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3 Guests
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2 Bedrooms
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1 Bathroom
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Pets Yes
Features
- Off road parking
- Open fire
- Garden / Patio
- Pub/shop < 1 mile
- Dishwasher
- Broadband / WiFi
Reviews & Ratings
53 Customer Reviews
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"Well equipped, clean and comfortable cottage in a beautiful location."
Welcome treats from the owners much appreciated. Perfect for dog walking right from the door and a great base to explore further afield. Couldn’t fault it - we had a wonderful week. Thank you x
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"We thoroughly enjoyed staying in the cottage as we had done last year."
The cottage is comfy and the owner supplied lots of extras, e.g. teabags, coffee, cleaning items , welcome wine, tablet and dog treats !! Very thoughtful. Village very welcoming too.
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"Blinkbonny offers everything needed in a holiday let."
It is situated in a lovely village with sufficient local shops. Attractions and other essentials are a short drive away. Excellent base to tour the Borders and beyond. The cottage is clean and comfortable. The kitchen is well equipped. Unlike other cottages we have stayed in with Sykes, this does not have a washing machine. The gardens are well stocked but very small flagged areas,as you would expect in this style of cottage.
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"Loved the cottage, the location etc."
Really beautiful area and great for dog walks and the local village. Only gripe is that the mattress is in a poor state and badly needs replaced.
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"What a lovely cottage."
So comfortable. Very well equipped and close to village shops. Any local residents we met were so friendly. Welcome gifts of shortbread and treats for our dog were so lovely. We would definitely book Blinkbenny Cottage again.
Thank you for your kind comments and we are glad you enjoyed yourselves with your dog! Property Owner
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"Fantastic property - extremely clean, very warm, and exceptionally well equipped."
We're hoping to return in a few months time.
Thank you for your kind comments which gives us a boost for the start of the season! Hope you come again! Property Owner
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"Cannot really say much more other than this was our 8th stay here, you have everything you need, lovely walks, lovely village with essential amenities including great book shop come cafe and deli, there's a golf course at the back, lovely tweed walks."
Central for Galashiels, melrose etc.
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"Very comfortable felt like home from home."
the outside space was excellent
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"A lovely location to visit many historic monuments and gardens in the Borders."
The local bookshop and cafe a real treat. Cottage immaculate, warm and cozy. Garden well kept. Easy to walk the dog on footpaths along the Tweed.
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"A lovely stay in Blinkbonny Cottage starting with a welcoming note from the owner."
Attractive decor and such a good feel to the house. Everything in good working order and spotlessly clean. The cottage is right in the heart of the friendly village. Direct access to St Cuthbert’s Way. We particularly appreciated the ease of contact with the owner when we weren’t sure how to put on the heating. Well placed for interest and visitor attractions including Dryburgh Abbey. Very good local shops and a restaurant within easy walking distance.
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"All in all a comfortable stay."
The cottage was good. a good holiday all round.
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"Beautiful cottage in a central location."
Very clean and had everything we needed. The beds were very comfortable and would definitely stay again.Nice touch was the welcoming box of biscuits and a treat for the dog
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"Very comfortable, well equipped cottage."
Bright and airy. Well situated to explore the Scottish Borders. We had a great week.
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"We thoroughly enjoyed staying in the cottage which was very clean, comfortable and cosy."
The village is very friendly and suitable for dog walks etc. The area is excellent for touring around and again great for walking. Highly recommend cottage and area.
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"Good cosy property"
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"We loved staying at the property."
It was exceptionally clean and tidy, super cosy and very welcoming. We were staying for a combination of work and leisure and suited us and our dog very well. Lots to explore from the front door. Would certainly recommend and will be booking again!
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"Lovely cottage in nice location."
Great place to go with a dog, you can walk for miles on paths up the Tweed River, particularly beautiful decked in snowdrops during our stay. Good butchers and deli in the village if your like us and like to cater for yourself, the kitchen is very well equipped.
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"Lovely cottage ."
Well equipped in every way . Ideal touring base in attractive village . Would thoroughly recommend. Great dog walks nearby .
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"Best we stayed in yet"
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"Everything was as stated and very comfortable."
Locally it was wonderful with lots of very friendly people. Thankyou
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"Well located in this quiet village."
Comfortable, bigger than it looks in the images, clean and with everything you need for a very enjoyable stay. We'll be back!
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"Doing everything and more to make sure our stay was perfect."
I think it would be helpful list the slow cooker as a facility as it would have changed how I planned meals before setting off
Thank you and I have an entry on the website mentioning the slow cooker. Property Owner
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"The cottage was perfect, home from home."
Brilliant location for walking and every amenity in village you needed.
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"As always, cosy clean cottage, everything you need."
Lovely village, locals very friendly. Brilliant book shop and butchers. Lovely walks around the tweed we will be back as usual
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"Lovely place to stay"
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"Comfortable Cottage in good location for exploring the borders."
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"Very clean and comfortable, well equipped cottage."
We enjoyed a very relaxing break here. Friendly village with everything you need for you and your dog nearby.
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"A lovely little cottage thanks"
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"Great self catering holiday experience ."
The cottage was perfect in every respect , clean , ideally situated and well equipped with everything we needed.It was also good that unlike some other lettings there was no extra charge for our small dog.
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"The cottage was in an ideal location for us visiting our relatives in St Boswells and walking our dogs."
It was very comfortable clean and cozy. Thank you.
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"Excellent location for Borders Clean and comfortable cottage Would highly recommend."
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"Parking can be a little tricky as the cottage is on a main road which can get busy but overall a very nice place."
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"Great location for doing the St Cuthbert's Way, easy to get a bus to Melrose then walk back to the cottage for the first section then walk from the cottage and get the bus back from Jedburgh for the 2nd section."
Stunning walks even if not doing the St Cuthbert's Way.
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"The cottage was quieter than expected being on the main thoroughfare thtough the village."
Well double glazed and much less traffic than expected. We explored many of the smaller roads in the area and the scenery was stunning as were the historical ruins.
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"The cottage was very well presented and in a great location, the village having very good facilities ie shop, takeaway, restaurant and pub etc."
Also the surrounding area has many attractions very close at hand without the need to travel any great distance.
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"We love this cottage."
it has every comfort you will need while enjoying your holiday. This was our 4th stay at this lovely location. I think that says it all.
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"I have recommended this property to several people over the course of my time there."
The little extra welcoming touches made it even better. A good base for seeing the Borders.
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"Nice cottage."
Clean and very comfortable. Good facilities within easy walking distance. Couldn’t have asked for better.
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"Lovely cottage in convenient location, ideal as a centre to visit the Scottish Borders."
Local shops a real plus.
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"Beautiful cottage in a beautiful location."
Really enjoyed my stay here.
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"The cottage was everything you could ask for - great location lovely little house and very cosy with a really super open fire."
The kitchen was very well fitted out and the bedroom had a view over the village rooftops to the countryside beyond. The beds were very comfortable too. My only comment would be a reminder that there are stairs- the bathroom is upstairs and there is a rather high step to the kitchen! Personal plea to ALL holiday cottages - please provide higher chairs.
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"This is a lovely cottage, well presented and very comfortable."
I can highly recommend a stay here.
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"Really enjoyed our holiday at Blinkbonny Cottage , St Boswells."
The cottage was spottlessly clean and comfortable , with a lovely sitting area in the back garden and although on Main Street it was quiet and sheltered . St Boswells is a lovely place to stay, a quiet village that had a good deli and book shop and we had enjoyable meals at both the local restaurant and hotel restaurant.
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"A lovely little cottage in a lovely village."
Quiet! All spotlessly clean. Well equipped. Near to beautiful scenery. Ideal for the two of us.
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"This is our 3rd stay at blinkbonny cottage."
It is home from home. Lovely friendly village, lovely walks around the tweed for our dog. Golf on your back door. Lots of places to visit. Central for everywhere without being in the town.
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"This is a lovely little cottage right in the heart of St Boswells and is an ideal location for seeing the Border area."
We booked Blinkbonny cottage as we had a wedding to attend in the local church a short walk away. We were very impressed with the presentation of the cottage which was very very clean and although small had been very well done.
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"Cottage was better than we expected."
I could quite happily live there. Had everything you need for a relaxing weekend away.
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"A beautiful cottage which is spotlessly clean and modern but still felt quaint and cosy."
Shops and pub in easy walking distance. We had a wonderful stay.
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"Very pleasant stay."
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"This is our second time in blinkbonny cottage."
To us it was home from home. Very comfortable. Your a short walk from the tweed.a lovely village which has everything you may need. Excellant walks for our dog. She just loves it here.
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"Really enjoyed our weekend."
Lovey cottage in an ideal location for the local pub and walks along the Tweed.
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"Very comfortable, pleasant cottage in an ideal location for exploring the Borders area."
Beautiful view from the front of the cottage? Great riverside walks for our dog- appropriate footwear required! Wonderful restaurant within a 5 minute walk, dog friendly pub about 7 min walk.
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"Perfect location for ameneties."
immaculately clean and very well equipped. excellent quality furnishings. Beware the stairs are very slippery and there is no handrail
Summary
- Two bedrooms: 1 x king-size double (zip/link, advise if you wish beds to be made up to 2'6" twins), 1 x single
- Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC
- Kitchen with dining area
- Sitting room with open fire.
- Gas central heating with open fire
- Gas oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, slow cooker,TV with Freeview, DVD, WiFi, selection of books, games and DVDs
- Fuel, power and starter pack for fire inc. in rent
- Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
- One dedicated roadside parking space alongside cottage with additional roadside parking nearby
- Lockable bike storage for 2 bikes
- Private patio garden with furniture
- One well-behaved dog welcome
- Sorry, no smoking
- Shop, pub and River Tweed 2 mins walk
- Note: Mobile phone reception can be variable in this property
- Note: Care should be taken on the polished wooden stairs
- Note: The rear patio is up 4 steps and has a steep drop of 3 feet down to the back door level
- Note: No children under 5 years of age
- Note: The washing machine has been disconnected and is not available for guests' use.
The property
This delightful mid 19th century end-terrace cottage is situated in the charming town of St Boswells in the Scottish Borders.
This beautifully styled cottage which accommodates up to three people is a couple of minutes walk from the centre of the village.
The entrance leads into a spacious sitting room centred on a lovely open fireplace and the entrance to the kitchen is at the rear of the sitting room up one step.
Looking out over the rear patio area, the kitchen has a charming cottage feel and a dining area which will seat four.
Upstairs is a comfy king-size double bedroom which can be a 2'6" twin room on request.
There is also a single bedroom as well as a comfortable bathroom.
The rear patio is up four steps and has a couple of seating areas where you can sit and relax with a refreshing drink after a busy day exploring the area.
There is the added advantage of a lockable shed, which is ideal for storing bikes or fishing gear.
A short stroll brings you into the centre of St Boswells, an attractive town with the River Tweed flowing past it and with lovely walks along its banks.
This is an ideal location from which to explore the historic Scottish Borders, from its dramatic Reivers past to its status today as an excellent area for walking, cycling, fishing and touring castles, historic Abbeys and viewing wildlife.
You can also catch the train to Edinburgh from Tweedbank station which is a 15 minute drive away.
A lovely comfortable cottage offering an attractive break whatever the time of year.
EPC Rating: Band D
EPC Rating: Band D
Short-term Holiday Let Licence No: SB-00014-F
About the location
ST BOSWELLS
Melrose 5 miles; Kelso 10 miles.
St Boswells sits on the south of the River Tweed in the Scottish Borders. There is much evidence of Roman occupation, dating from almost two thousand years ago. Today, St Boswells is known for being on the route of St Cuthbert’s Way, the long distance path from Melrose Abbey to the Holy Island of Lindisfarne. The village boasts a hotel, café, several shops, post office, butcher and a garage. As well as spectacular salmon and brown trout fishing on the River Tweed, the local riverside walks take in attractive scenery. An ideal venue for walkers and cyclists, St Boswells is surrounded by the gorgeous Borders landscape. If you want to venture further afield, Edinburgh is approximately an hour away, as is the Berwickshire coast.
Note: No children under 5 years of age.
This property offers the following short breaks:
- Winter
- Off-season
- Last minute
- Christmas