• Entire apartment
  • 538 ft² size
  • Kitchen
  • View
  • Garden
  • BBQ facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Terrace
  • Free parking
  • Bathtub

Bastle Retreats Farm Cottage offers accommodations in Duns, 17 miles from The Maltings Theatre & Cinema and 29 miles from Lindisfarne Castle. This property offers access to a patio, free private parking, and free Wifi. Outdoor dining is also possible at the apartment. Providing a terrace and garden views, the apartment includes 1 bedroom, a living room, satellite TV, an equipped kitchen, and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and a bath. The parquet floors, fireplace, and peaceful vibe add to the ambience of the room. This apartment is allergy-free and non-smoking. There is a garden with a barbecue at this property, and guests can go hiking nearby. Etal Castle is 17 miles from Bastle Retreats Farm Cottage, while Melrose Abbey is 22 miles away. The nearest airport is Edinburgh Airport, 48 miles from the accommodation.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)

Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Guest reviews

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Staff
9.9
Facilities
10
Cleanliness
10
Comfort
10
Value for money
9.8
Location
9.8
High score for Duns
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  • Jennifer
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The cottage is cosy and has everything you could need. Perfect location to relax and go a walk to see the farm animals. We ordered the breakfast hamper which was delicious and highly recommend yoga with Alexa to start the day. Perfect stay!
  • Thomas
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Alexa and her family welcomed me to the cottage with a lovely Lemon Drizzle cake, fresh eggs from the farm and fresh apple juice - also made from the farm! The cottage is spacious with all the amenities you could need - felt like a home away from...
  • Heather
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Loved all the thoughtful extras especially the cake, lovely toiletries & big bath towels! Great location, & very quiet & relaxing. Felt so welcoming & home from home.

Hosted by Alexa- Millar Organics

9.9
9.9
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Alexa- Millar Organics
This comfortable and peaceful one-bedroom annexe is the perfect retreat for a couple. Situated in the pretty conservation village of Gavinton, a few miles outside Duns, the property sits on a 50-acre organic farm. Recently refurbished, the property offers a new kitchen with a dishwasher, combi oven/grill/microawave, underfloor heating throughout, wood burning stove, smart TV, wifi, private parking and outdoor seating area. Guests are welcome to explore the farm with sheep, geese, hens, pigs, many stunning views and the restful sounds of wildlife. Our farmhouse annexe has been newly renovated to a high standard. With Egyptian Cotton bedding and Hungarian goose down pillows, in a tranquil rural environment, we are sure you will sleep well and enjoy your retreat here.
Our family relocated to the Scottish Borders in December 2018. We have two young children and traded in the city life for a piece of 'the good life'; a small organic farm near Duns in Berwickshire. Andrew now spends most of his time farming and all that it entails and Alexa is a Primary School and Yoga teacher. We love having people come to visit and share in our experiences and we are delighted to now be able to offer our self contained one bedroom flat to guests. More information and our blog can be found on our Millar Organics website.
Gavinton, has a village hall with cinema nights, weekly yoga classes (taught by Alexa), belly dancing and monthly coffee mornings. Gavinton has a number of beautiful walks and cycle routes nearby and is within walking distance (30 mins) of Duns, which is a lovely walk through the hills. There you can find a lovely swimming pool and sauna and fitness center with regular fitness classes. The nearby River Tweed has excellent fishing and there are many horse riding stables nearby. In Duns there are a number of boutique coffee shops, pubs, takeaways, community cinema and restaurants. In Duns there is plenty to do including a walk around and visit to the 14th Century Duns Castle, the Jim Clark Museum and the nearby Manderston and Paxton House. You can also visit the seaside town of Berwick-upon-Tweed which is a 25 min drive and has a train line to Edinburgh, Dunbar and Newcastle. Or simply relax and enjoy the slower pace of life.
Languages spoken: German,English,French

Area info

Amenities of Bastle Retreats Farm Cottage
Great facilities! Review score, 10

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Parking garage
  • Accessible parking
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Kitchen
  • High chair
  • Dining table
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Bedroom
  • Linens
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Fireplace
  • Sitting area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Blu-ray player
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • Radio
  • TV
  • Pay-per-view channels
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Tile/Marble floor
  • Soundproof
  • Private entrance
  • Carpeted
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Food & Drink
  • Grocery deliveries
    Additional charge
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Activities
  • Horseback riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
  • Tennis court
    Additional chargeOff-site
Outdoor & View
  • Inner courtyard view
  • Garden view
  • View
Building Characteristics
  • Semi-detached
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Books, DVDs or music for children
  • Board games/puzzles
Miscellaneous
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Carbon monoxide detector
Languages Spoken
  • German
  • English
  • French

Property practice

This property told us they've implemented a practice in one of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, or nature.

House rules

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Check-in

From 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM

You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.

Check-out

From 5:00 AM to 10:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

There's no capacity for cribs at this property.

This property doesn't offer extra beds.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Payments by Booking.com

Booking.com takes your payment for this stay on behalf of the property, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Bastle Retreats Farm Cottage of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

FAQs about Bastle Retreats Farm Cottage

  • Bastle Retreats Farm Cottage can accommodate this group size:

    • 2 guests

    For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • Bastle Retreats Farm Cottage is 1.4 miles from the center of Duns. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at Bastle Retreats Farm Cottage is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • Bastle Retreats Farm Cottage offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Hiking
    • Fishing
    • Tennis court
    • Canoeing
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Horseback riding

  • Yes, Bastle Retreats Farm Cottage is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Bastle Retreats Farm Cottage has the following number of bedrooms:

    • 1 bedroom

    For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • Yes, there are options at this property that have a terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Bastle Retreats Farm Cottage on this page.

  • The prices at Bastle Retreats Farm Cottage may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.