[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Lower Canterbury House Cottage in Melrose with kitchen ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/61000000/60060000/60054600/60054549/b68e2e72.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/61000000/60060000/60054600/60054549/ca36e35a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/61000000/60060000/60054600/60054549/81e4f190.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/61000000/60060000/60054600/60054549/a41b2a9d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/61000000/60060000/60054600/60054549/354e7504.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location 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. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2 ## Popular amenities - Washer - Parking available - Kitchen - Outdoor space - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## 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 - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Towels provided ### Outdoor areas - Deck/patio - 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 ### 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 ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/66000000/65400000/65396500/65396429/5be2b3a5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### A charming 2 bed cottage in the heart of the popular borders village of Melrose. 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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 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 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 ### 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 an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like ecotours. [Visit our Melrose travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Melrose.dx11273) [View more Cottages in Melrose](https://www.expedia.ca/Melrose-Cottages.d11273-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C55.60638%2C-2.72799&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=MocrMAg9gKmHqOkNFrmn3HX2sSY=) 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 - ‪Alfonso's - ‬7 min drive - ‪Kings Arms Hotel - ‬16 min walk - ‪Rhymers Tower Coffee Shop & Restaurant - ‬6 min drive ## 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? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Lower Canterbury House located? > Situated in Melrose, 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. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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