Harmony House - Harmony Gardens

ID: S810742

  • Bedrooms 8
  • ・ Sleeps 15
  • ・ Pets 2

About this property

An eclectic mix of period detail with contemporary comfort, Harmony House is a 19th century eight-bedroom dwelling, lying within the peaceful National Trust for Scotland-owned Harmony Garden in Melrose. This elegant abode is perfect for bringing everyone together for a trip to the Scottish Borders, with plenty of country walks, riverside rambles and local history to delight in. Seek comfort within the opulent drawing room, taking a seat on one of the beautiful sofas and turning on the CD player for some ambience while you admire the original features, such as the feature open fire. For a family celebration, make use of the impressive dining room, the long table offering a seat for every guest, with food being prepared in the kitchen with the use of the excellent range of appliances. Enjoy a relaxing afternoon within the sitting room/library, with a wondrous choice of books to choose from, as well as a TV in here. An external outbuilding holds the laundry facilities and a drying area, as well as the house having its own private garden and patio area reserved just for guests. Feature fireplaces, ornate furnishings, wrought-iron bed frames and polished floorboards all feature throughout the eight elegant bedrooms, set over the first and second floors, reached via the beautiful spiral staircase. On the first floor you can choose from two double bedrooms, with one boasting en-suite facilities, two twin rooms and a single bedroom, whilst up on the second floor lies two double rooms with smaller double beds, one is 6x4ft and the other is 5ft 8” x 3ft 10” and two more twin rooms, providing everyone with a tranquil place to rest. On waking, you can step into a refreshing shower within the shower room, or take a relaxing soak in the tub in the bathroom. Delight in picturesque views from the large windows of Harmony Garden below, as well as being within strolling distance of the amenities of Melrose. Bring the whole family together in the beautiful Harmony House for a Scottish Borders adventure. Note: This property can be booked with Refs. 1060385, 1060394, together sleeping 21 guests.

Nestled within the beautiful region of the Scottish Borders, surrounded by countryside, is the idyllic and quaint town of Melrose. Presenting a fabulous place to base a trip thanks to the array of attractions within reach, Melrose offers everything you need for a self-catered stay including local shops, bakeries, butchers, as well as pubs and restaurants to visit. Enjoy walks from the town centre along St Cuthberts Way, explore the gardens of Harmony and Priorwood and take day trips out to Jedburgh, or even the coastal town of Berwick-upon-Tweed across the border.

Accommodation

Over three floors.

Eight bedrooms: 1 x double with en-suite, 1 x double, 1 x second-floor double, 2 x twin, 2 x second-floor twin, 1 x single.

Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.

Shower room with shower, basin and WC.

Cloakroom with basin and WC.

Kitchen.

External utility and drying room.

Dining room.

Sitting room/library.

Drawing room

Gas central heating.

Electric range cooker with gas hob, microwave, fridge, washer/dryer, dishwasher.

TV, DVD player, CD player and WiFi.

Fuel and power included in rent.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

Travel cot and highchair available.

Off-road parking for four cars.

Enclosed private garden with table and chairs and use of Harmony Garden after it is closed to the public.

Two well-behaved dogs welcome.

Sorry, no smoking.

Shop and pub 0.2 miles.

Note: This property is over 200 years old with very thick walls which does mean that the wifi signal can be a bit intermittent.

Note: When travelling between Harmony House and the guests' private garden dogs must be kept on a lead.

Note: The three properties within the group Harmony Cottages are not directly next door to each other, but all rest within 0.2 miles of each other.

Note: Please could we remind you that smoking is not permitted in this property and candles or any naked flame/fireplaces should not be used.

Note: Please refrain from any external activities after 11pm or before 8am to avoid noise pollution and be respectful of neighbouring residents.

Note: The opening times, visitor facilities and entry prices of all National Trust for Scotland properties and attractions can be viewed on their website hereNote: Unfortunately, The National Trust for Scotland do not permit BBQ's on their properties - due to fire risk.Note: Seasonal fruit and vegetables, grown in Harmony Garden, when available, from Priorwood Gardens on a Danish trolley

Nearby points of interest

  • Abbotsford
  • Smailholm Tower
  • Mellerstain House and Gardens
  • Kelso Abbey
  • Halliwell's House Museum
  • Borders Distillery
  • Borders Textile Towerhouse
  • Hawick Museum
  • Haining Loch

Reviews (18)

  • Granton

    The two beautifully decorated Christmas Trees and welcome gifts of Mulled wine and mince pies set the mood for our stay. It was a privilege to stay in such a beautifull example of Georgian architecture and the perfect setting for our family to be under the same roof at such a special time of the year. The only drawback was the oven, it was very unreliable and made cooking for 12 on Christmas Day a challenge. That being said, we would recommend Harmony House and the charming town of Melrose to anyone looking for a special family holiday.

  • Christopher

    Areas which would improve any subsequent stay: 1. Parking for 4 cars in the rear courtyard is cramped. The whole Harmony House experience would be greatly improved by allowing guests to park at the front with a key for the main entrance gate, requesting that guests keep the gate locked outside public access hours. 2. I'm sure a larger TV would be appreciated by the size of groups typically occupying Harmony House. 3. The creation of a downstairs cloakroom, ideally with a drying room, on the ground or basement floor would enhance the property, as would the conversion of the 2 single bedrooms into bathrooms. 4. Photos of the floor plans would assist potential guests in understanding what is a complex accommodation layout.

  • Helen

    The garden and house are both beautiful and comfortable. Unfortunately there is no toilet at the basement or ground floor level so you have to climb a flight of stairs - not ideal for elderly or children or anyone with a mobility issue

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