Cottages in the Scottish Borders

Spanning an impressive 1800 square miles, the Scottish Borders stretch from Edinburgh and The Lothians in the north to Dumfries and Galloway in the west, and down to Northumberland in the south. With its breathtaking Berwickshire coastline in the east, rolling hills, and open countryside, it's easy to see why this enchanting land captivated Sir Walter Scott. Here, adventure awaits at every turn. Whether you're exploring two renowned 7stanes mountain biking centres or indulging in off-road quad biking, archery, surfing, treetop adventures—and even walking—it's a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts. Fishing on both the River Tweed and Teviot promises tranquil yet thrilling experiences. And for golf lovers? There are 24 exceptional courses just waiting for you. When it's time to unwind from all that activity, visit some historic market towns like Peebles, Jedburgh or Melrose. So why wait any longer? Our cottages in the Scottish Borders promise a holiday experience that's truly unparalleled.

Scottish Borders

Popular Holiday Cottages in the Scottish Borders

Exterior | Haven View, Berwick upon Tweed

Berwick upon Tweed, Northumberland

Haven View

Coastal
Wifi
Pub within 1 mile
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 0 Pets

4.9

out of 5

7 nights

From

£427
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Exterior | 4 Murton Whitehouse Steading, Berwick Upon Tweed

Berwick Upon Tweed, Northumberland

4 Murton Whitehouse Steading

Coastal
Wifi
Car parking on site
  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • 2 Pets

4.5

out of 5

7 nights

From

£609
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Living room/dining room | Newton Cottage - Border Cottages, Leitholm, near Coldstream

Leitholm, near Coldstream, Scottish Borders

Newton Cottage

Luxury
Wifi
Pub within 1 mile
  • 2 Guests
  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 0 Pets

5

out of 5

7 nights

From

£393
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Exterior | Cloud Cottage, Duns

Duns, Scottish Borders

Cloud Cottage

Wifi
Car parking on site
Pub within 1 mile
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 2 Pets

4.5

out of 5

7 nights

From

£433
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Exterior | Pentland Pod, Leadburn, near West Linton

Leadburn, near West Linton, Midlothian

Pentland Pod

Hot Tub
Wifi
Car parking on site
  • 4 Guests
  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 0 Pets

4.8

out of 5

7 nights

From

£569
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Charming holiday home | Melgund Glen Lodge, Minto, near Hawick

Minto, near Hawick, Scottish Borders

Melgund Glen Lodge

Wifi
Car parking on site
Pub within 1 mile
  • 5 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 2 Pets

4.8

out of 5

7 nights

From

£537
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Exterior | The Shieling, Biggar

Biggar, South Lanarkshire

The Shieling

Wifi
Car parking on site
Pub within 1 mile
  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 0 Pets

4.7

out of 5

7 nights

From

£503
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Exterior | Groom’s Bell - Castletoun Cottages, Greenlaw, near Duns

Greenlaw, near Duns, Scottish Borders

Groom’s Bell

Hot Tub
Wifi
Car parking on site
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 2 Pets

5

out of 5

7 nights

From

£809
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Exterior | Saddlers Cottage, Melrose

Melrose, Scottish Borders

Saddlers Cottage

Wifi
Car parking on site
Pub within 1 mile
  • 5 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 0 Pets

4.7

out of 5

7 nights

From

£527
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Delightful holiday home in a picturesque setting | Nettlebush Cottage - Drumelzier Place Farm, Drumelzier, near Peebles

Drumelzier, near Peebles, Scottish Borders

Nettlebush Cottage

Wifi
Car parking on site
Enclosed Garden / Patio
  • 2 Guests
  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 1 Pet

4.9

out of 5

7 nights

From

£347
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Living room | Black Grouse, Biggar

Biggar, South Lanarkshire

Black Grouse

Wifi
Car parking on site
Garden / Patio
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 1 Pet

4.4

out of 5

7 nights

From

£433
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Dog Friendly Cottages in the Scottish Borders

Exterior | 4 Murton Whitehouse Steading, Berwick Upon Tweed

Berwick Upon Tweed, Northumberland

4 Murton Whitehouse Steading

Coastal
Wifi
Car parking on site
  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • 2 Pets

4.5

out of 5

7 nights

From

£609
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Exterior | Stonebank House, Lamberton, near Berwick

Lamberton, near Berwick, Scottish Borders

Stonebank House

Wifi
Car parking on site
Detached
  • 10 Guests
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 2 Pets

4.7

out of 5

7 nights

From

£849
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Exterior | Cloud Cottage, Duns

Duns, Scottish Borders

Cloud Cottage

Wifi
Car parking on site
Pub within 1 mile
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 2 Pets

4.5

out of 5

7 nights

From

£433
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Charming holiday home | Melgund Glen Lodge, Minto, near Hawick

Minto, near Hawick, Scottish Borders

Melgund Glen Lodge

Wifi
Car parking on site
Pub within 1 mile
  • 5 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 2 Pets

4.8

out of 5

7 nights

From

£537
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Exterior | Groom’s Bell - Castletoun Cottages, Greenlaw, near Duns

Greenlaw, near Duns, Scottish Borders

Groom’s Bell

Hot Tub
Wifi
Car parking on site
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 2 Pets

5

out of 5

7 nights

From

£809
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Exterior | Stable Yard Cottage - Castleton Cottages, Greenlaw, near Duns

Greenlaw, near Duns, Scottish Borders

Stable Yard Cottage

Hot Tub
Wifi
Car parking on site
  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 2 Pets

7 nights

From

£902
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Delightful holiday home in a picturesque setting | Nettlebush Cottage - Drumelzier Place Farm, Drumelzier, near Peebles

Drumelzier, near Peebles, Scottish Borders

Nettlebush Cottage

Wifi
Car parking on site
Enclosed Garden / Patio
  • 2 Guests
  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 1 Pet

4.9

out of 5

7 nights

From

£347
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Living room | Black Grouse, Biggar

Biggar, South Lanarkshire

Black Grouse

Wifi
Car parking on site
Garden / Patio
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 1 Pet

4.4

out of 5

7 nights

From

£433
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Foulden Hill Farm Cottage (shown right) | Foulden Hill Farm Cottage, Foulden

Foulden, Scottish Borders

Foulden Hill Farm Cottage

Coastal
Wifi
Car parking on site
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 2 Pets

4.3

out of 5

7 nights

From

£333
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Stunning sea and harbour views from this holiday home  | Beul-An-Latha, St Abbs, near Eyemouth

St Abbs, near Eyemouth, Scottish Borders

Beul-An-Latha

Coastal
Car parking on site
Coast within 1 mile
  • 5 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 1 Pet

4.3

out of 5

7 nights

From

£417
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Terraced cottage, directly overlooking the sea at Burnmouth Harbour | Archie’s Cottage, Burnmouth, near Eyemouth

Burnmouth, near Eyemouth, Scottish Borders

Archie’s Cottage

Coastal
Wifi
Car parking on site
  • 5 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 1 Pet

4.4

out of 5

7 nights

From

£403
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Exterior | The Mansion House at Kirkhill, Gorebridge, near Edinburgh

Gorebridge, near Edinburgh, Midlothian

The Mansion House at Kirkhill

Wifi
Car parking on site
Garden / Patio
  • 26 Guests
  • 10 Bedrooms
  • 9 Bathrooms
  • 3 Pets

3

out of 5

7 nights

From

£4,484
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Luxury Cottages in the Scottish Borders

Living room/dining room | Newton Cottage - Border Cottages, Leitholm, near Coldstream

Leitholm, near Coldstream, Scottish Borders

Newton Cottage

Luxury
Wifi
Pub within 1 mile
  • 2 Guests
  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 0 Pets

5

out of 5

7 nights

From

£393
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Grade B listed, Scottish Baronial-style townhouse | The Five Turrets, Selkirk

Selkirk, Scottish Borders

The Five Turrets

Luxury
Wifi
Car parking on site
  • 8 Guests
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 0 Pets

7 nights

From

£1,727
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Living area | Tweedford Cottage - Drumelzier Place Farm, Drumelzier, near Peebles

Drumelzier, near Peebles, Scottish Borders

Tweedford Cottage

Luxury
Wifi
Car parking on site
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 1 Pet

4.9

out of 5

7 nights

From

£655
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Exterior | The Cart House, Duns

Duns, Scottish Borders

The Cart House

Hot Tub
Luxury
Wifi
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 0 Pets

5

out of 5

7 nights

From

£889
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Exterior | The Old Bakery - Paxton House, Berwick-Upon-Tweed

Berwick-Upon-Tweed, Northumberland

Paxton House - The Old Bakery

Luxury
Car parking on site
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 0 Pets

4

out of 5

7 nights

From

£523
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Exterior | The Embassy, Eyemouth

Eyemouth, Scottish Borders

The Embassy

Coastal
Luxury
Wifi
  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • 0 Pets

5

out of 5

7 nights

From

£1,644
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Hot tub | The Bothy - Kersmains Cottages, Kelso

Kelso, Scottish Borders

The Bothy

Hot Tub
Luxury
Wifi
  • 2 Guests
  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 0 Pets

5

out of 5

7 nights

From

£1,110
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Hot tub | The Lodge - Kersmains Cottages, Kelso

Kelso, Scottish Borders

The Lodge

Hot Tub
Luxury
Wifi
  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 2 Pets

5

out of 5

7 nights

From

£1,309
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Exterior | The Hemmel - Old Mill Holidays, West Moneylaws, near Cornhill-upon-Tweed

West Moneylaws, near Cornhill-upon-Tweed, Northumberland

Old Mill Holidays - The Hemmel

Luxury
Wifi
Car parking on site
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 2 Pets

5

out of 5

7 nights

From

£685
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Inspiration of things to see and do in our cottages in the Scottish Borders

As one of the easiest regions in Scotland to reach, this area is known for its rich history, stunning landscapes, and diverse cultural offerings. If you visit in June, don't miss the Borders Book Festival in Melrose. This annual event celebrates literature and hosts talks, discussions, and book signings with well-known authors.

Here are the top five things to see and do:

Melrose Abbey

Visit the magnificent Melrose Abbey, one of Scotland's most beautiful medieval ruins. The abbey's intricate architecture and lush surroundings make it a fascinating historical site to explore.

Abbotsford House

Discover the former home of Sir Walter Scott, one of Scotland's most celebrated writers. Abbotsford House is a stunning mansion filled with Scott's personal belongings, rare books, and beautiful art collections.

Jedburgh Abbey

Another impressive abbey in the Scottish Borders is Jedburgh Abbey. Explore the well-preserved ruins and learn about the abbey's rich history, which dates back to the 12th century.

Scott's View

Take in the breathtaking scenery from Scott's View, a viewpoint near the village of St Boswells. The view overlooks the River Tweed and the Eildon Hills, which was a favourite spot of Sir Walter Scott.

Outdoor Activities

The Scottish Borders offers plenty of opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts. Enjoy scenic walks and hikes along the Southern Upland Way or explore the tranquil beauty of the Borders Forest Park. Golfers will also appreciate the region's excellent golf courses.

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