Stunning contemporary 7-bedroomed church and adjoining vestry

Cairns House is a stunning, contemporary seven bedroomed church conversion located in the beautiful Scottish Borders, under an hour from Edinburgh and just 3½ hours by rail from London. This makes it an ideal, ultra luxurious bolthole from the city.

Cairns House sleeps 14 people but there is an adjoining vestry, for a further four people, which can be rented at an additional cost if required. The rentals dislayed are for the house only for a maximum of 14 people.

The church occupies an elevated position overlooking the Tweed Valley and the Cheviot hills and dates back to 1878. Now, after extensive and creative restoration, this magnificent contemporary home is available for self-catering holidays.

The church divides into the main body of the church and the vestry. The main church has five bedrooms (three with en suite wet rooms), three bathrooms and a vast 54ft x 34ft living space on the first floor. This floor has an amazing opaque glass floor accessed by an equally gorgeous mahogany, oak and glass staircase. The vestry has been renovated in a more classic style, using Farrow and Ball colours, and connects internally with the main house. This part of the house has two bedrooms, both with en suite bathrooms, and a large 31ft x 16ft living space.

The church is vast and the space has been developed to create a truly unique family home which, despite its ethereal look, is in fact a comfortable living space for families with children who will find the warmed floors a delight to play on.

There are a number of bespoke features to the property, including a contemporary brushed aluminium chandelier by Mike Stoane of Edinburgh, travertine flooring and a vast hammer-beam vaulted ceiling.

Surrounding the church is a stylish, elevated hardwood deck leading to a sheltered walled garden to the rear - here you can sit out on the terrace and dine whilst taking in the tranquil Scottish Borders view.

It is impossible to convey the sheer beauty of this church conversion whilst at the same time emphasising the comfort and luxury of this very special space. This is a holiday home for those with an appreciation of the finer things in life!

Accommodation

Ground Floor
Large atrium/reception area
Double bedroom plus small single bed
Bathroom with bath, shower, toilet and hand basin
Double bedroom with en suite shower and hand basin
Double bedroom with additional single bed
Small double bedroom with en suite shower and hand basin
Bathroom with bath, shower, toilet and hand basin
Master king-size bedroom, including double sofa bed with en suite wet room including shower, bath, toilet and hand basin
Utility room
Cloakroom with toilet and hand basin

First Floor
Huge open plan living floor (54 ft x 34 ft) with opaque glass floor, vast hammer-beam vaulted ceiling, and a beautiful pair of 'Rose Windows'. This floor incorporates:
Sitting area with deep velvet sofas and doors to balcony
Kitchen with stainless steel and granite worktops
Dining area

The Vestry (this is optional and is charged as extra - please see rates in the right hand column)

Open plan sitting, dining and kitchen room with wood burning stove
Double bedroom with en suite shower and hand basin
Double bedroom with en suite walk-in shower and hand basin
Bathroom with bath, toilet and hand basin
Separate toilet

Access to the Vestry is either through the master bedroom in the main house, or there is a private entrance directly to the decked area. The Vestry is fully equipped so guests can be self-sufficient from the main house.

Features

Child Friendly

Children welcome.

Cook Available

Cook/catering by arrangement.

Fishing & Stalking

River Tweed nearby.

Games Room

Pool table.

Garden

Floors Castle - 3 miles.

Golf

Excellent golfing area. Packages available on request.

Good Accessibility

Accommodation on the ground floor for those who cannot manage stairs.

Of Historic or Architectural Interest

Fascinating church conversion - featured in Grand Designs and Homes and Interiors.

Pets Allowed

One well-behaved dog by arrangement.

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Saturday - Saturday

Sleeps 10 + 4 + 4

Reductions available for late availability and under-occupancy.

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Quoted in the Scotsman as 'One of the most arresting homes in Scotland'
Featured in ' Homes and Interiors', Grand Designs' and several newspapers for its stunning and unique conversion
Ultra luxurious interior enhanced by two Rose windows
Breathtaking views across the Tweed valley and the Cheviot hills
Mahogany, oak and glass staircase
Gothic external buttresses
Pool table
Trampoline
Decking with garden furniture
Contemporary multi-fuel stoves
Enclosed/walled garden
Edinburgh - 1 hour
Kelso - 3 miles
Private parking for 6 cars (additional on-street)
Safety lighting on ground floor
Beaches - 35 minutes (Coldingham & Spittal)
All fuel included
Linen and towels included
One well-behaved dog by arrangement
No smoking inside, please

In the area:
Horseriding and racecourse
Fishing (Tweed)
Shooting
Roxburghe Championship Golf Course
Historic Houses
Abbeys
Castles - Floors castle etc.
Holy Island

By arrangement:
Cook/catering
Housekeeping

Facilities

Wood burning stove
Zoned underfloor heating throughout
Travertine flooring and floor lighting
Electric aubergine Aga
Electric hob and oven
Microwave
Fridge/freezer
Freezer
Dishwasher
Washing machine
Drying room
Sky TV (Sky Sports)
DVD player
CD sound system pre-programmed with 100s of CDs
Telephone and broadband connection
Books, toys, games
Garden furniture
Stair gate
Cot and travel cot
2 highchairs

Rental

Booked NEW YEAR 2008/09

Extras: The Vestry - additional accommodation for 4

Low - £400
Mid - £500
High - £700
Easter - £700

Christmas and New Year are only let as a whole for up to 18 people.

Offers

3 night short breaks:
Low Season
House - £980
Vestry - £280

Mid Season
House - £1100
Vestry - £350

Availability

Green - Available, Red - Booked.
Full weeks in this property rented Saturday - Saturday. Information given as a guide only - check with Large Holiday Houses.

Visitor Comments

“Cairns House has proved a great venue to celebrate Mum's 80th Birthday - the space, style and unique character was perfect for a large party.....the chef was great and produced a fabulous birthday banquet, allowing the entire group aged 2-80 to have a fantastic time!”

Sarah Helsdon-Barry

“What a fantastic place and setting, we all sat down to a great birthday dinner served up by Gill Orde and her staff. A memorable weekend made all the more enjoyable by the wonderful setting and beautiful conversion, a house with a real WOW factor thanks.”

Mr Alan Morwood

“Cairns house is privileged to have been chosen as a venue for my 50th birthday celebrations, and we were equally lucky to have found such a wonderful setting. The weather during the weekend was generally unpleasant but the house was filled with sunshine the entire time.”

Steve Jack

“A delightful house, thrilled to be the first visitors! Lovely area- weather good enough to explore. Wishing Rupert and Rachel all the best for their future plans!”

Triffit family

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