East Lodge at Ashiestiel

Set within the quintessentially beautiful scenery of the Scottish Borders, East Lodge at Ashiestiel sits in a glorious position above the River Tweed. Bounded by forest trails and walking routes, this is the magical countryside that inspired some of the great literary works of Sir Walter Scott who lived at Ashiestiel between 1804 and 1812. Private and peaceful, it’s the perfect holiday cottage for a quiet retreat to the Scottish countryside.

In the open-plan living and dining room, a combination of antique and contemporary furnishings is beautifully complemented by a warm heritage colour scheme. With comfortable sofas and an electric stove, it’s a cosy space to relax after days spent fishing the Tweed or walking its banks. A restored pine church pew is set at the farmhouse table, where you can enjoy your meals accompanied by portraits of Scott. Next door, a well-equipped galley kitchen looks out across the rear garden and forest beyond, where you might spot a red squirrel dashing through the branches.

The lodge benefits from two bedrooms, both furnished with crisp linens, antiques, soft throws and tweed textiles. The first is fitted with a double bed and enjoys dual-aspect windows and a south-facing view which fills the room with natural light. The second bedroom is equally inviting and fitted with twin beds which can also be configured as a super king. A shared contemporary bathroom with a spacious shower and heated towel rail sits between the two rooms.

Outside, you’ll find a large private lawned garden with a summerhouse and small wildlife pond. For those who wish to experience their holiday on two wheels, making the most of the fantastic cycling in this area, the lodge has the added bonus of lockable cycle storage and an outside tap for cleaning kit at the end of a day’s adventures.

A perfect holiday cottage for walking, cycling, fishing the upper Tweed, or simply whiling away the hours watching the resident wildlife from the summerhouse, East Lodge at Ashiestiel is just the place for your next countryside escape. Browse available dates in the calendar and book your stay now.