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Lochside Garden House, Kelso

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Lochside Garden House is a spacious seven-bedroom retreat in the Scottish Borders. This property sleeps 14 guests and welcomes pets, making it perfect for large family gatherings. The private hot tub offers relaxation after days exploring the countryside.

The Scottish Borders provides rolling hills and peaceful landscapes. Historic market towns sit within easy reach. The area offers excellent walking routes for you and your dogs.

The accommodation features seven bedrooms sleeping 14 guests across multiple floors. Three bathrooms serve the property. The kitchen and dining areas provide space for group meals. Living rooms offer comfortable seating for everyone.

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About Lochside Garden House

Lochside Garden House is a spacious seven-bedroom retreat in the Scottish Borders. This property sleeps 14 guests and welcomes pets, making it perfect for large family gatherings. The private hot tub offers relaxation after days exploring the countryside.

The Scottish Borders provides rolling hills and peaceful landscapes. Historic market towns sit within easy reach. The area offers excellent walking routes for you and your dogs.

The accommodation features seven bedrooms sleeping 14 guests across multiple floors. Three bathrooms serve the property. The kitchen and dining areas provide space for group meals. Living rooms offer comfortable seating for everyone. Outdoor spaces include gardens where pets can roam freely.

Melrose Abbey lies 15 miles away (25 minutes). Floors Castle sits 8 miles distant (15 minutes). Jedburgh Abbey is 12 miles away (20 minutes). The Borders Railway connects to Edinburgh, 45 miles north (one hour).

This property suits multi-generational families and dog owners wanting space and comfort. Lochside Garden House combines countryside peace with easy access to Scottish Border attractions.

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Need To Know

Lochside Garden House

  • Private and self-contained wing of a Victorian country house
  • Electric central heating throughout
  • Electricity included in rental
  • Wi-Fi internet access included
  • On-site car parking available
  • Check-in time from 16:00; check-out time before 10:00
  • Two open fires with logs supplied
  • Family grand piano in living area
  • Outdoor enclosed garden with patio, garden furniture, barbecue, firepit, badminton area, large private hot tub, lawns for family fun, swing, and trampoline
  • Shared external games room available
  • Adjacent barn housing a shared snooker table and dart board
  • Family boat available for fishing or rowing on Yetholm Loch
  • Extensive farm and woodland walks including adjacent woodland walks to Yetholm Loch wildlife reserve
  • Hot tub use requires additional payment depending on season: £185 per week or £140 short break Oct-Mar; £160 per week or £120 short break Apr-Sep
  • Ground floor living room with Sky TV, DVD player, games, toys, large library of books, and open fire
  • Second living room with open fire
  • Well-equipped kitchen with electric range, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, and large dining table
  • Utility room with washing machine and tumble dryer
  • Satellite television available
  • Chest full of toys and games for children
  • 7 bedrooms total: 2 double bedrooms (4ft 6in beds) on ground floor; 1 single bedroom (3ft bed) on first floor; 1 half tester double bedroom (4ft 6in bed) accessed via single bedroom; 1 bedroom with four poster double (4ft 6in) and single (3ft) beds; 2 bedrooms each with 2 single (3ft) beds
  • 3 bathrooms total: 1 ground floor shower room with cubicle shower and toilet; 2 first floor bathrooms each with bath with shower over and toilet
  • Highchair and stairgate available for families with young children
  • Cot available on request
  • Bed linen and towels included
  • Pets allowed, maximum 4 pets, with pet charges applicable
  • No smoking policy throughout the property
  • Security deposit of £200 required
  • Property can be booked together with Lochside Stable House and Avenel Cottage for larger groups up to 31 guests
  • South-facing house overlooking a secluded garden and Yetholm Loch with green rounded hills backdrop
  • Surrounding parkland grazes horses and rare breed Soay sheep
  • Nearby village of Town Yetholm approximately 2.5 miles away with shop, pub, restaurant, garage, grocery store, and post office
  • Nearest town Kelso 7 miles away with supermarkets and a wide range of shops
  • About an hour's drive to Edinburgh and Alnwick
  • Wildlife sightings possible include osprey and otter in nearby Yetholm Loch wildlife reserve
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What Guests Love

What do previous guests think about their stay at Lochside Garden House

Spacious Seven-Bedroom Layout

Seven bedrooms sleeping 14 guests provide ample space for extended families and large groups to spread out comfortably throughout the property.

Private Hot Tub Relaxation

The outdoor hot tub offers the perfect spot to unwind after exploring the Scottish Borders, with space for multiple guests to enjoy together.

Pet-Friendly Gardens

Dogs can explore secure outdoor spaces freely, making this an ideal base for families travelling with multiple pets across the countryside.

Scottish Borders Location

Positioned perfectly for exploring historic abbeys, castles and walking routes throughout the beautiful Scottish Borders region with easy road access.

Group Dining Spaces

Large kitchen and dining areas accommodate the full party for family meals, with enough seating for everyone to gather together comfortably.

Three Full Bathrooms

Three bathrooms prevent morning queues and provide convenience for larger groups, ensuring everyone has comfortable facilities throughout their stay.

Getting To Lochside Garden House

Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat

By Car

To reach Lochside Garden House by car, follow the A68 through the Scottish Borders. The property is easily accessible from main routes and provides off-road parking for multiple vehicles upon arrival.

By Train

The Borders Railway connects Edinburgh to Tweedbank station, approximately 20 miles from the property. From there, a taxi or hire car completes your journey to this Scottish Borders retreat.

Off-road parking for multiple cars
Tweedbank station (20 miles)
Accessible from the A68

Group Attractions & More Nearby

Stuff for larger groups and families to try!

Floors Castle
Distance: 8 miles
TD5 7SF
Melrose Abbey
Distance: 15 miles
TD6 9LG
Jedburgh Abbey
Distance: 12 miles
TD8 6AQ
St Cuthbert's Way
Distance: 5 miles
TD5 8PD
Eildon Hills Walking Route
Distance: 14 miles
TD6 9LT
Borders Abbeys Way
Distance: 10 miles
TD6 9LG
Kelso Town Centre
Distance: 8 miles
TD5 7HF
Galashiels Retail Park
Distance: 18 miles
TD1 1QH
Jedburgh High Street
Distance: 12 miles
TD8 6BE
Kelso Racecourse
Distance: 9 miles
TD5 7SX
Coldstream Museum
Distance: 6 miles
TD12 4AE
Mellerstain House
Distance: 7 miles
TD5 7SG
Floors Castle
Distance: 8 miles
TD5 7SF
Melrose Abbey
Distance: 15 miles
TD6 9LG
Jedburgh Abbey
Distance: 12 miles
TD8 6AQ
St Cuthbert's Way
Distance: 5 miles
TD5 8PD
Eildon Hills Walking Route
Distance: 14 miles
TD6 9LT
Borders Abbeys Way
Distance: 10 miles
TD6 9LG
Kelso Town Centre
Distance: 8 miles
TD5 7HF
Galashiels Retail Park
Distance: 18 miles
TD1 1QH
Jedburgh High Street
Distance: 12 miles
TD8 6BE
Kelso Racecourse
Distance: 9 miles
TD5 7SX
Coldstream Museum
Distance: 6 miles
TD12 4AE
Mellerstain House
Distance: 7 miles
TD5 7SG

Is Lochside Garden House Right For You & Your Dog

Discover why this cottage is the perfect dog-friendly hot tub retreat for you and your pet

For Families
The Scottish Borders offers outdoor adventures for children including walks around Floors Castle grounds and exploring historic abbey ruins. The property's seven bedrooms and gardens provide space for games and activities. Nearby Kelso has parks and riverside walks. The hot tub entertains older children safely under supervision. Edinburgh's attractions sit one hour away for day trips.
Pet Friendly
Lochside Garden House welcomes dogs with secure garden spaces for exercise and play. The Scottish Borders provides excellent walking routes including St Cuthbert's Way and Eildon Hills trails. Three bathrooms make cleaning muddy paws easier after countryside adventures. Local beaches and forests offer varied terrain for energetic pets. The spacious layout accommodates multiple dogs comfortably.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at Lochside Garden House

The Cobbles Inn, Kelso

Located 8 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: TD5 7HT

The Cross Keys Hotel, Kelso

Located 8 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: TD5 7HL

Buccleuch Arms, St Boswells

Located 12 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: TD6 0EW

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Lochside Garden House

Is Lochside Garden House pet friendly?
Yes, Lochside Garden House welcomes pets, with outdoor garden spaces where dogs can exercise and explore safely. The property provides an excellent base for families travelling with their four-legged companions throughout the Scottish Borders.
How many guests does the property sleep?
The property sleeps 14 guests across seven bedrooms, making it suitable for large families or groups. Three bathrooms serve all guests throughout the accommodation.
Does Lochside Garden House have a hot tub?
Yes, the property features a private outdoor hot tub for guest use. This provides relaxation space after days spent exploring the Scottish Borders countryside and attractions.
What are the sleeping arrangements?
Seven bedrooms are distributed throughout the property, accommodating 14 guests in total. The layout provides flexibility for different family configurations and group compositions.
Where is the nearest train station?
The property is located in the Scottish Borders with good road access via the A-road network. The Borders Railway provides connections to Edinburgh from nearby stations for those travelling without cars.
What attractions are nearby?
Melrose Abbey sits 15 miles away, Floors Castle is 8 miles distant and Jedburgh Abbey lies 12 miles from the property. All three historic sites are within 25 minutes by car.
Is there parking at the property?
Yes, off-road parking is available at Lochside Garden House for guest vehicles. This provides convenient access for families arriving by car with luggage and pet supplies.
What facilities are in the kitchen?
The kitchen provides full cooking facilities for preparing meals for large groups. The adjacent dining area offers seating for all 14 guests to eat together comfortably.

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Pet Friendly Days Out Near Lochside Garden House

Not sure where to take your dog on your hot tub break? Here are some handy and important places within easy reach. You'll find pet friendly pubs and cafés, beaches, walks and country parks, plus the nearest vets should you need one. Tire the dog out, then head back for a soak under the stars.

13 places nearby · Lochside Garden House

Dog Friendly Pubs

Google Places

Proper country pubs near Lochside Garden House that welcome dogs through the door - ideal for a post-walk pint by the fire.

The Cobbles - Freehouse & Dining

7 Bowmont St, Kelso TD5 7JH, UK

6.2 mi 4.6 (897)

The Besom

77 High St, Coldstream TD12 4AE, UK

8.2 mi 4.4 (453)

Red Lion Inn

Rose Cottage, Main Road, Milfield, Wooler NE71 6JD, UK

9.2 mi 4.7 (579)

The Blue Bell Inn

A697, Crookham, Cornhill-on-Tweed TD12 4SH, UK

9.6 mi 4.6 (541)

Places data © Google. "Dog friendly" is based on listing and review text rather than an official flag, so it's always worth ringing ahead to double-check before you travel.

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