Title: World famous house in the beautiful Scottish Borders Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=95432231&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # World famous house in the beautiful Scottish Borders Riverside holiday home with kitchen and patio ## Photo gallery for World famous house in the beautiful Scottish Borders ![Property grounds - World famous house in the beautiful Scottish Borders (Melrose)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95440000/95432300/95432231/611b1a85.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - World famous house in the beautiful Scottish Borders (Melrose)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95440000/95432300/95432231/570cb9ec.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - World famous house in the beautiful Scottish Borders (Melrose)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95440000/95432300/95432231/cd14141f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![8 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi - World famous house in the beautiful Scottish Borders (Melrose)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95440000/95432300/95432231/fb06b4c0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - World famous house in the beautiful Scottish Borders (Melrose)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95440000/95432300/95432231/ce4f20b0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Escape to the picturesque Scottish Borders and experience the grandeur of Abbotsford's Hope Scott Wing, a historic home of Sir Walter Scott. With seven luxurious bedrooms, an elegant library, and a spacious dining room with views of the River Tweed, this 19th-century castle is perfect for families or friends celebrating special occasions. Unwind in front of an open fire or explore exclusive after-hours access to formal gardens. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 8 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 16 ## Popular amenities - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi ## 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. ### World famous house in the beautiful Scottish Borders Experience an unique opportunity to stay in one of the most famous historical houses in the world: the home of one of the most famous celebrities of the Nineteenth Century, Sir Walter Scott. Perfectly situated in the beautiful Scottish Borders, Abbotsford’s Hope Scott Wing offers luxury group accommodation. The Hope Scott Wing is a later extension to Sir Walter Scott’s A-listed 'Conundrum' Castle, built in the 1850s to provide generations of his descendants with a secluded retreat. It has been sensitively renovated to offer 8 beautifully appointed double bedrooms. Furnished with paintings and furniture from the Scott family collection, it retains the warm and welcoming feel of a family home. The Hope Scott Wing is a special place; perfect for bringing together family and friends to escape, relax and celebrate. Our experienced staff will be delighted to help curate a bespoke itinerary that makes your stay truly unforgettable. A range of unique experiences can be arranged including catering, guided fishing days, clay pigeon shooting, private Gin tastings, exclusive guided tours of Scott's historic rooms and hot tub hire. With seven luxury bedrooms, and an adjoining additional eighth bedroom, the accommodation is ideal for families, groups of friends or colleagues celebrating a special occasion, or those simply looking to escape from daily life in beautiful surroundings. Bedrooms include the Hope Scott Master with a grand four-poster bed, a deluxe fully accessible suite with commanding views to the river Tweed and five other luxurious double or twin rooms all individually decorated and named after family members or prominent visitors to Abbotsford. One bedroom also offers an adjoining queen-size room – perfect for a young family or close friends. The elegant public rooms provide the perfect place to both celebrate and relax. You can enjoy a peaceful afternoon with a favourite book in the library or a cosy evening in front of the open fire in the sitting room. The large bespoke kitchen comes fully equipped and the formal dining room, with spectacular views of the river Tweed, is the perfect location for a memorable dinner. Outside you can unwind in the privacy of the courtyard garden, explore the woodland and riverside paths of the Abbotsford estate and enjoy exclusive afterhours access to the formal gardens. Guests should note that the accommodation doesn't form the entire building. From March to December Abbotsford is a visitor attraction with Scott's historic rooms open to the public to view where he lived and worked. The wider estate and woodland walks are also open for the public to enjoy. There is very little intrusion on the guest accommodation and once closed for the day guests have exclusive access to the formal gardens. Guests enjoy complimentary admission to the historic rooms and our folklore themed trail, Witch Corner. Guests are also entitled to a 10% discount in our onsite cafe and shop. Features: Ground floor The ornate wood panelled entrance hall leads along the grand corridor lined with stunning artwork and books to the beautifully presented drawing room. Two large sofas and easy chairs set around an open fire provides a cosy spot to relax. A treasured Bechstein piano is positioned in the window bay. Reading room – originally the private drawing room of Lady Scott, an atmospheric room with book-lined walls and rich furnishings in velvet and wool - perfect for a little quiet contemplation overlooking the terrace garden. Cloakroom - with WC and basin. Dining room - a spacious room for formal dining or celebratory dinners with wonderful views over the River Tweed seating up to 16 guests. Kitchen - a compact service kitchen adjoining the formal dining room. Well equipped with induction hob and electric oven and grill, dishwasher, microwave, toaster, coffee machine and fridge/freezer. Tableware features the Hope Scott monogram. Lockhart bedroom with super king double or twin beds. En-suite bathroom with luxury fittings, bath with shower-over, basin and WC. Sophia bedroom with super king double or twin beds. En-suite bathroom with roll-top bath, separate shower unit, basin and WC. First floor Maxwell Scott bedroom with super king double or twin beds with views towards the River Tweed. Spacious en-suite bathroom with roll-top bath, luxury wet-room shower, double basin and WC. Suitable for any mobility-restricted guests. Sitting room - a cosy sitting room for relaxation with sofas and chairs in elegant tweeds and linen. Double aspect windows provide a stunning outlook over the main courtyard. Lady Scott’s bedroom - features original art deco maple furniture, super king double or twin beds and adjoining ‘secret’ Bedroom with queen sized maple bed - suitable for families. Private bathroom with bath and shower-over, basin and WC. Hope Scott bedroom - with sumptuous four poster bed and chaise longue from the mid-20th century. Shared Jack and Jill bathroom with original art deco bath and basins, separate shower unit and WC. Hope Scott Twin - super king double or twin bedroom with shared Jack and Jill bathroom with Master. Princess Alice bedroom - with super king double or twin beds. Named after Princess Alice of Gloucester who was a regular visitor here. A unique fireplace and feature window offers views towards the original walled garden. Private bathroom with roll-top bath, luxury shower unit, basin and WC. Basement level - with underfloor heating and original flagstone floor. Spacious kitchen/breakfast room - this was the original serving kitchen for the main house with many unique features retained. Handmade cabinets with marble work surfaces and large island unit. Equipment includes wine cooler, two dishwashers, range cooker with six burner gas hob and double oven with grill, microwave, filter coffee machine, toaster, double fridge/freezer. A large kitchen table seats ten comfortably, overlooking a private courtyard where guests can enjoy a morning coffee or a summer barbeque. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Kitchenette - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Breakfast available for a fee - Chef service - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 8 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 6 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Stereo - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - 3 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - In-room accessibility - Lift - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping on request - Iron/ironing board - Meal delivery service ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near a hospital - On a river ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Billiards/pool table - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Wildlife walks nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden - Housekeeping (on request) ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75030000/75022300/75022233/01390f6a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Gorgeous Arts & Craft period house with 8 ensuite bedrooms Galashiels - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 20 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-31&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=75022233&PinnedHotelID=75022233&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/83000000/82820000/82813800/82813770/550df958.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Wallace House - Nine Bedroom Villa, Sleeps 18 Innerleithen - Kitchen - Washing machine - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi 10 Exceptional 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-31&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=82813770&PinnedHotelID=82813770&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/122000000/121720000/121718300/121718253/33ec9683.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Stunning villa for 10 guests with WIFI and pets allowed Galashiels - Kitchen - Washing machine - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-31&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=121718253&PinnedHotelID=121718253&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 3 total pets ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Note from host: A cot and high chair is available on request ### Events Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings Please contact us to discuss event requirements ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 16 Note from host: Please contact us to discuss event requirements 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 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ## About the area Located in Melrose, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. 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. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Melrose travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Melrose.dx11273) [View more Holiday homes in Melrose](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Melrose-Private-Holiday-Homes.d11273-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.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%7C55.59964%2C-2.78051&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=zqfjEBlZugcu7i6UDk0Aw6Z1J7Y=) Melrose, Scotland ### What's nearby - Abbotsford The Home Of Sir Walter Scott \- 2 min walk \- 0.1 miles - Waverley Line \- 2 min drive \- 1.5 miles - Portobello Beach \- 55 min drive \- 43.9 miles - Edinburgh Park \- 59 min drive \- 43.7 miles ### Getting around - Tweedbank Station - 2 min drive - Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 72 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Tempest Brewing Co - ‬3 min drive - ‪Okome - ‬5 min drive - ‪Ochiltree's Dining - ‬9 min walk - ‪The Salmon Inn - ‬4 min drive - ‪Herges on the Loch - ‬1 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is World famous house in the beautiful Scottish Borders pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at World famous house in the beautiful Scottish Borders? ### What time is check-in at World famous house in the beautiful Scottish Borders? ### What time is check-out at World famous house in the beautiful Scottish Borders? ### Where is World famous house in the beautiful Scottish Borders located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## World famous house in the beautiful Scottish Borders Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 4 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bruce R. 17 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Business Retreat at Abbotsford! Our business group (and spouses) enjoyed a marvelous retreat at the Hope Scott Wing at Abbotsford. We'd seen the general pictures of Abbotsford, which are stunning. But, we were particularly and pleasantly surprised to find our VRBO accommodations at the Hope Scott Wing to be excellent! The house is both comfortable and impressive. And, Donald and Diane (our contacts at Abbotsford) were extremely helpful in setting up this visit, including great suggestions as to things to do in the area, catering, etc. Some of our group took the opportunity to fish on the River Tweed, which looked fun (I wasn't one of the fishermen). If anything - our visit was too short! Would love to come back sometime. ##### Bruce R. Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Danielle C. 13 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Abbotsford is amazing and we had the best time. The communication from Diane was great from start to finish. Would definitely recommend! ##### Danielle C. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Leilani W. 14 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Of all the places we’ve been lucky enough to stay in, Abbotsford is the finest, most incredible masterpieces. It’s an honor, it was a pleasure and simply cannot be matched. The house is massive, and beautifully stocked with everything you could imagine and the staff was friendly. Very honored we were able to stay here. ##### Leilani W. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Suzy B. 11 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Tous enchantés !! Merci à toutes les équipes du Trust Abbotsford pour ce superbe séjour. Nous avons tout apprécié, la communication, la beauté des lieux, la propreté, les équipements, les jardins, le parc, l'emplacement avec des magasins tout proche .... Un très chaleureux et très sincère MERCI à vous tous. La note de 5/5 est très largement méritée. ##### Suzy B. 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