Galashiels Vacation barn rental with beach/lake nearby, jacuzzi/hot tub, internet access and balcony/terrace

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  • Barn
  • 5 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • Min stay varies
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Key information

  • 100% refund within 24 hours after booking. See Policies & House Rules
  • Beach/lakeside relaxation
  • Nearest beach 61 mi
  • Child friendly
  • Car essential
  • Pet friendly
  • Private garden

From the owner

A beautifully furnished 5-star self-catering barn conversion outside Galashiels. A wonderful rural setting offering peace, comfort and beauty for up to 8 adults. Dignity is the reward of obeying your heart, follow yours to Elliot Houses.

Step into a timeless decor of earthy colours, solid wooden furniture, lovely muted plaids and tweeds from Anta, original paintings on the walls, and heated oak and slate floors, all in sympathy with the natural surroundings.

The open plan kitchen/living area is spacious and fully kitted out. Relax over dinner, sitting at a beautiful oak table, admiring the view through the large arched window. Dignity boasts: an electric range cooker; a large fridge freezer with an ice machine; granite worktops; two tweed sofas; and a wood burning stove which makes for the perfect cosy night in along with the board games, TVs, books, and musical instruments all included in your stay. There is also a larger second lounge/music room (with a piano, guitar, flat screen TV and a cornered leather sofa) which is great for spending quality time with friends and family.

In the garden you will find an outside picnic area and a hot tub, both of which allow you to appreciate and enjoy the peace and beauty of the Caddon valley. A BBQ is available on request at the time of booking. 

Check-in / Check out days are Monday and Friday, with a minimum of 3 nights stay over a weekend and 4 night stays during the week

At Elliot Houses we strive to offer you a taste of luxury country living in the sumptuously furnished surroundings of converted barns and houses, offering boltholes in idyllic and unique settings. We look forward to welcoming you to our Elliot Houses portfolio.

Further details

Good Housekeeping deposit £300

Dogs downstairs only, to be kept in utility room overnight. extra £25/ per week/per dog

No smoking

Changeover day normally a Saturday vacate by 10 am arrive from 4pm onwards.

Short breaks by arrangement

Dignity rental includes all linen and white towels

Our Elliothouses welcome pack includes fresh bread, butter, milk, coffee, tea , and cereal etc, ready for your arrival.

Minimum 3 night stay

7 night stay High season £1300. Low season £950

3 nights short break available September - June

Christmas £1500 pwk. New Year £ 1700 pwk

Further details indoors

All bedrooms have ample clothes storage, mirrors, hairdryers, bedside cabinets. One of the bedrooms has twin beds which can be "Zip & Link" into a superking size - guests must specify if this is required.
The 1/2 level bedroom has a super kingsize 4 poster bed, an ensuite and patio doors with a patio area and seating for 2 outside.
The 1st floor main bedroom has an ensuite, and a walk in wardrobe and a wall hung flat screen TV.
A fully fitted utility room with tumble dryer, washing machine and hanging clothes pulley. Outdoor clothing can be hung in the spacious hall. Contemporary bathrooms house glass enclosed power showers and have stainless steel wall hung towel radiators.

The open plan kitchen is spacious and fully kitted out. It boasts an electric range cooker and an American larder fridge/ freezer with ice machine. There is also a wireless didital music system. relax over dinner, sitting at a beautiful oak table admiring the view through the large arched window.

Our handbook gives details of local and Edinburgh information maps/ walks/ activities and tourist attractions, along with contact telephone numbers for most locl restaurants, services, and ammenities. Horseriding, golf, fishing, and clay pigeon shooting can all be arranged.

Further details outdoors

Dignity sits within it's own grounds with private parking. Gardens are maintained weekly. There is a beautiful view from the patio garden, where you can make use of the charcoal barbecue and picnic bench. Cool boxes and picnic ware can be used if you want to take advantage of the many beautiful border walks - there are maps and details of walks printed off and left in Dignity, or if you would rather, walk to the loch and have a picnic.

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Amenities

Bed & bathroom

  • Bedroom 1: Queen Bed
  • Bedroom 2: King bed
  • Bedroom 3: King bed
  • Bedroom 4: Twin bed
  • Bedroom 5: Twin bed
  • 1 Family bathroom, 2 En suites, 1 Wet room

Families

  • Great for children of all ages
  • Pets welcome
  • High chair

Access

  • Parking
  • Not suitable for wheelchair users

Essentials

  • Wi-Fi available
  • Jacuzzi or hot tub
  • Private garden
  • BBQ
  • Patio
  • Balcony or terrace
  • Internet access
  • Central heating
  • Fireplace
  • Safe
  • Stove
  • Fridge
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Toaster
  • Kettle
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Clothes dryer
  • Iron
  • High chair
  • TV
  • DVD player
  • Stereo system
  • Linen provided
  • Towels provided

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Interaction with guest

We live half a mile up the road - if there are any major issues, we are on hand to help.
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Cancellation policy

Full refund

100% refund within 24 hours after booking (provided the stay is at least 60 days away).

Partial refund

50% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 4 weeks before check-in.

No refund

No refund if cancelled less than 4 weeks before check-in.

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Things to know

Check in: 16:00 Check out: 10:00
If you have any questions about check-in or check-out times, please contact the owner/manager.

Payment

This rental can only be paid for online through Holiday Lettings using your credit/debit card or PayPal (never by bank or wire transfer).
Damage deposit: ($374.82) £300.00

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Smoking

No smoking at this property

House rules

No hen parties or stag parties.
No smoking.
Dogs by agreement - 2 maximum, additional fee, please enquire on booking.
Lead member must be over 21 years of age.
A BBQ is available on request at the time of booking. 
Guests must agree to the full terms and conditions before progressing with the booking.

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About the owner

Elizabeth E.
Average reply time:
3 hours 38 minutes

Calendar last updated:
24 Apr 2024

Years listed:
11

Languages spoken: English
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Reviews

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andreahE5588KC

Delightful Dignity
Sep 2021

Recently returned from our family stay in Dignity. Gorgeous cottage with everything you need for a perfect self catering stay. The open plan family space was fab, plenty space for the 4 of us & 2 … More 

21 Sep 2021

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949clairea
York, United Kingdom

Wonderful place to stay
May 2021

Gorgeous barn conversion in beautiful surroundings, the hot tub was perfect.....shame about the weather! The house had everything we needed and plenty of space. The ice and water straight from the fri… More 

31 May 2021

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gailw618

Fantastic
Oct 2020

We were very lucky to spend a week at Dignity. The house is everything you could wish for. The log burner with an endless supply of logs and coal, the hot tub, beautiful decor and furnishings, a very … More 

7 Oct 2020

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AliPat63
Glasgow, United Kingdom

Excellent property, relaxing location
Sep 2020

For us the holiday started with a scenic drive on a pleasant September day via Peebles to Galashiels road, which in itself was a welcome change from motorway driving. We were very impressed with the… More 

25 Sep 2020

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Fuzzola
Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Awesome self catering house for a family getaway
Jul 2020

Stayed here with my family (a group of 8) and the place was fantastic. The house is very well finished and is a great size for two families staying. It has two living rooms, one with a large kitchen w… More 

26 Jul 2020

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In most cases, you don’t pay a damage deposit up front. Instead, we save your payment details securely and you’re only charged in the event of damage to the property.

Occasionally, you will pay a damage deposit up front as part of the total rental cost. In this case, the owner has 10 days after you check out to report any damage. If they don’t, we’ll return your deposit. If their claim is successful, we’ll deduct the agreed cost and return the remainder.

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How do I edit my booking?

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