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Bowden House B&B

BOWDEN HOUSE BOWDEN, Melrose, TD6 0ST, the United Kingdom
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Bowden House B&B

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Scored 9.7
9.7
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
72 reviews

Offering mountain views, Bowden House B&B in Melrose provides accommodations, a garden, and a shared lounge. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking, and free Wifi. The accommodation offers airport transfers, while a bicycle rental service is also available. At the bed and breakfast, the units are equipped with a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen, and towels. Additional in-room amenities include chocolates or cookies. The rooms are equipped with heating facilities. À la carte and continental breakfast options with warm dishes, fruit, and juice are available. As an added convenience, the bed and breakfast offers packed lunches for guests to bring on excursions and other trips off-property. Guests at Bowden House B&B will be able to enjoy activities in and around Melrose, like cycling and hiking. Melrose Abbey is 3.8 miles from the accommodation, while Etal Castle is 30 miles away. Edinburgh Airport is 45 miles from the property.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free Wifi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish

Free Private Parking Available On Site

Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 queen bed
1 king bed
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2 twin beds
1 full bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
10
Facilities
9.8
Cleanliness
9.9
Comfort
9.9
Value for money
9.5
Location
9.7
Free Wifi
10
High score for Melrose

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Stackhouse
    the United States the United States
    “Bowden House exceeded our expectations in every way! Beautiful home with a lovely hostess, Uta, happy to help with crazy unexpected things! Breakfast was perfect! Would definitely book again in the Borders!”
  • Janice
    the United States the United States
    “Such a wonderful location! Our host was exceptional. I felt she was a long time friend. So many special touches…tea and biscuits on arrival.. snacks in the room!”
  • Cyndra
    Canada Canada
    “Uta is the perfect host very welcoming to us. Our breakfast was over the top delicious with an awesome selection. Everything we asked for we got even tea and cookies when we arrived.”
  • Marcus
    the United Kingdom the United Kingdom
    “A fantastic tranquil property with amazing hosts, incredible views and real care and attention to detail.”
  • Marguerite
    the United States the United States
    “Excellent breakfasts! Uta went out of her way to make sure we had whatever we wished to eat for breakfast.”
  • Paul
    the United Kingdom the United Kingdom
    “Very friendly and helpful host. Lovely rooms and super breakfast.”
  • Hayley
    the United Kingdom the United Kingdom
    “Hosts were very friendly and accommodating to our vegan diet. The rooms were spacious, clean and had a great view. The garden was lovely and we hope to visit again.”
  • Lawrence
    Australia Australia
    “The beautiful house, location, facilities and breakfast, and hosts Uta and Jason’s care and attention.”
  • Diane
    Australia Australia
    “Lovely home full of character in a delightful setting. Charming hosts.”
  • Saskia
    the United Kingdom the United Kingdom
    “Absolutely amazing place to stay for my partner's birthday! Beautiful house, beautiful gardens and incredible hosts!! Uta was unbelievably helpful, arranging places to eat and taxis. And her local knowledge is fantastic! Breakfast delicious and...”

Hosted by Uta & Jason

10
10
Host Review Score
Host Review Score
Uta & Jason
PLEASE NOTE: OUR TRADITIONAL B&B IS CLOSED DAILY FROM 11AM - 4PM. Multi - award winning B&B, situated right on St. Cuthbert's Way. Bowden House Boutique B&B is a beautifully presented country house with magnificent panoramic views and large private gardens. It is situated 3 miles from Melrose & St. Boswells - perfectly located for exploring the Scottish Borders. Dating from the early 19th century, our B&B is full of charm and character and has been lovingly restored and refurbished. There is free WiFi access throughout the house and we have ample parking space in our courtyard. Our Boutique B&B provides 3 superb bedrooms - all are individually furnished with TV and coffee/tea making facilities and enjoy south facing views over the countryside. The bathrooms and en-suites are to a luxury standard with toiletries provided. Our guests are welcome to relax in our cosy lounge with internet access, TV, board games, video library, log fire and our Bang & Olufson sound system. We try to cater for every taste - whether you prefer a simple continental breakfast, a "full Scottish Breakfast", a vegetarian or a vegan variety. Evening meals and packed lunches can be provided upon request.
Hello, we are Uta & Jason - your hosts of Bowden House B&B. I an Austrian/English couple and fell in love with the beautiful Scottish Borders 18 years ago. We returned to Bowden/Melrose in 2015 and now enjoy welcoming guests to our lovely bed & breakfast. As outdoor enthusiast, we enjoy walking with our dogs Fyodor & Yoko, finding new running routes and playing tennis at the local club.
THE SCOTTISH BORDERS - A PERFECT HOLIDAY DESTINATION ​ With its rolling hills, gentle streams and picturesque coastline, the Scottish Borders are a perfect holiday destination. Outdoor enthusiasts enjoy plenty of golf courses, walking routes, cycling trails as well as fishing & riding opportunities. Steeped in history, the Scottish Borders' ruins, castles and abbeys are testimony to the regions turbulent past and well worth to be explored. Discover Abbotsford House, Floors Castle, Traquair House and the 3 Abbeys in Melrose, Jedburgh and Kelso. The Scottish Borders offer plenty of walking trails to explore the beautiful countryside at your own pace. We are happy to provide you with a wide range of walking guides for the area. Golf enthusiasts love the Scottish Borders. With 21 golf courses to choose from in the area and a total of 46 golf courses in a 60 mile radius, you are spoilt for choice. Locally you can play the popular "must-play" Woll 18 hole golf course, the hilly Melrose 9 hole course or the scenic St. Boswells 9 hole course. For experts the famous Roxburghe Championship Golf Course and the Macdonald Cardrona Championship course will definitely hit the spot.
Languages spoken: German,English,French

Area info

Amenities of Bowden House B&B
Great facilities! Review score, 9.8

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free Wifi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Breakfast

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Additional bathroom
  • Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet

View

  • Landmark view
  • Mountain view
  • Garden view
  • View

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Electric kettle

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack

Activities

  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Horseback riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Game room
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
  • Tennis court
    Additional chargeOff-site

Media & Technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Food & Drink

  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Tea/Coffee maker

Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).

    Services

    • Shuttle service
      Additional charge
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Wake-up service
    • Packed lunches
    • Airport shuttle
      Additional charge

    Entertainment & Family Services

    • Board games/Puzzles
    • Board games/puzzles

    Safety & security

    • Fire extinguishers
    • Smoke alarms
    • Security alarm

    General

    • Designated smoking area
    • Smoke-free property
    • Heating
    • Carpeted
    • Ironing facilities
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Iron

    Accessibility

    • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

    Languages Spoken

    • German
    • English
    • French

    House rules
    Bowden House B&B takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM
    You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
    Check-out
    From 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
    Curfew
    The entrance to the property is closed between 11:00 and 16:00
    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children not allowed.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

    Age restriction
    The minimum age for check-in is 18
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.
    Accepted payment methods
    VisaMastercardMaestroCash
    Smoking
    Smoking is not allowed.
    Parties
    Parties/events are not allowed
    Quiet hours
    Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 6:00 AM.

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    Please note the we are a traditional B&B and our house is closed between 11am and 5pm every day .

    If you need access to your room during that time please let us know beforehand.

    Please inform Bowden House B&B of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

    This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

    Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 06:00:00.

    FAQs about Bowden House B&B

    • Bowden House B&B is 2.2 miles from the center of Melrose. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Check-in at Bowden House B&B is from 5:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

    • Room options at Bowden House B&B include:

      • Double

    • The prices at Bowden House B&B may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Bowden House B&B offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Cycling
      • Hiking
      • Game room
      • Fishing
      • Tennis court
      • Golf course (within 2 miles)
      • Bike tours
      • Walking tours
      • Horseback riding
      • Bicycle rental