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Comfy bothy set in a beautiful scenic garden
Craigieburn garden bothy is a glamping-type single room bothy in a lovely 6-acre garden in beautiful Moffatdale, a great location for walkers and cyclists. The garden has woodlands, waterfalls, wildlife and exceptional planting for you to roam in. The bothy has no mains water or electricity so is a real alternative experience, with separate flush toilet and washing facilities. Otherwise all home comforts are provided with double bed, kitchenette and wood-burning stove to create a cosy atmosphere

Romantic Medieval Castle
Barns Tower is an authentic medieval mini castle with roaring log fires and all modern comforts. The Tower is located in a beautiful rural setting on the River Tweed and is an ideal location for exploring the Scottish Borders. Peebles is nearby with great amenities and there’s heavenly walks right from the door. Please be aware that The Tower is located at the end of a rural track and due care should be taken with speed and approach. The Tower is arranged over 4 floors with steep staircases.

Garden Cottage, The Yair
Hidden away on a beautiful private estate in the Scottish Borders, Garden Cottage is a charming stone retreat for up to four guests. Overlooking a walled garden and close to the River Tweed, it’s perfect for walkers, cyclists, and anyone seeking fresh air and relaxation. From the doorstep, you can join scenic trails and connect to the Southern Upland Way. Enjoy tennis, fishing, and easy access to Glentress Mountain Biking Centre, or take a short train ride into Edinburgh for a day in the city.

Charming rural retreat in beautiful gardens
The Annex is a charming self-contained cottage with private garden, attached to a historic country house in the Scottish Borders. Surrounded by beautiful rolling hills, including part of the Southern Upland Way; tributaries to the salmon and trout-rich River Tweed; and also many miles of forest trails for adventure seeking mountain bikers, our accommodation will appeal to anyone with a love of the great outdoors. 2 miles to the village of Innerleithen for all local amenities & several pubs!

Cozy and modern flat in the heart of Hawick
This stylish second-floor flat offers everything you need for a comfortable stay. The open-plan living space features a sofa bed, smart TV, fireplace, and a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher. The bedroom includes a walk-in wardrobe and chest of drawers, while the modern bathroom comes stocked with all the essentials. Located just off the High Street, you’ll be close to shops, cafes, and restaurants. Parking is easy with free on-street options or paid parking nearby for £5 per day.

‘Curlew' Luxury Shepherds Hut with Hot Tub
A beautifully warm space, meticulously designed to maximise comfort. Superking bed with luxury crisp linen/ ample storage beneath. Kitchen area with microwave /grill, 2 ring hob, fridge / freezer & storage cupboards. Smart TV with free view. Bathroom with large power shower, beautiful sink, 'normal' flushing loo & towel rail. The wood fired hot tub takes in the breathtaking views - no other property insight. Amazing walks/biking/wild swimming on the doorstep. Outdoor dining & firepit / BBQ

Beautiful City Centre Apartment
Experience the best of Edinburgh from this beautifully renovated apartment, perfectly situated in the heart of the city. Located on the iconic Grassmarket, you won’t find a better spot to explore everything Edinburgh has to offer. 🛏 Sleeps 4 • Comfortable King Size Bed • Stylish Sofa Bed 🏰 Unbeatable Location • Just a 5-minute walk to Edinburgh Castle ✨ Recently renovated to a high standard, the apartment offers modern comfort while showcasing stunning views of Edinburgh Castle.

Foulbog Shepherds Cottage
Foulbog is a charming traditional shepherds cottage set on a working hill farm in rural Dumfriesshire. In a very remote location surrounded by rolling hills, with spectacular views down the valley. Although completely remote and secluded, this cottage has been recently refurbished with a cosy homely feel and has all the modern amenities needed including unlimited WiFi, luxury shower and log burners. The perfect place to relax and unwind with only the sheep & cattle for company.

The Black Triangle Cabin
The Black Triangle Cabin is a peaceful getaway situated on our property just outside of Jedburgh, a historic town in the heart of the Scottish Borders. The Cabin sleeps 2 people in a king size bed, with a separate living/kitchen space boasting views through the woods and across the fields. If you keep an eye out, you may see the deer that pass through regularly, or even hear our resident owl. Ideally located only an hour from Edinburgh, Newcastle and the St Abbs coastline.

Hilltop cottage
Heart of the Scottish Borders a hide away bungalow, spacious open plan living room and separate double bedroom and bathroom in an elevated position, far reaching views, no traffic, light and well insulated with lovely walks, ten miles from station to Edinburgh (1 hour). Nearest pub and cafe within 1 mile. Shops in Selkirk 5 Miles, Others in Hawick, Melrose, Galshiels, Jedburgh and Kelso Lots to see and do. Good for stars on clear nights.

Hidden gem. Cosy Shepherds Hut in idyllic farmland
Welcome to SHEP – your cosy shepherd’s hut on a vintage military lorry, nestled along an old railway line on our family farm in the Scottish Borders. Snuggle up by the wood-burning stove in winter or throw open the French doors for a summer BBQ. Ideal for couples, families or solo stays. Optional wood-fired hot tub – £50 per stay (please book in advance). Pre-light service can be requested but is not always available.

Cosy, chic Scottish Borders gem with jacuzzi
Enjoy a stylish, comfortable experience at this peaceful, superbly-equipped flat just 10 minutes' walk from the centre of picturesque Hawick, in the heart of the Scottish Borders. On a peaceful street with no through traffic, with raised elevation and commanding bedroom views across the green hills of Wilton and Wilton Park, towards the setting sun, this flat boasts a host of modern amenities for a comfortable stay.
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All about Craik Forest
With 16 square miles of untouched wilderness spreading in every direction, there’s little in Craik Forest to remind you of the busy world outside. Set in Scotland’s quiet southern uplands, not far from the border with England, this land was once walked by the Romans, and one of the many trails through the forest allows you to follow in their footsteps, along the traces of the road they built here. The woods are a glorious haven for wildlife — look out for birds, bats, toads, and red squirrels — but the most impressive living creatures are the trees that tower around you. Spruce, fir, larch, willow, rowan, some of them more than a century old, rise majestically from the moss-covered ground, with the crystal-clear waters of the Aithouse Burn running prettily among them. And if you prefer to move through them a little faster, there are two mountain bike routes through the forest, too.
What are the top things to do in Craik Forest?
Wolfcleuch Waterfall
The rambling Aithouse Burn may not seem much more than a stream in places, but if you follow it (there’s a marked walk to guide you), you’ll come to a hidden glen where it gathers in surprising force. The waterfall is an impressive and unexpected sight in the middle of the otherwise peaceful forest.
Crib Law
There’s a separate trail that will take you up this 509-metre summit, where you emerge from the trees to panoramic views of the surrounding forest. The downward trail will bring you past a small waterfall where the burn flows towards Borthwick Water.
Castle O’er Forest
If you just can’t get enough conifers, consider driving 30 miles south to this neighbouring forest. It includes an impressive Iron Age hill fort that was excavated in the late 19th century; some of the artefacts found there are now on display at the Dumfries Museum.
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