Front view (1 of 9) Sitting room (2 of 9) Dining room (3 of 9) Kitchen (4 of 9) Double room (5 of 9) Twin room (6 of 9) Exterior (7 of 9) Gardens - open to the public (8 of 9) Private garden to the rear (9 of 9)
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If you enjoy combining tranquil surrounds with day trips to bustling historic townships or world class golf courses then you may just have found the perfect spot to linger a while in this attractive Georgian property with a colonial twist. 

This magnificent property, situated in Melrose, was built in 1807 and is now owned by the National Trust for Scotland.

Starting from upper ground level, there is the impressive drawing room, a dining room, both with open fires, the kitchen and a library/TV room, whilst the accommodation is on the two floors above. It was refurbished in 2003 and would be an ideal base for those wishing to explore the Borders region.

Visitors please note the main gardens are open to the public from April to September, however there is a private garden available to those who let the property.

Upper Ground floor - Entrance hall; hallway; cedar panelled drawing room, with open fire; dining room, with dining table that can seat 10 people, with a further table added to seat 13 people, with open fire; kitchen, with gas cooker; store room, for dry goods; back stairs to basement level and back door; small library with TV; main stairs.

First floor - Main stairs; double room with en-suite bathroom and adjoining dressing room, which can be used as a cot room; shower room and w.c; twin room; bathroom; w.c; double room; twin room.

Second floor - Main stairs; twin room; single room; twin room.

Bedrooms & Bathrooms
  • 1 single bedroom/s with shared bathroom
  • 1 double or twin bedroom/s with ensuite bathroom
  • 1 double or twin bedroom/s with shared bathroom
  • 3 twin bedroom/s with shared bathroom
  • 1 Double or twin bedroom/s with shared shower room
Features, Facilities & Services

Linen; towels; electricity and oil central heating are included within the rental.

  • Cot
  • Dishwasher
  • Fridge/Freezer
  • Gas Hob & Oven
  • Highchair
  • Microwave
  • TV
  • Washer Dryer
Special Features
  • 2 Open Fires
  • Beautiful Gardens
  • Central Heating
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Nearest Attractions
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    Peebles Hydro - Horse Riding

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    Bailey Mill Trekking Centre

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    Craik Forest, Walking & Mountain Biking

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    Golf locally at Melrose and Hawick

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    Jedburgh Abbey

  6. 6  

    Melrose Abbey

  7. 7  

    Mill Shops

  8. 8  

    Edinburgh Castle

  9. 9  

    Clay Pigeon Shooting

  10. 10  

    Off Roading

Area: Southern Scotland & Borders
Type of Location: Town
Nearest shop: 1 Mile
Nearest supermarket: 1 Mile
Nearest pub: 1 Mile

Transport
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Nearest Airport:
  • Edinburgh 43 miles
Nearest Train Station:
  • Edinburgh-Waverley 41 miles
Tick box(es) to select the week you'd like, then click Enquire.
This property books: Friday - Friday
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Pricing Information
Short break pricing displayed is a guideline only, based on bookings taken from Friday to Monday. Prices may fluctuate for breaks taken across seasons or for short breaks taken mid week. Accurate pricing will be provided on request.
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Additional information:
Monday to Friday (mid week) prices Low: £750, Mid £850, High £850
Good Housekeeping Deposit
A £500 GHD is required to act as security when booking this property. Having met the terms of the lease the deposit will be returned.
At A Glance ...
Accepts pets Does not allow smoking
Sleeps: 13
7 bedrooms
3 bathrooms
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Books:
Friday - Friday
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Travel:
18 Miles Hawick
40 Miles Edinburgh
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Price (per week):
£1,400 to £2,500
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