Set on a working farm near the banks of Whiteadder River, this country cottage offers comfort and elegance in equal measure
Built from traditional stone and set on a working farm, complete with white geese pottering around the garden, Goose Cottage is the epitome of rural charm. Yet it also boasts elegant, spacious interiors and fabulous contemporary bathrooms, making it the perfect option for families without compromise on sophisticated design.
Guests reach Goose Cottage by following a long, tree-lined road flanked by farmland. Stepping into this homely stone cottage, they first discover the welcoming sitting room, whose restrained colour palette places the focus on a pretty portrait of a white goose and the wood-burning stove set beneath a custom-made Lime timber mantel, repurposed from a wind-felled tree on the farm. A separate snug, which also features a wood burner and large L-shaped leather sofa, is the perfect spot for relaxed family evenings, or for settling the children in front of the television while the adults enjoy the peace of the elegant sitting room.
A large kitchen with inky blue units and an electric range cooker shares a light-filled room with the dining area, which features a rustic-chic wooden dining table for six and leads out into the enclosed garden for easy al fresco dining. The garden bounds onto the surrounding farmland and the owners of Goose Cottage will happily show guests around their working farm, introducing them to the resident horses, lambs and chickens, not forgetting those curious white geese of course!
The ground floor, which is warmed entirely by underfloor heating, further boasts an impressive wet room, encased in stone tiles with a rainforest shower and separate basin and loo.
Moving upstairs, there’s a stylish family bathroom with crisp white tiles and slate grey units and three bedrooms. Each set under the cottage’s sloping eaves, there’s a master bedroom with a king-size bed, a pretty twin bedroom, and a children’s bedroom with a bunk bed and pull-out truckle bed. Youngsters will love the delightful children’s reading nook and play area on the hallway here, complete with a fur rug and bean bags.
Ideally placed to explore the nearby towns of Berwick-upon-Tweed and Kelso, Goose Cottage also offers plenty in the way of doorstep entertainment. There’s the farm to explore (although please note children must be supervised when adventuring outside of the enclosed garden); strolls, fishing and picnics on the banks of Whiteadder river; and country walks and bicycle rides starting from the farm.
GROUND FLOOR
Access into a large sitting room with two large sofas, armchair, wood burner (with supply of logs provided). Please note there is a TV in the second sitting room/snug which also sits on the ground floor. If a TV in the principal sitting room is essential to your stay, please contact us.Inner hall with bench seat and hanging rail.
Kitchen with dining area seating six guests, Belling electric range cooker with grill, double oven and warming drawer, five-ring ceramic hob with warming plate, large fridge / freezer, washer / dryer, dishwasher, microwave, Magimix Nespresso coffee machine, wine fridge. Access door to the rear enclosed garden.
Large ground floor wet room with rainforest head shower and separate mixer, basin and WC.
Snug with corner sofa, wall-mounted Smart TV, wood burner (with supply of logs provided).
FIRST FLOOR
Upper hall with two beanbags for children, play tent and a small selection of games and toys.
Bedroom one with king size bed, side tables, chest of drawers, hanging rail with hangers.
Bedroom two with 3' twin beds, side tables, chest of drawers, hanging rail with hangers.
Bedroom three with children's bunk beds, with a separate pull-out truckle bed (only suitable for children).
Family bathroom with bath and separate shower tap mixer, basin and WC.
OUTSIDE
There is a large enclosed lawned garden with patio area. This bounds onto farmland and a working farm. This has garden furniture and a fire pit. A gas barbecue is available.
PARKING
There is ample parking in the driveway for 2-3 cars.
BABIES & CHILDREN
A full size cot is available, along with a high chair. Upper and lower stair gates can be made available on request.
The garden is enclosed, however it is important to note that Goose Cottage sits on a working farm and as such, there will be large farm vehicles and farm machinery in use in the immediate area. Children should be closely supervised at all times.
There are plenty of farm and baby animals, including geese, chickens and horses to be seen through the course of the year and the owners would be delighted to arrange a farm tour on request when timing permits.
DOGS
Two well-behaved dogs are welcome at a charge of £15 per dog. Dogs must be kept to the uncarpeted areas of the property and are not permitted on the soft furnishings or upstairs in the bedrooms.
The garden is enclosed with the five bar fencing which is secured with chicken wire, however it is important to note that Goose Cottage sits on a working farm with farm animals and livestock directly outside the cottage and in the adjoining fields. It is essential that dogs are closely supervised and under control at all times.
GUEST AMENITIES
All bed linen and towels are provided. The duvets are duck down and the pilllows are hypoallergenic. The owners can accommodate other requirements on request. Hairdryers are provided in the two main bedrooms. Hand soap and bath/shower wash is supplied.
WI-FI & MOBILE COVERAGE
W-Fi is available at speeds of around 20MB. Mobile reception is generally good with O2 and Vodafone offering the best coverage.
HEATING
The ground floor benefits from underfloor heating throughout, with central heating through the first floor. There are wood burning stoves in the sitting room and the snug - logs supplied.
GUEST PRIVACY
The cottage sits immediately opposite the working farm of the owners. The property is detached however there are two neighbouring properties nearby.
