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Lower Canterbury House

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In the charming village of Gattonside, Lower Canterbury House awaits. This beautifully renovated property boasts a private garden with summer house and furniture, as well as an open-plan living space featuring a 42-inch smart TV and coffee machine.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

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

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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

Property manager

Cottages.com

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 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

  • Smoke-free property

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

Rules

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that 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
Property Registration Number SB000348F
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property is also known as

Cottage
1 bedroom accommodation in Gattonside nr Melrose
1 Bedroom Accommodation in Gattonside Near Melrose
1 bedroom accommodation in Gattonside, near Melrose Cottage
1 bedroom accommodation in Gattonside, near Melrose Melrose
su-UK31896-UK31896

About the area

Melrose is home to this cottage. Torwoodlee Golf Club and Lauder Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore St Abbs & Eyemouth Voluntary Marine Reserve and Saint Cuthbert's Way. Scott's View and Woodside Garden Centre are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like ecotours.
Map
Gattonside, near Melrose

What's nearby

  • Melrose Abbey - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Saint Cuthbert's Way - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Abbotsford The Home Of Sir Walter Scott - 4 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Scott's View - 9 min drive - 10.2 km
  • Dryburgh Abbey - 11 min drive - 11.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Tempest Brewing Co - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Ochiltree's Dining - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Quins - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Rhymers Tower Coffee Shop & Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Kings Arms Hotel - ‬16 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Lower Canterbury House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lower Canterbury House?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lower Canterbury House?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lower Canterbury House located?

Situated in Melrose, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Southern Upland Way - Section A Trailhead, Melrose Abbey and Saint Cuthbert's Way. Waverley Line and Abbotsford The Home Of Sir Walter Scott are also within 3 miles (5 km). Tweedbank Station is 27 minutes by foot.

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Lower Canterbury House Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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