Bowden House B&B

4.0 star property
Upscale bed & breakfast in Melrose with free parking

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Dining
Exterior
Front of property
Breakfast for a fee
Superior Double Room, Garden View (Rococo Room) | Bathroom
Reviews
10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • BarBarBar
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

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Bowden House, Bowden, Melrose, Scotland, TD6 0ST
  • Popular LocationMelrose Abbey5 min drive
  • Popular LocationDryburgh Abbey10 min drive
  • Popular LocationAbbotsford The Home Of Sir Walter Scott10 min drive
  • AirportEdinburgh (EDI)55 min drive

Room options

Deluxe Double Room, Garden View

Highlights

Deck/patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Memory foam bed
3 bedrooms
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Superior Double or Twin Room, Garden View

Highlights

Deck/patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Memory foam bed
3 bedrooms
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

Superior Double Room, Garden View (Rococo Room)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Memory foam bed
3 bedrooms
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Melrose

At Bowden House B&B you'll be 4.5 km (2.8 mi) from Melrose Abbey and 5 km (3.1 mi) from Dryburgh Abbey. Highlights at this B&B include in-room free WiFi and furnished balconies. .At the bed & breakfast's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Additionally, you'll find free WiFi in public areas, a terrace and a garden. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Places within a 15-minute drive of this 4-property class Melrose B&B include Sir Walter Scott's Courtroom and Abbotsford The Home Of Sir Walter Scott.

What's nearby

  • St Abbs & Eyemouth Voluntary Marine Reserve - 3 min drive
  • Scott's View - 5 min drive
  • Melrose Abbey - 5 min drive
  • Dryburgh Abbey - 10 min drive
  • Abbotsford The Home Of Sir Walter Scott - 10 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • The Salmon Inn - 13 min drive
  • Alfonso Crolla - 9 min drive
  • Herges on the Loch - 10 min drive
  • Tempest Brewing Co - 10 min drive
  • Provender - 6 min drive

About this property

Bowden House B&B

Upscale bed & breakfast in Melrose with free parking
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 members are 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 complimentary 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 hairdryers.

Languages

English, French, German

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Separate bedroom

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Multilingual staff
  • No housekeeping

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 100% renewable energy
  • 2 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Building
  • Built in 1815
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian-cotton sheets
  • Memory foam mattress

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

Outdoor space

  • Furnished balcony/patio

More

  • Eco-friendly cleaning products available
  • 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 and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

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

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

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (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 fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit
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 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 all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

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.

Property is also known as

Bowden House B&B Melrose
Bowden House Melrose
Bowden House
Bowden House B B
Bowden House B&B Melrose
Bowden House B&B Bed & breakfast
Bowden House B&B Bed & breakfast Melrose

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Bowden House B&B?

Bowden House B&B offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Bowden House B&B?

As of 15 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bowden House B&B on 21 May 2024 start from AU$258.96, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Bowden House B&B?

Yep, Bowden House B&B has a free self car park.

What makes Bowden House B&B a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus memory foam beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Bowden House B&B.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Bowden House B&B?

No, Bowden House B&B does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Bowden House B&B?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Bowden House B&B?

No, pets are not allowed.

Bowden House B&B Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lloyd

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Myrtle

Travelled with partner
Excellent couldn’t ask for better service
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Home from home
Beautiful house and location, wonderful hosts. A home from home feeling and welcome
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patrik

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My host, Uta, was extremely warm and welcoming upon my arrival. My son was this me to check in, although not staying at the b&b. She offered coffee and biscuits on their back patio for us, which was lovely. Such a beautiful setting. My room was perfect - nothing was overlooked. Breakfast was amazing too!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nigel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
An exceptional B&B
A lovely house in a beautiful location. The views from the house are stunning. Uta is a wonderful host and provides an exceptional breakfast. I thoroughly recommend Bowden House.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Graeme

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property is tastefully decorated and fitted out with wonderful furniture. The room we had was spacious and very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Two Night Borders Break
Enjoyed our stay at Bowden B&B, Uta was very friendly, excellent breakfast served on the terrace. Would recommend this B&B.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Gill, Shimpling, Suffolk

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
From the moment we arrived to be greeted by the most friendly welcome we enjoyed the most wonderful stay at Bowden House in every way. In fact we would consider going to Melrose again just to stay at Bowden House. The most beautiful view from our bedroom in a charming property.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019