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The Five Turrets: stay in Scotland in style in a historic four-bed holiday home

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Outdoor dining
Exterior
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
10

Exceptional

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4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8152 sq m

Popular amenities

  • DryerDryerDryer
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

Check-in time

3:00 PM

Check-out time

10:00 AM

Explore the area

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Selkirk, Scotland
  • Popular LocationSir Walter Scott's Courtroom3 min walk
  • Popular LocationAbbotsford The Home Of Sir Walter Scott7 min drive
  • Popular LocationMelrose Abbey11 min drive
  • AirportEdinburgh (EDI)78 min drive

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About this property

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

The Five Turrets: stay in Scotland in style in a historic four-bed holiday home

The Five Turrets has been recommended by Cosmopolitan magazine, The Sunday Times and The Times as one of the best places to stay in the UK.
The stylish self catering home features fairytale castle good looks, set in a B-listed stone-built property at the heart of the Scottish Borders.
Inside is an extraordinary blend of style and substance and enough space to comfortably accommodate eight people in four big bedrooms.
Our chic bedrooms are named after the local rivers - the Tweed, Ettrick, Yarrow and Teviot.
We use award winning Casper mattress - described by Which? magazine as "supportive, breathable, stable, easy to turn over on, doesn t sag or soften, support doesn t deteriorate with time. Cons? None.”
Bedlinen is Egyptian cotton and each room is carpeted and fitted with a modern and efficient radiator equipped with individual thermostat.
Two of the rooms are normally set up as super king size beds, but these can also be split to provide twin beds. One of the remaining rooms features a king size bed and the other a double bed.
​The heart of the comprehensively refurbished home is the unique triple height living space, with sofas arranged around a fabulous wood burning stove, a huge dining table set up to provide commanding views over the stunning Ettrick valley.
There are three lighting zones all controlled by dimmer switches, so you can have it as bright or as romantic as you fancy. And just in case the fire is not enough, there are four powerful modern radiators dotted around the walls to ensure that you are comfortable on even the coldest day.
An oak and glass stair leads up to the mezzanine library, stocked with hundreds of books, more sofas and a smart 49 inch TV connected to the free fast broadband available throughout the property.
The kitchen has everything to captivate the keenest cook and is open into the main living space. We ve kitted it out with high quality appliances and cookware, including super-tough Circulon non-stick pans. The AEG oven does everything you could want an oven to do and even has a steam function for brilliant baking. The Bosch fan is whisper-quiet and there s a full-size dishwasher to make clearing up a doddle.
There s a washing machine and a tumble dryer in a separate utility room and a boot room for cleaning up after a day out on the hills.
The star of the big downstairs bathroom is the lovely walk-in Bristan rain shower, with an additional handset. You ll find it stocked with a range of luxurious Cole & Lewis toiletries. There s also a modern white bathroom suite, a heated towel rail and, of course, fluffy towels. Upstairs you get most of the same features as the downstairs bathroom - including the Bristan rain shower and additional handset - but there s also a nice deep bath to soak in.
To complete the accommodation there s a spacious entrance room, which also features a piano. Because why not?
Built around 1870 in the Scottish Baronial style, this historic listed building is ideally located at the heart of the Borders in the Royal Burgh of Selkirk, with road and nearby rail links to Edinburgh to the north and England to the south.
Working with some of the best local businesses it offers guests a range of exciting personalised packages. From a personal chef to in-house massage therapies, we can make your stay special.
Guests who can bear to drag themselves away from the comforts of the house will enjoy a region steeped in history and reminders of the region’s colourful past as the home of the notorious and bloodthirsty Border Reivers.
There’s some of the best hillwalking in Scotland on the doorstep and easy access to world-class cycling trails (with secure bike storage on site) and golf courses. For anglers, there’s the Tweed, while wildlife lovers have the opportunity to spot golden eagles, ospreys and red squirrels.
And if that’s all too energetic, guests can put their feet up in the garden where there is a lovely decked area looking out to the hills, with a dining table and eight chairs and a barbecue available. Or why not retire to one of the local bars and restaurants a short walk away for a bit of rest and relaxation?

Property manager

Gethin Chamberlain

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No smoking inside: smoking outside is fine.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Bicycles on site
  • Optional golf privileges on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 1 unit
  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,636 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed
Note from host: We can arrange home boarding for pets nearby

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Suitable for children, but not ideal for toddlers.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Private family parties allowed, of course
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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

About the area

Selkirk

Located in Selkirk, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at St Abbs & Eyemouth Voluntary Marine Reserve and Bank Street Gardens, while Sir Walter Scott's Courtroom and Halliwell's House Museum are cultural highlights. Waverley Line and Scott's View are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging.

What's nearby

  • Sir Walter Scott's Courtroom - 3 min walk
  • Halliwell's House Museum - 4 min walk
  • Abbotsford The Home Of Sir Walter Scott - 7 min drive
  • Melrose Abbey - 11 min drive
  • Dryburgh Abbey - 18 min drive

Getting around

  • Tweedbank Station - 9 min drive
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 79 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Salmon Inn - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Herges on the Loch - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Philipburn Hotel - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Woll Golf Course - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Five Turrets: stay in Scotland in style in a historic four-bed holiday home pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Five Turrets: stay in Scotland in style in a historic four-bed holiday home?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Five Turrets: stay in Scotland in style in a historic four-bed holiday home?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Five Turrets: stay in Scotland in style in a historic four-bed holiday home located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is steps away from Sir Walter Scott's Courtroom and Market Square. Halliwell's House Museum is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) away.

Reviews

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Steph M., Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness
Spacious and comfortable!
Our family of four stayed for five days and saw historic sites all around the borders. We enjoyed the space and the ever changing view from the big windows. The photos can’t really show how spacious and bright it is at Five Turrets! Beautiful!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Holly D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Brilliant stay
Brilliant stay on a sunny weekend. We went swimming at Lindean Loch and had a great dinner at number one in Selkirk which was a few minutes’ walk from the property. Really well presented house, very clean, beds were comfy, kitchen was well stocked and there’s a dishwasher. Would love to stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Christmas Stay
We did enjoy a very nice stay over Christmas at the Five Turrets. Our hosts prepared the place very nicely, even with two Christmas trees and helped out with good recommendations for the local butcher, fishing trips, etc. We did have a great time!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019