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.
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Entire home
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Free WiFi
Outdoor Space
Parking available
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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 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
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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
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
Property Registration Number SB000348F
About the neighborhood
Located in Melrose, this cottage is on a river. 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 Lauder Leisure Centre are also worth visiting. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like ecotours. Visit our Melrose travel guide
Situated on a river, this cottage is within 1 mi (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 mi (5 km). Tweedbank Station is 27 minutes by foot.
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10/10 Excellent
Jane
10 January 2026
This is a beautiful place to stay.
This is a beautiful place to stay. Extremely well equipped, with a luxury feel to everything. Very generous welcome pack and helpful owners.