Crabtree & Crabtree invites you to reimagine self-catering and define your own luxury with our exclusive portfolio of holiday cottages, set in the very best spots of some of Great Britain’s wildest regions: the North of England and South of Scotland.

This cosy two-bedroom gate lodge stands at the entrance of Ashiestiel House and is surrounded by the outstanding scenery which so inspired the writings of Sir Walter Scott.

There is a popular village pub which serves food in nearby Clovenfords (2.5 miles) while more extensive amenities, including a number of large supermarkets and a Marks and Spencer Foodhall can be found in Galashiels (5 miles). For lovely shopping amidst picturesque surroundings, head a little further afield to Melrose (10 miles), one of the most picturesque towns in the Borders with an excellent range of independent shops selling fine quality food and drink including a quality butchers and fishmongers, a fresh fruit and veg shop as well as two small convenience stores. For coffee and cake, pop into Apples for Jam for a steaming cappuccino and a delicious buttercream sponge, or for evening dining, the Town House, Provender, Burts or Marmions all come highly recommended. Selkirk is also close by with more independent shops including Three Hills Coffee Roastery and monthly Farmers’ Market. Alternatively head to Peebles (15 miles) where a happy afternoon can be spent browsing the range of interiors, giftware, craft and boutique-style shops before a must-visit to master chocolatier Ruth Hinks at Cocoa Black which will leave you in cake and pastry heaven! A wide range of restaurants and bistros can be found in many of the surrounding towns to cater for every taste in dining. Abbotsford also has a visitor centre which offers a café and extensive gardens and tarmacked walks by the Tweed and into woodland.