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Curlew Cottage, Hawick, Scottish Borders

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A stone house with a small window and a gravel driveway.
A stone building with a sloped roof, multiple windows, and a door.
A stone building with a wooden door and window, a bench outside, and a paved path.
A cozy room with a wood-burning stove, a chair with a plaid blanket, and a tray of mugs and a teapot.
A kitchen with a wooden countertop, a sink, a stove, and cabinets.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Barbecue grill
    A rare find - perfect for a relaxed, outdoor grilling experience.

Popular amenities

  • Balcony or patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Hawick, SCT
  • Place, Drumlanrigs Tower
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Heart of Hawick
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, The Borders Distillery
    ‪15 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Hawick

Located in Hawick, this cottage is in a rural area and in the mountains. Drumlanrigs Tower and Heart of Hawick are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include The Walled Garden - Arkleton and Kielder Observatory. Chariots of Fire Carriage Driving Centre and Jedforest Deer & Farm Park are also worth visiting. Sailing and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hunting nearby.
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Hawick, SCT

What's nearby

  • Cross Borders Drove Road - 13 min drive - 18.4 km
  • Drumlanrigs Tower - 14 min drive - 18.8 km
  • Heart of Hawick - 15 min drive - 19.7 km
  • Borders Textile Towerhouse - 15 min drive - 19.7 km
  • The Borders Distillery - 15 min drive - 19.7 km

Getting around

  • Tweedbank Station - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Newmill Country Inn - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Curlew Cottage, Hawick, Scottish Borders pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Curlew Cottage, Hawick, Scottish Borders?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Curlew Cottage, Hawick, Scottish Borders?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Curlew Cottage, Hawick, Scottish Borders?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Curlew Cottage, Hawick, Scottish Borders located?

Situated in the mountains, this cottage is within 12 miles (20 km) of Cross Borders Drove Road, Drumlanrigs Tower and Heart of Hawick. Borders Textile Towerhouse and The Borders Distillery are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 99 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely location, wonderful cottage, Daniele and Bill were so welcoming and friendly, would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful cottage & location

We had a very relaxing stay so many walks on the doorstep & the shepherd's hut was a lovely treat
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Jan 2024
We’re so pleased you had a lovely stay. You’d be very welcome to return for another break!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Heart of the Scottish Borders

Delightfully pretty and quiet spot to visit around the region.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 21 May 2024
Thanks for your review Gill. It was a pleasure to host you at Curlew Cottage and Shepherds hut.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely, peaceful break

Charming cottage. Stunning scenery. Very relaxing. Lovely hosts. Would definitely stay again
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Aug 2024
Thanks for your review Helen. It was a pleasure to host you. Welcome back anytime. Daniele
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Location

We had a wonderful stay at Curlew Cottage. Very comfortable and had everything we needed. Loved the shepherds hut … very cosy when the fire is lit .. great location easy reach of Jedburgh , Kielder water and Forrest . Will definately stay again but for longer
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous cottage.

Absolutely beautiful cottage set in stunning countryside. Lovely hosts who were extremely friendly and helpful with any queries we had. Would definitely recommend and hope to return
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Aug 2021
Hi Fiona, thanks for taking the time to write a lovely review. It was great hosting you as our guests at Curlew Cottage and Shepherd's Hut, and we are so pleased you enjoyed your stay - you would be very welcome back. Best wishes, Daniele and Bill
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Simply beautiful!

It’s such a lovely, warm, clean cottage in a beautiful location with the kindest host. My partner and I stayed there as part of our trip to Kielder Observatory, it’s remote enough to enjoy bit of star gazing all from comfort master bed; through the skylight. We looked forward to staying again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2020
Thanks for your kind review Selima. I am so glad the clouds cleared on your last evening, and you finally managed to see some stars. You would be very welcome to come again. Best wishes, Daniele
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nancy

A lovely cottage and very congenial hosts. I loved being able to visit such a beautiful part of Scotland.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Sept 2023
It was lovely to meet you Nancy. We’re glad you enjoyed your stay in Scotland. Thanks for being a really great guest - we’d love to welcome you back. Daniele and Bill
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stunning

Stunning place to relax, take in the beautiful scenery and enjoy the local hospitality. The owners are fantastic hosts. The cottage is super well equipped and super comfortable. The week was just perfect. We are looking forwards to staying again. Thank you Danielle and Bill.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Sept 2024
Thanks for your really lovely review. So pleased you enjoyed your stay. Looking forward to welcoming you and the gorgeous Mac ( Scottie dog) again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best holidays

Everthing was great. Thank you very much.
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Oct 2023
Thanks Sabrina - it was our pleasure to meet you and to welcome you to Scotland. Thanks for everything, Daniele
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Gorgeous warm comfortable cottage

The property was so comfortable and well equipped we had a great stay, the shepherds hut is a really nice touch as well. We also really appreciated the homemade cake and bottle of wine as well as fresh eggs (as well as the hens outside to gather eggs every day). We were made to feel really comfortable and welcome by the lovely family and felt that nothing was too much trouble. Would highly recommend this place.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2020
It was a delight to meet you, and to see you both clearly having such a good time, walking, visiting etc, Daniele and family
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lovely cottage in a fantastic location

We had a fantastic 4 day break in the new year. The weather was very cold but the cottage and shepherd’s hut were cosy and there were some excellent walks right on our doorstep. The children loved playing with Tilly and Tarka, the 2 dogs and Danielle and her family were excellent hosts. One place we would recommend visiting was Born in the Borders - a micro brewery and gin distillery. The lunch there was delicious and the kids had an amazing time grass sledging whilst we sampled the gin!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2020
Thanks for your marvellous review of the cottage and your holiday. It was great to meet your lovely family and we are pleased you had such a good stay. Tarka and Tilly are missing their daily playmates! You are of course very welcome back! Daniele and Bill
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful few days away from it all

Lovely property and welcoming place. 20 minutes drive from anywhere really; that was the appeal. We spent 5 days there without using the car, just walking, sitting, reading, going in the river. Well equipped small cottage. Was just 2 of us but the attractive mezzanine with 2 singles looked good. We used the shepherd's hut as a semi outdoor sitting room. Overall, a lovely accommodation in a beautiful, quiet valley. Oh, and with great star gazing potential.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Sept 2023
Thanks Martin, we are so pleased you had a relaxing stay! You are welcome back any time. Best wishes, Bill and Daniele
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Cosy home, wonderful nature, very kind owners

The lovely couple, owning this property, is capable of creating a little peace of Scottish heaven on earth. The beauty and serenity of the landscape, the cosiness of the immaculate cleaned house, the romantic shepherd's wagon with fireplace, the children friendly farm animals (chickens, horses, dogs, sheep) make this cottage one of the best we ever visit. The barn across the cottage is perfect for bbq-ing or enjoying a warm cup of tea, when the Scottish 'soft days' play hard on you. The kindness and friendliness of the owners, however, made it the best place we have ever enjoyed our vacation at. It felt like a true home away from home. We will absolutely visit this location again.
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2020
Thank you so very much! It was a real pleasure!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Very peaceful and beautiful

Daniele and Bill were very welcoming and helpful, lovely cake on arrival (much needed). The cottage was stunning and cosy, it had all you needed. Beautiful scenery and walks, we have never been to Scotland before but, if it is all like our first visit then we are definitely going back. The shepherd's hut was a bonus, it was a warm retreat for our children, they basically lived in it for the week it was their space and we were not allowed. Lovely place, lovely family the whole area was lovely along with the parts of Scotland we saw. Thanks to Patrick for keeping my 2 entertained they thoroughly enjoyed themselves. Thanks again to Daniele, Bill, Patrick and Tarka (the dog)
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2020
Thank you Vicky for your kind review. We are so glad you enjoyed your April break here in Scotland. It was really great having you to stay, and Patrick enjoyed the company of Charlie and Izzy very much - he loved having children his own age to share the trampoline etc with! Daniele, Bill, Patrick and Tarka (dog)
Archival

10/10 Excellent

“Lovely Cottage, fully equipped, quiet location”

Amazing little cottage, absolutely perfect for exploring the Scottish Borders. The house was astonishing clean, gorgeously decorated, with everything possible you could need!, Found cottage exceeded our expectations. The facilities were all in good working order and there was an excellent range of books and games to use in the evenings. One of our highlight of the week was go walking to the nearest loch (around 1 hour walking), Danielle (the owner) let her lovely Terrier dog come with us, my two daughters enjoyed every day!!!. Danielle & Bill (owners) have put a lot thought into making our stay a pleasant one and the welcome cake on arrival were very welcoming ! Never been so well catered for. We loved the location, the cottage, the kind welcome and the accessories for the kids. Will definitely be back!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2016
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Einfach wunderbar, eine Oase der Natur und des Friedens, so richtig zum Aufatmen vom Alltag,

Herrlich. Erholung pur, geschmackvolles ruhiges Haus mitten in der Natur, nette diskrete Vermieter👌
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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Zeer mooie en rustige omgeving, volop in de natuur.

Huisje bij een kleine boerderij, midden in de natuur, via grindweg te bereiken. Zeer vriendelijke gastvrouw/heer. Veel uitstappen mogelijk. Prachtige streek. Daguitstap naar Edinburgh is mogelijk.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely Magical Stay

From start to finish, what a wonderful stay! Beautifully situated, with such care and attention to detail. The conversion is clean, modern and spacious while still feeling homely and right at home in the middle of a working farm. Our family was made to feel right at home from the moment we arrived, and our children had the chance to feed the animals and enjoy farm fresh eggs! My son hasn't stopped talking about how much he loved the little lamb and the chickens, and will tell anyone who'll listen about his hot cocoa in the shepherd's hut by the fire. Stunning views, beautiful walks, peace and quiet, and recommended for a couples getaway and family holidays alike. Memories made for life, and we can't wait to visit again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jun 2022
It was a pleasure to meet your family and to see James enjoying the farm animals. Thanks for leaving a lovely review. Of course you would be most welcome back. Best wishes, Daniele and Bill
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful cottage

The cottage is beautiful and clean. Underfloor heating is lovely. Beautiful hand-written note on arrival, with advise on where to walk. Surrounding forest is beautiful. Views are lovely and great to see woodpecker on the bird feeders through the window.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Feb 2022
Thanks for a lovely review Kirstie. You would be very welcome back for another stay. Best wishes, Daniele and Bill
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Brilliant base for the Borders

Daniele is a very welcoming, generous and helpful host - and the cottage is really well appointed throughout. Is an excellent base for exploring the Borders
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Aug 2021
Thank you for taking the time to review your stay at Curlew Cottage, Meadshaw Farm in the Scottish Borders. We are really pleased you enjoyed your stay. Thank you for being great guests in all ways. You would be very welcome back again. Best wishes, Daniele and Bill
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent stay again

This was our 2nd time staying at Curlew cottage and shepards hut. Well equipped and clean cottage. Hosts are friendly and have a great knowledge of the area. My daughter loved feeding the chickens and made friends with the dogs. Hope to be back again😍
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic stay

A lovely cottage and shepherds hut. Well equipped. Peace and quiet. Hosts are lovely and provide help and information if required. Lots of lovely nearby walks. Kids loved all the animals on the farm. Would definitely return 😊
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Oct 2020
Thanks for your lovely review Rhona. It is good to know you enjoyed your stay, and we would be delighted to welcome you all back again. Best wishes, Daniele and Bill
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A quiet cottage in beautiful surroundings

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the cottage, everything was so peaceful and the views are amazing, especially at night when the skies are clear. Finding the cottage was not as difficult as I expected, if you use google street view you can follow the route practically to the end of the driveway. Daniele and Bill are excellent hosts, very friendly and approachable and they gave us some excellent advice on the local area and pointed us in the direction of some very nice walks, which you can start right from the doorstep of the cottage. The cottage itself is ideal for those looking for a quiet respite from the busy world, and it's still easy to get to the nearest town if you need to grab some supplies. We found everything inside the cottage to be of an excellent standard. The shepherds hut outside is a fantastic addition and we where in there a lot, with the log burner keeping us nice and toasty. I would highly recommend this cottage and we will definitely be visiting again in the future.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Oct 2020
Thanks so much for taking the time to write such an informative review which I'm sure will be really helpful to future guests. We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay, and would love to welcome you back again. Best wishes, Daniele and Bill
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Aug 2020

We've just spend a lovely, peaceful week at Curlew Cottage - despite the weather ! We enjoyed the the local walks and cycle routes and our girls particularly loved feeding the chickens every morning and meeting Daniele's horse. The cosy cottage is well equiped and has everything one needs. We hope to return one day soon !
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Aug 2020
Thanks Yvette, for taking the time to write about your stay at Curlew Cottage. It was great to meet your girls, and we are so pleased you enjoyed your stay and found the cottage cosy. You would be most welcome to return! Best wishes, Daniele and Bill
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