Merchant's House
Step back in time into the Merchant’s House in Eyemouth, an 18th century grand family home and enjoy a stay in one of the most unique houses in Scotland. Pack your breeches, corsets and hooped petticoats as you will have the run of the top two floors of this historic house designed by renowned architect John Adam.
Sip champagne in the double reception room while watching the seals gliding around the harbour below. Explore the elegant rooms full of original features, antiques and artwork. You will be inspired to dress for dinner or perhaps ring a bell for afternoon tea. Please note, servants are not included!
Of course, catering can be arranged and the dining room which seats 10 is perfect for larger groups. Don’t be fooled that children won’t love this house too, there are free passes to the fascinating museum below and its secret cellars. There is even a perfectly hidden tea chute that runs down through the interior of the house, keeping the precious tea leaves hidden well away from the prying eyes of the dreaded Excise men!
IMPORTANT - Please note that Gunsgreen House Museum is currently closed due to essential maintenance.
Property Layout
ACCESS
Guests have their own private entrance to the rear of the property. There is a lift which reaches every floor and also a wet room and bedroom on the first floor making the property suitable for wheelchair users.
FIRST FLOOR
Entrance hall with chest of drawers, wine fridge and a selection of books.
Wet room with shower, basin and WC.
Dining room with seating for 10, decorative fireplace and views over the harbour.
Superb, spacious sitting room with views across the harbour, two sofas, three armchairs, Smart TV with DVD player and decorative fireplace.
Compact, well-equipped kitchen with dishwasher, under-counter freezer, integrated fridge (in the dining room), double oven, electric hob and microwave. There is a washing machine (no dryer) on the second floor.
Bedroom one with 5’ king size twelve poster bed, side tables, wardrobe, chest of drawers and chair.
SECOND FLOOR
Bedroom two with 4’6” double bed, side tables, chest of drawers, hanging space and decorate fireplace.
Family bathroom with freestanding clawfoot bath, decorative fireplace, basin and WC.
Bedroom three with two 3’ twin beds and charming built-in single box bed (suitable for an adult), side tables, chest of drawers, wardrobe, decorative fireplace and views over the harbour.
Bedroom four with 5' double bed, side tables, wardrobe, chest of drawers, dressing table, armchair, views over the harbour and access to the adjacent family bathroom.
Family bathroom with bath with shower over, decorative fireplace, basin, WC and sea views.
Bedroom five with two 3’ twin beds, chest of drawers, hanging space and decorative fireplace.
Bedrooms two, three and four have interconnecting doors which can be unlocked on request.
OUTSIDE
There is no private outside space dedicated to Merchant’s House but guests are welcome to use the lawned area in front of Gunsgreen House with views across the harbour. There is also a grass area above and to the right of the house which provides a lovely spot to sit and admire the views.
Parking for Merchant’s House is in the car park for Gunsgreen House where there is ample space.
Location
Eyemouth’s High Street has a small range of local shops, including a delicatessen, several fishmongers, an excellent butchers shop and bakery, and two Co-op supermarkets for those everyday essentials.
For eating-out, you can enjoy supremely fresh fish and chips from award winning Giacopazzi’s which sits right across the harbour, or choose from the dizzying choice of ice cream freshly made every day on the premises. Oblo bar and bistro sits on the harbourside for a crisp glass of wine or cosy lunches or suppers watching the comings-and-goings of this busy little fishing port.
Other excellent eateries nearby include the Craw Inn at Auchencrow and the Allanton Inn at Allanton.
Amenities
- Allows babes in armsUp to 12 months.
- Allows children1 - 16 years.
- CotTwo travel cots are available on request. Travel cot bedding is not supplied.
- Dog friendlyTwo well-behaved dogs are welcome (£15 fee per dog). Guests must respect that many of the floor coverings are original and dogs must be kept to the non carpeted areas and out of the bedrooms. Dog crates are preferred.
- HairdryerA hairdryer is supplied in each bedroom.
- HeatingMerchant's House has gas central heating with individual thermostatically controlled radiators.
- HighchairTwo highchairs are available on request.
- Linen & towels providedA combination of hypoallergenic and feather and duck down duvets and pillows are provided.
- Outside space
- Walking distance to a beach (under 1 mile)
- Walking distance to a pub (under 1 mile)
- Wi-FiFibre broadband is available. Mobile coverage is good on most networks.
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Important Information
Guests with small children must be aware that the house has a number of quirky original features, such as the original tea chute, that children may require supervision to enjoy.
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: Pending. The current EPC rating for this property will be available soon.
Arrival time: 4pm
Departure time: 10am
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