Abbots Cottage
Gattonside, Near Melrose
Abbots Cottage is bright and cosy, set in the pretty village of Gattonside. It is just a ten-minute walk down to the River Tweed and over the footbridge into Melrose, making it an excellent base from which to explore the Borders. Tweedbank Station is only a five-minute drive away for guests wishing to take the direct train into Edinburgh. After days out, guests can return to the wood-burning stove, the private garden and the views towards the Eildon Hills.
Quick Info
| Sleeps: 4 | Bedrooms: 2 |
| Changeover Day: Fri | Pets Allowed: Yes (2) |
| No smoking | Bathrooms: 1 |
| Licence No: SB-01345-F |
Inside, the cottage is charmingly decorated and features an open-plan kitchen and living space. The main entrance leads into the well-equipped kitchen with its extendable dining table, which then opens through to the sitting room with comfortable sofas, a wood-burning stove and bright south-facing views.
The family bathroom sits between the living area and the bedrooms and includes a rainfall shower over the bath along with a generously sized tub for long soaks after a busy day exploring.
On the west side of the cottage are two spacious bedrooms. The first has a king-sized bed, storage and views to the Eildon Hills, while the second offers twin beds, storage and an outlook over the garden.
Parking is available at the top of the garden, with further street parking directly outside the cottage gates. The enclosed garden is bordered by high hedges for privacy and includes outdoor seating, a sheltered area for barbecues and a secure garden shed for bicycle storage.
The Scottish Borders has many beautiful walks to embark on. Start along the River Tweed, just 0.5 miles away. Find the Leaderfoot Viaduct towering over part of the Tweed, or venture along the river to Abbotsford House and discover the great neo-Baronial architecture and the gardens at the home of Sir Walter Scott. Visit Scott’s burial place at Dryburgh Abbey, walk up his favourite Eildon Hill, the Mid Hill, or attempt all three. On your way up to the Eildon Hills, find Rhymer’s Stone, inscribed with the legend of Thomas the Rhymer, a Scottish laird and great prophet. Join in on the Southern Upland Way or find the beautiful Scott’s View and the William Wallace Statue.
Meet a raft of Otters at Bemersyde Moss (6.2 miles). Take to the Tweed or nearby Bowden Loch (3.5 miles) for angling opportunities. Keep yourself active with a round of golf at the bottom of the Eildons at Melrose Golf Club (2 miles). Venture further out to Cardrona Golf Course (17 miles), with 18 holes, designed by famous course architect Dave Thomas.
Learn Scottish history and culture at The Great Tapestry of Scotland in Galashiels (4 miles). Find the pink sandstone ruins of Melrose Abbey, founded in 1136 by Cistercian monks. Opposite Melrose Abbey, appreciate the flora at Harmony Gardens. While in Melrose, uncover great Roman history at the Trimontium Museum (4 miles).
Enjoy Shakespeare performances that are occasionally performed at Traquair House (17 miles), Scotland’s Oldest Inhabited House, or enjoy exploring the grounds, gardens and take a break in the café.
After all the adventure, settle in at the King’s Arms (2.4 miles) for a hearty meal and a pint. A mere 2-minute walk away is the Seasons restaurant. Also, another 5 minutes in the same direction will lead you to the Michelin Star restaurant, The Hoebridge. Pop into the Mainstreet Trading bookshop (6 miles), browse their array of books, sit down for a coffee and a treat, or pick up a snack from the deli. The amenities and activities in Edinburgh City Centre can be accessed both by car and train (from Tweedbank station) in around an hour.
A stay at Abbots Cottage offers endless opportunities for exploring the beautiful scenery of the Scottish Borders, and a cosy home to return to at the end of each adventurous day.
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 living area with wood-burning stove, TV, gas hob, gas oven, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer and microwave
Double bedroom (king-size)
Twin bedroom
Bathroom with bath, shower over, WC and wash basin.
What's included
- Cot (excluding linen)
- Free
- Linen (King-size Double Bed)
- Free
- Highchair
- Free
- Linen (Single Bed)
- Free
- Sets of towels (per person)
- Free
- WiFi
- Free
Available Extras
- Pet
- £20.00
Services
Bed linen and towels are INCLUDED. Electricity is INCLUDED. Heating is by gas central heating (INCLUDED) and wood-burning stove (starter pack INCLUDED). WiFi is INCLUDED. A maximum of 2 pets are welcome at an additional charge (1 large dog, 2 medium dogs, 2 small dogs or 2 cats). If you wish to bring any other pets please contact us and we will see what we can do. 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 09/10/2026 to 12/10/2026
From 16/10/2026 to 19/10/2026
From 20/02/2026 to 23/02/2026
From 06/03/2026 to 09/03/2026
From 03/04/2026 to 06/04/2026
From 02/10/2026 to 05/10/2026
From 23/10/2026 to 26/10/2026
From 16/10/2026 to 19/10/2026
From 09/10/2026 to 12/10/2026
From 20/12/2026 to 23/12/2026
From 27/12/2026 to 30/12/2026
From 27/02/2026 to 02/03/2026
From 13/03/2026 to 16/03/2026
Changeover Day: Fri
| Rental - Date Range | Sleeps 4 |
| 30 Jan 2026 - 02 Apr 2026 | £595.00 |
| 03 Apr 2026 - 23 Apr 2026 | £695.00 |
| 24 Apr 2026 - 30 Apr 2026 | £595.00 |
| 01 May 2026 - 21 May 2026 | £695.00 |
| 22 May 2026 - 28 May 2026 | £750.00 |
| 29 May 2026 - 25 Jun 2026 | £695.00 |
| 26 Jun 2026 - 16 Jul 2026 | £750.00 |
| 17 Jul 2026 - 27 Aug 2026 | £795.00 |
| 28 Aug 2026 - 10 Sep 2026 | £695.00 |
| 11 Sep 2026 - 01 Oct 2026 | £595.00 |
| 02 Oct 2026 - 22 Oct 2026 | £695.00 |
| 23 Oct 2026 - 19 Dec 2026 | £495.00 |
| 20 Dec 2026 - 27 Dec 2026 | £795.00 |
| 28 Dec 2026 - 05 Jan 2027 | £795.00 |
| 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.
INDEPENDENT FEEDBACK
