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Lower Canterbury House

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Gattonside, near Melrose
  • Place, Waverley Line
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Melrose Abbey
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Saint Cuthbert's Way
    ‪5 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Melrose

This cottage places you within a short walk of Southern Upland Way - Section A Trailhead and within a mile (2 km) of Melrose Abbey. The cottage includes conveniences like a kitchen.

What's nearby

  • Southern Upland Way - Section A Trailhead - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Waverley Line - 2 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Melrose Abbey - 5 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Saint Cuthbert's Way - 5 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Northumberland National Park - 39 min drive - 29.4 miles

Getting around

  • Tweedbank Station - 6 min drive
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 70 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tempest Brewing Co - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Kings Arms Hotel - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Dragonfly - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Rhymers Tower Coffee Shop & Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Alfonso's - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Lower Canterbury House

Attractive entrance hall, open plan lounge/kitchen and dining area, bedroom with kingsize bed, stunning bathroom, utility room and a private garden, patio and summer house.. All on the Ground Floor:

Open plan living space.

Living area: 42" Smart TV, Electric Fire

Dining area.

Kitchen area: Electric Oven, Gas Hob, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Coffee Machine

Utility Room: Microwave, Washing Machine

Bedroom: Kingsize (5ft) Bed, 32" Smart TV

Bathroom: Slipper Bath, Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet. Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included.. Private garden with summer house and garden furniture. Private parking for 1 car. No smoking.. Lower Canterbury House is located down a quiet lane in the pretty village of Gattonside just over the river Tweed from Melrose. The owners’ have completely renovated the property in 2020 to a spectacular standard throughout, there is an attractive entrance hall, a beautiful open plan lounge/kitchen and dining area with bamboo floorings, the kitchen is equipped to a very good standard and the lounge has very comfortable furniture, there is a stunning bathroom with a shower cubicle and free-standing bath and a bedroom accommodating a king size bed, in addition there is a utility room. The property has private parking and a beautiful, south-facing, lawned mature garden which is just opposite the residence, a secure bicycle shed and a summer house.

Just a 15-minute walk away, the beautiful town of Melrose is situated on the banks of the famous river tweed and was named as one of the best places to live in Scotland by the Sunday Times for 2020. Steeped with history, nearby is the ruined Melrose Abbey which dates from 1136 where a cask was discovered believed to contain the Heart of Robert the Bruce, as well as Abbotsford, the home of Sir Walter Scott. The triple peaks of Eildon Hills are a great place to explore for the outdoor enthusiasts, whilst for those who prefer to relax and unwind, you can wander the streets of Melrose with pretty boutique shops or visit the National Trust gardens nearby. The town is also home to the famous rugby sevens and book festival. Both Edinburgh and Berwick Upon Tweed are within an hour’s drive for those wanting to explore further afield. Two restaurants just a minutes’ walk away.

Free WiFi
The cottage is heated and features a kitchen and space to spread out with a separate bedroom. Guests can expect to find free WiFi. The cottage also includes a washing machine.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Oven

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Towels provided

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Single level property
  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • On a lake
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Fishing
  • Ecotours nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

The guest will be charged 50% amount for a cancellation after the reservation is made.

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Property Registration Number SB000348F

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What's there to do within easy reach of this cottage?

This cottage is located in Melrose, a short 16-minute walk from Melrose Abbey and also 17 minutes on foot from Saint Cuthbert's Way. You'll also find Waverley Line and Abbotsford The Home Of Sir Walter Scott within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Lower Canterbury House?

No, this cottage doesn't offer parking.

Is this cottage associated with a casino?

No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this cottage?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.

Is Lower Canterbury House good for couples?

Couples staying at this cottage will value amenities like a kitchen, a kitchen in some cottage, as well as a garden.

Does Lower Canterbury House have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this cottage.

Does this cottage provide breakfast?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this cottage allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this cottage.

Does Lower Canterbury House have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this cottage.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Lower Canterbury House?

No, you won't find cottage with balconies at Lower Canterbury House.

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