The Jacobean Cottage and Brackenhill Tower are located on the historic Bracken Hill Estate, offering luxury self-catering accommodation for up to 16 guests on the Cumbria and Scottish Borders boundary. Rich in history, character and romance, the estate sits in the heart of the former Debatable Lands, an area steeped in centuries of Border history.
Originally built on Scottish soil, Brackenhill Tower is now the only surviving Scottish peel tower standing on English soil, making it a truly unique place to stay. Surrounded by beautiful countryside and just a short drive from the centre of Longtown, the estate provides an excellent base for exploring Cumbria, Hadrian’s Wall, Carlisle, Kielder Forest and the stunning Scottish Borders.
The Jacobean Cottage – Sleeps 6
The Jacobean Cottage is a charming self-catering holiday cottage sleeping between four and six guests, ideal for a relaxing countryside escape on the Bracken Hill Estate.
Outside, guests can unwind in their own private hot tub jacuzzi while enjoying access to 2.5 acres of beautiful gardens, woodland and river walks. A gas BBQ is also provided for outdoor dining.
Inside, the cottage blends historic character with modern comfort. The ground floor features a spacious lounge with a traditional inglenook fireplace, along with a selection of books, games and tourist information, creating a cosy and welcoming atmosphere. The fully equipped kitchen and dining area includes a fridge, freezer, washer, dryer, dishwasher and microwave, with dining seating for up to six guests. A convenient downstairs W/C is also available.
Upstairs, there are two large bedrooms with exposed wooden beams, adding to the cottage’s unique charm. Bedroom one is a spacious double room with an additional double sofa bed for extra sleeping space, while bedroom two is a large en-suite bedroom.
Please note that there are low exposed wooden beams throughout the downstairs area, with a height of approximately six feet.
The Tower House – Sleeps 10
The Tower House is a unique historic holiday property sleeping up to 10 guests, combining the character of Brackenhill Tower with the comfort of the adjoining Hunting Lodge.
Set within 2.5 acres of gardens, guests can enjoy woodland and river walks, a gas BBQ and peaceful countryside surroundings on the Cumbria and Scottish Borders boundary.
The Hunting Lodge features a spacious lounge with books, games and tourist information, along with two stylish en-suite double bedrooms, including one with a traditional four-poster bed.
The historic Tower spans four floors and is full of original features. It offers a fully equipped kitchen and dining area, the magnificent Great Hall with dining seating for up to 14 guests, a luxurious master bedroom with a carved king-size four-poster bed and en-suite bathroom, and a large top-floor bedroom with four single beds and en-suite facilities.
Please note that access to the Tower rooms is via a traditional spiral staircase.
Visiting the Area
Bracken Hill Estate is the perfect destination for those seeking a luxury countryside break. Guests will find plenty of activities and attractions to enjoy during their stay, with many popular destinations located within a 30-minute drive, including:
- Paintballing
- Quad biking
- Go karting
- Golf courses at Powfoot, Hoddom, Lochmaben and Langholm
- The Old Blacksmith’s Shop
- Gretna Green
- Gretna Retail Outlet
- The Samye Ling Temple
- Carlisle Castle and Cathedral
- Robert Burns House and Mausoleum
- Hadrian’s Wall
- Wanlockhead
- Lochmaben Castle
For more information, please visit the Bracken Hill Estate website.
Rates: From £960 to £3,290 per week depending on season and accommodation selected.
- Maximum of 16 guests when both properties are booked together.
- Children are welcome.
- Sorry, no pets.
- Wi-Fi internet access available.
- Off-street parking provided.
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