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The Five Turrets shortlisted in i travel staycation awards 2021
The Five Turrets was shortlisted in the self catering category of the 2021 itravel staycation awards.
Jun 21, 2021
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The Guardian picks The Five Turrets as one of the 10 coolest holiday rentals in Scotland
The Guardian: 10 of the coolest holiday rentals in Scotland. With Scotland back on the holiday map, we pick exciting places to stay.
May 2, 2021
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Mini-breaks, maximum savings
Looking for a deal on short breaks in Scotland? Take in Edinburgh and the Scottish Borders with two luxurious nights at The Five Turrets.
Mar 22, 2021
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Cosmopolitan recommends The Five Turrets
"Because...you're looking for a getaway with friends that has Insta-clout and activities on top." For millions of readers or readers...
Mar 8, 2021
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Autumn in the Scottish Borders
Autumn's finally here and the leaves are turning. Time to visit the Scottish Borders to drink in those colours.
Oct 10, 2019
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Special Birthday/ Anniversary weekend
The house has been finished to a very high quality with exceptional attention to detail.
Oct 3, 2019
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Excellent place
Staying in Five Turrets is like reliving history in a very modern way, the contrast of historical exterior and modern interior.
Sep 13, 2019
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Amazing property
Such a beautiful house, plenty of space for a large family to spread out, gorgeous views, and everything you could need in the kitchen.
Aug 11, 2019
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Beautiful House Great Location
We stayed at the 5 Turrets for a local wedding and couldn’t have picked a better place to stay
All the bedrooms were very comfortable
Jul 12, 2019
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Great place to stay in lovely location
The house is very impressive with every room configured to a high spec.
Jun 10, 2019
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Scotland begins at the border
The real Scotland begins at the border.
Jun 10, 2019
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Super stylish base for exploring the Borders
It took a while to find a self catering rental that departed from the traditional Scottish/tartan look, and it was worth the search.
May 14, 2019
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Beautiful Easter Weekend in the most beautiful home
The design of the house is just stunning and the owners have thought of everything
Apr 22, 2019
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The Sunday Times names The Five Turrets in its top 25 UK holiday cottages
"Five Turrets is decorated with the owners’ landscape shots and wall hangings, with flair stamped all over their bright furnishings and...
Apr 14, 2019
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Like a palace in the Borders
Like a palace" was like the description when friends left after staying there in this super, beautifully furnished accommodation.
Mar 14, 2019
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There’s more to Scotland...
There’s more to Scotland than Edinburgh and the Highlands. The Scottish Borders is the perfect place for a Scottish getaway. World class...
Feb 11, 2019
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Escape to the Scottish Borders
Edinburgh is one of the world's great cities, but you don't have to stay there to see it. The Scottish Borders is just an hour away by...
Feb 9, 2019
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Introductory February offer
We're offering a full week's stay at The Five Turrets for just £750 as an introductory offer for our new self catering property in the...
Feb 6, 2019
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Who wouldn't want to come and stay?
Scotland on Sunday features The Five Turrets Gethin Chamberlain and Carolynn Shaw have transformed The Five Turrets in Selkirk into a...
Feb 6, 2019
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Amazing renovation!
Amazing renovation! Home from home comforts. The beds are super comfy and the place was immaculate when we arrived. Warm and cosy.
Feb 3, 2019
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