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2 bedroom accommodation in Mellerstain, near Kelso

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The Clock House sitting room | Clock House, Mellerstain, nr. Kelso
The Clock House kitchen and dining area | Clock House, Mellerstain, nr. Kelso
The Clock House four poster bed | Clock House, Mellerstain, nr. Kelso
The Clock House twin bedded room | Clock House, Mellerstain, nr. Kelso

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

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Mellerstain, near Kelso
  • Mellerstain House
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Kelso Racecourse
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Floors Castle
    ‪11 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden

About this property

2 bedroom accommodation in Mellerstain, near Kelso

Surrounded by 200 acres of parkland this delightful cottage is ideal for exploring the Border country.. Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Freeview TV, DVD Player, CD Player
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Washing Machine
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Four Poster Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet. Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot. Extensive grounds and gardens (shared access). Private parking. No smoking. Please note: There are drops and a lake in the grounds. . The 200 acres of glorious parkland surrounding Mellerstain House, one of Scotland’s grandest stately homes, designed and built by William and Robert Adam, provide a wonderful setting for these two delightful cottages (S4568 and S4569). Visitors are welcome to roam the grounds including the fabulous Italian-style terraced gardens which command panoramic views over the lake to the distant Cheviot Hills. The scenic and historic attractions of the Border country are all close at hand and the beaches of Berwick and Holy Island are also easily accessible. Kelso, 6 miles, offers shops, inns and restaurants and is home of Floors Castle and the famous Kelso Horse Races, whilst Edinburgh, with its magnificent castle, museums, galleries and excellent shopping, is only a 35-mile drive. Fly fishing can be arranged locally, several golf courses are nearby and shops and pubs are just 3½ miles away. Beautifully appointed and very comfortable, these two properties offer a unique holiday opportunity. Clock House, ref S4568, has been beautifully converted to a high standard to form part of the Old Clock House dating from the early 18th century. Adjoining the Clock House is Courtyard Cottage, ref S4569, which has also been lovingly converted to a high standard and boasts three en-suite bedrooms. The courtyard coffee shop serves delicious home cooking on ‘house open’ days - and special occasions, large and small can be catered for by arrangement in the state rooms of Mellerstain House. Shop and pub 7 miles.. Both properties: Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot. Extensive grounds and gardens (shared access). Private parking. No smoking. Please note: There are drops and a lake in the grounds.
Free WiFi

S4568 Clockhouse and S4569 Courtyard Cottage can be interconnected if booked together.
There are low banisters at the property.
There are drops in the garden.
There is open water in the property grounds.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
This property accepts a maximum of 2 pet(s)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
The guest will be charged 50% amount for a cancellation after the reservation is made.

Important information

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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 not indicated whether there is a 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

About the area

Gordon

Located in Gordon, this cottage is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at St Abbs & Eyemouth Voluntary Marine Reserve and Duns Castle Nature Reserve, while Flat Cat Gallery and Hawick Museum & Art Gallery are cultural highlights. Scott's View and Clifton Park are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing.
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Mellerstain, near Kelso

What's nearby

  • Mellerstain House - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Kelso Racecourse - 9 min drive - 11.0 km
  • Smailholm Tower - 10 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Floors Castle - 11 min drive - 10.7 km
  • Kelso Abbey - 12 min drive - 12.2 km

Getting around

  • Stow Station - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Alfonso Crolla - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Cobbles - Freehouse & Dining - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Rhymers Tower Coffee Shop - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Waggon Inn - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Caroline's Coffee Shop - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 2 bedroom accommodation in Mellerstain, near Kelso pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 2 bedroom accommodation in Mellerstain, near Kelso?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 2 bedroom accommodation in Mellerstain, near Kelso?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 2 bedroom accommodation in Mellerstain, near Kelso located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is steps from Mellerstain House and within 6 mi (10 km) of Smailholm Tower and Earlston Library. Floors Castle and Kelso Racecourse are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Check-in

6.0/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Kate H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Beautiful gardens
We thoroughly enjoyed our visit and loved walking around the amazing gardens and wooded areas. The location is excellent being close to many Borders towns. The property was clean apart from the oven which needs a good clean and the pot shelves which were greasy. There was no frying pan large or small so we were unable to cook the steaks we brought with us. There was no welcome letter and no-one called by or phoned to welcome us or check that we had everything we needed. Neither were we provided with a telephone number for the property manager. Despite the lack of customer care we still had a lovely break and the staff in the coffee shop and the gardens were all very friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Morag M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A HIDDEN GEM!
What an absolutely incredible place to stay - so quiet, peaceful and the gardens to which I was allowed access, were truly magnificent! A sincere thank you to the owners/residents of Mellerstain House, for giving me, as a guest, the privilege of being able to do this even when closed! 10/10⭐️
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
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10/10 Excellent

John

Beautiful setting and so peaceful.
Beautiful setting and so peaceful. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
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10/10 Excellent

Alison

A very warm, quiet, comfortable cottage.
A very warm, quiet, comfortable cottage. Access to the grounds at Mellerstain is a real treat, and makes the cottage special. The area is full of things to do, great walks, lovely country, lots of history. I would happily go again. The wifi works very well (not always the case in holiday rentals) but there is no mobile signal. The kitchen equipment is functional but if you are a keen cook take your 'must haves' with you. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
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8/10 Good

Keith

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Lovely cottage in beautiful grounds ideal location for exploring the Scottish borders Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
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10/10 Excellent

Lovely cottage in a lovely, peaceful location.
Lovely cottage in a lovely, peaceful location. The cottage is in the same courtyard as the cafe but with the main house being closed to visitors and only the grounds open, there were little to no people about. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
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10/10 Excellent

Janice

Our second visit to Clock House and enjoyed it as much as the first time.
Our second visit to Clock House and enjoyed it as much as the first time.We felt at home as soon as we walked through the door and will be booking again.
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10/10 Excellent

Francine

Lovely, well restored, well decorated XVIII C house in wonderful, peaceful surroundings.
Lovely, well restored, well decorated XVIII C house in wonderful, peaceful surroundings. The visit of Mellerstain House is a must, superb architecture, wonderful furniture, works of art, museum pieces and very friendly, informative guides who obviously love their jobs. Last but not least, a superb garden with spectacular views on the Cheviots.
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10/10 Excellent

Claire

The cottage is simply stunning with everything you need to enjoy your home from home.
The cottage is simply stunning with everything you need to enjoy your home from home. The grounds surrounding the cottage are beautiful & great for a leisurely walk. We found plenty to keep us occupied during our long weekend stay & hope to return soon. Thank you to Steven & the rest of the team at Mellerstain for your contributions to our wonderful break. We couldn’t have hoped for more.
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10/10 Excellent

Anna

Mellerstain is a magnificent house in a beautiful location with lovely gardens to which we had free
Mellerstain is a magnificent house in a beautiful location with lovely gardens to which we had free access during our stay. The Clock House was a very well presented and comfortable cottage looking onto the courtyard, cafe and gift shop (which were only open when the gardens were). The dogs were very welcome too and loved their walks around the grounds.
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

I absolutely loved Clock House and will definitely stay there again.
I absolutely loved Clock House and will definitely stay there again. The house itself is very homely, comfortable and well equipped. Sitting in the grounds of Mellerstain House, which itself is stunning, just adds to the overall experience.
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10/10 Excellent

Margaret

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Great location for visiting the Scottish Borders
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10/10 Excellent

Graham

Some small issues dealt with quickly and efficiently.
Some small issues dealt with quickly and efficiently. The staff were all extremely friendly and helpful. I don’t expect these small issues to happen again. We will be booking this cottage again. The walks round the estate are lovely and the whole place is dog friendly.

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