The Scott Apartment
A stylishly restored Grade II listed townhouse apartment set just off Kelso's continental-style square.
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, this impressive townhouse has been sensitively restored and redeveloped to create the sumptuous Scott Apartment.
Stepping into the freshly completed two-storey apartment, you’ll be instantly struck by its sense of space and bold contemporary design. 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. Encompassing a dining table for two and ample seating for guests and their friends, the property’s modern design is complemented by equally current technology with superfast fibre broadband and Smart TVs.
Set on the second floor, the spacious bedroom features a super king bed (which can be configured as a twin upon request) and a palatial en suite bathroom with a slipper bathtub and walk-in shower with a rainfall showerhead.
The Scott Apartment adjoins The Linen House, sleeping up to 10 guests, via a lockable interconnecting door. The Linen House & Scott Apartment can be booked as a combined unit, sleeping up to 14 guests.
Special Offers
Up to 10% discount for holidays taken between 01 Nov 2024 and 28 Feb 2025 minimum of 3 nights maximum of 3 nights
Up to 15% discount for holidays taken between 01 Nov 2024 and 28 Feb 2025 minimum of 4 nights maximum of 28 nights
Property Layout
GROUND FLOOR
Access from the street with inner hall and hanging rail for outdoor gear and a large chest freezer.
Staircase to the first floor leading to the main apartment.
FIRST FLOOR
Open-plan living space comprising:
Sitting room with two sofas (one converts to a double 5' pocket-sprung sofa bed, which is available at an additional charge of £75 per stay), armchair, footstool, coffee table, Smart TV.
Contemporary kitchen with electric oven, grill, ceramic hob, fridge/freezer, washing machine, full size dishwasher. Small Dining table with seating for two.
Staircase leading to the second floor.
SECOND FLOOR
The Scott bedroom 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 Scott Apartments sits 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 babes in arms (up to 12 months)
- Allows children (1 - 16 years)
- CotA travel cot is available on request. Travel cot bedding is not supplied.
- Dog friendlyOne dog is welcome (£30 fee). Dogs should be clean and dry before access into the property and otherwise kept out of the bedroom and off the furniture.
- HairdryerA hairdryer is provided.
- HeatingThere is underfloor heating in the kitchen and bathroom. Otherwise, there is electric heating throughout.
- Highchair
- Linen & towels providedThe bedroom features a hotel-quality Sealy Posturepedic mattress and Egyptian cotton bed linen. Towels are provided along with a full range of guest toiletries from The Scottish Fine Soaps Company brand, Au Lait.
- Walking distance to a pub (under 1 mile)
- Wi-FiWi-Fi is provided with high speeds. Mobile reception is good.
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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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