Bowden House B&B

4.0 star property
4-star B&B near Melrose Abbey

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Property entrance
Hallway
Front of property
Garden

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

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Bowden House, Bowden, Melrose, Scotland, TD6 0ST
  • Place, Scott's View
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Melrose Abbey
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Dryburgh Abbey
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

Superior Double or Twin Room, Garden View

  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Double Room, Garden View

  • 193 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Superior Double Room, Garden View (Rococo Room)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Melrose

In Melrose .Within 3 miles (5 km) of this Melrose B&B, you'll find Melrose Abbey and Dryburgh Abbey. Abbotsford The Home Of Sir Walter Scott is within 6 miles (10 km) and Sir Walter Scott's Courtroom is within 9 miles (15 km).

What's nearby

  • Scott's View - 6 min drive - 3.9 miles
  • Melrose Abbey - 6 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Saint Cuthbert's Way - 6 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Dryburgh Abbey - 8 min drive - 4.5 miles
  • Abbotsford The Home Of Sir Walter Scott - 9 min drive - 5.5 miles

Getting around

  • Tweedbank Station - 7 min drive
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ochiltree's Dining - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Tempest Brewing Co - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Kings Arms Hotel - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Ship Inn - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Rhymers Tower Coffee Shop & Restaurant - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Bowden House B&B

4-star B&B near Melrose Abbey
Bowden House B&B offers its guests a terrace, multilingual staff, and a garden. WiFi is free in public spaces. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Bowden House B&B also features a fireplace in the lobby and a water dispenser. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Melrose bed & breakfast is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 3 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1815
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
Bowden House B&B offers 3 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and slippers. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Memory foam beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. This Melrose bed & breakfast provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Separate bedroom

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Memory foam mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • LED lighting
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 5:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a 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
This property accepts cash
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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 accepts cash. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Bowden House B&B to the airport?

Bowden House B&B is 46.9 mi (55-min drive) away from the Edinburgh Airport (EDI) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Bowden House B&B have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Bowden House B&B.

Does Bowden House B&B offer free breakfast?

Bowden House B&B does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Bowden House B&B?

No, there is no casino at this bed & breakfast.

What time is check-in at Bowden House B&B?

Check-in start time: 5:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Bowden House B&B?

This bed & breakfast offers free self parking.

Does Bowden House B&B have a pool?

Bowden House B&B does not have a pool.

Does Bowden House B&B have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this bed & breakfast.

How close is Bowden House B&B to downtown Melrose?

Bowden House B&B is 2.3 mi away from Melrose.