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The unspoiled beauty of Ettrick Valley Scotland welcomes you

 

Self-Catering in the Scottish Borders

Proprietor:
Mrs. Daphne Jackson
Cossarshill Farm
Ettrick Valley
Selkirk
Scottish Borders
TD7 5JB
Tel: 01750 62259
eMail at Enquiries@ettrick-holidays.co.uk

Falconry, angling, agricultural area, picnic sites, hiking, rambling, cycling, wheelchair assistance, camping

Get away from it all - enjoy the fresh air, peace and quiet of the unique and unspoiled upper reaches of The Ettrick Valley, one of the most ecologically interesting areas identified in Scotland. Mammals recorded locally include otters, badgers and red squirrels. There are species of rare butterflies and moths, and a huge range of birds including Osprey, Black Grouse, Barn Owls, Lapwings and Peregrine. We are close to "The Ettrick Marshes" (visit our Conservation page for more information.) Parts of the BBC's "The Nature of Britain" and "Autumn Watch 2007" were filmed at Cossarshill Farm.
The Scotch Argus butterfly can be seen in the area

Scotch Argus butterfly

Two cottages situated two miles apart offer the ultimate seclusion.

An excellent base for hillwalking. Fishing is available locally as is golf, riding, mountain biking and many other activities. Visit some of the Borders Historical Houses and Gardens, or follow the Borders Woollen Trail. Eskadalemuir Forest and Samye Ling Tibetan Centre are within easy reach, as well as St. Mary's Loch, The Grey Mare's Tail and Moffat. The birthplace of James Hogg, the Ettrick Shepherd, is only 1.05 miles away and Edinburgh (45 miles) is an easy journey from here for a day out.

The Green Tourism award

Awarded for Excellence in Environmental Practice

 Ettrick Holidays First in South Scotland to be Awarded Gold.

Both Cottages have been awarded Gold in the Green Tourism Business Scheme. For more information visit our Conservation page.

Elspinhope has 4 stars from the Scottish Tourist Board Elspinhope
Awarded 4 Stars by the Scottish Tourist Board.
Elspinhope as assisted wheelchair access
 Assisted Wheelchair Access , also Free Wi-Fi internet access available at Elspinhope.
 
Crook Cottage
Awarded 4 Stars by the Scottish Tourist Board
Crook Cottage has 4 stars from the Scottish Tourist Board
 

Couples Discount: At owners discretion, sorry not available for school or bank holidays.

Availability: Weekly through the year. Entry time 4:00 pm, departure time 10:00am. Short breaks available - out of season and for late bookings.

Linen: All beds have duvets, pillows and extra covers with Linen Provided.

Towels: may be hired - see booking form.

During the years since we started letting Crook Cottage during spring 1992, around half our guests have been return visitors, many having stayed several times during past years. Elspinhope with its high standard of comfort and facilities, has become very popular since its opening in1999 and also has around 50% return visitors. Elspinhope is situated on Cossarshill Farm, in a beautiful and peaceful spot overlooking the Cossarshill burn (for more information about Cossarshill Farm, please visit our Conservation page).

Distances from Cossarshill Farm:
Crook Cottage is 1.75 miles from Cossarshill
2 Small Local Shops 3.5 miles
Local Hotel 5 miles
Hawick (B711) Selkirk (B7009) and Innerleithen (B709) all 20 miles
Galashiels and Peebles both 25 miles;
Lockerbie and Langholm 28 miles
Midway between Carlisle and Edinburgh (approximately 1 hr) via Langholm and Peebles
We live on a very quiet "No through Road". No traffic jams!

We will be happy to deal personally with any queries you may have. We are also available to help in any way while you are on holiday.

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