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No. 2 Braefoot Cottage at The Yair - sensational estate in the Scottish Borders

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Fridge, oven, dishwasher, toaster
Exterior
3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Smart TV, books
Smart TV, books

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen

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Galashiels, Scotland
  • Place, Abbotsford The Home Of Sir Walter Scott
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Bowhill House
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Traquair House
    ‪16 min drive‬

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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.

No. 2 Braefoot Cottage at The Yair - sensational estate in the Scottish Borders

Set on the private Yair Estate beside the River Tweed, this characterful 3-bed cottage blends historic charm with modern comfort, plus estate activities like tennis and fishing.

No. 2 Braefoot Cottage is a characterful Grade ‘B’ listed home in the historic Stable Block of the private Yair Estate, on the banks of the River Tweed in the Scottish Borders. Just 35 miles south of Edinburgh and close to Galashiels, Selkirk, and Melrose, it’s perfectly placed for both relaxation and adventure.
The ground floor offers a well-equipped kitchen, an open-plan sitting/dining room, a utility room, and a downstairs WC. Upstairs, the master bedroom has a super king-size bed and en-suite shower room, while the twin and king bedrooms share a family bathroom with shower over bath.

Enjoy the private enclosed garden, or take advantage of estate activities such as tennis and fishing on a picturesque stretch of the River Tweed. With walking and cycling routes right from your door, plus nearby mountain biking, golf, spa treatments, and historic towns, there’s something for everyone.
During your stay at this cottage, you'll be close to Three Brethren. Features include laundry facilities. The cottage includes amenities such as free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • The cottage offers a kitchen, a washing machine, and 2 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Onsite recreation includes tennis courts
  • 6 minutes by car from Abbotsford The Home Of Sir Walter Scott and 6 minutes from Old Gala House
As a guest of this cottage, you'll find barbecue grills, a garden, and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Galashiels cottage is smoke free.


Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

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)

General

  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

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 private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Onsite 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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
637049

Reviews

No. 2 Braefoot Cottage at The Yair - sensational estate in the Scottish Borders Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.2/10

Cleanliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Roy H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Halia P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful getaway in Galashiels

The cottage is lovely and roomy with everything you might need and in the most enchanted setting on the river tweed. The owner is extremely helpful and ready to assist with any queries. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Catherine C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Escape to the Country

A wonderful three days visiting the Borders!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

David C.

Very impressive cottage in a fabulous estate in beautiful countryside

Very comfortable cottage with everything you would require. Beds very comfortable and the bathrooms were excellent, although the ensuite bathroom's vent didn't come on nor the shaver socket.. There is a wasps nest outside the other double bedroom, which needs removing so that the window can be opened.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Danny H.

Lovely cottage, great location and we had a great weekend

Kitchen was great and had everything you need, lounge was comfortable and the bedrooms and bathrooms were nice,clean and spacious. No problems whatsoever although maybe a few takeaway menus wouldn't go amiss as one night we didn't want to cook. Hopefully be back one day
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Catherine D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent séjour dans une maison très agréable et très bien équipée

Beaucoup d’activités autour de la maison : balades à pied, visite d’Abbotsford, de Mellerstain, et charmantes petites villes de Melrose ou Selkirk.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Eric B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Idyllisch

Mooi groot huis op een prachtige plek. Ruime kamers. Keuken goed, hoewel een grote bakpan welkom zou zijn geweest. Prima bedden, ruime slaapkamers. Ideale uitvalsbasis voor mooie tochtjes.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022