Secluded country retreat situated next to a magnificent walled garden at The Yair provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
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1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 497 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Free Wi-Fi
Outdoor space
Parking available
The current price is €280
€280
includes taxes & fees
12 Apr - 13 Apr
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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
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
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
Smoke-free property
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)
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
Pets
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
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
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
Property is also known as
Secluded Country Retreat Situated Magnificent Walled Garden
Secluded Country Retreat Situated Magnificent Walled Garden
637061
About the area
Galashiels is home to this cottage. The area's natural beauty can be seen at St Abbs & Eyemouth Voluntary Marine Reserve and Bank Street Gardens, while Halliwell's House Museum and Old Gala House are cultural highlights. Traquair House Maze and Scott's View are also worth visiting. Visit our Galashiels travel guide
How much is parking at Secluded country retreat situated next to a magnificent walled garden at The Yair?
On-site parking is available at 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 1 Apr 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 12 Apr 2026 start from €280, including 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.
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.
What time is check-out at Secluded country retreat situated next to a magnificent walled garden at The Yair?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Secluded country retreat situated next to a magnificent walled garden at The Yair located?
Situated in Galashiels, this cottage is 2 mi (3.2 km) from Three Brethren and within 6 miles (10 km) of Market Square and Halliwell's House Museum. Old Gala House and Abbotsford The Home Of Sir Walter Scott are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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Secluded country retreat situated next to a magnificent walled garden at The Yair Reviews
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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!
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!
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!
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
Lutz K.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Thorsten K.
2 Sept 2017
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.
Thorsten K.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017
Archival
10/10 Excellent
David C.
24 Jan 2017
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.