Bank View
Bank House takes pride of place within a smart stone building on Melrose High Street. With a secluded courtyard at the rear leading to nearby Gibson Park, it blends both direct access to the buzz of Melrose and tranquil respite from it.
Stepping into Bank House, you’ll discover a compact yet well-appointed country kitchen with a small dining table, a cosy sitting room with a pair of striking crimson velvet sofas, and a bathroom with shower. The top floor offers two bedrooms with ample storage space to tidy away belongings and a second bathroom with shower.
The proximity of Bank House to all the popular sights of Melrose makes it the ideal base for exploring one of the most delightful towns in the Borders. You can easily saunter to a nearby café for breakfast, stroll over to Melrose Abbey, potter around the verdant Priorwood Gardens, and get enjoyably lost in the town’s shops and boutiques.
If you time your visit to coincide with the annual Borders Book Festival, you can meander over to the beautiful National Trust Harmony Gardens in just five minutes. After sundowners in the peaceful courtyard, where guests benefit from dedicated outdoor seating, you can amble to your pick of Melrose’s acclaimed restaurants for dinner, including the celebrated Provender, which is quite literally next door.
For days when you fancy exploring further afield, there’s a multitude of stately homes and gardens nearby, including Sir Walter Scott’s Abbotswood, Floors Castle and Thirlestane. Avid walkers can tackle all, or just sections, of two of the country’s best-loved long-distance hiking routes, St Cuthbert’s Way and Borders Abbeys Way, both of which start in Melrose.
Additional Accommodation:
If you are looking for a property in a similar style, the owner also owns Eildon View and School View in the village of Melrose. Otherwise Dryburgh Stirling One, Dryburgh Stirling Two, Dryburgh Farmhouse, Dryburgh Steading One, Dryburgh Steading Two, Dryburgh Steading Three and Dryburgh Steading Four are all located near St. Boswells.
Special Offers
10% discount on stays of 2 to 5 nights between 20 June and 31 July 2026.
15% discount on stays of 6 nights or more between 20 June and 31 July 2026.
Property Layout
GROUND FLOOR
Access directly into small hallway.
Sitting room with two double sofas, wall-mounted Smart TV, radio/CD player. Stairway to first floor.
Kitchen with electric oven, induction hob, washing machine, integrated fridge/freezer (3 drawer), small dishwasher, microwave, Nespresso coffee machine – Vertuo pods, dining area with seating for four. Small wall-mounted TV.
Bathroom with shower, heated towel rail, basin and WC.
FIRST FLOOR
Bedroom one with king size bed, side tables, chest of drawers, wardrobe with drawer, small wall-mounted TV.
Bathroom with large walk-in shower, heated towel rail, basin and WC.
Bedroom two with double bed, side tables, chest of drawers, wardrobe with single drawer, small wall-mounted TV.
OUTSIDE
Shared courtyard to the rear with outside seating. Access via a side gate to Melrose High Street. A secure gate from the rear courtyard leads to off-street parking and gives easy access to nearby Gibson Park.
Off-street parking in the free public car park directly to the rear of the property.Location
Set in the very heart of the country that inspired the writings of Sir Walter Scott, you will find some of the best independent shopping in the area with Melrose Abbey as the beautiful backdrop.
An enjoyable afternoon can be spent browsing the range of interiors, gift, craft and boutique style shops around the pretty Market Square before afternoon tea or supper at one of the many convivial coffee shops or restaurants. Browse the lovely Henderson’s for gifts and vintage finds; Sarah Thomson or Twelve for ladieswear; the beautiful hand-sewn Harris Tweed garments from Jane Hall at The Crafters; or Masons bookshop for a good holiday read.
For coffee and cake, pop into Apples for Jam for a steaming cappuccino and a delicious cream sponge, or head to the Town House, Provender, Burts or Marmions which all come highly recommended. Alternatively take a walk along the river and over the suspension footbridge to Gattonside for excellent food at either Seasons restaurant or the Hoebridge Restaurant.
You will find an excellent range of shops selling fine quality food and drink here including The Country Kitchen for deli produce, cheeses, whole foods and fresh coffees; Dalgetty’s Bakery, makers of the original Selkirk Bannock; Baird’s Butchers for locally sourced produce as well as freshly prepared homemade meals which are perfect for holiday stays. You will also find a quality fishmongers, a fresh fruit & veg shop as well as two small convenience stores and a local Co-op.
Amenities
- Allows babies in armsUp to 12 months.
- Allows children1 - 16 years.
- HairdryerA hairdryer is provided in each bedroom.
- HeatingGas central heating which is thermostatically controlled.
- Highchair
- Linen & towels provided
- Outside space
- Pet freeSorry, dogs are not permitted.
- Walking distance to a pub (under 1 mile)
- Wi-FiWi-Fi is available. Mobile reception is generally very good.
All Amenities
Important Information
For safety reasons, we do not permit electric vehicle or hybrid car charging at this property. If you’re travelling by EV, discover your nearest electric vehicle charging point here.
Scottish short-term lets licence number: SB00790F. The current EPC rating for this property is band D, a copy of the certificate can be found here.
Arrival time: 4pm
Departure time: 10am
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