A wonderful base for walking and sightseeing with the delights of village life on the doorstep.
The traditional period exterior of Shiloh Cottage belies the contemporary style you’ll find within, its flexible accommodation and outside space making it a brilliant option for couples, families or friends.
The spacious living room has a wood burning stove and is furnished with mid-century style sofas, sheepskin rugs and colourful textured fabrics, with french doors leading straight on to the patio and enclosed multi-level garden which benefits from sunshine for most of the day.
Next door is a stylish kitchen with Lacanche range cooker and dining table for six, leading into a snug with sofa and TV and utility with plenty of space for outdoor gear, wellies and walking boots.
Upstairs are two bedrooms, both with king size double beds, one of which has an extra 3’ single bed and separate 3’ truckle bed, offering extra sleeping capacity if needed. The bedrooms are separated by a bathroom with a large walk-in shower.
The Cross Keys pub just across the green has bags of character and serves excellent food. You will also find a well-stocked village shop and Post Office just a couple of minutes’ stroll from the cottage.
Located amidst the beautiful Borders countryside, there is excellent walking, fishing, golfing and cycling on the doorstep; nearby Harestanes Visitor Centre has plenty of family friendly activities and Edinburgh is just one hour's drive north on the A68.
GROUND FLOOR
Access into a hallway with hanging rail and bench seating.
Sitting room with one large sofa and one small sofa, wood burning stove with initial supply of logs. Smart TV (no DVD player). Double doors lead to a private patio and enclosed terraced garden.
Kitchen with Lacanche range cooker and five burner hob, microwave, large fridge/freezer with water machine, dishwasher, Nespresso machine. Dining area with seating for six. This leads into a large snug/utility room with sofa and TV and also a washing machine, heated clothes airer, sink and a side door into the garden.
Small cloakroom with WC.
FIRST FLOOR
Bedroom one with 5’2” king size bed, single 3' bed and separate 3' truckle bed, side tables, large in-built wardrobe with hanging and storage space.
Bedroom two with 5’2” king size bed, side tables, chest of drawers, large in-built wardrobe with hanging and storage space.
Bathroom with large shower, heated towel rail, basin and WC. Underfloor heating.
OUTSIDE
Large enclosed garden to the rear of the property with double doors from the sitting room. This benefits from sunshine for most of the day and enjoys wonderful views from the top terrace. A gate to the rear of the garden gives direct access onto a private lane.
The garden is multi-level comprising a patio area, terrace and lawn with summerhouse.
PARKING
Street parking directly to the front of the cottage.
BABIES & CHILDREN
A travel cot and high chair can be provided on request. The rear garden is fully enclosed but guests should note that there is a gate to the rear of the lawned garden which gives access to a private lane.
DOGS
One dog is welcome at a charge of £20. Your dog should be kept to the large utility/boot room until clean and dry, and thereafter must be kept to the ground floor of the property only, and not permitted on the furniture.
There is an outside tap to the front and also the rear of the property for cleaning. A side access allows direct entry into the boot room/utility area.
WIFI & MOBILE COVERAGE
Fibre broadband is available. Mobile reception is generally good.
GUEST AMENITIES
Bed linen and towels are provided along with guest toiletries.
HEATING
Central heating throughout. Wood burning stove in the sitting room with initial supply of logs. Underfloor heating in the bathroom.
GUEST PRIVACY
The property sits on a terrace on the village green in the pretty village of Ancrum. The garden to the rear is private.
