Once home to a booming Tweed industry, The Five Turrets' architecture celebrates the rich history of the area and its connection to celebrated writer and Sheriff, Sir Walter Scott.
The property is credit to the vision of the owners with artistic touches and warming textiles which have been used to enhance rather than dominate. Furthermore, The Five Turrets has been recently shortlisted for a Thistle Award.
Bold colours have been used to great effect here, carefully balanced with heritage shades and reclaimed oak flooring which gives the property a relaxed, yet on-trend vibe.
The large open plan living area with soaring roof is the heart and soul of the home, beautifully bright in summer but wonderfully atmospheric on those wintry evenings when you can dim the lights down low and throw another log on the wood burner.
The dining space takes advantage of the views across the Ettrick and Yarrow hillside while the kitchen has plenty of quality features which will keep the cooks in the party happy – from divine bakes to heart-warming casseroles.
An oak and glass staircase leads up to the mezzanine level with an extensive library and Smart TV so there are plenty of relaxation spaces to suit grown-ups and children alike. And for those who enjoy a little tinkling of the ivories, the piano in the reception hall is ready, tuned and waiting!
When sleep beckons, the property benefits from four bedrooms - two ground floor rooms with shared shower room, and a further two bedrooms with bathroom on the first floor. Each features quality Egyptian cotton linen, award-winning Casper mattresses and working shutters.
The Ettrick room benefits from a window seat for taking in the view; the Tweed enjoys a birds-eye view of one of the rear turrets; Teviot enjoys an extensive outlook across the Ettrick Valley; while Yarrow has its very own tiny inner turret.
Outside the property leads down to a private garden with fruit trees which guests are welcome to pick during season. There’s also plenty of secure storage space for bikes and sporting kit for those who plan some outdoor adventures.
Finally the owners have been working hard with local providers to develop a range of bespoke itineraries for guests who are looking for something a little bit different. From personal chefs to private gin tastings, classic tours, land rover safaris, and even alpaca trekking - all can be readily arranged in the immediate area for your enjoyment.
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