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Merse Cottage

Hutton, near Berwick-upon-Tweed, Southern Scotland
Sleeps 5
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 2
4 star
Parking on site / nearby
Highchair available
Towels included
Family friendly
Fishing on site / nearby
Internet access
Open fire / wood burner
Enclosed garden / patio
Downstairs bathroom
Shop nearby
Complex
Cot available
Country houses
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At a glance

  • Surrounded by beautiful countryside to walk or bike
  • Enclosed garden ideal for children and your family pet
  • Lots of history and castles within a short drive to explore and enjoy

 

Property code: OC-MERSC

Head to the far reaches of Northumberland to find unspoilt countryside and more walks than you can shake a stick at. This traditional stone cottage is the perfect cosy retreat for up to five people and one waggy-tailed companion. Don your walking boots and let Fido take the lead, exploring sandy beaches, majestic scenery, and ancient architecture. Weary from your travels, put your paws up in front of the wood burner and sip a decadent hot chocolate with lashings of cream, accompanied by your beloved hound snoring at your feet.

The property is cosy, intimate and packed with rustic charm; made all the more welcoming by the comfortable lounge and roaring wood burner. Sink into the sofas for a well-earned snooze after a long day, only rousing for a delicious supper prepared in the country cottage-style kitchen. The dining room is a great spot to plan your day’s itinerary over a full English, or perhaps start the day with a pot of coffee outside. The sunny garden is also a brilliant place to round off the day, sizzling something special on the BBQ before heading upstairs for a restful night’s sleep in the inviting bedrooms.

Close to the Northumberland Coast and just 8 miles from the historic town of Berwick-upon-Tweed, you are well placed for an adventure across this Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. You would be barking mad to miss out on a visit to Berwick Castle, the remains of a seaside medieval castle steeped in rich history. The Royal Border Bridge and Berwick’s town walls are also worthy of inspection before you finish the day admiring a breathtaking sunset over a fish supper by the harbour.

  • Bedrooms - 1 king-size bedroom and one triple bedroom with 3 x single beds
  • Bathroom - Family bathroom with shower over bath and WC
  • Kitchen - Well equipped with electric oven and hob, microwave, small fridge/freezer and washing machine
  • Wood Burner in the lounge with first basket of logs included
  • TV/DVD/CD, Freeview and board games in the lounge
  • Enclosed Garden
  • Parking and he front and to the rear of the house
  • 2 well behaved dog welcome
  • Location -beach 7 miles, shops, pubs and restaurants 2 miles
  • Property is close to a working farm
  • Welcome Pack on arrival
  • Farm shop located adjacent to property that stock eggs
  • Jim Clark Rally in May of each year
  • Borders Book Festival in June of each year
  • For larger or joint parties the adjacent property, Castle Barns Cottage, can also be booked
  • STL License number : SB-00206-F
  • EPC rating : D
  • Arrival: 16:30 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 2 dogs allowed. Additional charges may apply

Gavin Grant

This property is personally managed by Gavin.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 12 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Vic 11th July 2026

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Reviewed by Sally 3rd June 2026

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We had a lovely stay in Merse Cottage. Comfortable, cosy cottage with everything we needed. Great location for visiting Edinburgh and the surrounding area.

Reviewed by Robin 26th September 2025

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A comfortable cottage in a quiet rural location well situated for trips to Berwick and Lindisfarne. Helen and Steve, the owners were friendly and helpful and Steve quickly rectified a problem with the heating.

Reviewed by Michael 12th September 2025

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The cottage was lovely, cosy and always warm. Plenty of good quality equipment.

Reviewed by Vic 2nd July 2025

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Spotless. Spacious, great location for walking and running, as well as commuting to Berwiick.

Reviewed by Kay 13th June 2025

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I found the cottage really easily. It was in a good, quiet location. It was ideally situated for what we wanted to do this holiday.the cottage was clean and well equipped. It had everything we needed. The owner lives nextdoor, so it was really easy if there had have been anything we needed

Reviewed by Owen 16th May 2025

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A secure garden where you could enjoy the sun. Berwick is, to us, exceptionally dog-friendly and Spital beach is ideal for them. Easy to access the coast North and South of Berwick as well as the great rugby playing towns of the Borders.

Reviewed by Ian 9th May 2025

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Had a great holiday in a nice cottage

Reviewed by Melony 21st September 2024

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Weve just returned from a lovely week at Merse Cottage with our two beautiful dogs. The Cottage was lovely, cosy and well-equipped with lovely large bedrooms and a separate dining room. It offered nearly everything that we needed. A very peaceful, albeit quite remote setting but we really enjoyed the dog-walks that provided. It was lovely too that Read moreHelen popped around to check that all was well upon arrival too. A very nice stay indeed. Hide

Reviewed by Gareth 7th September 2024

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What a lovely cottage in a fantastic location, in a very interesting and someone undiscovered area of the Scottish borders. I dont think we could suggest any improvements to the cottage, very cosy, homely, and well equipped, in a very quiet part of the countryside. Fantastic coastline around St Abbs Hear and we were able to do an easy day trip to ERead moredinburgh and Lindisfarne, as well as lots of walking along the wild and rugged coast. Hide

Reviewed by Roderick 16th August 2024

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Reviewed by Bryan 19th July 2024

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Really nice cottage in a beautiful area. Well equipped, clean and in good condition. We really enjoyed staying in Merse cottage!

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1 more property at this location

Castle Barns Cottage

Castle Barns Cottage

Sleeps: 4 | Bedrooms: 2

£624 - £1,115

To arrange group bookings across one or more of these properties, call our team to check availability and book.

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