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The Old Smithy Converted Blacksmiths - Sleeps 7 and pet friendly (upto 2 dogs)

Family-friendly vacation home in Kelso

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3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi
Outdoor dining
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Kelso, SCT
  • Place, Kelso Racecourse
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Floors Castle
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Kelso Abbey
    ‪5 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Kelso

Located within 2 miles (3 km) of Kelso Racecourse, this vacation home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Kelso Old Parish Church. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Kelso Racecourse - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Floors Castle - 5 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Kelso Abbey - 5 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Kelso Old Parish Church - 5 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Borders Abbeys Way - 5 min drive - 2.8 miles

Getting around

  • Tweedbank Station - 20 min drive
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Charlie’s - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪State Room Lounge - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Cobbles - Freehouse & Dining - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Hoot N Cat Coffee Shop - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Waggon Inn - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Old Smithy Converted Blacksmiths - Sleeps 7 and pet friendly (upto 2 dogs)

Short Term Let Licence Number: SB00057F
4* Rating
3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, sleeps up to 7 guests
EPC = E

A great place to make those Special memories with those you love

Minimum 2 nights stay

Single storey property, ideal accommodation for guests with poor mobility (not wheelchair friendly)

Whether it's a relaxing bolthole for 2, a get together with friends, or a multi generational gathering, we cater for all!.

We hope our little personal touches, will help to make your stay with us a memorable one.

Dog Friendly - (doggy welcome pack on arrival)
£20.00 per dog per stay (maximum 2 dogs)

A delightful traditional stone built converted blacksmiths, lovingly converted and restored to a high standard in 2012.

Fully centrally heated throughout the property, so cosy all year round.

The Old Smithy provides excellent self-catering accommodation, with stunning views over open countryside with Eden Water at the bottom of the garden.

The outdoor decking area with furniture is a great a place to relax during the daytime or evenings allowing you to take in the amazing views. (BBQ supplied)

We live in River Cottage opposite The Old Smithy so are on hand if you require any assistance during your stay.

The property is modern and stylish throughout displaying a wonderful blend of furnishings enhancing the original features of this old blacksmiths.

The hall has plenty of space to hang your coats, a shoe rack to store your outdoor footwear and pop on your slippers.

A door to your left leads into a wonderful social open plan kitchen and dining room . The SMEG Stainless Steel Range Cooker is perfect to prepare that special meal together. You don't need to worry about washing up as there is a dishwasher, so you can sit and relax.

The open plan living room is spacious and light with 2 sets of French doors leading into the garden area, where you can sit on the decking area and enjoy the open views across to the Thomson Memorial, and listen to the sound of Eden Water running at the bottom of the garden.

In the evening the lounge area becomes a warm and inviting space to sit and relax, with the flickering flame from the electric wood burner, music playing or playing a game or two, and of course finish off the evening with a wee dram. Pure bliss!

King-size bedroom with plenty of space to store your items along with an en-suite with a Walk- in shower cubicle.

The double bedroom consists of a double wardrobe, drawers and beside table.

The third bedroom is a very large spacious room, consisting of a double and a single bed, ideal as a family room.

There is a triple wardrobe, drawers and a bedside table.

We can provide up to 2 travel cots and high chair for you to use during your stay FREE OF CHARGE

The main bathroom consists of a bath (for those guests who like a soak at the end of the day) with a over bath shower, designed to create an ideal combination for those guests who prefer a shower.

The property is well equipped with the following appliances:

SMEG range cooker

Microwave

American style fridge/freezer

Washing Machine

Dishwasher

Iron/ironing board

Coffee maker

Dolce Gusto machine

TV

DVD player

Hifi system

Wifi

All bedlinen and towels

Cleaning products

Cot and Highchair on request

Hairdryers

Enclosed garden with garden furniture and barbecue

Ample off road parking

The vacation home is heated and features a kitchen and 2 bathrooms, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a Smart TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker. Change of towels is available on request.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Massage

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Composting
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Garden
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 2 total pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Dogs are not permitted in the bedrooms

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 7
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
Property Registration Number SB00057F

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
  • Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 7.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What's there to do around this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Kelso, close to Kelso Racecourse, Kelso Abbey, and Floors Castle. Borders Abbeys Way is also within a driving distance of 2.4 mi.

Will I be able to park at this vacation home?

No, there isn't parking available at the vacation home.

Is there a spa available at this vacation home?

Spa services at the vacation home include massages.

Is this vacation home associated with a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

What do couples enjoy most about The Old Smithy Converted Blacksmiths - Sleeps 7 and pet friendly (upto 2 dogs)?

This historic vacation home offers many amenities for couples, including a fireplace and access to a chef in each accommodation with some featuring fireplaces.

Are there hot tubs at The Old Smithy Converted Blacksmiths - Sleeps 7 and pet friendly (upto 2 dogs)?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home provide breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

Although cats and dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at this vacation home?

No, there aren't connecting rooms at this vacation home.

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Old Smithy Converted Blacksmiths - Sleeps 7 and pet friendly (upto 2 dogs)?

No, there aren't any accommodations with balconies at The Old Smithy Converted Blacksmiths - Sleeps 7 and pet friendly (upto 2 dogs).

The Old Smithy Converted Blacksmiths - Sleeps 7 and pet friendly (upto 2 dogs) Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 49 out of 49 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 49 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 49 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 49 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 49 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

matthew w.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent stay host so attentive and so welcoming! some lovely touches welcome baskets and 1 for Gizmo the cat! Lovely cottage everything you need is supplied nothing not thought off, so quiet and peaceful , lovely surroundings will stay again !
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy L.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had the best stay. Everything was wonderful. We were shown around on arrival. The best shower ever, I loved the bed. I know my points are not very useful for the next guest, but everything was perfect. Thank you for a lovely break. We will certainly stay again. Xxxxx
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacinta B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great home , location was central to everything we needed, hosts were excellent
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful place to stay

Booked to spend time with our 2 Daughters, their partners and our Grandson. Very pleasantly surprised by this well stocked property. A real home from home and a very comfortable stay for 6 adults and a baby. The small touches were much appreciated, and the large enclosed garden was great for our Daughters 2 dogs and enjoyed by ourselves for some garden games. The outside space was also large enough for 3 cars. Highly recommended, and would love to stay again to explore the area more. We visited Floors Castle gardens for a lovely walk but there are lots of interesting places within an hours drive.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tricia C., Glasgow Scotland

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing stay

Stay was amazing, comfortable and cosy. Everything we expected and more. We lucked out with some lovely sunny weather for the end of October, lovely area with lots to see and do for all ages. Thank you Gail for all your pre- planning it was very helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

David N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful short stay

The property is exceptional! Every single thing you could want or wish for are included. Similar properties often require purchasing a few bits and pieces mostly for the kitchen, but we had no such issues here and the welcome packs for us and our dog were a very generous extra! The property is cozy and comforting a proper home from home, the garden is also exceptional with plenty of room for our dog to have a run and stretch his legs. Communication with the host was perfect and they could not have done more for us! Set in a lovely village the property is the perfect base for exploring the surrounding border towns or heading over to the east coast beaches etc. Highly recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Time With Family

We had a lovely time at The Old Smithy. Gail was exceptional with making us feel we were at home. She made sure we had everything we needed. Gail went over and above to ensure we were happy. As far as making our granddaughter have good fun in the garden. I am sure we will be back at some stage. Thank you Gail for all you have done.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely stay

The owners have thought of everything in this beautiful place! We had a great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely converted smithy

Beautiful, clean and well-equipped cottage in a lovely garden. Great views, over the river to fields beyond. Location perfect for us. Easy to get to lots of pretty towns and estates by car, with dog walks on the doorstep. Occasional traffic noise in the main room - but you'd expect a blacksmith to be near a road - and the bedrooms are quiet. Very enthusiastic and welcoming property manager. Thoughtful welcome package for us and the dog, including dog towels that came in very handy. Gail was brilliant keeping in touch after we left and returning a scarf I had forgotten. Good internet access at the cottage. Some mobile signal issues indoors, as might be expected in a stone-built property. We didn't find this impaired our holiday. The large main room was great for cooking, eating and socialising as a family and I appreciated the very well-organised kitchen drawers. Overall a great place to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lilian P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent

Clean well laid out property. Beautifully situated in lovely grounds. Hosts very helpful and welcoming making our stay so enjoyable.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anna B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely stay in the Old Smithy

Really well equipped property, Gail is a super host who has thought of everything. Her little touches show her pride in the property and make you feel instantly welcome. Loads of room for a party of 6, I didn't take my dogs but they'd have loved it! The setting is beautiful but you really need a car to fully explore the area and make the most of what is on offer. Would highly recommend this property and this host
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gill H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing

We had a excellent experience at The Smithy Cottage Gail was a superb host and the cottage had everything you needed and was spotless throughout Definitely recommend this place and will return
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Allie M.

Liked: Cleanliness

A beautiful, spacious cottage

The Old Smithy has to be one of the nicest properties we’ve stayed in. Really spacious, beautifully clean and appointed with absolutely everything you could possibly need. A real home from home, and in an ideal location for a holiday based in the Scottish Borders. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

David W.

Liked: Cleanliness

A wonderful short stay

We stayed at this property for two nights in October. We were given a very warm welcome upon arrival and shown how to use all of the equipment within the cottage. The cottage was very well equipped with everything you'd need and more. The welcome hamper and delicious cake in the fridge were an added bonus. The garden was immaculate and absolutely beautiful - our dogs and toddlers very much enjoyed playing in it. After staying in many cottages over the years this one was the cleanest we have ever stayed in - it was absolutely immaculate with not a single fault to be found. Whilst here we enjoyed trips into Kelso and found walking along the river bank beautiful and peaceful. We hope to come back again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Linda M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful weekend

Cottage was beautiful, clean, warm, cozy and decor was lovely. The thoughtfulness of Gail is evident all over the house from the mints on the pillows to the happy birthday signs and personalised card and fizz. Amazing property and would happily book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bruce M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect cottage and ideal Southern Scotland location

Gail was the perfect host and the cottage was exactly as described, maybe even better than described. The location is great for doing things in Southern Scotland. Super clean and we had everything we needed. Gail was great with a communication and always had great recommendations. I highly recommend the Old Smithy Cottage for a family getaway.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Deborah Y.

Liked: Cleanliness

Booked the Old smiddy for a wedding party stayover and it couldnt have been anymore perfect.

This was an amazing experience from start to finish. Property is beautiful and owners went out of their way to ensure out experience was a memorable one. First class and would 100% recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Theresa W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family time in the Scottish Borders

We had a lovely week at The Old Smithy Cottage, the place was very well equipped and comfortable, a warm welcome was given on arrival even to our dog! The owners were so informative and lots of suggestions were given. It was a perfect base to explore the Scottish Borders and parts of Northumberland. The weather was wonderful and we had a great trip!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Kelso Stay

First Class.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

pamela b.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent venue

Beautiful cottage, lovely helpful hosts with a wealth of excellent guidance and advice on places to visit. Clean and organised home with everything you could possibly need. Amazing hosts!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gillian W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful holiday

Beautiful house in lovely location perfect for exploring the area. Hosts were fantastic with lots of communication and suggestions for places to go. We had a great holiday with our family.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Jubilee and scooter weekend stay

Immaculate property inside and out with very welcoming hosts. There is nothing to fault in this property. Everything you require is available and the host is very helpful. There is even a well stocked welcome pack even including a wonderful apple pie. It was so good we tried to book it for next year but sadly the dates we required were already taken.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gillian A., United Kingdom

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely well equipped cottage

We had an excellent stay for a family 60th birthday. Gail couldn't have been more helpful, she put up decorations, personalised birthday card and arranged all my requests for arrival. Lots of nice touches in the property, they have thought of everything. We would all definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anne K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent Borders cottage

Really clean cottage ideally placed for the Borders. High standard of comfort and great for families and dogs. Owners are helpful and welcoming. Highly recommend
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Linda H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Paul’s 60th Birthday Family Celebration

A Great Family Weekend Away for Mr’s 60th Birthday Celebrations. Monty’s first family holiday too 🐕 Thanks to the Lemon and Thyme and China Red for the vegan food options. A Lovely Craft Fair too. Gail and Adrian were fabulous hosts too.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021