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HARMONY HOUSE - HARMONY GARDENS, pet friendly in Melrose
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8 bedrooms 3 bathrooms Sleeps 15 205 sq m
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Explore the area
Melrose, Southern Scotland
- Melrose Abbey3 min walk
- Abbotsford The Home Of Sir Walter Scott4 min drive
- Dryburgh Abbey10 min drive
Rooms & beds
8 bedrooms (sleeps 15)
Bedroom 1
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 4
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 5
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 6
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 7
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 8
1 Single Bed
3 bathrooms
Bathroom
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom
Toilet · Shower only
En-suite 1
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
HARMONY HOUSE - HARMONY GARDENS, pet friendly in Melrose
This detached 19th century house rests in Melrose, Scottish Borders and can sleep fifteen people in eight bedrooms.
Harmony House is a stunning 19th century three-storey detached house resting within the walled Harmony Garden in Melrose, Scottish Borders. Hosting eight bedrooms, including two doubles, one with an en-suite, a second-floor double, two twin rooms and two second-floor twin rooms, and finally a single, along with a shower room, bathroom and a cloakroom, this property can sleep up to fifteen guests. There is also a kitchen, external utility, dining room, sitting room/library and drawing room. Outside there is off-road parking for four cars and a private garden with guests' also having access to the entirety of Harmony Gardens after it has closed to the public in the summer months. Harmony House is where you can bring all of your loved ones together for a memorable trip to Scotland. Sunday arrivals are not permitted. This property has a good housekeeping bond of 1000GBP
Amenities: Gas central heating. Electric range cooker with gas hob, grill. Microwave, fridge, washer/dryer, dishwasher. TV, DVD player, CD player and WiFi. Fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Travel cot and highchair available. Off-road parking for four cars. Enclosed private garden with table and chairs and use of Harmony Garden after it is closed to the public. Two well-behaved dogs welcome. Sorry, no smoking. Shop and pub 0.2 miles. When travelling between Harmony House and the guests' private garden dogs must be kept on a lead. Sunday arrivals are not permitted. The opening times, visitor facilities and entry prices of all National Trust for Scotland properties and attractions can be viewed on their website here. This property has a good housekeeping bond of £1000. Please note : Due to the urgency of required repairs to the rear courtyard entrance of Harmony House (where house residents normally park vehicles), the access for vehicles will not be available for a 2-week period commencing Monday 14th July
Region: From the lush green farmlands of the Borders to the ruggedness of the Highlands, the Scots are proud of their land and identity. Scotland also has some of Britain’s best beaches with glorious stretches of clean sand over which to roam.
Town: Nestled within the beautiful region of the Scottish Borders, surrounded by countryside, is the idyllic and quaint town of Melrose. Presenting a fabulous place to base a trip thanks to the array of attractions within reach, Melrose offers everything you need for a self-catered stay including local shops, bakeries, butchers, as well as pubs and restaurants to visit. Enjoy walks from the town centre along St Cuthberts Way, explore the gardens of Harmony and Priorwood and take day trips out to Jedburgh, or even the coastal town of Berwick-upon-Tweed across the border.
Harmony House is a stunning 19th century three-storey detached house resting within the walled Harmony Garden in Melrose, Scottish Borders. Hosting eight bedrooms, including two doubles, one with an en-suite, a second-floor double, two twin rooms and two second-floor twin rooms, and finally a single, along with a shower room, bathroom and a cloakroom, this property can sleep up to fifteen guests. There is also a kitchen, external utility, dining room, sitting room/library and drawing room. Outside there is off-road parking for four cars and a private garden with guests' also having access to the entirety of Harmony Gardens after it has closed to the public in the summer months. Harmony House is where you can bring all of your loved ones together for a memorable trip to Scotland. Sunday arrivals are not permitted. This property has a good housekeeping bond of 1000GBP
Amenities: Gas central heating. Electric range cooker with gas hob, grill. Microwave, fridge, washer/dryer, dishwasher. TV, DVD player, CD player and WiFi. Fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Travel cot and highchair available. Off-road parking for four cars. Enclosed private garden with table and chairs and use of Harmony Garden after it is closed to the public. Two well-behaved dogs welcome. Sorry, no smoking. Shop and pub 0.2 miles. When travelling between Harmony House and the guests' private garden dogs must be kept on a lead. Sunday arrivals are not permitted. The opening times, visitor facilities and entry prices of all National Trust for Scotland properties and attractions can be viewed on their website here. This property has a good housekeeping bond of £1000. Please note : Due to the urgency of required repairs to the rear courtyard entrance of Harmony House (where house residents normally park vehicles), the access for vehicles will not be available for a 2-week period commencing Monday 14th July
Region: From the lush green farmlands of the Borders to the ruggedness of the Highlands, the Scots are proud of their land and identity. Scotland also has some of Britain’s best beaches with glorious stretches of clean sand over which to roam.
Town: Nestled within the beautiful region of the Scottish Borders, surrounded by countryside, is the idyllic and quaint town of Melrose. Presenting a fabulous place to base a trip thanks to the array of attractions within reach, Melrose offers everything you need for a self-catered stay including local shops, bakeries, butchers, as well as pubs and restaurants to visit. Enjoy walks from the town centre along St Cuthberts Way, explore the gardens of Harmony and Priorwood and take day trips out to Jedburgh, or even the coastal town of Berwick-upon-Tweed across the border.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available
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House Rules
Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 9:30 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets 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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Melrose
Melrose is home to this holiday home. Torwoodlee Golf Club and Lauder Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit St Abbs & Eyemouth Voluntary Marine Reserve and Scott's View. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
Melrose, Southern Scotland
What's nearby
- Melrose Abbey - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- Saint Cuthbert's Way - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- Abbotsford The Home Of Sir Walter Scott - 4 min drive - 4.9 km
- Scott's View - 7 min drive - 8.5 km
- Dryburgh Abbey - 10 min drive - 9.4 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Tempest Brewing Co - 4 min drive
- Ochiltree's Dining - 5 min drive
- Kings Arms Hotel - 5 min walk
- Alfonso's - 8 min drive
- Quins - 10 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Sykes Holiday Cottages

Over three floors. Eight bedrooms: 1 x double with en-suite, 1 x double, 1 x second-floor double, 2 x twin, 2 x second-floor twin, 1 x single. Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC. Shower room with shower, basin and WC. Cloakroom with basin and WC. Kitchen. External utility and drying room. Dining room. Sitting room/library. Drawing room
What makes this property unique
Gas central heating. Electric range cooker with gas hob, microwave, fridge, washer/dryer, dishwasher. TV, DVD player, CD player and WiFi. Fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Travel cot and highchair available. Off-road parking for four cars. Enclosed private garden with table and chairs and use of Harmony Garden after it is closed to the public. Two well-behaved dogs welcome. Sorry, no smoking. Shop and pub 0.2 miles. Note: This property is over 200 years old with very thick walls which does mean that the wifi signal can be a bit intermittent. Note: When travelling between Harmony House and the guests' private garden dogs must be kept on a lead. Note: The three properties within the group Harmony Cottages are not directly next door to each other, but all rest within 0.2 miles of each other. Note: Please could we remind you that smoking is not permitted in this property and candles or any naked flame/fireplaces should not be used. Note: Please refrain from any external activities after 11pm or before 8am to avoid noise pollution and be respectful of neighbouring residents. Note: The opening times, visitor facilities and entry prices of all National Trust for Scotland properties and attractions can be viewed on their website here
Note: Unfortunately, The National Trust for Scotland do not permit BBQ's on their properties - due to fire risk.
Note: Seasonal fruit and vegetables, grown in Harmony Garden, when available, from Priorwood Gardens on a Danish trolley
Note: Unfortunately, The National Trust for Scotland do not permit BBQ's on their properties - due to fire risk.
Note: Seasonal fruit and vegetables, grown in Harmony Garden, when available, from Priorwood Gardens on a Danish trolley
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