Riverside Cabin is a comfortable, characterful property with a good large open-plan living space, separate kitchen, two bedrooms and a bathroom. Set in a wild garden, where nature is managed, not controlled, alongside the Ettrick Water, a tributary of the famous River Tweed. It is an ideal spot for river swimming, splashing or fishing and the chance to spot lots of Scottish wildlife including kingfishers, red squirrels, pine martins and oyster catchers.
Riverside Cabin is situated on the fringe of Ettrickbridge, a pretty village with an award winning country pub that serves good food. Close by you can explore historical reiver towers and long walks from the door. Surrounded by beautiful Scottish scenery, rivers and wildlife. It is the ideal base for a relaxing holiday or walking, fishing and cycling.
Riverside Cabin is situated on the edge of the pretty village of Ettrickbridge, just a short walk from the welcoming local pub, village tennis court and playing field. Minutes from scenic walking trails, fishing spots and cycling routes. Explore nearby attractions such as Bowhill House & Estate, St Mary’s Loch and the market town of Selkirk – all within easy reach.
The garden has been kept wild for the rich wildlife habitat, with mown pathways, and depending upon the time of the year there are lots of wild flowers, grasses and fruit bushes. You can spot wild orchids, foxgloves, cornflowers, poppies to name a few. Oyster Catchers nest close by in the spring and there is an abundance of local wildlife to spot from roe deer to pinemartins to salmon to kingfishers to red squirrels and otters.
Offering cosy, modern comfort with traditional charm, inside you will find a large open living area with scenic views and comfortable seating, along with a large dining table – ideal for cards, games and studying maps. The kitchen is fully equipped and there are two bedrooms – one double and one twin. There is one bathroom with walk-in shower.
Externally there is a lovely seating area overlooking the water and a picnic table and BBQ set in the wild garden. The perfect spot to enjoy a morning coffee or evening drinks under the stars.
