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Stargazers Apart in Northumberland National Park
Stargazers apartment, one of two houses down a private drive. A peaceful, picturesque location. No noise or light pollution and the darkest skies in Europe. Enjoy the whole top floor with open plan lounge/kitchen and historical bookcases. Bedroom with roll top bath, king size bed, ensuite bathroom. It's a fabulous space! Separate entrance via a beautiful glass atrium with amazing views. Private stargazing terrace & Telescope 2 guests maximum Shared garden. Pets considered please ask first.

Luxury Rural Cabin with Wood Fired Hot Tub
Glencartholm Farm by Wigwam Holidays is part of the UK's No1 glamping brand that has been providing guests with 'great holidays in the great outdoors' for over 20 years! Situated in a beautiful rural location in Dumfries and Galloway, we also run an Alpaca Farm. Beautiful views and quiet surroundings are what will greet you whilst you relax in the private hot tub. We have 4 luxury ensuite cabins with wood fired hot tubs and the capacity to accomodate for couples, families and group bookings.

The Sandbed Retreat
Choose our stylish, central Airbnb in Hawick for a perfect blend of comfort and convenience. Located in the heart of the Scottish Borders, it’s steps away from shops, cafés, and local attractions like Wilton Lodge Park and the Borders Distillery. Our thoughtfully designed space features modern decor, cosy furnishings, and all essential amenities, including fast Wi-Fi. Ideal for exploring nearby towns, scenic trails, and historic sites, our Airbnb promises a welcoming stay with a personal touch.

Hillburn Gardens Licence No. SB00235F
Warm, comfortable house in private woodland location. 2 acres of garden to enjoy. Sitting room, dining room ,3 bedrooms , 2 bathrooms, cloakroom with WC. There is NO KITCHEN. Large off road parking area with wide double gate access, car essential to enjoy this stunning area. NEW for 2025 Outdoor summerhouse Kitchen/Dining/ Music /Aga Heated space for larger groups and longer stays who wish to self cater. This is an optional extra £20 per night if required bookable and payable to host on arrival

Central Hawick, cosy stylish flat with log burner.
Freshly renovated flat in Hawick with perfect location to explore Scottish Borders. Very spacious, bright and airy, but cosy at the same time. Fantastic views, log burner and traditional features. The accomodation is centraly located near to the Town Hall, very close to the High Street with walking distance to cafes, restaurants, shops and tourist attractions. Book a minimun of 3 night to receive a basket of snacks. Book 7 night or more to receive a breakfast pack and a bowl of fresh fruits.

Cat Linn Cabin - secluded semi-off-grid log cabin
Get away from it all in this cosy semi off-grid cabin with a touch of luxury. This secluded cabin is a hidden gem off the beaten track just outside the town of Moffat. So if private walks, nature viewing hide, dark skies, plunge pools for a dip and cosy log fires are for you, then you'll love it! Children and dogs are welcome too. The farm has old woodland glens with our very own gorge, ponds which attract a variety of birds and open hill land with a cairn overlooking the town of Moffat.

Foulbog Shepherds Cottage
Foulbog is a charming traditional shepherds cottage set on a working hill farm in rural Dumfriesshire. In a very remote location surrounded by rolling hills, with spectacular views down the valley. Although completely remote and secluded, this cottage has been recently refurbished with a cosy homely feel and has all the modern amenities needed including unlimited WiFi, luxury shower and log burners. The perfect place to relax and unwind with only the sheep & cattle for company.

Converted Stables - Scenic 'Courtyard Cottage'
'Courtyard Cottage' is situated in a courtyard - previously stables and tastefully converted to a high standard. Easy driving distance of the A74(M), with good rail & bus links. The cottage provides the ideal base to enjoy the many cultural and outdoor activities available in the area. Plenty of lovely walks, sailing, fishing, wild life and great night skies. Perfect to kick back and relax after a day of exploring the many attractions and scenery. parking is available.

The Black Triangle Cabin
The Black Triangle Cabin is a peaceful getaway situated on our property just outside of Jedburgh, a historic town in the heart of the Scottish Borders. The Cabin sleeps 2 people in a king size bed, with a separate living/kitchen space boasting views through the woods and across the fields. If you keep an eye out, you may see the deer that pass through regularly, or even hear our resident owl. Ideally located only an hour from Edinburgh, Newcastle and the St Abbs coastline.

Ancient Castle above the River Tweed
Mary Queen of Scot's chamber at Neidpath Castle is perhaps the most romantic place to stay in the Scottish Borders. Explore privately the whole castle and then retire to enjoy your suite rooms. The antique four poster bed, deep roll top bath and open fire evoke earlier times, but are truly comfortable and luxurious. An elegant table is set for breakfast. Peebles is 10 minutes walk away, with a host of shops and restaurants, as well as a museum and award winning chocolatier.

Romantic Off-grid retreat in North Pennines AONB
Low Moss Cottage. A cute and cosy, recently renovated, totally off-grid holiday cottage with dramatic and stunning views of Weardale. On a hill away from other houses and distractions, this 18th century cottage is the perfect place to gaze into the dark skies while cuddled up by the fire, or soak in the window side bath. Perfect for walkers, artists, photographers, writers, digital detoxers, honeymooners and anyone who wants to get away from it all.

Cosy studio on banks of River Tweed
Comfortable open plan kitchen/studio flat close to town and beautiful river/hill walks. Large king size bed , furnished kitchen with all mod cons, Bathroom, shower, smart tv and wifi. Ideal for exploring Borders or Edinburgh. On street parking, bicycle storage available. Animal friendly. Lots of nice places nearby to visit, countryside to explore, biking trails, great local shops, cafes and a good variety of restaurants.
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All about Craik Forest
With 16 square miles of untouched wilderness spreading in every direction, there’s little in Craik Forest to remind you of the busy world outside. Set in Scotland’s quiet southern uplands, not far from the border with England, this land was once walked by the Romans, and one of the many trails through the forest allows you to follow in their footsteps, along the traces of the road they built here. The woods are a glorious haven for wildlife — look out for birds, bats, toads, and red squirrels — but the most impressive living creatures are the trees that tower around you. Spruce, fir, larch, willow, rowan, some of them more than a century old, rise majestically from the moss-covered ground, with the crystal-clear waters of the Aithouse Burn running prettily among them. And if you prefer to move through them a little faster, there are two mountain bike routes through the forest, too.
What are the top things to do in Craik Forest?
Wolfcleuch Waterfall
The rambling Aithouse Burn may not seem much more than a stream in places, but if you follow it (there’s a marked walk to guide you), you’ll come to a hidden glen where it gathers in surprising force. The waterfall is an impressive and unexpected sight in the middle of the otherwise peaceful forest.
Crib Law
There’s a separate trail that will take you up this 509-metre summit, where you emerge from the trees to panoramic views of the surrounding forest. The downward trail will bring you past a small waterfall where the burn flows towards Borthwick Water.
Castle O’er Forest
If you just can’t get enough conifers, consider driving 30 miles south to this neighbouring forest. It includes an impressive Iron Age hill fort that was excavated in the late 19th century; some of the artefacts found there are now on display at the Dumfries Museum.
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