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Belses Mill

Ancrum, Scottish Borders
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Sleeps 6
Bedrooms 4
Bathrooms 2
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 2
4 star
Downstairs bathroom
Enclosed garden / patio
Open fire / wood burner
Internet access
Games / Play facilities
Fishing on site / nearby
Family friendly
Parking on site / nearby
Decorated for Christmas
Towels included
Travel cot available
Highchair available
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At a glance

  • Walking, cycling, fishing and golf available in the local area
  • Traditional farmhouse with accommodation
  • Large private garden with a river running through

 

Overview
Property code: CA035

Serene and snug, this abode welcomes you to escape on a cosy rural retreat with family and friends. Explore the surrounding beauty as you while away time on the Scottish border and spend mornings down by the river where you may be able to spot a resident trout or two! Find glorious moments of peace and quiet at this idyllic abode or step out into the summer heat and sip a tipple in the private garden as you raise a glass to making magical memories with loved ones.

Brimming with creature comforts and cosy corners, this really is a home from home where you can relax and unwind with ease. Countryside charm and fresh tones create a calming ambience which flows from room to room, upstairs to downstairs. Make a brew in the farmhouse-style kitchen which is well-equipped for all of your culinary needs. Rustle up a quick picnic, throw together a tasty lunch or cook up a hearty storm on the AGA as you experiment with flavour or stick to family favourites. After dinner, put your feet up in the inviting lounge; the open fire promises to keep you warm throughout your stay and throws out plenty of heat once you get it roaring. For the competitive amongst you, head through into the TV/games area where you can challenge fellow guests or lose yourself in a film. The utility and boot rooms are handy additions to this home and mean you can throw off muddy wellies, soggy coats or crumb covered picnic blankets with ease and continue with your afternoon.

Climb stairs to the first floor and discover the four bedrooms which all have an abundance of classic charm. Rest your heads and drift off to dream in these restful spaces before waking up feeling refreshed and ready for the day ahead. Freshen up in the family bathroom and enjoy a long tranquil soak in the bath or a quick shower to start the day.

In summer months make the most of the bright Scottish sunshine and spend hours whiling away your time in the private garden. Take care on the steps up to the lawn and keep an eye on younger guests who are free to wander down to the water and splash in the River Alewater.

  • 4 bedrooms - 1 zip-and-link double/twin, 1 double, 2 twins (one room has narrow, suitable for children)
  • 2 bathrooms - 1 ground floor shower room with WC, 1 bathroom with bath, shower and WC
  • Aga, fridge, freezer, dishwasher, microwave, washing machine
  • Wi-Fi included
  • Open fire - logs included
  • Private garden with adjacent paddocks
  • Ample off road parking
  • Pub and shops 2 miles, local town 7.5 miles
  • Care must be taken due to River in the garden
  • Group Bookings – these may need to be checked with the owner first before confirming
  • Please note that the Gardener may be present once a week during the summer months
  • Sleeps 6+2 - one of the twin rooms is only suitable for children
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00, unless otherwise stated in your arrival details
  • 2 dogs allowed. Dogs are charged at £20 each per full or part week
  • There is an Accidental Damage Deposit of £250 when booking at this property, however this may be waived for £30. We’ll provide more details about this when booking your holiday.

 

Head outside and set off exploring, instantly finding miles of rural Scotland to be explored by foot. Make a beeline to Ancrum (3.5 miles) to visit your local country pub, stopping off for a wee dram before heading home. Discover the Scottish/English border 20 miles away, enjoying a day trip to the Whitelee Moor Nature Reserve to soak up some glorious scenery. Local history can be discovered at the nearby Dryburgh Abbey (6 miles) or Abbotsford House (11 miles), whilst an independent cinema and selection of eateries can be found in Galashiels (12 miles). Those after a more laid-back retreat will find four golf courses within 10 miles of home, and spots for fishing at Clerklands Loch (7.5 miles), along the River Tweet (5 miles) or on the River Alewater, right on your backdoor.

Gavin Grant

This property is personally managed by Gavin.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 14 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Kirsty 10th November 2023

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Gorgeous house and setting. Very well equipped with super support from owner. We plan to return! Particularly enjoyed the bannock in the welcome goodies!

Reviewed by Khalil 7th October 2023

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Belses Mill is a beautiful and very special place. The house is comfortable and warm; the rooms spacious and elegantly furnished with soft lighting throughout. It is extremely private and quiet, the only sound perhaps that of the distant hooting of the owls at night and the calming sound of fast running water from the river nearby. We had a wonderfRead moreul two weeks and the lovely owner was on hand straight away whenever we needed help and made us feel welcome and well looked after. Highly recommended Hide

Reviewed by Martin 9th September 2023

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Stunning looking old farmhouse in a lovely remote location. So peaceful and quiet. We got a Tesco food delivery to the cottage which was great. Arga takes a bit of getting to. Owner was fantastic and very helpful before and during our holiday which was unfortunately cut short. The river whilst close by, the access is via a stile. Dont use post codeRead more as its nowhere near, ask for the what3words location which is more accurate. Thanks. Hide

Reviewed by Saad 23rd June 2023

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We had a wonderful stay and the owner was very kind. Explored great Scottish border area its right next to a farm with horses with beautiful garden in front. We had all the amenities and facilities in the cottage as expected and owner was there to offer any help we needed. We would definitely recommend this cottage.

Reviewed by Geraldine 19th May 2023

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We love Belses Mill so much, we have been twice in 12 months. It is a welcoming home in the most serene setting. This is not a show home, it is a home to which we cannot wait to return. Nor is the location for those who want to be in the centre of everything. If you, friends and/or family as well as a couple of well behaved pups wish to have a trulRead morey restful getaway with lots of opportunities to hike or sightsee in neighbouring towns/villages this is ideal. We shall return! Hide

Reviewed by Fiona 31st March 2023

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A beautiful farmhouse in the country. Very well catered for the house has everything you would need. The only suggestion I would make would be to check a map for its location before travelling as my SatNav got me almost there but it is a rural location and I was expecting that.

Reviewed by clare 21st October 2022

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No. More words to say but amazing and a beautiful place

Reviewed by Joe 17th October 2022

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We loved our time at the cottage, its a picturesque holiday very remote and private. Somewhere to go to get away from it all. If you are looking for something shiny and modern this isn't for you it's a well lived in clean and tidy cottage and this is part of its charm. The kitchen is somewhere you would imagine your granny in cooking the family gatRead morehering round, the wood fire in the living room was so cosy and warm. A lovely little garden outside to have lunch or a cuppa or kick the ball. Hide

Reviewed by Christine 9th October 2022

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We truly enjoyed being at this property and although we had very fair weather, were pleased to see wet weather facilities, warm rooms, hot water and logs for the fire ... plus books and games, comfortable beds, bedding and towels, and space inside and out. Turn the AGA up to 3/4 on arrival, and you'll have a great time!

Reviewed by Andy 3rd October 2022

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Fantastic farmhouse with a warm feel and lovely character. If you are looking to relax and get away from it all, this is the perfect spot! Secluded enough to feel like you are alone for miles, but close enough for a day trip to Edinburgh. Hosts were accommodating and quick to help with any issues that came up.

Reviewed by Deirdre 16th September 2022

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Spent another lovely week at Belses Mill Farm. The cottage had everything we needed, very comfortable, great for the dog & loved cooking on the Aga. We'll be back.

Reviewed by Cara 2nd September 2022

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Gorgeous cottage, even better location - the peace and quiet are unparalleled. The nearby river was a particular hit with the dog, and hearing it babble from the back bedrooms at night was particularly charming. Perfect distance from Jedburgh, Kelso etc. The Aga took a bit of getting used to, but definitely keeps the house toasty! Will definitely bRead moree returning. Hide

Reviewed by Julia 5th July 2022

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Belses Mill is a beautiful and comfortable house in a wonderful, slightly remote location. Our family loved it!

Reviewed by Andrew 20th May 2022

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What a gem of a holiday we had at Belses Mill. The house and grounds are fabulous and the setting is jaw dropping stunning. It is very well appointed and the beds, pillows and linen are wonderfully comfortable. The kitchen is huge and learning to cook on the Aga was a lot of fun. The views from the bedrooms was amazing, especially looking down to tRead morehe river below. There are many touches all around the house that give it the feel of a much loved home from home. Hide

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