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

Charming holiday accommodation | Grooms Bothy, Nenthorn, near Kelso

Nenthorn, near Kelso, Scottish Borders

Grooms Bothy

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

4.9

out of 5

7 nights

From

£333
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Exterior | Old Manse Annex, Yetholm, near Kelso

Yetholm, near Kelso, The Scottish Bor

Old Manse Annex

Wifi
Car parking on site
Woodburning Stove
  • 2 Guests
  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 1 Pet

4.5

out of 5

7 nights

From

£273
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Exterior | Kerseycleugh Bridge Cottage, Kielder

Kielder, Northumberland

Kerseycleugh Bridge Cottage

Wifi
Car parking on site
Enclosed Garden / Patio
  • 4 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 0 Pets

5

out of 5

7 nights

From

£609
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Exterior | Nether Whitlaw Cottage, Selkirk

Selkirk, Scottish Borders

Nether Whitlaw Cottage

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

4.8

out of 5

7 nights

From

£575
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Exterior | The Hirsel - Ray Bells, Coldstream

Coldstream, Scottish Borders

The Hirsel - Ray Bells

Luxury
Wifi
Car parking on site
  • 2 Guests
  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 0 Pets

4

out of 5

7 nights

From

£775
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Exterior | The Byrness, Byrness Village, nr. Otterburn

Byrness Village, near Otterburn, Northumberland

Byrness House

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

5

out of 5

7 nights

From

£795
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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 | Sea View at Lamberton, Berwick-upon-tweed

Berwick-upon-tweed, Northumberland

Sea View at Lamberton

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

4.6

out of 5

7 nights

From

£547
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Spacious living room with cosy wood burner | The Annex At Fernyrig, Coldstream

Coldstream, Scottish Borders

The Annex At Fernyrig

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

4.9

out of 5

7 nights

From

£343
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Dog Friendly Cottages in the Scottish Borders

Charming holiday accommodation | Grooms Bothy, Nenthorn, near Kelso

Nenthorn, near Kelso, Scottish Borders

Grooms Bothy

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

4.9

out of 5

7 nights

From

£333
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Exterior | Old Manse Annex, Yetholm, near Kelso

Yetholm, near Kelso, The Scottish Bor

Old Manse Annex

Wifi
Car parking on site
Woodburning Stove
  • 2 Guests
  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 1 Pet

4.5

out of 5

7 nights

From

£273
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Exterior | Nether Whitlaw Cottage, Selkirk

Selkirk, Scottish Borders

Nether Whitlaw Cottage

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

4.8

out of 5

7 nights

From

£575
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Hot tub | Kielder Cottage Spa, Kielder

Kielder, Northumberland

Kielder Cottage Spa

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

4.9

out of 5

7 nights

From

£699
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Exterior | The Byrness, Byrness Village, nr. Otterburn

Byrness Village, near Otterburn, Northumberland

Byrness House

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

5

out of 5

7 nights

From

£795
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Exterior | Sea View at Lamberton, Berwick-upon-tweed

Berwick-upon-tweed, Northumberland

Sea View at Lamberton

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

4.6

out of 5

7 nights

From

£547
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Spacious living room with cosy wood burner | The Annex At Fernyrig, Coldstream

Coldstream, Scottish Borders

The Annex At Fernyrig

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

4.9

out of 5

7 nights

From

£343
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Surrounding area | Cross Keys House, Kelso

Kelso, Scottish Borders

Cross Keys House

Wifi
Car parking on site
Enclosed Garden / Patio
  • 7 Guests
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • 1 Pet

7 nights

From

£599
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Exterior | Hideaway, Kelso

Kelso, Scottish Borders

Hideaway

Wifi
Enclosed Garden / Patio
Pub within 1 mile
  • 2 Guests
  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 2 Pets

5

out of 5

7 nights

From

£427
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Lovely holiday cottage | The Granary, Lanton, near Jedburgh

Lanton, near Jedburgh, Scottish Borders

The Granary

Car parking on site
Detached
Garden / Patio
  • 6 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 3 Pets

3.5

out of 5

7 nights

From

£427
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Exterior | Ashfield, Paxton. near Eyemouth

Paxton. near Eyemouth, Scottish Borders

Ashfield

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

4.7

out of 5

7 nights

From

£397
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Appealing holiday home in rural location | Rowan Cottage - Whitelee Farm, Bryness, near Otterburn

Bryness, near Otterburn, Northumberland

Rowan Cottage

Wifi
Car parking on site
Enclosed Garden / Patio
  • 5 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 3 Pets

4.7

out of 5

7 nights

From

£383
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Luxury Cottages in the Scottish Borders

Exterior | The Hirsel - Ray Bells, Coldstream

Coldstream, Scottish Borders

The Hirsel - Ray Bells

Luxury
Wifi
Car parking on site
  • 2 Guests
  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 0 Pets

4

out of 5

7 nights

From

£775
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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

£1,311
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Reserve today for only £25
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

£1,111
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Reserve today for only £25
Living room | The Cottage - Border Cottages, Leitholm, near Coldstream

Leitholm, near Coldstream, Scottish Borders

The Cottage

Luxury
Wifi
Enclosed Garden / Patio
  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 2 Pets

4.9

out of 5

7 nights

From

£513
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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

£695
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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

£1,646
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Open plan living space | Auld Kirk House, Duns

Duns, Scottish Borders

Auld Kirk House

Hot Tub
Luxury
Wifi
  • 10 Guests
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
  • 2 Pets

5

out of 5

7 nights

From

£2,006
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Exterior | The Wheelhouse, Kirk Yetholm, nr. Kelso

Kirk Yetholm, near Kelso, Scottish Borders

The Wheelhouse

Luxury
Wifi
Car parking on site
  • 2 Guests
  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 0 Pets

4.9

out of 5

7 nights

From

£423
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Impressive open plan living space | Bridge Cottage, Oxton, near Lauder

Oxton, near Lauder, Scottish Borders

Bridge Cottage

Luxury
Car parking on site
Rural Location
  • 2 Guests
  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 0 Pets

5

out of 5

7 nights

From

£467
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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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