Title: Kennels Cottage - Countryside charm at The Yair in The Scottish Borders Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=39670397&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Kennels Cottage - Countryside charm at The Yair in The Scottish Borders Cottage in Galashiels with kitchen and patio ## Photo gallery for Kennels Cottage - Countryside charm at The Yair in The Scottish Borders ![Outdoor dining - Kennels Cottage - Countryside charm at The Yair in The Scottish Borders (By Galashiels)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39680000/39670400/39670397/6c5703b6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - Kennels Cottage - Countryside charm at The Yair in The Scottish Borders (By Galashiels)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39680000/39670400/39670397/581ede29.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV - Kennels Cottage - Countryside charm at The Yair in The Scottish Borders (By Galashiels)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39680000/39670400/39670397/9311260e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - Kennels Cottage - Countryside charm at The Yair in The Scottish Borders (By Galashiels)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39680000/39670400/39670397/e876ee67.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher - Kennels Cottage - Countryside charm at The Yair in The Scottish Borders (By Galashiels)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39680000/39670400/39670397/ef34f21a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Kennels Cottage - Countryside charm at The Yair in The Scottish Borders provides amenities, such as laundry facilities and a hot tub. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4891 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Kennels Cottage - Countryside charm at The Yair in The Scottish Borders Kennels Cottage is located on picturesque and private Yair Estate, which is situated on the banks of the River Tweed in the heart of the Scottish Borders, approximately 35 miles south of Edinburgh. The Yair is a perfect base from which to explore everything that this part of Scotland has to offer. The property is all on one level and is situated within the Stable block on the estate. The front door opens out onto large decked area with a charming, private and enclosed garden beyond. It is here that the hot tub is situated. The property comprises of a kitchen, sitting room with dining area, two bedrooms (one has a king size bed and the other can either be configured as a twin or a double), a bathroom (with shower over bath) and a utility cupboard. The property has everything you might expect as part of a high end holiday let including a Smart TV (Netflix, iplayer, Amazon Prime etc), wireless internet, iron and ironing board, washing machine/dryer, dishwasher and a very effective wood burner. All linens are provided along with dishwasher tablets, washing power and all the logs you may need. The property is let as a whole and guests will also have access to a Tennis Court (shared with guests staying in the other properties on the estate). The property also comes with a permit to fish for trout on the Tweed (April though too mid September) and guests will have access to the private stretch of water at The Yair. Salmon Fishing may be available, at additional cost, during the months of August through to November. STL No: SLL000441 EPC: D ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room - Wood stove ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Things to do - Tennis ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - 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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 Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as 637050 Cosy Country Cottage in the Heart of the Scottish Borders ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C55.58542%2C-2.86974&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=-pAZJ7Kyopc-mGYwRALjGUJU1kY=) By Galashiels, Scotland #### What's nearby - Abbotsford The Home Of Sir Walter Scott \- 6 min drive \- 4.6 miles - Sir Walter Scott's Courtroom \- 7 min drive \- 5.0 miles - Market Square \- 7 min drive \- 5.2 miles - Old Gala House \- 8 min drive \- 5.7 miles - Waverley Line \- 8 min drive \- 6.2 miles #### Getting around - Tweedbank Station - 13 min drive - Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 79 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Waterwheel Café - ‬7 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive - ‪Okome - ‬7 min drive - ‪The Salmon Inn - ‬7 min drive - ‪Reivers Sportsbar - ‬8 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Kennels Cottage - Countryside charm at The Yair in The Scottish Borders pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Kennels Cottage - Countryside charm at The Yair in The Scottish Borders? ### What time is check-in at Kennels Cottage - Countryside charm at The Yair in The Scottish Borders? ### What time is check-out at Kennels Cottage - Countryside charm at The Yair in The Scottish Borders? ### Where is Kennels Cottage - Countryside charm at The Yair in The Scottish Borders located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Kennels Cottage - Countryside charm at The Yair in The Scottish Borders Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 6 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ### 10 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nicole 27 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication We loved our stay at The Yair. We booked it for its proximity to the river Tweed for fly fishing and found that the river runs past the property; complete with fishing hut and a gillie! The property’s owner was great in his communication and was available for anything we needed. It was fascinating to learn from him about the history of the property. Our cottage was beautiful and the hot tub was a nice addition. We would stay here again, independent of fishing. ##### Nicole Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robert S. 10 May 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely Property A fantastic property, beautiful location and grounds and Ollie (the owner) was exceptionally helpful. All in all a great place and look forward to hopefully returning at some point. ##### Robert S. Stayed 2 nights in May 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Elizabeth F. 27 Sept 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely cottage set in beautiful setting very peaceful feeling fully recharged will be back. We had a lovely time. We aimed for peace and quiet and that's what we got wonderful. ##### Elizabeth F. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Helen T. 13 Aug 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely cottage Cottage was gorgeous and clean. The owner was lovely and very welcoming. Beautiful grounds with lovely walks. Will be Definitely be booking again. Thank you. ##### Helen T. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Hilary A., Ipswich 5 Jun 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### The Kennels at The Yair The Kennels is a lovely comfortable and clean property located on a beautiful estate. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay, eating leisurely breakfasts on the sun soaked terrace, whilst looking out over a small but pleasant garden and listening to birdsong. Olly was very welcoming and we couldn’t fault the cottage in any way. We plan to return! Thank you. Hilary (Ipswich) ##### Hilary A. Stayed 4 nights in May 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Heather R. 3 Aug 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful anniversary Well, we have just returned from Kennel Cottage and we are already looking for when we can come again. This is a beautiful property with a beautiful surrounding estate. There are few words to help describe how amazing our little weekend away was. It was unforgettable and Olly was super helpful. A hidden gem! We will definitely be back! ##### Heather R. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020 ---