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Merse Cottage

Hutton, near Berwick-upon-Tweed, Southern Scotland
Sleeps 5
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 2
4 star
Parking on site / nearby
Highchair available
Towels included
Family friendly
Fishing on site / nearby
Internet access
Open fire / wood burner
Enclosed garden / patio
Downstairs bathroom
Shop nearby
Complex
Cot available
Country houses
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At a glance

  • Surrounded by beautiful countryside to walk or bike
  • Enclosed garden ideal for children and your family pet
  • Lots of history and castles within a short drive to explore and enjoy

 

Property code: OC-MERSC

This beautiful south-facing, stone built property dates back to the late 1800's. It is set in a lovely rural location easily accessible to all local amenities, they city of Edinburgh and the coast.  Located near to the sleepy village of Hutton, situated off a quiet country lane, this is a fantastic base to explore the unspoilt countryside of the Scottish/English border. Close by Chirnside, Allanton and the medieval town of Berwick-upon-Tweed and many beautiful sandy beaches including Spittal and Coldingham. There are many local attractions within a short drive away including Floors Castle, Bamburgh Castle, Thirlstaine Castle, Tantallon Castle, Manderston House, Mellerstain House, Abbotsford, Traquair House, Jedburgh Deer Park, Harestanes, Farne Islands and East Links family park are to name a few.  Paxton House is less than 4 miles away and has a lovely tea room and adventure play park, there are activities on at certain times of the year here which are very popular with families, there are some lovely walks around the estate, boat trips and fishing are a few of the activities on offer here.  Edinburgh is easily accessible by car or train, the Berwick upon Tweed railway station is just 8 miles away and there is a regular train service which takes just over an hour. 

Entering the house you will walk through from the lobby into the cosy lounge, enjoy an evening in front of the log burner, the kitchen is accessed from the lounge and is well equipped with access out into the garden.  You will also find a dining room with feature fire place a great place to catch up after a day exploring.  The bathroom is also on the ground floor with a shower over bath and WC.  On the first floor there are two large bright bedrooms.

There is an enclosed private mature garden with furniture and BBQ.  Local free range eggs can be purchased across the road from the house.

  • Bedrooms - 1 king-size bedroom and one triple bedroom with 3 x single beds
  • Bathroom - Family bathroom with shower over bath and WC
  • Kitchen - Well equipped with electric oven and hob, microwave, small fridge/freezer and washing machine
  • Wood Burner in the lounge with first basket of logs included
  • TV/DVD/CD, Freeview and board games in the lounge
  • Enclosed Garden
  • Parking and he front and to the rear of the house
  • 2 well behaved dog welcome
  • Location -beach 7 miles, shops, pubs and restaurants 2 miles
  • Property is close to a working farm
  • Welcome Pack on arrival
  • Farm shop located adjacent to property that stock eggs
  • Jim Clark Rally in May of each year
  • Borders Book Festival in June of each year
  • For larger or joint parties the adjacent property, Castle Barns Cottage, can also be booked
  • STL License number : SB-00206-F
  • EPC rating : D
  • Arrival: 16:30 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 2 dogs allowed. Additional charges may apply

Gavin Grant

This property is personally managed by Gavin.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 11 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Sally 3rd June 2026

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We had a lovely stay in Merse Cottage. Comfortable, cosy cottage with everything we needed. Great location for visiting Edinburgh and the surrounding area.

Reviewed by Robin 26th September 2025

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A comfortable cottage in a quiet rural location well situated for trips to Berwick and Lindisfarne. Helen and Steve, the owners were friendly and helpful and Steve quickly rectified a problem with the heating.

Reviewed by Michael 12th September 2025

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The cottage was lovely, cosy and always warm. Plenty of good quality equipment.

Reviewed by Vic 2nd July 2025

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Spotless. Spacious, great location for walking and running, as well as commuting to Berwiick.

Reviewed by Kay 13th June 2025

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I found the cottage really easily. It was in a good, quiet location. It was ideally situated for what we wanted to do this holiday.the cottage was clean and well equipped. It had everything we needed. The owner lives nextdoor, so it was really easy if there had have been anything we needed

Reviewed by Owen 16th May 2025

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A secure garden where you could enjoy the sun. Berwick is, to us, exceptionally dog-friendly and Spital beach is ideal for them. Easy to access the coast North and South of Berwick as well as the great rugby playing towns of the Borders.

Reviewed by Ian 9th May 2025

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Had a great holiday in a nice cottage

Reviewed by Melony 21st September 2024

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Weve just returned from a lovely week at Merse Cottage with our two beautiful dogs. The Cottage was lovely, cosy and well-equipped with lovely large bedrooms and a separate dining room. It offered nearly everything that we needed. A very peaceful, albeit quite remote setting but we really enjoyed the dog-walks that provided. It was lovely too that Read moreHelen popped around to check that all was well upon arrival too. A very nice stay indeed. Hide

Reviewed by Gareth 7th September 2024

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What a lovely cottage in a fantastic location, in a very interesting and someone undiscovered area of the Scottish borders. I dont think we could suggest any improvements to the cottage, very cosy, homely, and well equipped, in a very quiet part of the countryside. Fantastic coastline around St Abbs Hear and we were able to do an easy day trip to ERead moredinburgh and Lindisfarne, as well as lots of walking along the wild and rugged coast. Hide

Reviewed by Roderick 16th August 2024

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Reviewed by Bryan 19th July 2024

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Really nice cottage in a beautiful area. Well equipped, clean and in good condition. We really enjoyed staying in Merse cottage!

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1 more property at this location

Castle Barns Cottage

Castle Barns Cottage

Sleeps: 4 | Bedrooms: 2

£624 - £1,115

To arrange group bookings across one or more of these properties, call our team to check availability and book.

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