Holiday Cottages in Melrose, Lauder,
and the surrounding area

Luxurious handpicked holiday homes and holiday cottages in Melrose, Lauder, and beyond. An ideal base to explore the charming Border towns.

The lovely town of Melrose lies at the foot of the Eildon Hills and is the birthplace of Rugby Sevens. The town is popular with visitors and highlights include Melrose Abbey which dates back to 1136 and is the site of a casket reputedly containing the heart of Robert the Bruce. The Trimontium Museum is dedicated to Roman life in Scotland and the fact that the Roman army built a fort near Melrose in AD79. The National Trust for Scotland has two gardens in Melrose, Priorwood with its apple orchard and dried flower garden and Harmony, a beautiful walled garden with magnificent views of the Abbey that is also the location for the literary extravaganza that is the Borders Book Festival. And just three miles away is Abbotsford, Sir Walter Scott’s romantic mansion on the banks of the Tweed. And be sure to take time to stroll around the quaint streets and upmarket specialist shops of Melrose. Lauder is home to turreted and towered Scots baronial Thirlestane Castle, one of the seven ‘Great Houses in Scotland’ and the town is also popular with walkers as the Southern Upland Way long distance footpath passes by Lauder.

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The Potting Shed Earlston, Scottish Borders

The Potting Shed is a pretty, cosy yet quirky hideaway resting at the foot of the landscaped gardens of Garden Cottage.

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The Trouthouse St. Boswells, Scottish Borders

A thoroughly sophisticated home with Scandi-chic interiors and a tranquil setting close to the River Tweed.

 

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South Wing, Thirlestane Castle Lauder, Scottish Borders

For sporting parties or larger groups, we are delighted to announce the launch of the South Wing which incorporates all five apartments at Thirlestane, allowing up to sixteen people to stay in a fantastic castle setting.

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Dryburgh Stirling One St. Boswells, Scottish Borders

Nestled gently on the banks of the River Tweed amidst the rich dramatic beauty of the landscape made famous by the writings of Sir Walter Scott, this really is an enchanting spot.

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Mulberry Cottage Melrose, Scottish Borders

This charismatic period cottage in the pretty village of Bowden pays tribute to its rich heritage, celebrating colour and texture in equal measure.

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Bank View Melrose, Scottish Borders

A cosy pied-à-terre that’s perfect for exploring Melrose.

15% discount on remaining stays throughout May 2024 (3 night stay minimum).

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Fairnilee Retreat Galashiels, Scottish Borders

An imposing Edwardian mansion in a spectacular setting rising above the river Tweed, in the heart of Scott country.

This is a reduced occupancy version of Fairnilee House. Available between November and early March, excluding the festive fortnight.

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The Studio Melrose, Scottish Borders

Perfect for two, this stunning conversion brings together the understated elegance of Scandi design which embraces warmth and light in equal measure. 

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Dryburgh Steading Four St. Boswells, Scottish Borders

A beautiful Borders base offering comfort after days of historical sites, hiking or boutique shopping.

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Dryburgh Stirling Two St. Boswells, Scottish Borders

Built in the early 19th century, Dryburgh Stirling Two with its ornate orchard gate and turrets was originally part of the aristocratic folly of the 11th Earl of Buchan.

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