Fortress in the Ferns
18 guests
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9 bedrooms, 11 beds
7.5 bathrooms
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You'll feel like a time traveller in 15th-century Scotland with a stay at this majestic castle. The main house oozes historic character – think roaring fireplaces, wood-panelled galleries, and cosy turret rooms, including an enchanting library stacked to the ceiling with books. An adjoining wing offers private space for small family groups, with its own cosy sitting room, kitchen, and patio. Spend quiet days at home with walks in the extensive grounds (if you forget your wellies, you'll find some in the boot room) or playing tennis on the private court, or explore further afield – Jedburgh is a five-minute drive away, and the nearby River Tweed is home to some of Scotland's best fishing spots.
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What to expect
Highlights
Explore the stunning landscape of the Scottish Borders
Enjoy cosy evenings with board games by the fire
Curl up with a book in the atmospheric Turret Library
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Home truths
While not all the bedrooms and bathrooms have been photographed, expect the style and quality to be consistent with the rest of the home.
Due to this home's location, we recommend hiring a car to get the most out of your stay.
This home is comprised of a main house with six bedrooms and an adjoining wing with three bedrooms. Four of the bedrooms in the main house can be arranged as doubles or twins on request.
The ground-floor bedrooms in the adjoining wing share a Jack-and-Jill-style bathroom.
There are steps and uneven floors throughout this home, so we don't recommend it for guests with reduced mobility. Taller guests should also take care with low doorways.
About this stay
Amenities
Ski storage / boot room
Tennis court
Outdoor seating
Desk
Laptop friendly workspace
Wi-fi
Pets allowed
Parking available
Bedrooms & bathrooms
9 bedrooms, 11 beds
7.5 bathrooms
Extras
Arranged by your host • Subject to availability
Additional fees
- There is an adjacent Lodge here, which can sleep an additional six guests. Please contact your host if you would like to hire the Lodge in addition to the main house, for an additional fee.Cost on request
Local guide
About Roxburgh, Ettrick and Lauderdale
Rolling hills dotted with sheep, a patchwork of fields and the ribbon of the River Tweed cutting through the land make up this away-from-it-all part of the Scottish Borders. In the Ettrick Valley you’ll find the scenery that inspired shepherd turned writer James Hogg and rambles across the landscape are punctuated by ancient towers. Market towns like Hawick and Jedburgh were wool industry boom-towns back in the day and you...
Get around
Airport
Newcastle International
1 hr 17 min
Carlisle Lake District
1 hr 39 min
Edinburgh
1 hr 44 min
Train station
Tweedbank
30 min
Bus stop
A68 Linthaugh Hail & Ride
7 min
Local shops & services
Convenience store
11 min
Cafe
9 min
Pharmacy
10 min
Points of interest
Beach
Cocklawburn Beach
1 hr 11 min
Booking policies
House Rules
Children welcome (1-12 years)
Infants welcome (under 12 months)
Pets welcome
No parties or events
No smoking
Good to know
Arrival from 16:00
Departure before 10:00
Wifi
No air con
Cancellation policy
Up until
30
days
Cancel at least 30 days before your check-in date for a full refund.
Not eligible for a refund once your check-in date is under 30 days away.
Host
This home is managed by Ali
This home is managed by a business on behalf of its owner. A member of their staff will be your point of contact before and during your stay. Ali will endeavour to make your stay in this historic home a memorable one. If you're looking for things to see and do, just reach out for recommendations.
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