Providing a garden, Auld Skuil provides accommodations in Ashkirk. Located around 14 miles from Melrose Abbey, the guest house is also 20 miles away from Traquair House. The guest house also offers free Wifi, free private parking, and facilities for disabled guests. Offering a patio and garden views, the guest house includes 1 bedroom, a living room, satellite flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchenette, and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower. A private entrance leads guests into the guest house, where they can enjoy some fruit and chocolates or cookies. There's also a seating area and a fireplace. As an added convenience, the guest house offers packed lunches for guests to bring on excursions and other trips off-property. The area is popular for cycling, and bike rental is available at Auld Skuil. The guest house has a picnic area where you can spend the day outdoors. The nearest airport is Edinburgh Airport, 49 miles from the accommodation.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
2 twin beds
and
1 sofa bed
and
1 queen bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.9
Facilities
9.5
Cleanliness
10
Comfort
10
Value for money
9.8
Location
9.6
High score for Ashkirk
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  • Done
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Host meet us at Auld Skuil, very welcoming, even offered us the option to pack Motorbike in Barn across road. We were very happy with accommodation, it was spotlessly clean, had every comfort needed for our mini break, even had a selection of...
  • Scott
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Everything, great location. Friendly people that own the property. Secure bike storage.
  • Angela
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    We felt like we were the first visitors to this wonderful accommodation, it was spotless, beautifully presented with some luxurious touches and superbly comfortable. The beds were top notch. We and our dog were made totally welcome and we really...

Hosted by Sandra Grieve

9.9
9.9
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Sandra Grieve
Ashkirk School has been tastefully refurbished to provide accommodation for up to 4 guests. This self-contained unit has its own entrance, outdoor eating area, plenty of parking and additional secure storage for vehicles and equipment. The Auld Skuil has a 4* grading and can be offered as a serviced suite or as bed and breakfast accommodation. There is an open plan living area with facilities to prepare hot snacks. There is not a fully fitted kitchen. The kitchenette has a fridge, microwave, small oven, toaster, egg maker and a boiling tap. There is a bedroom with two twin beds on the ground floor and shower room. A spiral staircase leads up to a king size and single bed on the mezzanine level which has great views of the Ale Valley. There are four stables, an all-weather surface. BBQ. Outdoor washing and drying facilities. We can offer the hire of E bikes. Well behaved pets are welcome. Wheelchair access to all ground floor facilities.
At the Auld Skuil we pride ourselves in offering you a personal service. I live in the adjoining premises. You can choose the level of interaction between us but I am available and happy to share my local knowledge and love for this beautiful countryside.
Ashkirk is a small rural village in the heart of the Scottish Borders. The village has two restaurants that are within walking distance. This is a popular destination for dining out, riding, cycling, fishing and golfing. There is an 18 hole golf course and driving range. Two equestrian facilities are nearby. It is easily accessed from the main A7 trunk road and an ideal destination to explore the surrounding area.
Language spoken: English

Area info

Amenities of Auld Skuil
Great facilities! Review score, 9.5

Most popular amenities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Free WiFi
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Guest bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Sofa bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Horseback riding
    Off-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
    Off-site
  • Fishing
    Off-site
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Fireplace
  • Sitting area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • Radio
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Packed lunches
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
  • Board games/puzzles
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
General
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Designated smoking area
  • Smoke-free property
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Heating
  • Private entrance
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Lowered sink
  • Raised toilet
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
Languages Spoken
  • English

House rules

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Check-in

From 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM

Check-out

From 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

No cribs or extra beds are available.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Payments by Booking.com

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Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Pets

Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

FAQs about Auld Skuil

  • The prices at Auld Skuil may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Check-in at Auld Skuil is from 4:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • Room options at Auld Skuil include:

    • Apartment

  • Auld Skuil offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Horseback riding
    • Bicycle rental

  • Auld Skuil is 0.6 miles from the center of Ashkirk. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.