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Overview
Just across the tree-lined green from a renowned gastropub in a picturesque village setting, Shiloh Cottage oozes charm and character.
A wonderful base for walking and sightseeing with the delights of village life on the doorstep.
The traditional period exterior of Shiloh Cottage belies the contemporary style you’ll find within, its flexible accommodation and outside space making it a brilliant option for couples, families or friends.
The spacious living room has a wood burning stove and is furnished with mid-century style sofas, sheepskin rugs and colourful textured fabrics, with french doors leading straight onto the patio and an enclosed multi-level garden which benefits from sunshine for most of the day.
Next door is a stylish kitchen with Lacanche range cooker and dining table for six, leading into a snug/utility room with sofa, wall-mounted TV and plenty of space for outdoor gear, wellies and walking boots.
Upstairs are two bedrooms, both with king size double beds, one of which has an extra 3’ single bed and separate 3’ truckle bed, offering extra sleeping capacity if needed. The bedrooms are separated by a bathroom with a large walk-in shower.
The Cross Keys pub just across the green has bags of character and serves excellent food. You will also find a well-stocked village shop and Post Office just a couple of minutes’ stroll from the cottage.
Located amidst the beautiful Borders countryside, there is excellent walking, fishing, golfing and cycling on the doorstep; nearby Harestanes Visitor Centre has plenty of family-friendly activities and Edinburgh is just one hour's drive north on the A68.
Property details
Ground Floor
Access into a hallway with hanging rail and bench seating.
Sitting room with one large sofa and one small sofa, wood burning stove with initial supply of logs. Smart TV (no DVD player). Double doors lead to a private patio and enclosed terraced garden.
Kitchen with Lacanche range cooker and five burner hob, microwave, large fridge/freezer with water machine, dishwasher, Nespresso machine. Dining area with seating for six.
This leads into a large snug/utility room with sofa and wall-mounted TV. There is also a washing machine, heated clothes airer, sink and a side door into the garden.
Small cloakroom with WC.
First Floor
Bedroom one with 5’2” king size bed, single 3' bed and separate 3' truckle bed, side tables, large in-built wardrobe with hanging and storage space.
Bedroom two with 5’2” king size bed, side tables, chest of drawers, large in-built wardrobe with hanging and storage space.
Bathroom with large shower, heated towel rail, basin and WC. Underfloor heating.
Outside
Large enclosed garden to the rear of the property with double doors from the sitting room. This benefits from sunshine for most of the day and enjoys wonderful views from the top terrace. A gate to the rear of the garden gives direct access to a private lane.
The garden is multi-level comprising a patio area, terrace and lawn with summerhouse.
Parking
Street parking directly to the front of the cottage.
Electric Vehicle Charging
For safety reasons, we do not permit electric vehicle or hybrid car charging at this property. If you’re travelling by EV, discover your nearest electric vehicle charging point here.
Babies & children
A travel cot and high chair can be provided on request. The rear garden is fully enclosed but guests should note that there is a gate to the rear of the lawned garden which gives access to a private lane.
Dogs
One dog is welcome at a charge of £20. Your dog should be kept to the large utility/boot room until clean and dry, and thereafter must be kept to the ground floor of the property only, and not permitted on the furniture.
There is an outside tap to the front and also the rear of the property for cleaning. A side access allows direct entry into the boot room/utility area.
Please note that dogs are not allowed onto the village green opposite the property.
Wi-Fi & Mobile Coverage
Fibre broadband is available. Mobile reception is generally good.
Guest amenities
Bed linen and towels are provided along with guest toiletries.
Heating
Central heating throughout. Wood burning stove in the sitting room with initial supply of logs. Underfloor heating in the bathroom.
Guest Privacy
The property sits on a terrace on the village green in the pretty village of Ancrum. The garden to the rear is private.
SHORT-TERM LETS LICENSING
Scottish short-term lets licence number: Pending
The current EPC rating for this property is band D, a copy of the certificate can be found here.
Location
Ancrum has a village pub and a local shop and post office for the main essentials, while the historic market town of Jedburgh with its magnificent 12th century abbey ruins, sits just 4.5 miles from the cottage which has a small selection of shops and supermarkets for essential provisions, or 10 miles will take you to the thriving town of Kelso with its super array of friendly independent shops, bars, restaurants and coffee shops.
For eating out, the Caddy Mann Restaurant (3 miles) is renowned for serving excellent local fayre and warm ambient surroundings.
Alternativey the Schloss Roxburghe Hotel and Golf Course (9 miles) offers both fine dining options as well as more relaxed lunches and afternoon teas.
Activities
A short 1.5 mile drive will take you to Harestanes Visitor Centre which has a busy events programme, art exhibitions, a craft centre and coffee shop, countryside and woodland walks, cycling trails, as well as a super adventure playground for children.
There are four walks which start and finish at the centre including access to St Cuthbert's Way, the stunning long-distance walking route which follows the legend of St. Cuthbert on his journey from Melrose to the Holy Island of Lindisfarne. For more leisurely routes the Cricket Park Walk is a 1.5 km walk through the forest around Harestanes; the 6km River Teviot Walk to the viewpoint at Nisbet Mill Cauld; or for amazing panoramic vistas across the Border heartlands, walkers can take a hike to Penelheugh, a 150 foot tower built between 1817 and 1824 to commemorate the Battle of Waterloo.
A little further down the road, the grounds and gardens of Monteviot House sit on the banks of the River Teviot where gardening enthusiasts will delight at the arboretum, rose garden, herbaceous shrub borders and water garden. The Woodside Garden Centre sits nearby which has a demonstration and kitchen garden, a super RSPB wildlife garden, as well as a shop and cafe for a coffee and cake stop.
The Kielder Water and Forest Park is an easy drive south (28 miles) and is home to the largest man-made lake in northern Europe. There is something for everyone here including water sports enthusiasts, cyclists, walkers, naturalists, artists, families and photographers. A highlight is the star gazing treat at the Kielder Observatory where you can view the outstanding dark skies of the Northumberland National Park using powerful telescopes and may even be lucky enough to see passing comets or a stunning meteor shower.
Alternatively, a half-hour drive from the property will take you to Newcastleton, home to the outstanding 7Stanes mountain biking centre and Rock UK outdoor centre where you can experience a vast range of cycling trails, family adventure days, canoeing, climbing, zip rides, abseiling, walking and fishing.
Twelve miles and ten miles will take you to two of the most picturesque towns in the Scottish Borders - Kelso, home to Floors Castle the majestic residence of the Duke and Duchess of Roxburghe; or Melrose which sits tucked between the Tweed and the gorse-backed Eildon Hills with its charming array of independent shops, pubs and restaurants and the evocative remains of Melrose Abbey as the stunning backdrop.
For day trips slightly further afield, the cashmere mills at Hawick and Selkirk offer a good day out, while a drive of 45 minutes will take you to Berwick upon Tweed and the stunning Northumberland coast where rocky coves are punctuated by a chain of imposing castles including Lindisfarne and Bamburgh and miles of pristine sandy beaches for walking, riding, kite-surfing and sandcastle-building.
The Georgian splendour of Edinburgh is an easy day trip by car on the A.68 or by train from Tweedbank (12 miles).
C&C experiences
We invite you to enjoy the most coveted and exclusive local experiences available in the North of England and the South of Scotland on your next Crabtree & Crabtree adventure.
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Wildlife
Our region is home to outstanding scenery which boasts emerald forests, pristine lochs and rivers, heathery hillsides, sweeping moorlands as well as a picture perfect coastline.
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Walking
From the lush green uplands to shimmering sea, the area boasts a hugely diverse and enticing landscape that is perfect for exploring on foot. From gentle rambles to long-distance hikes, there are a vast array of trails and waymarked routes for newbie walkers or experienced alike.
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Historic houses and castles
With more stately homes, castles and historic sites here than you can shake a proverbial stick at, visitors are quite simply spoilt for choice.
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Golf
There are 40 golf courses in Northumberland, and another 21 in the Scottish Borders offering visitors an incredibly wide and varied range of golfing options.
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Children and families
Here at Crabtree & Crabtree, we like to think we’ve pulled together some rather nifty ideas to keep tots to teens happy and entertained during your stay.
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Fishing
Welcome to the realm of the king of fish, the mighty River Tweed. Every year thousands of Atlantic Salmon make their way up river, an annual odyssey that is one of nature's miracles.
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Cycling & mountain biking
Whether you ride fast or slow, on-road or off-road, there is something uniquely special about enjoying some outdoor time on two wheels. Here in the region we have something for everyone from high-energy mountain biking blasts to gentle forest paths the whole family can enjoy.
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Ancestral history research
Crabtree & Crabtree know that tracing the history of your family can be a wonderful journey of discovery. Here are our top tips for starting your family tree.
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Shooting
For sheer variety alone Northumberland and the Scottish Borders are irresistible to any gun.
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Adventure Sports
If you love a challenge or just crave a little excitement away from the day-to-day bustle of working life, we have lots to offer - whether it be watery pursuits, muddy blasts or thrill seeking, adrenaline-charged adventures.
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Holiday photography
Family holidays, reunions and honeymoons kindle priceless moments that deserve preserving.
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Wine delivery
Crabtree & Crabtree have teamed up with Corney & Barrow one of the longest established independent Wine Merchants in the UK to offer a bespoke service.
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Dog sitting
Our experienced dog sitters will look after your furry friends whilst you are out exploring.
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Additional housekeeping
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"We had a fantastic week in the cottage and were very lucky with the amazing weather! We loved spending time in the garden and also loved the village - so quiet and peaceful. We have stayed in quite a few of your properties now and all agreed that Shiloh Cottage is our favourite!"
Mrs Pearson"Great stay, fantastic cottage and lovely village. We enjoyed the pub, play park and Harestanes. The kids had so much fun. Garden was great and trampoline/summer house area was well used by us."
Winney Family"Lovely cottage in a great village. Excellent dogs walks straight from the door. Liked it so much we have already booked our next stay."
Wilson FamilyAvailability
- One dog is permitted at a charge of £20.
- Typical arrival day: Saturday during high season. Flexible during low season.
- Arrival time: 4pm
- Departure time: 10am
"From its pretty setting overlooking the village green, a short stroll takes you to the convivial Cross Keys Inn where you’ll find plenty of friendly chat and fine craft ales."Sue, Crabtree & Crabtree
