-Tweed, Seahouses, Lindisfarne, Bamburgh, Kielder Water - all lovely drives across beautiful countryside. A day trip on the train to Edinburgh, as recommended by the owners, was a jolly good idea. The dog is really going to miss the view of the bunnies out of the living room window!
Harding family
Lovely warm welcome especially for Ellie our 2 year old - lots of Peppa Pig toys from the games room! Very yummy lemon drizzle cake too! Lovely cottage, just what we needed! Ellie felt very grown up in her own bed (with bed guard) and own en suite!! The beauty of the Borders is as ever stunning with always something new to see. Ellie loved seeing the pheasants and little hare in the garden (we even saw a woodpecker!) Had good days out at Dryburgh Abbey, Kelso, Melrose and Peebles. Also went over to Holy Island.
Mr & Mrs Harrison
A Christmas treat! We booked as a treat for our friends as a wedding gift. We use Crabtree & Crabtree often and this is by far the best! A truly idyllic place to spend Christmas away from the usual madness! With the added bonus of a fabulously stocked kitchen. Warm mince pies on arrival, homemade Christmas cake and a beautiful Christmas hamper. Nothing was too much so thank you to the owners for providing such a beautiful home from home. See you next Christmas!
Mr & Mrs Smith
Loved the peace and quiet, were able to use The Mill House to start our everyday travels to the close Borders towns to check on ancestry. Great hosts if you needed anything were there for you otherwise let us do our own thing. Thank you for everything you did for us. Scones, jam and just being you, thanks again and God bless.
Trace family
Thank you for your very warm welcome. The cottage was beautiful and immaculate so a joy to come in to. We have had a wonderful week exploring the quite spectacular Border county in glorious sunshine - always a bonus! Thank you also for accepting our dog which makes for a happy holiday all round.
Duell family
What a lovely relaxing place! We have had some gorgeous weather to enjoy activities such as horse riding and clay pigeon shooting as well as plenty of walks in the surrounding area. Plenty of lovely places to eat in Kelso and nearby St Boswells as well as a fine butchers! Scones and cake a lovely touch. Thank you to the owners for their hospitality. We enjoyed the games barn also, beautiful cottage.
Orr family
One of the nicest holiday cottages we have stayed in around Scotland. Nice touches throughout. Lovely surrounding area and would recommend a visit to Bamburgh - try The Potted Lobster! There was good places to eat locally and many places were dog friendly. Thanks for the delicious scones and jam!
Mr & Mrs Carpenter
Super cottage, wonderful location, we thoroughly enjoyed our stay... and the scones!
Macfarlane family
Arrived to scones, homemade rhubarb and vanilla jam and red wine. Delicious! We've been on holiday with our 11 month old daughter and found this cottage perfect for our needs. Nice and quiet with a garden full of wildlife and interesting things to watch. Our daughter loved crawling around the living room, especially hide and seek around the big wooden chest. We visited Smailholm Tower, walked St Cuthbert's Way around St Boswells, Union Bridge near Berwick, Teviot Smokery and Water Gardens (and saw an otter on the Teviot), Waterloo Monument, climbed the Eildons, Dryburgh Abbey, Kelso, Flodden Field, Hume Castle, Born in the Borders and Black Hill. So much to do and all a short distance away in the car. Just enough time for baby to catch up on her snoozes. Enjoyed our stay and hope to come back some day. Must bring bikes next time!
Mr & Mrs Collins
Thank you for a wonderful stay in a truly fantastic cottage. Everything that one required was here to make one feel like a home from home. Wonderful welcoming vino, scones and homemade jam, excellent and extremely moreish. Wonderful areas of beauty around us and a big thank you to the owners. Weather really did not matter as in such a lovely cottage. We do hope to be back next year!
Mr & Mrs Sayers
We've had a most enjoyable and interesting few days in the Borders and found your accommodation very comfortable and welcoming. Thank you for the scones - a nice touch!
Mclaren family
We had the most enjoyable long weekend in The Mill House. The welcome and the homemade scones and jam were much appreciated. We had a lot of competitive fun in the games room. This is a very comfortable, cosy and well equipped cottage. Its very well placed in the borders so car journeys were minimal. We enjoyed some beautiful walks by the Tweed, Teviot and Leader in all their autumn glory!
Mrs Wilkin
We felt very lucky to stay in such a beautiful place and really appreciated all the care that had gone into the property. We have family in Kelso and look forward to future visits.
Mrs Lancaster
Beautiful cottage in the middle of remote stunning landscape. Loved the cottage and remoteness. So quiet and perfect for a stay with our Labrador. Very thoughtfully decorated and appointed. The owners were lovely hosts, very helpful and make a delicious chocolate cake!
Mrs Munford
We had a lovely holiday. The cottage was beautiful and in such a pretty setting. The owners have thought of everything and the quality of the furnishings was tremendous. We thoroughly enjoyed our week and will definitely be back. Thank you also for the delicious homemade scones.
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