Lochside Stable Hse Town Yetholm

This is Lochside Stable House. It's a converted stable block near Town Yetholm in the Scottish Borders. It's detached and sits in its own garden, with a view over Yetholm Loch from the front. That's a wildlife reserve.

It sleeps ten people in four bedrooms. There are two bathrooms. It's got a 3 Star rating, so it's comfortable and spacious rather than brand new. You can bring dogs, up to four of them.

The garden is big and enclosed, which is good for dogs and children. There's a hot tub, a firepit, and some garden games. Inside, the kitchen has a big table and an electric range cooker. There's an open fire in the living room, lots of books, and a piano. In a shared barn next door there's a snooker table and dartboard.

The village of Yetholm is two miles away. It has a couple of pubs, a shop, and a post office. Kelso is about seven miles for bigger supermarkets. You can walk from the house into the woods and around the loch. There's a boat for guests to use on the loch, if you fancy some rowing or fishing.

For days out, you've got the Northumberland coast and its beaches about half an hour's drive. The hills around here are good for walking. Kelso has a ruined abbey. Alnwick Castle and its gardens are just over an hour away. Edinburgh is also about an hour if you want a city trip.

In terms of facilities, it's got parking, wifi, a washing machine, a dishwasher, and bedding is provided. They can provide a cot and highchair. It's on a working farm with horses and sheep.

Useful links if you're planning: National Trust Scotland and Visit Scotland Borders.