Administrative lieutenancy area in Scotland covering former Roxburghshire and Selkirkshire.
The Left Luggage Office is a cosy, ground-floor apartment in the village of Falstone near Kielder Water, situated within the Northumberland International Dark Sky Park and ideal for couples seeking a peaceful and private retreat.
The Granary is a one-bedroom upside-down house located in a quiet countryside setting near Cornhill-on-Tweed, ideal for couples seeking a peaceful rural retreat with nearby attractions in Northumberland and the Scottish Borders.
The Hirsel is a 500-acre estate with scenic parkland, lake, and river, featuring a historic house, museum, craft shops, and family-friendly facilities. Visitors can enjoy walks, gardens, and a cafe in a mostly wheelchair accessible environment. An entry charge per car applies, but Historic Houses members visit free.
A modern, stylish ground floor apartment in Peebles with one bedroom and en-suite, located near the town centre and surrounded by scenic countryside and outdoor activity opportunities.
Newton Cottage is a cosy and charming single-storey cottage located in the scenic village of Leitholm in the Scottish Borders, offering a peaceful and private retreat with period features and access to a private courtyard overlooking the owner's garden.
Bughtrig is a traditional Scottish family garden featuring a variety of plants including herbaceous plants, shrubs, fruit trees, and fine specimen trees, complemented by scattered sculptures. Visitors can enjoy a mostly wheelchair accessible outdoor garden with a small picnic area. Admission is free for Historic Houses members, with specific garden opening times in the summer.
The Bunkhouse at Tarset Tor is a stylish, eco-friendly group retreat in Northumberland National Park designed for large social stays and outdoor activities, featuring contemporary bunk-style accommodation with shared facilities and spacious social areas.
Bellingham is a village in Northumberland popular with walkers and cyclists on the Pennine Way, featuring a local heritage centre, historic church, waterfalls, and traditional bastle houses nearby.
The Cart House is a boutique-style self-catering cottage in a converted old cart shed near Duns in the Scottish Borders, offering tranquil and stylish accommodation with countryside views, ideal for a peaceful retreat.
Marchmont is an impressive Grade A listed Palladian mansion built in 1750, located in a vast 5,500-acre estate in Berwickshire. The house features original 18th-century interiors and has undergone significant restoration with guided tours and outdoor sculpture tours available for visitors.
Merry Burn Barn is a renovated barn conversion located on a working farm in the Northumberland National Park Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, offering tranquil countryside views and a rural setting near Falstone village.
Riverview Holiday Park is a small, family-run holiday park on the riverbank in the Scottish Borders, offering stylish lodges with scenic countryside and river views in a peaceful rural setting.
The Waiting Room is a stylish and self-contained holiday cottage in the historic village of Falstone within Northumberland International Dark Sky Park, offering a peaceful retreat near Kielder Water with a garden and convenient local amenities.
The Bothy is a couples-only, boutique-style cottage set privately beside a farmhouse in the countryside near Kelso, offering a peaceful and romantic retreat with scenic rural surroundings and access to outdoor activities.
Floors Castle is Scotland's largest inhabited castle offering visitors architectural beauty, fine art, and expansive gardens including a walled garden and woodland trails. The venue provides indoor castle tours and outdoor parkland exploration, child-friendly facilities, food services, and welcomes dogs on leads in the grounds. It offers a rich cultural experience with accessibility features for all.
This detached Grade B listed Scottish Baronial-style townhouse in Selkirk offers spacious accommodation with scenic views over surrounding hills, featuring historical character and eclectic furnishing in a countryside setting near outdoor activity options.
Bowhill House & Grounds is a historic aristocratic mansion housing an extensive private art collection and Victorian exhibits, complemented by beautiful outdoor gardens, woodland walks, and an adventure playground. Visitors can enjoy guided tours inside the house and relax at the onsite café or picnic areas.
Tarset Tor Saturn 2 is an eco-friendly glamping retreat in Northumberland National Park with sustainable cedar and stone construction, nestled beneath Tarset Tor and offering scenic views, a peaceful atmosphere, and a connection to nature.
The Lodge is a family-friendly holiday cottage in the Scottish Borders featuring a private garden, hot tub, and countryside surroundings with spacious rooms and a scenic setting near Kelso town.
A modern, quiet, and secluded ground-floor cottage in a rural village setting in The Scottish Borders, ideal for small families or couples, featuring open-plan living and a private outdoor deck with lawn.
Springwood Holiday Park is a newly renovated holiday park near Kelso in the borders with a stylish bar, outdoor fire pits, and luxury lodges featuring private hot tubs, set in a peaceful countryside environment.
Mertoun Gardens is a historic garden set on a high bank overlooking the River Tweed in Roxburghshire, featuring a variety of interesting plants, shrubs, and ancient specimen trees. Visitors can explore the garden grounds, see historic features like the dovecot from 1567, and enjoy scenic views. The gardens are open seasonally with free entry for Historic Houses members.
This single-storey, stone-built cottage in a rural village offers a peaceful retreat within a Dark Sky Park, featuring scenic views over the North Tyne river and rolling hills with close access to countryside walks and local amenities.
Auld Kirk House is a historic church conversion located in the tranquil village of Westruther, Scottish Borders, offering a blend of historic charm and modern luxury in a stylish setting with private garden and hot tub.
Borders Cottage is a stylish townhouse situated in the historic town of Coldstream, offering a private retreat with a charming enclosed garden and easy access to countryside walks and local attractions.
A spacious and stylish town house located in the center of a charming market town in the Scottish Borders, offering a bright and modern retreat ideal for families or groups, surrounded by countryside and historical sites.
A stylish and modern pod located in a countryside setting for couples seeking a peaceful, private retreat with a private hot tub, featuring ground floor open plan living and an elevated decking area.
Penicuik Estate is a rural retreat near Edinburgh featuring grand Palladian architecture, historic landscapes, and parkland. Visitors can explore Old Penicuik House and its grounds, with opportunities for exclusive events and enjoying nature.