Linen House & The Scott Apartment
Set on a deep meander of the river Tweed, where it collides with the river Teviot, the bustling market town of Kelso is as rich in history and architectural merit as it is in contemporary urban appeal. Home to the remains of what was once the mightiest monastery in the Scottish Borders, visitors to Kelso will also discover two stately homes (including the magnificent Floors Castle & Gardens), a graceful five-arched bridge that served as the model for London's Waterloo Bridge, and Scotland’s largest market square.
Fanning out from the square, streets lined with grand Georgian and Victorian buildings house atmospheric pubs, lively coffee shops, independent shops and diverse restaurants. Further home to two excellent butchers’ shops, a fishmonger, several bakeries, a thoroughbred horse racing venue and annual art and folk festivals, Kelso really does offer something for every visitor.
For all its prominence as a Borders town, the cobbled Kelso Square has a distinctly continental feel to it: thriving market stalls, with their brightly striped awnings, fill the square for the monthly Farmers’ market, which is flanked by grand, Italianate-style buildings. Amongst these is the Grade II listed former British Linen Bank building. Dating to the mid 19th-century, the impressive townhouse has been sensitively restored and redeveloped to create the sumptuous five-bedroom Linen House and The Scott Apartment.
Stepping off Kelso Square, a private access door and double-turn staircase lead to a first-floor hallway with soaring ceilings and intricate architrave mouldings and cornicing, setting the tone for the exceptional quality of this coveted townhouse. The first floor provides ample living space for guests with a light-filled drawing room overlooking Kelso Square that blends an original slate fireplace and antique furnishings with superbly comfy sofas.
A separate sitting room offers guests an alternative spot for reading the morning papers, enjoying sundowners or playing a game of chess by the towering sash window overlooking the cobbled Oven Wynd lane that leads to the River Tweed. In keeping with a property that’s been freshly renovated to the highest specifications, there’s also a cosy snug with a Smart TV and PS4 games console.
Still on this floor, the top-spec designer kitchen features large twin windows from which to enjoy the comings and goings of life in the town square below while you take breakfast at the island bar or enjoy convivial group meals at the large dining table, which comfortably seats up to twelve guests.
Moving up to the second floor with another dramatic double-turn staircase, you’ll find four generously appointed bedrooms. Combining original period features such as decorative period fireplaces and shuttered sash windows, each of these spacious bedrooms boasts supremely comfy beds, sweeping views of the town and a smart en suite bathroom or shower room.
For groups of friends or family requiring additional space or privacy, the Linen House incorporates The Scott Apartment by way of a connecting door that leads from the snug of the former into the sitting room of the latter.
The open plan living space follows a striking black and yellow colour scheme set by the vivid Bumble Bee yellow of the glossy designer kitchen. When taking the entire townhouse, guests have the significant benefit of having two kitchens at their disposal, which is particularly ideal when entertaining visitors or enlisting the help of professional caterers.
Set on the second floor, a further spacious bedroom features a super king bed and a palatial en suite bathroom with a slipper bathtub and walk-in shower with a rainfall showerhead.
ADDITIONAL ACCOMODATION
For smaller parties, the property can be let as two individual apartments, with Linen House sleeping up to ten guests, and The Scott Apartment sleeping up to four. The Penthouse at Kelso House (Sleeps 4) also sits under the same ownership and is just a few moments away.
Property Layout
GROUND FLOOR
Access from the street with inner hall and hanging rail.
Stairs to the first floor leading to the main hall and reception rooms.
FIRST FLOOR
Drawing room with two large sofas, two armchairs, Smart TV, original decorative feature fireplace with slate surround.
Kitchen / dining room with central island. Five burner induction hob, two electric ovens with steam function, two further oven/microwaves, two full-size dishwashers, large fridge/freezer (3-drawer freezer), large wine fridge. Dining space seating up to twelve guests using the table extenders, and Smart TV.
Sitting room with double sofa, two armchairs, chess set, painting easel, and Smart TV. The sofa converts to a double 5' pocket-sprung sofa bed which is available at an additional charge
Bathroom with slipper bath, walk-in shower (rainforest head), heated towel rail, basin and WC.
TV room/snug with Smart TV, PS4 games console and a small selection of games.
There is a separate utility room with sink, washing machine and separate dryer, along with an overhead pulley for drying outdoor wear. An iron and an ironing board are provided.
Second sitting room accessed from the TV room/snug, with two sofas (one converts to a double 5' pocket-sprung sofa bed, which is available at an additional charge), armchair, Smart TV.
Second kitchen with electric oven, grill, ceramic hob, fridge/freezer, washing machine, full size dishwasher. Dining table with seating for two.
Separate staircase leads down to a separate rear access with a hanging rail for outdoor gear, and a chest freezer.
SECOND FLOOR
The Campbell bedroom with zip and link beds, which can be configured as a super king double or 3' twin beds, as preferred. Benefits from direct views over the town square.
En suite bathroom with walk-in shower, free standing slipper bath, double basin and WC.
The Roxburgh bedroom with zip and link beds, which can be configured as a super king double or 3' twin beds, as preferred. Benefits from direct views over the town square.
En suite shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC.
The Tweedside bedroom with zip and link beds, which can be configured as a super king double or 3' twin beds, as preferred. Overlooks Bridge Street.
En suite shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC.
The Maxwell bedroom with zip and link beds, which can be configured as a super king double or 3' twin beds, as preferred. Overlooks Bridge Street.
Adjoining shower room with large walk-in shower, basin and WC.
The Scott bedroom is accessed from a separate rear stair from the second sitting room. With zip and link beds, which can be configured as a super king double or 3' twin beds, as preferred.
Adjoining bathroom with large walk-in shower, slipper bath, heated towel rail, double basin and WC.
OUTSIDE
The Linen House & The Scott Apartment sit in the town centre, benefitting from local amenities on the doorstep and is close to the riverside for walking dogs. There is no private outside space.
There is public car parking nearby at The Knowes, which sits approximately 200 yards to the rear of the property and is free of charge.
Location
Sitting right in the centre of Kelso, guests can enjoy all the amenities of this busy market town with its pretty Flemish style square and rich Georgian and Victorian architecture. You will find excellent local amenities here with plenty of pubs, restaurants and coffee shops to choose from, as well as a fine range of independent shops where you are guaranteed a warm welcome. For provisions, the town is served by two excellent butchers’ shops, a fishmonger, and a number of bakeries, while two large supermarkets sit nearby for all of your holiday needs.
For dining-out, The Cobbles is highly regarded for its food and friendly atmosphere, or for light lunches you will find plenty of tempting treats in the many cafes in the town - including 'Off The Square'; Cafe U or the Terrace Cafe at Floors Castle.
Amenities
- Allows babies in armsUp to 12 months.
- Allows children1 - 16 years.
- Bath
- CotA travel cot is available on request. Travel cot bedding is not supplied.
- Dog friendlyTwo dogs are welcome and a third dog may be considered on request (£30 fee per dog). Dogs should be clean and dry before access into the property and otherwise kept out of the bedrooms and off the furniture.
- HairdryerA hairdryer is provided in each bedroom.
- HeatingThere is underfloor heating in both kitchens and in each bathroom. Otherwise, there is electric heating throughout.
- Highchair
- Linen & towels provided
- Walking distance to a pub (under 1 mile)
- Wi-FiWi-Fi is provided with high speeds. Mobile reception is good.
All Amenities
Dog Friendly
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: SB00336F. The current EPC rating for this property is band F, a copy of the certificate can be found here.
Arrival time: 4pm
Departure time: 10am
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