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The burn
Lounge
Lounge
Dining Room
Kitchen

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 11

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Cornhill on Tweed, Northumberland
  • Norham Castle
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Chain Bridge Honey Farm
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Paxton House
    ‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 11)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

3 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Cosy, rural retreat

Oxendeanburn Cottage is a cosy, rural retreat comfortably sleeping 11 adults.
Electricity, gas central heating and hot water are included in the price and the cottage is a non smoking property.
The Cottage has its own stone walled garden with ramp access and secure gates, secure storage for bikes in the adjacent farm buildings and access to our two acre wood with a path leading down to the small burn that gives the property its name. The garden has a BBQ (charcoal provided) and outdoor furniture for you to use. There is parking for 3 cars and there is ramp access to one of the entrance doors.
The lounge has comfortably upholstered rocking and reclining chairs and sofas, HD smart TV with freesat and WiFi broadband, available free subject to “sensible use”.
There are five double bedrooms: 1 with a super kingsize bed, 1 with a king size bed, 1 with twin beds/super king size bed, 1 with a double bed and 1 with 2/3 single beds. All the beds have premium mattresses and duvets, pillows and bed linen are provided. A travel cot is available on request, but please bring your own bedding for it.
There is a separate dining room to seat 10, and a high chair is available.
There are two bathrooms, both with WC, bath with electric shower over and basin.
Ample towels are provided.
The fitted kitchen is fully equipped with fridge freezer, microwave, fan oven, 4 ring electric hob and dishwasher. There is a comprehensive supply of cooking utensils and pans.
The utility room has washing machine, dryer and plenty of fitted cupboards
There are books for all ages spread around the cottage plus a range of toys and board games.
We provide loo rolls, bin bags, cleaning materials, dishwasher and laundry tabs.
There are tea bags, coffee, and sugar in the kitchen and milk in the fridge.
Cornhill on Tweed has a wonderful village shop and Coldstream - just across the border into Scotland - has a large Co-op with a cash machine, good Indian restaurant (eat in or takeaway), Chinese takeaway, fish and chip shop, petrol station and of course, the Guards Museum. The Collingwood Arms in Cornhill has a bar, a bistro and a restaurant.
You can walk to the Tweed from the wood and there are several other decent walks that start outside your back door.
In a car, you can be in Berwick or on a beautiful sandy beach in 20 minutes and either Newcastle or Edinburgh in about an hour. If your interest is in history or the natural world then the Scottish borders, the Cheviots, the Northumberland National Park and Kielder Forest are all on our doorstep and all provide excellent days out.
Golf, fishing and gliding can be found nearby.
We live in the Farmhouse next door and are available to sort any queries or problems but will not intrude on your privacy. 

Property manager

Dorothy and Tony Moore

Languages

English, French

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Travel cot and high chair are available
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Up to 2 dogs considered. Please ask for details.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Cornhill on Tweed

Located in Cornhill on Tweed, this cottage is in a rural area. Hirsel Golf Club and Kelso Racecourse are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Home Park and Heatherslaw Light Railway. Travelling with kids? Consider The Swan Centre for Leisure and Clifton Park. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.
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Cornhill on Tweed, Northumberland

What's nearby

  • Norham Castle - 8 min drive - 9.2 km
  • Etal Castle - 10 min drive - 12.8 km
  • Chain Bridge Honey Farm - 10 min drive - 13.8 km
  • Berwick-upon-Tweed Barracks and Main Guard - 15 min drive - 18.8 km
  • Paxton House - 17 min drive - 19.3 km

Getting around

  • Berwick-Upon-Tweed Station - 20 min drive
  • Newcastle (NCL-Newcastle Intl.) - 76 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rajdhani Spice - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Collingwood Arms Hotel - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Anthony's Fish Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Blue Bell Inn - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Besom Inn - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cosy, rural retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Cosy, rural retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cosy, rural retreat?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cosy, rural retreat located?

This family-friendly Cornhill on Tweed cottage is located in a rural location, within 3 mi (5 km) of Henderson Park, Coldstream Library and Hope Park. Home Park and Hirsel Golf Club are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jeannette F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location
This was a family get together for New Year and a birthday celebration. The property is as described and plenty of room for 10 of us. The hosts were so helpful and friendly we would definitely rebook
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joe S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family trip
Tony and Dorothy made us feel very welcome! The cottage is no frills but exactly that we needed and expected, and ideal for a family with lots of young ones and an active dog
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Dunn family
It was home from home, we all loved it especially the children who particularly loved the private woods and gardens. We were made to feel very welcome from a very friendly couple with gifts on arrival. We will definitely go back.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Happy holiday
We found the area ideal for walking the dogs and enough places to visit during our week
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for a big family exploration
This cottage was great for our family, with lots of children. A great cottage with lots of space with the added bonus of the woods, garden and fields. We used this as a base to explore the local area and headed up to Edinburgh too. Thanks to Dorothy and Tony for their hospitality.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Paula B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Plenty of space, plenty to do.
The children were spoiled between playing in the enclosed garden, exploring the woods attached to the property or sharing the many toys provided. We were all fascinated by the housemartins and swallows building their nests all around the buildings and hearing owls and seeing bats as dusk fell. The cottage feels secluded but is easily accessible from the road. A perfect base for the many attractions offered within a relatively short drive.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Iain M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Happy family holiday
We had to change our New Year booking to June due to covid restrictions which Dorothy arranged seamlessly. The property was clean and had all the facilities required for a family stay. This included games, toys and dressing up box which our young grandkids fully utilised.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Mary H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely place to relax and stay a little out dated but just lovely people and we will come back
Lovely and relaxing place to stay and re charge our batteries. Just a little out dated in certain areas. Could do with a set of draws in one of the bedrooms and a chair would be handy in the bedroom. Just lovely people and could not do enough for you . Thank you so much for your hospitality. Mary Hurst
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Steve L., Ilkley

Ideal countryside base to explore Northumberland
We needed a large enough cottage to accommodate the needs of two families with children. The layout (with its two bathrooms) meant that our families could enjoy their own space when needed. It is fully equipped with everything you need - right down to dishwasher tablets and barbeque fuel. It's a quiet location. The owners live in the separate house next door, and are very helpful when you need anything. Most attractions are within a 40 minute drive of the cottage, making it an ideal base. There's a fantastic, quiet beach only 20 mins away, which is much easier to get to than Bamburgh. Had a great week here!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Vicky D.

Lovely property. Amazing hosts
We arrived here Friday night. What a lovely welcome Dorothy and Tony gave us. Made us feel very welcome and also made us feel that we could treat the cottage as our home for the duration of the stay. The cottage itself is clean and the beds are really comfy. The living room has loads of seating. (One thing to note there is no DVD player). The boot room / utility at the end of the house is great when you're coming in with mucky kids and a mucky dog. The woods are a lovely surprise and the walk through them is lovely. We didn't have the greatest weather but it didn't stop us enjoying them. On the last night we thought we'd roast marshmallows outside. A quick note to Tony and Dorothy as voila. Wood. Matches and fire lighters ready in a jiffy. Kelso swimming baths is handy for the really bad days and they have inflatable sessions that the kids really enjoyed. Holy island worth a trip as well. (Tide times in the cottage) Overall. I cant recommend this place enough.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Great property, brilliant location, can't recommend enough.
Three families spent a week here in early August. The layout worked really well for us - a triple room (with toys) for the three youngest girls, a twin room for the teenage boys and three doubles for the adults. Note - I think some of the rooms can be reconfigured if you need it. It's well kept and well equipped - plenty of glasses, cups, bowls, etc. There's a utility room at the end with a sink, fridge, washing machine and tumble drier ("use it as much as you like"). Some other reviews mentioned the reclining chairs in the living room. I didn't think this too much of this, but everyone (including me) thought they were great. Some of them rock too (the kids loved this). Really nice at the end of the day. The location was great - there's a road nearby, but it's hidden by big hedges and we barely noticed it. The younger kids loved the private woods - enclosed and secure, so happy for them to go and play by themselves. A patio outside, lawn, seating area, barbecue and plenty of other space to just potter around in. Plus outbuildings to stick the bikes in. We found plenty to do - Seahouses for seaside stuff (chips, slots, crazy golf); Berwick for a walk round the walls; Etal and Norham castles (plus light railway); Walks along the Tweed or into Cornhill. The local shop in Cornhill is very well stocked - we walked there with and had lunch. There's a bigger co-op 10-15 mins drive away (note - in Coldstream, Scotland, so not subject to England's restrictive Sunday trading laws). The owners live next door and were great. They summed it up well when they first showed us round, "you can see as much or as little of us as you like". They provided useful advice on places to go and events (we were lucky enough to be there for Coldstream Civic Week/Ridings), but generally they left us to get on with it. A final word from the teenagers - both of whom were extremely worried about the internet - They were pleasantly surprised. Whilst not matching the speeds they are used to at home (in cities), it was pretty reasonable much of the time. Thanks Tony and Dorothy - we had a great week. We're talking about coming back next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2016

10/10 Excellent

Rachel H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fortnight in Cornhill
Beautiful setting over looking farmland, lovely hosts who are very friendly and helpful. The only things that stopped this from being perfect was a lack of storage space, we had good all over the place as no cupboard space and this is the first property I have had to live out of a suitcase due to lack of storage in the bedrooms
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Shirley A.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good family base for exploring
Friendly, knowledgeable hosts. Extremely well equipped, including numerous toys, games and books for children. Also books and board games for adults, a good lawned area for children to play and adults to relax. Beds and sofas were all very comfortable, decor was a little bit tired. Excellent value.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Sarah M.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Holiday
Nice large accommodation,Tony and Dorothy very welcoming and suggested lovely walks from the door,house very close to road bso alot of passing traffic, lovely villages to visit in surrounding area
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rhona G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great break - fresh air, beaches and fun
We had a fabulous weekend in Cornhill. I have stayed there for two family holidays previously and brought a different family group. The kitchen faciities are excellent, having two spaces helps with storage. My younger kids adore the toys in the playroom, the lounge is comfortable, and the house was warm. We went for beautiful beach walks, explored the local area and had a great short run through the village and down to the river. Everything was great.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sue B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were attending an even in the area and this was a superb property for us.
Convenient for the even we were attending. Clean and comfortable with everything we required.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Allan D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great area for Castles, towns,, villages and attractions
Great welcome. Fresh eggs and warm house with everything we could need. Thanks to Dorothy and Tony.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

penny m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We would like to keep this wonderful place as a secret.
Excellent communication from Dorothy and Tony throughout. They made us feel very welcome. And the settings made us feel like we were living the famous 5 adventures splashing through the river and exploring the woods with fresh eggs and potatoes on our doorstep. Plenty of space for the 9 of us. Thanks so much for letting us stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Pip U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous
This was the perfect location to explore Northumberland. House was very well equipped and hosts were so friendly and helpful with things to see and do. Thank you so much for the bottle of fizz and eggs and milk as a welcome present plus other useful basics in the kitchen to help out with meal prep. Special mention to the super comfy beds. Loved the views from the house and next door woods and fields to dog walk in. Garden dog proof, secure and private. Great place to stay, highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Andrew L., Aberdeen

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
superb base for exploring the border region
It has all the facilities families need for good weather (barbeque, walks, garden) lots of games and things to do when the weather is not so good. The welcome from Dorothy and Tony was excellent. Their COVID precautions were well managed. The Welcome pack with fresh vegetables from their garden was very welcome.

10/10 Excellent

Rene d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Familie vakantie in gezellig cottage in Cornhill on tweed
Zeer fijne vakantie gehad, erg goed ontvangen door Dorothy en Toni en zeer hulpvaardig. Mochten oenoten bedankt Dorothy and Toni mdat we uit nederland kwamen met de nachtboot al eerder het cottage in. Werden door Dorothy gewaarschuwd wanneer de schoonmaak klaar was en mochten en gelijk in. Zeer aanbeveligings waardig. Hebben erg genoten. Gezellige sfeer en veel te bezichtigen. Dank Dorothy en Toni
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Caroline P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
4 mums 6 kids - fabulous from start to finish
Perfect accommodation for families. Felt spacious and comfortable. Brilliantly equipped to make your stay as easy as possible. The kids particularly enjoyed chilling on the reclining sofas after a day at the beach. Great location with everything within a 20 to 30 minute drive away. Fabulous hosts for whom nothing was too much trouble.

8/10 Good

Amanda R.

Warm and Comfortable cottage
Lovely cottage - very comfortable and has everything you need! Lovely location for walks and visiting beautiful coast ! Perfect for family gathering!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

David P.

Practical property with great flexible accommodation. Well equipped For all ages. V comfortable beds
We were 9 ranging from 72 to 4. Lots to explore nearby and a bit further. Owners were very helpful with ideas for excursions. A very relaxing holiday.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Steve W.

Great place, great location, wonderful Hosts.
This was exactly what we are looking for. The property and surrounding area were ideal for our dogs and young children. Would definitely recommend!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2018

About the host

Hosted by Dorothy and Tony Moore

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Languages:

English, French