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Secluded country retreat situated next to a magnificent walled garden at The Yair

Galashiels accommodation with kitchen

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 497 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Galashiels, Scotland
  • Place, Abbotsford The Home Of Sir Walter Scott
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Old Gala House
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Waverley Line
    ‪9 min drive‬

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About the area

Galashiels

In Galashiels .At this Galashiels cottage, you'll be within 3 miles (5 km) of Three Brethren and 6 miles (10 km) of Market Square. Halliwell's House Museum and Old Gala House are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Abbotsford The Home Of Sir Walter Scott - 8 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Old Gala House - 8 min drive - 9.5 km
  • Bank Street Gardens - 8 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Waverley Line - 9 min drive - 11.4 km
  • Market Square - 9 min drive - 10.7 km

Getting around

  • Tweedbank Station - 14 min drive
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 80 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Waterwheel Café - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Salmon Inn - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Quins - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Okome - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Secluded country retreat situated next to a magnificent walled garden at The Yair

Garden Cottage is a unique and charming secluded cottage, situated on the edge of a magnificent and truly impressive walled garden on the private Yair Estate, in the heart of the Scottish Borders on the bank of the river Tweed. Boasting wonderful views of the south facing walled garden, this property is ideal for those looking to relax in peaceful and beautiful surroundings.

The cottage comprises of two large bedrooms (which can be configured as either 1 twin room and 1 double room or 2 double rooms), a cosy sitting room with log burner, large kitchen diner and shower room with a large walk in shower. Both bedrooms are upstairs using a fairly steep staircase, which may make access difficult for some and might not be particularly suitable for the elderly or those with mobility difficulties.

Rental is fully inclusive of linen, towels, logs etc and the cottage comes fully equipped with all white goods (dishwasher tablets and washing powder provided), TV, DVD player, telephone (landline calls only please) and wifi. Responsible pets are allowed but are asked to remain downstairs.

Guests have access to the walled garden, glens and walkways and are free to roam the entire Estate and enjoy the beautiful surroundings, away from the main road. Guests can also fish for Trout (April through to beginning of September).

Being located on the Southern Upland Walk and Cycle route, a 5 minute stroll from the river, a short drive of numerous golf courses and boasting a tennis court (shared with other cottages), Braefoot Cottage is perhaps ideally suited to the outdoor enthusiast. Mountain biking has gained in popularity in recent years and there are now many published routes surrounding The Yair. The well known Glentress mountain biking centre can be reached easily by car (20 mins drive) or by bike (Southern Upland Way).

STL No: SLL000440
EPC: E

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Heating

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Tennis

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 1,041 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Property is also known as

Secluded Country Retreat Situated Magnificent Walled Garden
Secluded Country Retreat Situated Magnificent Walled Garden
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Secluded country retreat situated next to a magnificent walled garden at The Yair to the airport?

This cottage is 42.7 mi (80-min drive) away from the Edinburgh Airport (EDI) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Secluded country retreat situated next to a magnificent walled garden at The Yair?

As of Jul 2, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Secluded country retreat situated next to a magnificent walled garden at The Yair on Jul 30, 2026 start from CA $512, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Secluded country retreat situated next to a magnificent walled garden at The Yair have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

Does Secluded country retreat situated next to a magnificent walled garden at The Yair offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Secluded country retreat situated next to a magnificent walled garden at The Yair?

No, there is no casino at this cottage.

What time is check-in at Secluded country retreat situated next to a magnificent walled garden at The Yair?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Secluded country retreat situated next to a magnificent walled garden at The Yair?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does Secluded country retreat situated next to a magnificent walled garden at The Yair have a pool?

This cottage does not have a pool.

Does Secluded country retreat situated next to a magnificent walled garden at The Yair have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is Secluded country retreat situated next to a magnificent walled garden at The Yair to downtown Galashiels?

This cottage is 3.4 mi away from Galashiels.

Secluded country retreat situated next to a magnificent walled garden at The Yair Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

KG M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome Stay at the Yair

We stayed at the Garden Cottage and enjoyed the peace and quiet of the gardens. Also we took full advantage of the many walking trails in the local area. The kitchen is well equipped and the beds are very comfy. We would love to come back again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Magical

A magical spot and beautiful house. The delicious homemade lemon cake on arrival was a lovely treat.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kayleen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A magical getaway

Such a gorgeous property - I wish we could have spent more time here! Check in is easy as can be. Highly recommend this for a getaway in nature. The cottage is comfortable and lovely - albeit with a few spider friends, but they are no bother. The owners left a homemade lemon loaf as well! The gardens are just stunning and I could have spent hours walking through them, not to mention the trails around the estate. Definitely hope to come back for a longer stay in the future! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wayne and Kim M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Garden cottage dream!

Absolutely love everything about this property! Honestly could have used the entire week just roaming around the gorgeous estate grounds . And that walled garden!?! Just a dream😍 The Fall colors were breathtaking! Super comfy bed! Cozy kitchen and living area. Great shower! Everything you need! Loved the lemon drizzle bread made by Hannah and Ollie was so kind to come and rescue us when we locked ourselves out. We would stay here again in a heartbeat!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hansjörg V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome House and Garden

The Garden Cottage is an enchanting house surrounded by a wonderful garden. Olly and Hannah take such care of the whole property and the quests. You just feel incredibly comfortable. Nothing is missing. We will be back again. Thank you for everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ANN L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Really lovely cottage

No complaints regarding cottage. It was absolutely lovely. However I found the VRBO logging in processes convoluted and difficult. Didn't actionally receive any last minute information, and neither was it available to me on going looking for the information on VRBO.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mrs Shenton

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Garden Cottage staycation 2021

What a wonderful find. Garden cottage is lovely. Beautifully decorated and very comfortable. Lovely and quiet for a relaxing getaway but within easy drive of shops. Great walks and very friendly helpful hosts.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Idyllic Cottge in Beautiful Country Estate

The perfect place to get away from it all. The Garden Cottage is situated at the edge a beautiful garden and set within an estate which boasts forests, rivers and hills. Withdirect access to the national cycle path 1 there is lovely quiet lanes to explore some of the Border towns. There are also mountain bike trails in the woods surrounding Yair. We had a brilliant day out at the 7Stanes, Glentress, this offers a huge array of excellent mountain bike trails. The property is beautifully finished, has excellent TV and wifi and the kitchen is equipped with everything needed for family meals. The owners are welcoming and ensure everything is as it should be for a super family holiday.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gillian C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Garden Cottage

Garden cottage exceeded our expectations in every way. Olly was at the cottage to meet us and explain how everything operated. The cottage has been recently renovated - looks amazing and is incredibly comfortable. The shower is spacious and powerful and the bed supremely comfortable, dressed in beautiful cotton - we slept so well at the cottage. We dined at the cottage most nights and it was a pleasure to cook in the stylish and well equipped kitchen. The garden is outstanding and it is a joy to walk in the extensive grounds. We were fortunate to enjoy some fishing and Alan is a knowledgeable and charming ghillie. We look forward to returning very soon.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great away from it all

Amazing property - amazing gardens - amazing locations- could not as for more
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Breakaway

We had a lovely relaxing two night stay here in the Garden Cottage. Accommodation was great and Ollie very helpful , ensuring we had everything we needed. Area is beautiful and very secluded. We would thoroughly recommend the property.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Irina S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Toller Urlaub über Weihnachten zum Entspannen

Es ist ein wundervolles Cottage, sehr gemütlich eingerichtet. Wir haben unseren Weihnachtsurlaub sehr genossen. Vielen Dank an Olly für den schönen Baum. Wir haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt. Man kann direkt vom Haus tolle Wanderungen zum Tweed oder über die Weiden unternehmen. Es ist wunderbar ruhig und abgelegen. Ich habe lange nicht mehr so gut geschlafen wie hier. Das Haus ist gut ausgestattet und es hat uns nichts gefehlt. Wir kommen gerne wieder.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lutz K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Für uns perfekt

Sehr ruhig, geschmackvoll eingerichtet, Betten die ihresgleichen suchen, toll ausgestattete Küche, ein eigener Walled Garden. Wie gesagt, für uns war´s perfekt. Die Nähe zu Melrose, Peebles und Galashiels kommen noch on top drauf. Der Fluß Tweed ein Traum. Gerne wieder. Vielen Dank Oliver
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Thorsten K.

Eine sehr schöne Unterkunft

Das Haus ist sehr gut ausgestattet und liegt in einem sehr gut gepflegten Park. Eine Empfehlung für Menschen, die Ruhe und Erholung in einem wunderschönen Ambiente suchen.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

David C.

Bordering on Tranquility

Lovely cottage in magnificent setting, offering a peaceful retreat for the festive season. Well stocked kitchen, cosy rooms with wood burning stove and comfy beds to encourage lazy days. The addition of a decorated Christmas tree made it feel very homely. We look forward to returning in Spring/Summer.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2016