• Entire home
  • 1130 ft² size
  • Kitchen
  • Garden
  • Pets allowed
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Private bathroom
  • Parking on site
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1 Blinkbonny Cottages enjoys a location in Saint Boswells, just 45 km from Etal Castle and 36 km from Traquair House. The property is non-smoking and is situated 8.1 km from Melrose Abbey. This holiday home has 2 bedrooms, a kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, a TV, a seating area and 1 bathroom. Featuring free private parking, this 4-star holiday home also features free WiFi. The accommodation offers a fireplace. Guests at the holiday home can enjoy cycling nearby, or make the most of the garden. The nearest airport is Edinburgh Airport, 71 km from 1 Blinkbonny Cottages.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (10.0)

Free private parking available on-site


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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 single bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.5
Facilities
9.6
Cleanliness
10
Comfort
9.2
Value for money
9.2
Location
10
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Neil
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Excellent accommodation with a bath-most unusual and greatly appreciated!
  • Kirsten
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Had some welcome essentials in the kitchen, and bathroom. Note to others look round before hitting the co-op!
  • Jean
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Location right on the St Cuthbert’s Way path, walk straight from front door along the beautiful river Tweed. 50 yards from small convenience store. A few minutes drive to Melrose & other historic attractions.

Managed by Sykes Holiday Cottages

Company review score: 9.1Based on 74,426 reviews from 21614 properties
21614 managed properties

Company information

Sykes Holiday Cottages is an independent holiday cottage rental agency, with the finest selection of holidays across the UK and Ireland. Whether it’s a family-friendly holiday, a pet-friendly holiday or an activity and adventure-filled holiday, find your ideal UK break with Sykes Holiday Cottages. Our sister brands include Abersoch Quality Homes, Best of Suffolk, Carbis Bay Holidays, Character Cottages, Coast and Country Cottages, Coast and Country Holidays, Cornish Cottage Holidays, Dream Cottages, Heart of the Lakes, Helpful Holidays, Hideaways, Hogans Irish Cottages, John Bray, Lakes Cottage Holidays, Lake District Lodge Holidays, Lakelovers, Manor Cottages, Menai Holidays, Northumbria Coast & Country, Welsh Coast and Country Cottages and Yorkshire Coastal Cottages, and our family extends as far as Bachcare in New Zealand.

Property information

1 Blinkbonny Cottages is a lovely mid 19th century end-terrace cottage situated in the town of St Boswells just five miles from Melrose in the Scottish Borders. The cottage can sleep three people in one king-size double bedroom which can be a 2'6" twin on request and one single bedroom. Also in the cottage is a family bathroom, a kitchen with dining area and a sitting room with woodburner. Outside is roadside parking and a patio with furniture. 1 Blinkbonny Cottages is a delightful cottage from which to tour this amazing part of the country. Note: No children under 5 years of age.

Neighbourhood information

St Boswells sits on the south of the River Tweed in the Scottish Borders. There is much evidence of Roman occupation, dating from almost two thousand years ago. Today, St Boswells is known for being on the route of St Cuthbert’s Way, the long distance path from Melrose Abbey to the Holy Island of Lindisfarne. The village boasts a hotel, café, several shops, post office, butcher and a garage. As well as spectacular salmon and brown trout fishing on the River Tweed, the local riverside walks take in attractive scenery.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Facilities of 1 Blinkbonny Cottages
Great facilities! Review score, 9.6

Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Internet
    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
    Kitchen
    • Stovetop
    • Oven
    • Kitchen
    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave
    • Refrigerator
    Bedroom
    • Linen
    • Wardrobe or closet
    Bathroom
    • Toilet paper
    • Bath or shower
    • Private bathroom
    • Toilet
    • Shower
    Living Area
    • Dining area
    • Sofa
    • Fireplace
    • Seating Area
    Media & Technology
    • DVD player
    • TV
    Room Amenities
    • Heating
    Pets
    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
    Outdoors
    • Garden
    Activities
    • Cycling
    Miscellaneous
    • Non-smoking throughout
    Safety & security
    • Carbon monoxide detector
    Languages spoken
    • English

    House rules

    1 Blinkbonny Cottages takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 16:30

    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

    Check-out

    Until 10:00

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    No cots or extra beds are available.

    No age restriction

    There is no age requirement for check-in

    Mastercard Visa Cash is not accepted 1 Blinkbonny Cottages accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Parties

    Parties/events are not allowed

    Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    One well behaved dog welcome

    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

    This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

    FAQs about 1 Blinkbonny Cottages

    • The prices at 1 Blinkbonny Cottages may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • 1 Blinkbonny Cottages has the following number of bedrooms:

      • 2 bedrooms

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • 1 Blinkbonny Cottages can accommodate the following group size:

      • 3 guests

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • 1 Blinkbonny Cottages is 1,000 yards from the centre of Saint Boswells. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Check-in at 1 Blinkbonny Cottages is from 16:30, and check-out is until 10:00.

    • Yes, 1 Blinkbonny Cottages is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • 1 Blinkbonny Cottages offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Cycling