Elspinhope is a self-catering holiday cottage sleeping up to four guests, set in one of the most beautiful locations in the Scottish Borders. The cottage provides an ideal base for those seeking a peaceful “get away from it all” break, surrounded by the fresh air, tranquillity and unspoilt scenery of the upper Ettrick Valley.
About Elspinhope
This environmentally friendly cottage is located on Cossarshill Farm, a 1,400-acre hill sheep farm situated beside the Southern Upland Way long-distance walking route. Guests have freedom of access to the land, with many wonderful walks across the hills and along the river. The owners are keen conservationists and are actively involved in projects across the farm, including dry stone dyking and planting native woodland.
Cossarshill lies within an Environmentally Sensitive Area (ESA), and visitors frequently spot wildlife including badgers, bats, brown hares, deer, foxes and otters, along with a wide variety of bird species, both large and small.
Outside the cottage, a post-and-rail fence encloses the garden area, which includes a picnic table. A path and steps lead down to the Cossarshill Burn, where there are seats beside rocky pools and a waterfall.
The aim at Elspinhope is to provide accommodation that feels like a true home from home. Every window enjoys enviable views, allowing guests to sit back and take in the surrounding scenery and birdlife without leaving their chair or bed. The cottage is thoughtfully furnished and decorated with comfort in mind.
Cottage amenities include:
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Double bedroom
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Twin bedroom with en suite facilities
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Bathroom with shower over
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Well-equipped kitchen
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Large sitting/dining room with 55” wall-mounted TV (streaming services available using guests’ own passwords)
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Mobile phone coverage
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Utility room with washing machine, dryer, ironing facilities and clothes drying area
From the dining area, sliding French windows open onto the garden, offering views down to the Cossarshill Burn and across rolling open hills beyond. Wild swimming is also possible nearby.
Bed linen is included within the room rate. Towels are available for hire and can be requested at the time of booking.
The woodland surrounding Elspinhope is rich with wildflowers, rare butterflies and red squirrels. Atlantic salmon can be seen in the pool below the cottage during autumn, and the area offers a wonderful swimming spot in summer. Guests can step straight outside to enjoy the peace and tranquillity of the Ettrick landscape or explore the historic Border towns and places of interest nearby. Wildlife cameras around the grounds allow guests to observe the local fauna, including sightings of rare Scottish mammals.
Visiting Ettrick Valley & Exploring the Scottish Borders
The Ettrick Valley is recognised as one of the most ecologically interesting areas in Scotland. Mammals recorded locally include otters, badgers, foxes, deer and red squirrels. The area is also home to rare butterflies and moths, as well as an impressive range of birds such as osprey, black grouse, barn owls, lapwings and peregrines.
Elspinhope is an excellent base for hillwalking, with fishing available locally, along with golf, horse riding, mountain biking and many other activities. Visitors can explore the Borders’ historic houses and gardens or follow the Borders Woollen Trail. Eskdalemuir Forest and the Samye Ling Tibetan Centre are within easy reach, as are St Mary’s Loch, the Grey Mare’s Tail and Moffat. Glentress Mountain Biking and Go Ape are also just a short drive away.
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Rates: From £550 to £990 per week, depending on the season.
Maximum occupancy: 4 guests.
Children are welcome.
Dogs from £35 per week (please enquire before bringing a dog). Strict house rules apply: no dogs on furniture or in bedrooms, and dogs must not be left alone in the cottage.
Disabled facilities available – please enquire for details. The cottage was designed for assisted wheelchair access.
Off-street parking.
Free super-fast Wi-Fi/internet access.
Gold Award for Green Tourism Business.
No light pollution.
17 solar panels plus 10kWh battery.
Solar hot water tubes.
Electric mountain bike hire available locally.
https://www.theholidaycottages.co.uk/scottishborders/11822
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