This stunning “Grand Designs” conversion has been described as “one of the most arresting homes in Scotland”. Look at the photographs to see why.
Built in the late 1800’s in a rural village overlooking the Cheviot Hills, this stylish church has been recently renovated, featured on Grand Designs, to offer superb accommodation in an ideal location for exploring the Scottish Borders.
Beautifully refurbished, this magnificent property is perfect for family gatherings and special occasions. Situated in a tranquil village setting, the church has been magnificently refurbished and presented to a very high standard.
The accommodation is situated on the ground and lower floor, providing luxurious retreats complete with modern, high specification bathrooms or wet rooms, including Victorian style roll top baths. The lower ground vestry area offers additional living space and a secondary kitchen.
The first floor consists of an open plan living area, including a large, modern and well equipped kitchen area, perfect for preparing grand evening feasts, a dining area capable of seating 14 guests, a games area and a large living space, ideal for evening entertainment and relaxation.
WHAT TO DO IN THE AREA
The Borders region of Southern Scotland has something for everyone, from the plenitude of wilderness walks and cycle routes, to the fast paced bustle of Glasgow’s endless shopping and Edinburgh’s steep history and tradition.
The rolling moorland, valleys and rugged coastline are a rambler’s delight, from golden beaches and fishing villages, to abbeys and stately homes, the Borders offers a diverse mixture of places to explore.
Vestry Lower Ground Floor - External access; large living space with seating, Freeview TV and wood burning stove, secondary kitchen and dining capacity for 6 adults; bathroom, with bath only, w.c and wash hand basin; double room, with double bed, wash hand basin and en-suite shower cabinet; cloakroom, with w.c and wash hand basin; double room, with double bed and wash hand basin, with en-suite shower cabinet; stairs, with internal door to church via master double room, which can be closed-off if required.
Church Ground floor - Entrance hall, with central stairway; master double room, with king size double bed and fold-out sofa-bed, access door to vestry, with en-suite wet floor bathroom, with stand alone bath, separate shower cabinet, w,c and wash hand basin; utility room; cloakroom with w.c and wash hand basin; bathroom, with bath with shower over, w.c and wash hand basin; smaller double room, with double bed with wash hand basin, with en-suite wet room with shower; family bedroom, with double bed and single daybed; storage area; family bedroom, with double bed and single bed; bathroom, with bath with shower over, w.c and wash hand basin; double bedroom, with double bed with wash hand basin, with en-suite wet room with shower.
Church First floor - Stairs; 60 foot by 40 foot living space, with designated kitchen area with bar style seating for 6 people, a dining area with table that seats up to 14 adults, a games area with pool table, a smaller seating area with wood burning stove, a larger seating area with large flat screen TV with full Sky package, and access to small balcony with seating.
Church Ground floor - Entrance hall, with central stairway; master double room, with king size double bed and fold-out sofa-bed, access door to vestry, with en-suite wet floor bathroom, with stand alone bath, separate shower cabinet, w,c and wash hand basin; utility room; cloakroom with w.c and wash hand basin; bathroom, with bath with shower over, w.c and wash hand basin; smaller double room, with double bed with wash hand basin, with en-suite wet room with shower; family bedroom, with double bed and single daybed; storage area; family bedroom, with double bed and single bed; bathroom, with bath with shower over, w.c and wash hand basin; double bedroom, with double bed with wash hand basin, with en-suite wet room with shower.
Church First floor - Stairs; 60 foot by 40 foot living space, with designated kitchen area with bar style seating for 6 people, a dining area with table that seats up to 14 adults, a games area with pool table, a smaller seating area with wood burning stove, a larger seating area with large flat screen TV with full Sky package, and access to small balcony with seating.
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- 2 Family room/s with double and single beds with shared bathroom
- 1 Master bedroom/s with king size bed with ensuite bathroom
- 4 Double room/s with ensuite shower room
Features, Facilities & Services
Linen, towels, electricity and oil central heating included within the rental. An initial supply of logs for the open fires is provided.
- 2 dishwashers
- CD Player
- Central Heating
- Cot
- DVD Player
- Electric Hob & Oven
- Extra fridge
- Fridge/Freezer
- Galley kitchen
- Garden Furniture
- Ground floor accommodation
- Highchair
- Initial Supply of Logs
- Internet Access
- Microwaves
- Parking for 5 cars
- Range Cooker
- Satellite TV
- Telephone with Honesty System
- Washing Machine
- Wood burning stoves
Please note that no bookings for 2012 are being accepted.
Special Features
- 42 inch plasma TV
- 5 Star Venue
- BBQ
- Cook and Housekeeping Services Available
- Games/Pool Room
- SKY TV
- Surround sound music system
- Underfloor heating
- Wireless Broadband
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Nearest Attractions
- 1
Floors Castle
- 2
Kelso races
- 3
Roxburghe golf course, Kelso
- 4
Mellerstain House
- 5
Abbeys at Kelso and Melrose
- 6
Walking the Pennine Way
- 7
Off-roading centre at Duns
- 8
Fishing on the Tweed
- 9
Mountain biking at Glentress
- 10
Scotts View
Area: Scottish Borders
Type of Location: Village
Nearest shop: 3 miles
Nearest supermarket: 3 miles
Nearest pub: 3 miles
Type of Location: Village
Nearest shop: 3 miles
Nearest supermarket: 3 miles
Nearest pub: 3 miles
Transport
Nearest Airport:
- Edinburgh 50 miles
Nearest Train Station:
- Berwick upon Tweed 26 miles
- Edinburgh Waverley 43 miles
Use of a car is essential to discover the true beauty of the surrounding areas.
For those flying into Scotland, the closest airport to this property is Edinburgh 50 miles away and hiring a car or 4WD couldn’t be more convenient if you are choosing to travel by air. There are a variety of well known car rental companies situated within walking distance of the arrivals terminal at Edinburgh.
If you are driving into Scotland from the south, the major arterial motorway into Scotland, the M74, although busy is generally free flowing.
Trains these days can also be an extremely accessible and pleasurable means of transport into Scotland for individuals and groups alike. All the major railway stations have car hire companies located in situ, enabling the transition from carriage to car to be as stress free as possible. The East Coast mainline runs between London and Edinburgh-Waverley, approximately 43 miles from the property, which will take approximately four and a half hours, requiring just a short drive for the remainder of the journey. The closest train station to the property in Berwick on Tweed 26 miles away from the property.
For those flying into Scotland, the closest airport to this property is Edinburgh 50 miles away and hiring a car or 4WD couldn’t be more convenient if you are choosing to travel by air. There are a variety of well known car rental companies situated within walking distance of the arrivals terminal at Edinburgh.
If you are driving into Scotland from the south, the major arterial motorway into Scotland, the M74, although busy is generally free flowing.
Trains these days can also be an extremely accessible and pleasurable means of transport into Scotland for individuals and groups alike. All the major railway stations have car hire companies located in situ, enabling the transition from carriage to car to be as stress free as possible. The East Coast mainline runs between London and Edinburgh-Waverley, approximately 43 miles from the property, which will take approximately four and a half hours, requiring just a short drive for the remainder of the journey. The closest train station to the property in Berwick on Tweed 26 miles away from the property.
This property books: Saturday - Saturday
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Accurate pricing will be provided on request.
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At A Glance
Sleeps: 14+4
7 bedrooms
8 bathrooms
Books:
Saturday - Saturday
Travel:
Kelso 3 miles
Edinburgh 43 miles
Price (per week):
£1,800 to £4,200
Sleeps: 14+4
7 bedrooms
8 bathrooms
Books:
Saturday - Saturday
Travel:
Kelso 3 miles
Edinburgh 43 miles
Price (per week):
£1,800 to £4,200
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