Bowden House B&B
4.0 star property
Bed & breakfast with free parking, in the vicinity of Melrose Abbey
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Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Popular amenities
- Bar
- Parking included
- Free WiFi
Explore the area
Bowden House, Bowden, Melrose, Scotland, TD6 0ST
- Melrose AbbeyPlace, Melrose Abbey6 min drive
- Dryburgh AbbeyPlace, Dryburgh Abbey8 min drive
- Abbotsford The Home Of Sir Walter ScottPlace, Abbotsford The Home Of Sir Walter Scott9 min drive
Room options
View all photos for Superior Double or Twin Room, Garden View
Superior Double or Twin Room, Garden View
- 161 sq ft
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, Garden View
Deluxe Double Room, Garden View
- 193 sq ft
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Queen Bed
View all photos for Superior Double Room, Garden View (Rococo Room)
Superior Double Room, Garden View (Rococo Room)
9.09.0 out of 10
Wonderful
2 reviews
(2 reviews)
- 172 sq ft
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed
About the neighborhood
Melrose
Bowden House B&B places you within 3 miles (5 km) of popular attractions like Melrose Abbey and Dryburgh Abbey. This 3-room, 4-star bed & breakfast welcomes guests with a bar/lounge, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.
What's nearby
- Scott's View - 6 min drive - 3.9 miles
- Melrose Abbey - 6 min drive - 3.8 miles
- Dryburgh Abbey - 8 min drive - 4.5 miles
- Abbotsford The Home Of Sir Walter Scott - 9 min drive - 5.5 miles
- Floors Castle - 20 min drive - 13.6 miles
Getting around
- Tweedbank Station - 7 min drive
- Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 55 min drive
Restaurants
- Tempest Brewing Co - 10 min drive
- Ochiltree's Dining - 10 min drive
- Kings Arms Hotel - 6 min drive
- Rhymers Tower Coffee Shop & Restaurant - 8 min drive
- Quins - 15 min drive
About this property
Bowden House B&B
Bed & breakfast with free parking, in the vicinity of Melrose Abbey
Guests staying at Bowden House B&B enjoy free WiFi in public areas, a terrace, and a fireplace in the lobby. Free parking is available if you drive. A multilingual staff is on hand to help with luggage storage, and offer sightseeing advice. Additional amenities include a water dispenser and a garden.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and TVs. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries, and memory foam beds with Egyptian cotton sheets ensure a restful night. Furnished balconies or patios and coffee makers are other standard amenities. Housekeeping is not available.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
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Property amenities
Internet
- Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
- Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
- Free self parking on site
Food and drink
- Breakfast available for a fee
- A bar/lounge
Things to do
- TV in common areas
Family friendly
- Separate bedroom
Conveniences
- Luggage storage
- Water dispenser
Guest services
- Multilingual staff
- No housekeeping service
Outdoors
- Garden
- Terrace
- Vegetable garden
Accessibility
- No elevator
More
- 1 building
- 100% renewable energy
- 2 floors
- At least 80% lighting from LEDs
- At least 80% of food locally-sourced
- Built in 1815
- Comprehensive food waste policy
- Comprehensive recycling policy
- Double-glazed windows
- Eco-friendly cleaning products used
- Fireplace in lobby
- No plastic coffee stirrers
- No plastic drinking straws
- No plastic soft drink bottles
- No plastic water bottles
- Reusable cups
- Smoking not allowed
- Vegan dining options
- Vegetarian dining options
Room amenities
Bedroom
- Egyptian cotton sheets
- Memory foam mattress
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
- Hair dryer
- Shampoo
- Slippers
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
Entertainment
- TV
Food and drink
- Coffee/tea maker
- Electric kettle
More
- Cleaning products are eco-friendly
- Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
- Heating
- Individual decor
- Individual furnishings
- LED lighting
- Water-efficient toilets
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 5:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Access methods
Host will greet you
Pets
- This property doesn't allow pets
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a 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
This property accepts cash
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
- Check-in: 5:00 PM—-9:00 PM
- Check-out: 11:00 AM
- Minimum check-in age: 18
Driving? This property offers free parking.
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.
- This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
- Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
- A cash deposit for incidental charges and 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.
- This property accepts cash.
- This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
- Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.
- Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:
- The bed & breakfast can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
- Some facilities may be restricted. For more details, contact the property. Contact information can be found on your booking confirmation.
- There are no elevators.
- No cribs or infant beds are available.
- No rollaway or extra beds are available.
National rating
This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.
Property is also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Is free cancellation available at Bowden House B&B?
Bowden House B&B offers free cancellation on some room rates. For more details, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.
What's there to see around Bowden House B&B?
This bed & breakfast is located in Melrose, close to Melrose Abbey, Dryburgh Abbey, and Abbotsford The Home Of Sir Walter Scott. You'll also find St Abbs & Eyemouth Voluntary Marine Reserve and Scott's View within a short drive.
Will I be able to park at Bowden House B&B?
Yes, self parking is offered for free at the bed & breakfast. Bicycle parking is also available for guests.
Does Bowden House B&B have a casino?
No, Bowden House B&B doesn't have a casino.
Will I find an indoor pool at Bowden House B&B?
No, there is no indoor pool at this bed & breakfast.
Is Bowden House B&B a good place to stay for couples?
Couples staying at this bed u0026 breakfast will appreciate amenities like a memory foam mattress and slippers as well as a bar.
Does Bowden House B&B have a hot tub?
No, there isn't a spa tub at this bed & breakfast.
Does Bowden House B&B have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?
Bowden House B&B offers breakfast for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.
Does Bowden House B&B allow pets to stay for free?
No, pets aren't allowed at Bowden House B&B.
Are there connecting rooms at Bowden House B&B?
No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this bed & breakfast.
Are there rooms with balconies at Bowden House B&B?
Yes, every guestroom at Bowden House B&B comes with a furnished balcony with some featuring garden views.