Well designed,well equipped

The fact that there wasn’t any grab rails which made it very difficult to have a bath.also as much as I liked the decor I found it to dark .

This is the most comfortable and gorgeous cottage. Much bigger than we thought it would be and has a lovely enclosed garden that was perfect for the dogs. Everything was provided, kitchen was very well stocked. We didn't use the fire, but it would have been perfect for cooler evenings. Amazing walks from the doorstep.

As dogs were restricted to the boot room and kitchen, a stairgate would have been helpful. There is no door to the kitchen, so keeping the dogs in the kitchen was tricky without a gate.

Position. Inside comforts.

Nothing.

Bowden is very quiet and peaceful and an excellent base for exploring the Borders. The cottage was beautifully designed, the rooms felt luxurious and the beds were very comfortable. The host left cake, wine and flowers, which was lovely. The garden furniture was much appreciated as the weather was so hot.

The sash windows in the bedrooms have no sashes to hold them open and the hall radiator comes on periodically with no thermostat to turn it down: both were an issue as we stayed during a heatwave. The microwave located in the cupboard is not practical to use and there were no suitable cooking dishes. The rug in the kitchen is a trip hazard as it slips and slides.

Beautifully decorated cottage. Well equipped, good shower and very comfortable beds. Great hosts...very helpful, and only a phone call away when needed.

Exceptional design

Warm and very comfortable. Pretty village. Very well equipped property.

Nothing.