4* Rating - 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, sleeps up to 7 guests
Minimum 2 nights stay
Single storey property, ideal accommodation for guests with poor mobility (not wheelchair friendly)
Whether it's a relaxing bolthole for 2, a get together with friends, or a multi generational gathering, we cater for all!.
We hope our little personal touches, will help to make your stay with us a memorable one.
Dog Friendly - (doggy welcome pack on arrival)
£20.00 per dog per stay (maximum 2 dogs)
A delightful traditional stone built converted blacksmiths, lovingly converted and restored to a high standard in 2012.
Fully centrally heated throughout the property, so cosy all year round.
The Old Smithy provides excellent self-catering accommodation, with stunning views over open countryside with Eden Water at the bottom of the garden.
The outdoor decking area with furniture is a great a place to relax during the daytime or evenings allowing you to take in the amazing views. (BBQ supplied)
We live in River Cottage opposite The Old Smithy so are on hand if you require any assistance during your stay.
The property is modern and stylish throughout displaying a wonderful blend of furnishings enhancing the original features of this old blacksmiths.
The hall has plenty of space to hang your coats, a shoe rack to store your outdoor footwear and pop on your slippers.
A door to your left leads into a wonderful social open plan kitchen and dining room . The SMEG Stainless Steel Range Cooker is perfect to prepare that special meal together. You don't need to worry about washing up as there is a dishwasher, so you can sit and relax.
The open plan living room is spacious and light with 2 sets of French doors leading into the garden area, where you can sit on the decking area and enjoy the open views across to the Thomson Memorial, and listen to the sound of Eden Water running at the bottom of the garden.
In the evening the lounge area becomes a warm and inviting space to sit and relax, with the flickering flame from the electric wood burner, music playing or playing a game or two, and of course finish off the evening with a wee dram. Pure bliss!
King-size bedroom with plenty of space to store your items along with an en-suite with a Walk- in shower cubicle.
The double bedroom consists of a double wardrobe, drawers and beside table.
The third bedroom is a very large spacious room, consisting of a double and a single bed, ideal as a family room.
There is a triple wardrobe, drawers and a bedside table.
We can provide up to 2 travel cots and high chair for you to use during your stay FREE OF CHARGE
The main bathroom consists of a bath (for those guests who like a soak at the end of the day) with a over bath shower, designed to create an ideal combination for those guests who prefer a shower.
The property is well equipped with the following appliances:
SMEG range cooker
Microwave
American style fridge/freezer
Washing Machine
Dryer
Dishwasher
Iron/ironing board
Coffee maker
Dolce Gusto machine
TV
DVD player
Hifi system
Wifi
All bedlinen and towels
Cleaning products
Cot and Highchair on request
Hairdryers
Enclosed garden with garden furniture and barbecue
Ample off road parking
We have been awarded the TripAdvisor Certificate
of Excellence for 2018 and 2019 and the new Travellers Choice was for 2020 and 2021.
You will be met by Gail on your arrival and shown round the property.
A welcome pack is supplied for you containing, bread, milk, eggs, butter, local sourced breakfast oats and of course some Borders biscuits.
Doggies also receive a personalised welcome pack
