Eyemouth Area Self Catering

Boathouse Cottage, The Columns, Boathouse Lane, Norham, Berwick-upon-Tweed, TD15 2JZ. STB 4 Star Self Catering. At the end of a quiet country lane, about half a mile from Norham village, Boathouse Cottage stands on its own by the banks of the River Tweed. Offering spacious accommodation for up to 7 guests, this charming property comprises a large, well equipped, kitchen/dining area, a comfortable living room with open fire and great views, a downstairs twin room and adjacent shower room, a double room with extra single bed on the upper floor, a further twin room and a family bathroom. The cottage has easy access to walks along the Tweed and into surrounding countryside and fishing permits can be purchased locally. Use of the next door, private heated indoor swimming pool may also be arranged for a small extra cost. Open all year. Rates from £310-£610 per week. Short break rates available in low season. Contact: Susan Dalgety. Tel: +44 (0)1289 382 300. Mobile: +44 07802 202 134.
E-mail: susan@boathousecottage.co.uk
WWW: www.boathousecottage.co.uk

Fast Castle Cottage, Near Coldingham. Perched on a rocky crag and reached by a spectacular steep track, are the magnificent ruins of Fast Castle. Fast Castle Cottage is one of a row of traditional farm cottages found on the approach to these ruins. Sitting in its own neat garden and off the beaten track, this charming property sleeps 4 and is ideal for a family. Inside it is cosy and well appointed comprising a dining/kitchen with all modern appliances, a separate sitting room with wood-burning stove, TV and DVD, one double bedroom with king-size bed, one twin room and a bathroom with both bath and shower. Outside there is adjacent parking and the garden provides a safe place for children to play. You'll find some spectacular coastal walking taking off from the doorstep and, from late October to early November, a nursery for grey seal pups on the shore below. From £295-£495 per week including all heating, bed linen and towels. Short breaks available. Tel: +44 (0)1835 822277.
WWW: www.unique-cottages.co.uk/cottages/south/berwickshire/fast_castle_cottage

Hideaway Cottage, Cockburnspath. Situated in the conservation village of Cockburnspath, three quarters of a mile from the small sandy beach at Cove and just off the A1, Hideaway Cottage is a charming 19th Century property offering comfortable accommodation just for 2. The cottage comes beautifully appointed and has a fully fitted kitchen, a lounge/dining room with open fire, one bedroom with an oak king-size bed and a luxury shower room. Outside there is a large secluded rear garden with a sunken patio. Outdoor furniture is provided. Hideaway Cottage also has parking for 2 cars. Come here to relax or to explore. You'll find Edinburgh an easy 35 miles from here, nearby Dunbar just 8, plus a host of things to see and do in the local area. Open all year. Prices range from £100 for a short break to £350 for a peak week for 2 people. One well behaved pet is welcome for which a small charge is payable. Please note: Hideaway Cottage is non smoking thoroughout. Contact: Kerry Ross. Tel: +44 (0) 1368 830760.
E-mail: hideawaycottage@homecall.co.uk
WWW: www.hideawaycottage.me.uk

Ness Street Cottage, Ness Street, Berwick upon Tweed, Northumberland, TD15 1HY. Tel: 01289 318069. Located in the historic Elizabethan walled town of Berwick upon Tweed, Ness Street Cottage is a grade II listed building within the town's conservation area. This well appointed property has 4 bedrooms sleeping up to 8 guests. The accommodation, over 4 floors, comprises: at ground floor level, a fully fitted dining kitchen with all modern appliances, a separate dining room, a lounge with flat screen digital TV with DVD player and a shower room; at first floor level, one double bedroom, one twin room and a family bathroom; and at second floor level, one double bedroom and a twin/games room. A cellar provides storage and houses a fridge/freezer and tumble dryer. Outside is a secluded courtyard garden with seating. The sea and town walls are less than 100 yards away and the town centre is within easy walking distance. Berwick is well served by train, making a holiday at Ness Street equally enjoyable with or without a car. Rates from £300-£840 per week. Price reductions available for smaller parties. Contact: Julian Thornhill.
E-mail: bookings@ness-street.co.uk
WWW: Ness Street Holiday Cottage, Berwick upon Tweed, Northumberland