Things to see and do
The Scottish Borders offers an unhurried way of life, quiet roads, history and heritage and wonderful countryside.
The Scottish Borders and North Northumberland offer an unhurried way of life, quiet roads, history and heritage and wonderful countryside. Come and stay for a few days or longer at Larkhall Burn the perfect base for a visit to the Scottish Borders and beyond.
There is a wealth of things to do and see within an hours' drive, encompassing Edinburgh to the north, UNESCO World Heritage Site Hadrian's Wall to the south, Holy Island to the east, and St Mary's Loch to the west. Don't forget the wonderful Harry Potter Alnwick Castle.
St Abbs Head Visit this stunning coastline. About 50 minutes drive. Visit the pictuesque fishing harbour of Eyemouth and perhaps then move on to Berwick-upon-Tweed. Carry on down the Nothumberland coastline: visit Bamburgh castle, Craster and Seahouses to take a boat to The Farne Islands.
On your doorstep, visit Jedburgh Abbey, Mary Queen of Scots House, The Castle Jail a choice of walks and cycle routes or perhaps take a guided Historic Walk around the town. Harestanes Visitor centre makes a great day out for all the family. Perhaps do very little read a book on your balcony, just enjoy your accommodation and the peace and quiet.
A week in the Borders for walking and sight-seeing, after dropping son off at university. The cottage was warm, clean and well equipped and perfectly located for the range of walking we wanted to do...
The cottage was very well presented, immaculately clean with some lovely personal touches. Used the cottage as a base to enjoy some lovely scenic walks. Property owners were very friendly...
Our stay in Larkhall Burn came at the end of a holiday visiting friends and family. It is the perfect spot in the town, quiet but close to everything. We had our dog with us and were able to take her on plenty of walks without using the car...
lean, well equipped accommodation, with excellent views across Jedburgh. The owners, John and Margret, were very helpful and friendly. An ideal base for touring, or just exploring Jedburgh and the closer surrounding area. Highly recommended...
