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9.8

Exceptional

2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 480 sq m

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Fireplace

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Free WiFi

Dryer

Check-in time

3:00 PM

Check-out time

10:00 AM

Explore the area

Allanton, Scottish Borders, SCT

Paxton House8 min drive
Norham Castle10 min drive
Chain Bridge Honey Farm14 min drive
Edinburgh (EDI)83 min drive

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10/10 Excellent

Property was fantastically situated with an easy walk to the local pub which serves great food. Lovely big well kept sec...

Fiona B.

Sep 24, 2023

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed and 1 Crib

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Ensuite

Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Greenloaning, delightful Pet Friendly Cottage In the beautiful Scottish Borders

Greenloaning is a delightful traditional semi-detached cottage situated on the edge of the peaceful conservation village of Allanton. Comfortable and cosy, with a large enclosed garden and views over the surrounding countryside it has been completely renovated and is traditionally furnished to a high standard. It is very well equipped and offers full central heating as well a log burning stove. The cottage is perfectly located to enjoy all that the area has to offer including walking; golf; fishing; cycling; riding; the local historic houses and castles such as Alnwick Castle (Harry Potter), Bamburgh Castle on the beach, Floors Castle and Manderston with its silver staircase; the stunning coastline with the pretty harbour at St Abbs, and the lovely beach at Coldingham with its surfing facilities, as well as locally based quad biking, sailing, canoeing, and clay pigeon shooting etc. In the village itself, and a very short walk away, is one of the best local pubs/restaurants in the area serving real ales and wonderful food (and recently voted in the Times newspaper as one of the top 50 pubs for alfresco dining).
With untethered EV Electric Car Charger

Property manager

Lowri Huddleston

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Pet-friendly

Microwave

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Travel cot, bedding, chair available on request.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Dogs at no extra charge.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Non-smoking only

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

Property Registration Number SB00045F

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Duns

Located in Duns, this cottage is in a rural area. Eyemouth Harbour and Magdalene Fields Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Duns Castle Nature Reserve and St Abbs Head National Nature Reserve. Travelling with kids? Consider Eyemouth Maritime Centre and Eyemouth Museum. Scuba diving and rafting offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and horse riding nearby.

Allanton, Scottish Borders, SCT

What's nearby

Paxton House - 8 min drive
Norham Castle - 10 min drive
Berwick-upon-Tweed Town Hall - 13 min drive
Old Bridge - 13 min drive
Chain Bridge Honey Farm - 14 min drive

Getting around

Reston Train Station - 17 min drive
Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 83 min drive

Restaurants

‪Hemelvaart Bier Cafe - ‬9 min drive
‪The Cross Inn - ‬7 min drive
‪The Masons Arms - ‬9 min drive
‪The Craw Inn - ‬7 min drive
‪Border Baguettes - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Greenloaning, delightful Pet Friendly Cottage In the beautiful Scottish Borders pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Greenloaning, delightful Pet Friendly Cottage In the beautiful Scottish Borders?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Greenloaning, delightful Pet Friendly Cottage In the beautiful Scottish Borders?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Greenloaning, delightful Pet Friendly Cottage In the beautiful Scottish Borders located?

This family-friendly Duns cottage is located in a rural location, 2.8 mi (4.4 km) from Whitsome Ark, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Manderston House and Paxton House. Eyemouth Maritime Centre and Duns Castle Nature Reserve are also within 9 miles (15 km).

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

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10/10

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10/10

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10/10

Location

10/10

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10/10 Excellent

Fiona B.

24 Sept 2023

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Long Weekend with Old Friends

Property was fantastically situated with an easy walk to the local pub which serves great food. Lovely big well kept secure garden (will bring the dog next time!), plenty of parking and a welcome pack with everything you need for your first night/morning. Lowri was helpful and easy to book with. Highly recommend.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachael Q.

26 June 2023

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Wonderful Stay

We had a wonderful stay at Greenloaning. The cottage has everything you need (including a generous welcome pack), very clean and the bed is so comfortable…the bedrooms are like hotel rooms! It is also in a perfect location for visiting the surrounding area and not far from the many beautiful beaches. Our dogs loved the large secure garden and Lowry also provides dog bowls which is fantastic as I forgot to take ours! Would definitely recommend to anyone going to the Scottish Borders.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gillian J.

2 May 2022

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Short break in The Borders

A lovely, well equipped cottage. A very large secure garden, perfect for our dogs. Great location for visiting local attractions . Would definitely recommend.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah R.

7 Nov 2021

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Beautiful cottage in heart of the countryside

We absolutely loved Greenloaning. Tucked away and bordered by fields. The enclosed (huge) secure garden was heaven for our two little terriers who loved exploring all the nooks and crannies. The bed was so comfortable and we slept so well. Everything you needed was provided. Lowri left us a lovely welcome pack that was most appreciated after our long drive. Thank you so much!

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stephen M.

11 Oct 2021

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Great cottage

Great base for exploring the surrounding area. Cottage is very comfortable and added bonus of dressing gowns provided. Allanton Arms 2 minutes away, great food, very generous portions and really friendly staff. The welcome pack is very generous and has everything you need.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mick P.

3 Oct 2021

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Lovely cottage in the countryside

Greenloaning is a well kept cottage in the Scottish Boarders. We stayed for 10 days and it is in an ideal location to explore various towns, castles and beaches. The cottage has everything needed for a relaxing stay, including a generous welcome tray.

Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Raymond S.

29 July 2021

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If you enjoy nature you will enjoy this

Gorgeous cottage with a huge enclosed garden that was safe for kids and dog to run around freely. Within 15 miles you hit gorgeous,Sandy beach that we were blessed with weather to visit every day. Many places to visit and would recommend Paxton House for the day as lovely walks and gardens. Will definitely visit again and can’t recommend enough. Due to covid owner had to replace washing machine with dishwasher. Not there fault, however we did miss the use of one when staying a week, with kids and beach visits, walks etc. This didn’t put us off however would probably stay for a shorter period in future if covid continues to cause issues for owners of residences where there is only room for one appliance. Totally recommend as the cottage is beautiful, homely and very clean.

10/10 Excellent

Charles L.

24 May 2021

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Lovely cottage

Very well presented property fully equipped with everything we needed for a nice weekend away. The welcome pack was very useful and the cottage was very clean , especially under the current pandemic.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jason H.

9 Mar 2021

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Lovely

It is a lovely cottage with every thing you would need. The stairs are quite steep but the bed was very comfortable.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

samantha d.

25 Nov 2020

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Lovely quiet get away

Perfect for the doggos, great house and lovely garden to regroup

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Paul C.

11 Oct 2020

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Border break

Great location, very high level of cleanliness, well appointed with an owner that nothing is too much trouble.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

laura t.

6 Oct 2020

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Wonderful stay

We had a wonderful week in a beautiful cottage. The cottage was absolutely spotless and superbly equipped. The beds were the most comfortable I’ve ever slept in. We will definitely be back!

10/10 Excellent

Jay S.

14 Sept 2020

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Lovely peaceful cottage.

Great location, very homely feel to the cottage. Will be booking again for next year.

10/10 Excellent

MARK D.

9 Sept 2020

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Cosy cottage on Scottish Borders

A lovely cosy cottage in a great location for exploring both coast and surrounding countryside. Property is well equipped with all you need and is set in a peaceful rural village.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Catherine H.

30 Aug 2020

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Wonderful Cottage in beautiful area

The cottage is quiet, charming, warm and cosy and with wonderful fittings and furnishings. I have high standards and the sheets were glorious cotton, kitchen items were vastly superior to your usual ikea standard, hangers galore, everything to make you feel at home from home. Lowri provided us with a wonderful welcome pack and plenty of wood for the fire which was used daily as our weather was inclement. Allanton is a lovely small village surrounded by beautiful countryside, with a great pub and easy access to all attractions. We tried 3 of Lowri’s recommended restaurants and they were all excellent. Thank you Lowri for a really wonderful week!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Mary C.

17 Aug 2020

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Superb Cottage

We loved this property. It is well equipped with very comfortable beds and furniture. The welcome pack was superb. The best we have ever had. It is in a very quiet location with a beautiful garden. Just the place for a relaxing stay.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn H.

2 Aug 2020

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Magical Cottage

We really enjoyed our stay at Greenloaning, it was very clean and very comfortable. Situated in a quiet little village with lovely walks around and a great little pub to visit each evening. Not far at all from the Northumberland coast and the beautiful beaches of the Scottish Boarders. The cottage was definitely home from home and had everything you needed to make your stay perfect. There was even a welcome pack of tea, coffee, biscuits, bread etc. We would definitely stay here again if we were back in the area, thanks very much Lowri.

10/10 Excellent

susan c.

15 Mar 2020

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Delightful cottage

I would be very happy to recommend this cottage to anyone, it was a delightful place to have a short break. Only wish i had been able to stay longer

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen S.

1 Mar 2020

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Peace and Quiet

Lovely clean cottage with a great welcome pack of groceries to get you started! Quiet, cosy and everything you need for your stay and a great enclosed garden for your dog/s... The log burning stove and reclining chair was a big hit! Lots of places to visit nearby and a two minute walk to the local pub/restaurant.....Would highly recommended😊

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

11 Nov 2019

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Perfect Cozy cottage

This was so nice we did not want to leave! The cottage had a lovely homely feel. The Welcome Pack contained more than the bare the essentials in case we had not had time to shop. The assorted dog bowls and dog towels welcomed my Collie. The stove was a huge hit. The beds were comfy and the big all-enclosed garden was ideal for my dog..The shower was lovely, hot and powerfiul.. We cannot wait to find a reason to return!

10/10 Excellent

Chris P.

28 Oct 2019

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Great little cottage.

We had a really good time here. Location was great. Cottage was full of nice touches. Host very friendly and more than happy to help.

10/10 Excellent

Jill R.

22 Aug 2019

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Lovely cosy cottage in rural Borders

A very comfortable cottage with lots of special touches. It’s clear the owners take a great deal of pride in their cottage and want their guests to have the best holiday possible. The lounge seating is very comfortable with a lovely log burner for atmosphere, and books and games when the weather’s not quite what you hoped for! Plenty of hot water for showers or baths and a well stocked kitchen. A fabulous welcome basket greeted us on arrival and the Inn over the road was lovely and welcoming with great food. My favourite thing was the bedroom which is wonderfully relaxing and the kids enjoyed the park being a stone’s throw away. There is so much to do in the region too that the only thing you’ll regret is not booking longer!

10/10 Excellent

Phoebe

27 July 2019

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A week in the sun

This is a lovely holiday cottage with everything you need to help you enjoy a visit to the beautiful Scottish borders. The main bedroom is spacious, the lounge and kitchen well equipped, the garden is fantastic and the garden furniture good quality and comfortable. There is a very generous welcome pack and overall the house feels like a real home from home. We would love to return one day.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

1 July 2019

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Donna M.

30 June 2019

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Perfect cottage for family

Can't rate this property high enough, it was perfect for our few days away. Cottage has everything you could possibly want, and welcome pack a very thoughtful gesture. Garden is very large and enclosed making it ideal for our dog. Lowri was super helpful from the second we booked, we're already looking at dates to go again

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

About the host

Hosted by Lowri Huddleston

I live locally, just outside of Eccles with my husband Peter and three children. We had a holiday cottage with our last home and I so enjoyed meeting the many guests we had and making the cottage as perfect for them as possible that when we moved house we decided to buy a holiday cottage. I love the fact that many of our guests become friends and visit again and again.

Why they chose this property

We loved Greenloaning as soon as we saw it despite the fact that it was pretty run down. We completely refurbished the cottage, new floors, new windows, complete plumbing, Central heating, electrics and we even discovered lovely stone original fireplace behind the moden brick one. It is now lovely and cosy with the log burning stove making it very snug. The garden has almost doubled in size since we cut back the overgrown shrubs. Perfect to relax and enjoy the sun and the many songbirds, as well as well as a perfect place for the children and dogs to let off steam. We even discovered an old well (made safe by a new wall surround and grill).

What makes this property unique

Allanton is a lovely village and perfectly located to enjoy all the Borders has to offer, whether it be the beaches, golf courses, or country homes and gardens etc. the village pub is fantastic and offers some of the best food and refreshments in the area. Despite being located off the middle of the village, Greenloaning is very peaceful and is edged by fields on one side. There is a small children's playpark along the lane and the children can go there safely without having to cross a road.
Fishing for salmon or sea trout is available close by on the Whiteadder Water through Bluestone Fishing.