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West Tweed is one of a pair of delightful, larch clad rural retreats set amidst the rolling country landscape of the historic Old Melrose Estate by the River Tweed, 3 miles from Melrose in the Scottish Borders.
Quick Info
| Sleeps: 2 | Bedrooms: 1 |
| Changeover Day: Sat | Pets Allowed: Yes (2) |
| No smoking | Bathrooms: 1 |
This is a real walkers’ paradise with so much to see and do that a week’s stay may not be long enough to fit everything in. With the amazing scenery spread out before the deck the temptation to get out exploring may even surpass the lure of staying in enjoying the comforting glow of the wood-burning stove.
The open plan layout is very well appointed with the seating, dining and kitchen areas all cleverly positioned to make the most of the available space and high ceilings that add to the light and airy feeling throughout.
A cosy double bedroom with a king-size bed is set out at one end with sliding doors out to the incredible wraparound deck that has an attractive vista over fields to the woodland that lines the River Tweed. In the contemporary bathroom there is a huge, walk-in shower or a separate bath that is the perfect for relaxing and soaking away any troubles (or aches and pains from all that walking).
With walks that lead directly into the surrounding countryside and a path that meanders down to the picturesque river, this is the perfect spot to experience the beauty of the Scottish Borders in both comfort and style. After your adventures, the Estate's nearby tearoom offers an inviting retreat for a refreshing cup of tea and a slice of indulgent cake
As part of a conservation-focused Estate with stunning woodland walks and riverside trails, West Tweed is perfect for those seeking a relaxing and peaceful retreat surrounded by nature and wildlife.
West's sister property East Tweed can also be booked for larger parties wishing to holiday together but still have their own space.
Old Melrose itself has a lovely little tearoom that is pet friendly so it makes for a very welcome stop off point whilst out on dog walks and there is an antiques hall to have a look around as well, all only a minutes’ walk away.
A small supermarket can be found in Newtown St Boswells (2 miles) and St Boswells (2.5 miles) is home to a lovely café/bookshop with an excellent deli, along with a couple of different restaurant and takeaway options.
Melrose (2.5 miles) is very well catered for in terms of interesting shops to wander around, another supermarket and a good range of eateries to sample for lunch or evening meals. The town is known for the Melrose Sevens rugby tournament that is held annually and has interesting Roman connections that are displayed at the Trimontium Museum down from the Market Square.
Bikes can be hired in Melrose in order to make the most of the some of the quiet back roads or, if mountain biking is on the agenda, it is well worthwhile heading to Innerleithen (20 miles) to try out the four downhill, graded trails at the 7stanes centre there.
Of course, no trip to this part of Scotland would be complete without visiting the stunning capital Edinburgh just an hour’s drive away. A good alternative to driving up there is to jump on the train at Tweedbank (4.5 miles) from where it is less than an hour’s journey into the heart of the city.
Local Events and Attractions
Please note: while we make every effort to be as accurate as possible, the actual position of the cottage indicated on the map above and the proximity of the amenities in the Local Info section cannot be guaranteed to be precise and should be used as a guide only.
Accommodation
Single Storey
Open plan sitting/dining room/kitchen with wood-burning stove, TV, electric hob and oven, washing machine, dishwasher, fridge, freezer, microwave, etc
Double bedroom
Bathroom with bath and separate shower, WC and wash basin.
What's included
- Linen (Double Bed)
- Free
- Sets of towels (per person)
- Free
- WiFi
- Free
- Cot (excluding linen)
- Free
- Highchair
- Free
Available Extras
- Pet
- £20.00
Services
Bed linen and towels INCLUDED. Electricity is INCLUDED. Heating is by electric central heating (INCLUDED) and wood-burning stove (fuel INCLUDED). Unlimited WiFi is INCLUDED. A maximum of 2 dogs are welcome at an additional charge (2 large, 2 medium, 2 small). No smoking.
Weekly Prices
The weekly guide prices for this property are shown below. Use the availability & book sidebar on the right to select your holiday or calculate short break rates (where available).
From 20/02/2026 to 23/02/2026
From 13/02/2026 to 16/02/2026
From 10/10/2025 to 13/10/2025
From 17/10/2025 to 20/10/2025
From 16/05/2025 to 19/05/2025
From 03/04/2026 to 06/04/2026
From 03/10/2025 to 06/10/2025
From 24/10/2025 to 27/10/2025
From 17/10/2025 to 20/10/2025
From 10/10/2025 to 13/10/2025
From 20/12/2025 to 23/12/2025
From 27/12/0001 to 30/12/9999
From 09/05/2025 to 12/05/2025
From 23/05/2025 to 26/05/2025
From 02/05/2025 to 05/05/2025
Changeover Day: Sat
| Rental - Date Range | Sleeps 2 |
| 05 Apr 2025 - 25 Apr 2025 | £875.00 |
| 26 Apr 2025 - 02 May 2025 | £750.00 |
| 03 May 2025 - 23 May 2025 | £875.00 |
| 24 May 2025 - 30 May 2025 | £925.00 |
| 31 May 2025 - 27 Jun 2025 | £875.00 |
| 28 Jun 2025 - 18 Jul 2025 | £925.00 |
| 19 Jul 2025 - 29 Aug 2025 | £950.00 |
| 30 Aug 2025 - 12 Sep 2025 | £875.00 |
| 13 Sep 2025 - 03 Oct 2025 | £750.00 |
| 04 Oct 2025 - 24 Oct 2025 | £875.00 |
| 25 Oct 2025 - 19 Dec 2025 | £695.00 |
| 20 Dec 2025 - 27 Dec 2025 | £950.00 |
| 28 Dec 2025 - 05 Jan 2026 | £950.00 |
| 06 Jan 2026 - 30 Jan 2026 | £695.00 |
| 31 Jan 2026 - 03 Apr 2026 | £750.00 |
| 04 Apr 2026 - 24 Apr 2026 | £875.00 |
| 25 Apr 2026 - 01 May 2026 | £750.00 |
| 02 May 2026 - 22 May 2026 | £875.00 |
| 23 May 2026 - 29 May 2026 | £925.00 |
| 30 May 2026 - 26 Jun 2026 | £875.00 |
| 27 Jun 2026 - 17 Jul 2026 | £925.00 |
| 18 Jul 2026 - 28 Aug 2026 | £950.00 |
| 29 Aug 2026 - 11 Sep 2026 | £875.00 |
| 12 Sep 2026 - 02 Oct 2026 | £750.00 |
| 03 Oct 2026 - 23 Oct 2026 | £875.00 |
| 24 Oct 2026 - 19 Dec 2026 | £695.00 |
| 20 Dec 2026 - 27 Dec 2026 | £950.00 |
| 28 Dec 2026 - 05 Jan 2027 | £950.00 |
| 06 Jan 2027 - 05 Jan 2028 | POA |
| 06 Jan 2028 - 05 Jan 2029 | POA |
Please note: Prices are calculated based on your party size at the time of booking. If your party size changes for any reason after booking, please let us know so we can ensure the accommodation provided meets your exact requirements.
Reviews
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West Tweed is just wonderful, it is a beautiful lodge with amazing views, so tranquil and peaceful. William (the host) c...
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West Tweed at Old Melrose was wonderful.
High spec , clean and comfortable.
Fab location very handy for explor...
We had a wonderful, relaxing stay at West Tweed at Old Melrose. The property was modern, clean and cosy with amazing vie...
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Excellent cottage, well furnished, beautiful setting, location excellent for visiting the area.
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Thank you for your review, we appreciate you taking the time to share your experience.
This place is stunning!
The most wonderful walks… nature at its best!
Melrose is a lovely walk away, down the ...
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