Guests say
Roughley Cottage is consistently praised for its peaceful and remote setting, offering a cosy and comfortable escape with a private loch for fishing, kayaking, and swimming. Guests appreciate the cottage's charm, improvements, and the opportunity to reconnect with nature and family, away from technology.
There is no specific mention of cleanliness in the reviews, so it is not possible to provide an accurate score for this category.
The location is highly regarded for its tranquillity and natural beauty, with guests enjoying the remote setting and the wildlife, including barn owls and brown trout. The private loch and surrounding countryside are frequently mentioned highlights.
Guests find the cottage cosy and welcoming, particularly with the fire blazing. The recent refurbishments to the bathroom and kitchen have been well-received, enhancing the comfort of the cottage.
The facilities, including the addition of a dart board, boats, and a paddleboard, are appreciated by guests. However, some guests noted the lack of electrical outlets for charging devices and the rough access road, suggesting room for improvement.
While guests express overall satisfaction with their stays, there is no mention of gifts or special touches that would indicate thoughtfulness from the hosts. Therefore, a score cannot be provided for this category.
About this property
Newcastleton 5.1 miles. For the ultimate rural retreat in a stunning lochside setting, Roughley Cottage near Newcastleton on the Scottish Borders, is the perfect location and is ideal for a family or group of friends looking to get away from it all. Inside, the accommodation is rustic and well-presented and provides a great base from which to explore the wonders of the Scottish Borders. The open-plan living space boasts original features such as solid wood flooring, wood panelling, and a feature open fireplace, making it the perfect place to curl up together, get warm in front of the fire and plan your activities. The kitchen is basic but has all the facilities needed to create delicious food for the whole holiday party and the bedrooms are all suitably cottagey with feature fireplaces and large windows maximising the stunning views of the open countryside. It is all about the outdoors at Roughley Cottage with the property boasting its own loch and boathouse so why not take out a canoe or go fishing? You never know – you might see an otter on the loch! There are so many walks, hikes and bike rides available on the doorstep and there is nowhere better to be at sunrise and sunset than here where the countryside offers a simply sublime backdrop. The nearest village to the cottage is Newcastleton, a picturesque village in the Liddesdale Valley which is steeped in history and boasts its own hermitage castle. The area is known for its outdoor activities offering including mountain biking trails, fishing, walking, wildlife watching and an outdoor adventure centre. Other places worth visiting include Kielder Observatory, Leaplish Waterside Park and Walby Farm Park, and Gretna Green and Carlisle are just a short drive away. If you are looking for a countryside retreat to get away from it all with walks, hikes and trails on the doorstep, then Roughley Cottage is the holiday destination for you.
The village of Newcastleton, sits just a few miles from the border of Scotland with England, in the Liddesdale Valley. It was founded in 1793 by the Duke of Buccleuch ('Buckloo’) and is also known as Copshaw Holm, or The Holm. Founded to create a centre for the weaving trade in the area, over time, Newcastleton attracted other trades including farmers, carpenters and shoe makers. Further development occurred with the arrival of the railway in the late 1800s, when the famous Waverley Line journeyed from Edinburgh to Carlisle. Historically a region of strife dating from the arrival of the Romans in the 1st century, the subsequent Norman invasion and the cross border battles between English and Scots, Liddesdale is at the centre of what was known as The Debatable Lands. The village today is little changed, and is famous for the nearby Hermitage Castle, where Mary Queen of Scots met her secret lover the 4th Earl of Boswell, and the ruin offers an imposing and spectacular sight filled with intrigue. The village is also popular with tourists due to its range of outdoor activities, which include mountain biking on the 7stanes trails, fishing, walking, wildlife watching, and an outdoor adventure centre. A vibrant and exciting holiday destination for all the family.
Accommodation
Three bedrooms: 1 x ground-floor king-size, 2 x twins.
Ground-floor bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Kitchen.
Open-plan living space with dining area and sitting area with open coal fire.
Oil fired central heating with open coal fire.
Gas oven, grill and hob, fridge.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Travel cot and highchair available.
Ample off-road parking.
Gardens, open countryside, boathouse, canoes and life vests.
Two well-behaved dogs welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 6.1 miles, pub 6.2 miles..
Note: There is no mains electric (no electrical sockets) TV or WiFi at the cottage.
Note: Children should be supervised at all times due to terrain and there being a ravine 75 yards from the property.
Note: In the winter access can be difficult due to terrain.
A 4 X 4 is advisable but at your own risk.
Note: Dogs should be kept under control at all times due to adjoining open farmland.
Note: If you use the canoes then you do so at your own risk.
Note: Due to the remote nature of the cottage mobile phone coverage is often limited or unavailable
Nearby points of interest
- Kielder Observatory
- Borders Textile Towerhouse
- Hawick Museum
- Borders Distillery
Reviews (25)
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Katrina
It was exactly as described - away from it all, no wifi or phone signal, no TV, totally private and absolute bliss. The little loch was wonderful and we spent every moment that we could rowing or kayaking around it. We had everything that we needed and the hosts were lovely.
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Alexander
Will be back
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Yvonne
Interesting history of the origional Shepherds cottage.The lake is wonderful+all equiptment readily available.Well equipt inside,comfortable + cosy(My visit was the second week in March) open fire+plenty fuel.I am disabled+this was my first adventure on my own to see if I could do it.The only problem I ran into was the need for electricity for my CPAP machine,I had taken my own solar generator but sadly it was overcast+I couldn't recharge it when I ran out.A wonderful place + I will definately return when I can.