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Elspinhope sits in a wonderfully secluded position with privacy and beautiful views, on Cossarshill Farm 6 miles from the head of Ettrick Valley. A unique unspoiled area. This detached cottage was purpose built in traditional style during spring 1999. It has white roughcast walls and slated roof. Easy car access to both doors, own large parking area, garden & grounds including 3-acres of woodland and paths. The cottage overlooks the Cossarshill burn, & Ettrick Water (SSSI) runs approximately 200 meters from the door.
Outside the cottage: a post n' rail fence secures the garden area with picnic table etc. A path & steps lead down to the Cossarshill burn with seats by the rocky pools & waterfall. The woodland by Elspinhope has a mass of wild flowers (inc. orchids) & rare butterflies - a lovely place to be. Atlantic Salmon come into the pool below the cottage in autumn, and it makes a great place to swim in summer. Step out of the door and enjoy the peace and tranquillity of the unspoiled Ettrick landscape, or visit some of the Historic Border Towns and places of interest and great beauty. The area is ideal for walking, bird watching, fishing, cycling, mountain biking, touring by car, and relaxing away from it all. At night try astronomy - we have no light pollution.
Cossarshill is a 1,400 acre hill sheep farm lying on the route of the Southern Upland Way (long distance walk). Guests have freedom of access to our land with many lovely walks on the hills & by the river. We are keen conservationists and constantly involved in projects around the farm - dry stane dyking, planting native woodland and many others. Cossarshill is in an Environmentally Sensitive Area (ESA). Wildlife seen by visitors on the farm include badgers, bats, brown hare, deer, foxes & otters. There are also many species of birds - large & small.
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Accommodation: Sleeps 5, cot available. The cottage was designed for Assisted Wheelchair Access.
Single Floor
Twin bedroom with en suite shower room with toilet. Double bedroom with vanity unit.
Both rooms with shaver sockets.
Third bedroom with single bed.
All bedrooms have clock radios. All beds are of high quality & have duvets, pillows, & throws / covers.
Bed linen included in rent.
To view a photo of the Elspinhope double bedroom, click here.
Bathroom with electric shower over bath, vanity unit, toilet & shaver socket. Towels may be hired.
Fitted Kitchen with dishwasher, 2 oven ceramic electric cooker with hood, microwave, large fridge freezer, a hatch through to the dining area & stools for coffee & a chat. See photo below.
Front door leading to vestibule and hall (telephone).
Back door leading to utility room with sink, washing machine, tumble drier, iron & board, walk in drying area designed for coats/boots etc.
Large sitting / dining room (28” Colour T.V. - digital & Video, CD/Radio/Cassette player). From the dining area sliding french windows open out to a garden area with views down to the Cossarshill burn and a large expanse of open rolling hills beyond. To view photos of the Elspinhope sitting room, click here.
Every window has an enviable view - carefully planned - so that you can sit and enjoy the scenery & birds outside without leaving your chair or bed! The cottage is thoughtfully furnished and decorated with your comfort in mind. All doors, windows & fittings are in natural wood.
Heating: full central heating & double glazing throughout. A cast iron stove in the living room with real flame effect, can be used with doors open or closed to give you the feel & atmosphere of a real fire but without the work involved! Electricity to be paid at the going rate at the end of your stay. First £10 will be not be charged.
Free wireless broadband connection for your laptop.
No Smoking - Elspinhope is a non-smoking cottage.
Pets - No pets inside Elspinhope. Pets are welcome outside Elspinhope and kennels and runs are available. Pets are welcome (by arrangement) in Crook Cottage.
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The Elspinhope kitchen |
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