Tuesday, 9 August 2022

The Byres, Ettrick Valley, Selkirk, Scottish Borders (Sleeps 1-16)


The Byres offers outstanding self-catering accommodation in the breathtaking Ettrick Valley. We are ideal for a peaceful holiday in a glorious location, surrounded by the rolling hills of the Scottish Borders

This wonderful property has been thoughtfully restored from a 19th Century farmstead to offer superb accommodation. The tastefully furnished cottage sleeps up to 16 people, great for an unforgettable country escape.

Inside there is a spacious open plan kitchen/dining/area to suit all your needs. The fully-equipped kitchen offers lots of appliances for cooking up a feast, including a cooker, large combination microwave, fridge, freezer, dishwasher, kettle, toaster, cutlery, pots and pans and cooking equipment. A central island comes with bar stools and the dining area has a large dining table and lots of seating.

Unwind in the cosy lounge which has a large flat screen television, comfy seating and a large pool table (plus table tennis and air hockey). Downstairs there is also a tranquil sitting room with a sofa bed, book and games.

The property is suitable for people with limited mobility and includes a ramp for wheelchairs, wide hallways, double doors and no steps on the ground floor, plus a downstairs bedroom with twin beds and a downstairs toilet and shower room with handrails. Upstairs there are 5 more bedrooms: 1 family and 4 double rooms. Two of the bedrooms come with en suite facilities and a shower room is also available.

A cot, high-chair and stair gates are available at no extra cost.

Outside there is a patio/garden area with a table and chairs, plus a gas BBQ, great for al fresco dining while savouring the amazing valley views.

We also have other self-catering accommodation available, please enquire for details.

This part of the country is great for cycling, with its rolling hills and quiet winding roads offering scenic routes to enjoy. You can cycle across the Ettrick and Yarrow Valleys to Innerleithen or follow one of the several major cycling routes.

The area is a paradise for golfers, with several brilliant golf courses all within about 30 minutes drive from us. You can also visit the picturesque Border towns, home to lots of independent shops and galleries, restaurants and cafes.

For more information please visit our website:

https://www.theholidaycottages.co.uk/Scottish-Borders/17385

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