Built in the 1540s, Aikwood Tower sits in a lofty position guarding the entrance to the Ettrick Valley, amongst some of the most ruggedly beautiful and unspoiled countryside in the Scottish Borders. The tower has been lovingly renovated throughout by the current owners to create a unique and fabulously atmospheric home for holidays and special events. The interior style is one of understated luxury, remaining perfectly in-tune with the ancient building. GROUND FLOOR Entrance hall with vaulted ceiling and magnificent original doors. This provides an excellent space for storing and drying outdoor clothing. Lower Laich Hall with table tennis table, large table with benches and French doors into the garden. A spacious room ideal for more formal dining and celebratory dinners. The hall also offers ample function space for drinks receptions, intimate wedding receptions and corporate events. Double cloakroom with WC and basin. Kitchen with vaulted ceiling, AGA, hot plate, two fridges, toaster, microwave and Nespresso machine. Adjacent dining area with vaulted ceiling, impressive large oak burr table with seating for 10. FIRST FLOOR - ACCESSED BY THE SPIRAL STAIRCASE Laird’s Study with panelled ceiling and wood burning stove offers peace and quiet to catch up with work or enjoy classic gramophone or MP3 recordings. The Great Hall with an impressive, large open fire offers a comfortable and cosy area for guests to enjoy a glass of wine before dinner, play games or relax with a good book. Gallery with large TV and DVD player and books. There is an adjoining area fitted with a bar with basin and desk with laptop. Buccleuch bathroom with roll top bath with shower over, WC, basin and original fireplace. Buccleuch bedroom with zip and link beds which can be set up as a super king double or twin as preferred, large wardrobe, and original fireplace. Steel bedroom with zip and link beds which can be set up as a super king double or twin as preferred, original fireplace and staircase. En-suite bathroom with bath, WC and basin. Wet room with large rainforest shower head. Sir Walter Scott bedroom with king size bed and chest of drawers. En-suite bathroom with roll top bath and handheld shower, WC and basin. Wizard bedroom with zip and link beds which can be set up as a super king double or twin as preferred and wooden ceiling beams. En-suite shower room with walk in shower, WC and basin. FIRST FLOOR - ACCESSED BY SEPARATE STAIRCASE Harden bedroom with zip and link beds which can be set up as a super king double or twin as preferred. En-suite bathroom with bath with shower over, WC and basin. OUTSIDE The front of the tower leads directly to a pretty, southwest facing, walled garden including a sunny terrace for outside dining, croquet lawn and orchard. The garden is fully enclosed and ideal for children to play. PARKING There is a large gravelled parking area to the rear of the tower. ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGING For safety reasons, we do not permit electric vehicle or hybrid car charging at this property. If you’re travelling by EV, discover your nearest electric vehicle charging point here. CHILDREN & BABIES A travel cot and highchair are available on request. An inflatable child bed (suitable for 8/10 year olds) is available free of charge. DOGS Two well-behaved dogs are welcome at Aikwood Tower at a charge of £20 per dog. We would ask that they are kept to the downstairs, uncarpeted areas and off the furniture. Dogs must be kept under control when walking on the wider estate. GUEST AMENITIES Luxurious Swedish brand ‘DUX®' beds are provided in all rooms to ensure a good night's sleep. Towels, bathrobes and slippers are provided for each guest. Guest toiletries are also provided. A hairdryer is supplied in each bedroom. WI-FI & MOBILE COVERAGE There is Wi-Fi available at Aikwood Tower. The mobile coverage is good outside and on the top floor but can be patchy elsewhere in the tower. HEATING Aikwood Tower has overnight storage heaters with electric heaters in a few rooms. There is also a large open fire in the Great Hall, wood burning stove in the study and the AGA in the kitchen. Logs are provided for the fire. SHORT-TERM LETS LICENSING Scottish short-term lets licence number: Pending The current EPC rating for this property will be available soon.