Stables Cottage, Melrose

Bedrooms 1: 1 king (en-suite). Sleeps: 3 adults/2 adults + 2 children. Melrose 1 mile. Pet friendly.
An idyllic romantic country cottage, originally the Victorian stables for a Scottish country house. Stables Cottage has been restored to a very high standard and offers warm and cosy holiday accommodation with modern facilities. Perfect for a honeymoon or romantic break in the Scottish borders. Larger groups can rent the neighbouring holiday cottage, the Saddlery. Pets are welcome to come on holiday too!

The Bothy at Orchard Walls, near Peebles

Bedrooms 1: king or twin. Sleeps: 2. Peebles 9 miles. No Pets.
This delightful cottage has been awarded 5 Stars from the Scottish Tourist Board and offers a cosy and romantic retreat for 2 people - ideal for a honeymoon in Scotland! The Bothy is an early 19th century cottage which has been beautifully refurbished - the stone fireplace is gorgeous (it now has a wood-burning stove) and the unspoilt surrounding countryside is ideal for walking or just relaxing and admiring the views. There is so much to see in the Borders that you will wish you had stayed for longer - castles and mansions (Traquair is 2 miles away), abbeys, mill shops, great walking, superb fishing and riding.

Grain Store, Innerleithen, Peeblesshire

Bedrooms 2. Sleeps: 4 (1 double, 1 twin). Near Peebles. Short breaks welcome off-season. Sorry, no pets.
This compact and recently converted cottage gives immediate access to great hill walking country: the Southern Upland Way passes the door, while the Tweed Valley Forest Park includes Glentress, catering for various standards of walking and mountain biking. Locally the Scottish Borders has many and varied attractions: historic houses (the closest is Traquair House), popular tourist towns (e.g. Peebles); wildlife (e.g. the Osprey Watch centres in Glentress /Kailzie Gardens); horse riding; fishing on Tweed; and golf courses e.g. Cardrona, Peebles and Innerleithen. The cottage is within easy striking distance of historic Edinburgh too.

Bridle Cottage, Nr Dunbar, Borders

Bedrooms 2: 1 double, 1 twin. Sleeps: 4. Short breaks. No pets.
Bridle Cottage is perfectly situated for exploring East Lothian and the Scottish Borders. There are superb castles to explore (including Floors Castle and Mellerstain), golf courses abound, spectacular walking along the coast and inland, and the bird-watching is amazing. This is a wonderful cottage for a family holiday or for two couples wanting a break in this beautiful part of Scotland.

Muirhall Cottages, Auchengray, Lanarkshire

Bedrooms 2. Sleeps: 4. 5 star luxury cottages. Pets welcome. Disabled access.
Three 5 star cottages in luxury conversions of historic farm buildings, boasting original features and an extremely high standard of comfort. Beautiful views of surrounding countryside, and many activities nearby (golf courses, New Lanark, walking etc). On-site putting green, mountain bikes, laundry service, sauna, and gourmet chef by arrangement. Situated between Edinburgh (25mins) and Glasgow (40 mins) , this is an idyllic place to stay to explore Scotland if you want a luxurious break.

Merlindale Holiday Apartment, Broughton, Peebleshire

Bedrooms 2. Sleeps: 4. Peebles 8 miles. No Pets.
Merlindale Holiday Apartment is a spacious, newly refurbished, self-contained, two bedroom apartment in the Scottish Borders, 29 miles from Edinburgh. It is situated in 16 acres of wood and parkland on the banks of the Tweed. It sleeps four in extremely comfortable and stylish accommodation. Merlindale is ideal for those wishing to walk, cycle, fish, shoot, sightsee or just relax amid peaceful yet spectacular scenery of this stunning part of Scotland.

Orchard Mains Barn, Innerleithen, Peebleshire

Bedrooms 2: 1 double + futon, 1 family (1 double, 2 singles). Sleeps: 6/8. Short breaks. No pets.
Orchard Mains Barn is a recently converted barn in a picturesque glen, 1 mile from the village of Traquair in the beautiful Scottish Borders. This imaginative and tastefully decorated accommodation offers the perfect solution for long or short breaks and is an affordable alternative to B&B. It has many attractions straight from the front door - walking, golfing, cycling, fishing and of course relaxing and is within 1 hour of Edinburgh with all its attractions. A delightful property set on a working farm, the perfect chance for a restful holiday.

The Saddlery Cottage, Melrose

Bedrooms 2: 1 king; 1 family room (double & single). Sleeps: 5/6. Melrose 1 mile. Pet friendly.
The Saddlery is one of two beautifully restored holiday cottages situated amongst 2 acres of private and secluded gardens in the romantic Scottish Borders. The Saddlery Cottage offers a very high standard of self-catering accommodation. The cottage is accessed from a private driveway shared with a 19th century Coach House and the neighbouring Stables holiday cottage. Large groups can book both cottages. The owners live nearby and provide a personal touch - and superb attention to detail.

Turret House, Kelso

Bedrooms 3: 1 double, 1 super-king/twin. Sleeps: 6. Short breaks/weekly rentals. Pet friendly.
Turret house offers an extremely high standard of spacious and stylish accommodation with lots of interesting period features, such as a wonderful circular stone stairway. This self-catering holiday house is in the centre of Kelso and has been beautifully refurbished by the National Trust for Scotland as one of their 'Little Houses'. The house has a beautiful courtyard garden for outside dining!

The Tack Room, Cove Stables, Nr Dunbar, Scottish Borders

Bedrooms 3: 1 double, 2 twin. Sleeps: 6. Dunbar 8 miles. No Pets.
This delightful steading was fully restored in 2006 to offer really excellent accommodation for a Scottish holiday. Right on the coast (with fantastic sea views), there are gorgeous sandy beaches nearby, stunning coastal walks, scuba diving, surfing, golf courses and birdwatching. There are lovely Scottish gardens, castles, abbeys and archeological remains - something for everyone in this part of Scotland! Edinburgh is easily reached for a visit.

Kittiwake Cottage, Nr Cockburnspath, Berwickshire

Bedrooms 3: 1 double, 1 twin, 1 bunks + single beds. Sleeps: 8. Short breaks. No pets.
Kittiwake Cottage is situated in a picturesque Borders hamlet and perched on the cliff-tops - the views over the sea are breathtaking. It is gorgeous, purpose-built holiday accommodation with traditional features - including a wood-burning stove. The nearby beaches are stunning and there are a wealth of castles and stately homes to explore. This is also a superb area for a bird-watching or golf holiday - there are lots of superb golf courses nearby.

The Manse, Carberry Tower Estate, Near Edinburgh

Bedrooms 5: 2 doubles, 3 twins. Sleeps: 10. Near Edinburgh. Short breaks. No pets The Manse is an ideal house to rent to explore the exciting cultural delights of Edinburgh and the magnificent Scottish countryside from the one place. Deluxe accommodation spread out over two large floors, with sitting room, kitchen and separate dining room. The house offers spectacular grounds, and is ideal for a break with family or friends. Local attractions include golf, beaches, and all the cultural and historic attractions of Edinburgh.