We are thrilled to announce the launch of Dryburgh Steadings; four freshly renovated holiday homes designed around an attractive courtyard and encircled by gardens and dry-stone walls. Created from restored, soft pink sandstone and sage green painted weatherboarding, the hamlet sits at the end of a no-through lane in a tranquil spot on the banks of the River Tweed.
Three of the four Steadings cottages feature enclosed private gardens, in addition to which they all enjoy communal use of the large lawned area, which wraps around the development and stretches to the hillock upon which the Temple of the Muses sits. Sleeping between four and six guests with two to three bathrooms, each Dryburgh Steading has its own distinct charm and benefits while sharing the same high-end finish and contemporary design.
The first floor of Dryburgh Steading One comprises two large en-suite bedrooms while the ground floor delivers a cosy snug, a cloakroom with shower, and an open-plan kitchen, dining and living area. The living room features a door leading out to a patio on the enclosed garden, which runs the length of the house and comes complete with outdoor furniture and a gas barbecue.
Once you’ve acquainted yourself with your immaculately presented holiday home, you can discover all that’s on the Dryburgh doorstep. The ancient Temple of the Muses, an Ionic-inspired temple dedicated to the poet and playwright James Thomson, who penned the lyrics of Rule Britannia, sits virtually in the back garden of the Dryburgh Steadings. Just across from the Temple dangles the Dryburgh Suspension Bridge – built in 1872, the bridge is a replacement for Britain’s first ever chain bridge, constructed in 1817, and safely transports walkers across the river towards St Boswells. Remaining on the east side of the river, a five-minute stroll takes you to the ruins of Dryburgh Abbey, the evocative resting place of Sir Walter Scott while the magnificent statue of Sir William Wallace peers over the mature trees surrounding the Steadings from a neighbouring hillside.
Other local highlights include the adjacent Dryburgh Abbey Hotel, which is a good spot for meals or drinks, the beguiling town of Melrose, Sir Walter Scott’s home at Abbotsford and Scott’s View, a celebrated spot from which to admire the magnificent undulating Borders’ countryside unfurl below.
As with each of the Steadings properties, Dryburgh Steading One is equipped with quality kitchen equipment, luxurious bed linen and towels, waffle bath robes, televisions, and a quick and easy first night welcome hamper of pasta and other goodies. Dogs are welcome and there is a hose pipe outside to clean dogs after walking.
For guests looking to holiday together this cottage can be booked alongside Dryburgh Steading Two (sleeping 4), Dryburgh Steading Three (sleeping 6 guests), Dryburgh Steading Four (sleeping 4), Dryburgh Farmhouse (sleeping 10), Dryburgh Stirling One or Dryburgh Stirling Two (both sleeping 4 guests each).
GROUND FLOOR
Open plan living area with a large sofa and two two-seater sofas, log burner and door to the garden.
Fully-equipped kitchen with electric oven and ceramic induction hob, dishwasher, fridge / freezer, microwave, Nespresso coffee machine and washing machine. Dining area for four. The kitchen is well equipped with good quality cookware, crockery and glassware.
Library/separate sitting room - new images coming soon.
Shower room with shower, basin and WC.
FIRST FLOOR
Bedroom one with super king bed, bedside tables, dressing table, sofa, built-in wardrobe and TV. Velux windows with black-out blinds.
En-suite bathroom with bath, separate shower, basin and WC.
Bedroom two with king size bed, bedside tables, armchair, chest of drawers, built-in wardrobe and TV. Velux window with black-out blind.
En-suite shower room with shower, basin and WC.
OUTSIDE
Fully-enclosed garden with patio area, garden furniture and gas barbecue. Beyond this is the access drive to the Steadings leading onto a large communal lawned garden.
PARKING
There is ample parking in the designated area adjacent to the Steadings. Guests are welcome to drive into the shared front courtyard to drop off luggage.
BABIES & CHILDREN
A travel cot and highchair are available on request.
DOGS
Two well-behaved dogs are very welcome. There is a hose pipe in the shared courtyard to clean dogs after walking. Guests must please clear up after their dogs.
GUEST AMENITIES
The property is very well equipped with luxurious bed linen and towels, Cole and Lewis guest toiletries, waffle bath robes, hairdryers in every bedroom.
WI-FI & MOBILE COVERAGE
There is fibre broadband available. There is good mobile coverage on most networks and a 4G signal.
HEATING
There is oil central heating throughout along with the log burner. An unlimited supply of logs are provided.
GUEST PRIVACY
Guests should be aware that the property is part of a development of four holiday lets and the courtyard and the large lawned area that wraps around the Steadings are for the communal use of all guests.
Dryburgh Farmhouse (five bedroom) sits in the same ownership, and is positioned immediately adjacent the Steading properties, but with its own garden area.
