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THE WHEEL HOUSE - a pretty cottage close to Kelso, ideal for sightseeing

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Outdoor dining
Games room
Outdoor dining
TV, DVD player, table football, ping pong
Aerial view

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Dryer
    Dryer

Explore the area

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Kelso, Scottish Borders
  • Scott's View
    8 min drive
  • Smailholm Tower
    8 min drive
  • Floors Castle
    10 min drive

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About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

THE WHEEL HOUSE - a pretty cottage close to Kelso, ideal for sightseeing

With the Cheviot Hills in one direction and the three peaks of the Eildon Hills in the other, the Wheel House will be a joy for those looking to take advantage of its picturesque setting and superb sightseeing opportunities.

Pretty cottage with a contemporary twist
On the ground floor, this pretty cottage has been given a contemporary twist with warm neutrals punctuated by fabrics and throws in soothing blues to bring a timeless calm to your holiday stay. French doors open out to a large open garden where you can watch the wanderings of inquisitive wildlife and listen to the gentle twitter of birdsong.

The kitchen has some lovely rustic touches enhanced by fresh tickings and country inspired finishes. A generous dining space seats 8 comfortably. Since the cottage can be let in conjunction with adjoining Mill Cottage, this is a versatile space to get everyone round the table for cosy evening dining and plenty of convivial chat.

The cottage benefits from two en-suite bedrooms - one king size and one twin, both immaculately presented with crisp linens and fresh detailing.

For families, the addition of a separate games room with table tennis and table football will keep all members of the party entertained, particularly on evenings and those wet weather days.

GROUND FLOOR
Sitting room with one two seater and one three seater sofa, flat screen TV and DVD player, French doors leading out to the patio area and garden.

Three steps down to lower hall and kitchen.

Kitchen is fully equipped with electric oven, ceramic hob, fridge, dishwasher, microwave. Dining table with seating for eight. Washing and drying facilities are provided in an external laundry which is shared with two other cottages. A freezer is available for use in an external outbuilding.

Cloakroom with WC and basin.

Lockable inner-connecting door which leads to the adjoining Mill House for parties renting both cottages.

FIRST FLOOR
Bedroom one with fixed 5’ king size bed, side tables, chest of drawers, hanging rail and storage space.

En-suite bathroom with bath with shower over, heated towel rail, basin and WC.

Bedroom two with 3’ twin beds, side tables, wardrobe with drawers.

En-suite bathroom with bath with shower over, heated towel rail, basin and WC.

OUTSIDE
There is a large open garden with outside furniture to the rear of the property which is shared with the adjoining Woodman’s.

There is a shared games room which is available for guest use. This has a table tennis table, football table, Nintendo Wii and a selection of indoor and garden games.

A shared laundry facility has two washing machines and two tumble dryers as well as a Belfast sink.

Secure private storage for outdoor gear and bikes is available on request. Rod rack facilities are provided for fishing parties. A freezer is also available for guest use.

PARKING
Private parking to the front of the cottage.

BABIES & CHILDREN
A travel cot and highchair are available on request.

DOGS
Two well-behaved dogs are welcome but they must be clean and dry before access into the property and then kept to the ground floor area only. They are not permitted on the furniture or in the bedrooms. There is a charge of £25 per dog.

GUEST AMENITIES
High quality bed linen and luxurious towels are provided for guests along with guest toiletries. A hairdryer is provided in each bedroom.

WI-FI & MOBILE COVERAGE
Wi-Fi is available. Mobile reception is variable on most networks. EE offers the best coverage indoors, otherwise reception improves in the outside courtyard or garden.

HEATING
There is central heating throughout the property.

GUEST PRIVACY
The steading comprises three small cottages in an L shape configuration which all sit in the same ownership and are available for use as holiday lets, either individually or together. The owner's property is immediately adjacent and while they are on hand to help guests with any aspect of their stay, they are completely respectful of their privacy.

ADDITIONAL ACCOMMODATION
For guest looking to holiday together this cottage can be booked alongside The Mill House, sleeping 4 and Woodman's, sleeping 2. The cottages are located next to each other.
During your stay at this cottage, you'll be close to Smailholm Tower. Enjoy features like an arcade/game room. The cottage offers a kitchen and 2 bathrooms.
  • The cottage offers a kitchen, a washing machine, and 2 bathrooms
  • 8 minutes by car from Scott's View and 8 minutes from Smailholm Tower
This cottage offers its guests an arcade/game room and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Kelso cottage is smoke free.

Property manager

Crabtree & Crabtree

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Internet access

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bath or shower
  • Towels provided
  • Hairdryer

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV
  • Table football
  • Ping pong table
  • Games room
  • DVD player

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

Property is also known as

Wheel Pretty Kelso Ideal Sightseeing
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Wheel House Pretty Cottage Kelso Ideal Sightseeing
Wheel House Pretty Cottage Kelso Ideal Sightseeing
Wheel Pretty Kelso Ideal Sightseeing Makerstoun, Kelso
Wheel House Pretty Cottage Kelso Ideal Sightseeing
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Wheel Pretty Kelso Ideal Sightseeing

THE WHEEL HOUSE - a pretty cottage close to Kelso, ideal for sightseeing Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jenny L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Borders Stay
Fabulous stay in gorgeous cottage with everything you need. Very helpful, welcoming hosts. Stunning countryside with beautiful walks. Highly recommend Italian Restaurant and book shop/cafe/deli in nearby St Boswells. Furnishings/decoration beautiful although not as depicted in online listing - living room not the bright room we were expecting. Now much darker although still very cosy and comfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Claire W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Get away from it all in The Borders.
We loved our time here - the owners actually moved us into The Mill House as one of our party was limited for health reasons to staying inside and the living area in that property is bigger. But we looked at both and they are so lovely; you can tell that they have been refurbished with love and feel like proper homes. The setting is absolutely peaceful and all you can hear in the garden is the gurgling of the little stream. We really appreciated the high quality of the bedding etc and found everything we needed in the kitchen. Our dog was also very contented and enjoyed her walks down to the Tweed.The owners couldn't have been more helpful and we look forward to a return visit. Many thanks!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2020

8/10 Good

Andrew S., Rotherham

Lovely cottage out of the way from it all.
Well kept property but don’t book if you are expecting to be near to a village. Taxis not cheap and make sure you ask a price before booking. Train journey to Edinburgh from Tweedbank a lovely experience under an hour. Cottage had everything you need and the owners were on hand if you needed any advise.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2017