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Bowden House B&B

4.0 star property
Bed & breakfast with free parking, in the vicinity of Melrose Abbey

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Dining
Hallway
Front of property
Garden
Property entrance

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$333
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov

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Bowden House, Bowden, Melrose, Scotland, TD6 0ST
  • Place, Melrose Abbey
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Dryburgh Abbey
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Abbotsford The Home Of Sir Walter Scott
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Superior Double or Twin Room, Garden View

Superior Double or Twin Room, Garden View

Superior Double or Twin Room, Garden View

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
3 bedrooms
Premium bedding
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, Garden View

3 bedrooms, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, memory-foam beds

Deluxe Double Room, Garden View

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
3 bedrooms
Premium bedding
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Superior Double Room, Garden View (Rococo Room)

Superior Double Room, Garden View (Rococo Room)

Superior Double Room, Garden View (Rococo Room)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
3 bedrooms
Premium bedding
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Melrose

At Bowden House B&B you'll be 4.5 km (2.8 mi) from Melrose Abbey and 5 km (3.1 mi) from Dryburgh Abbey. Highlights at this B&B include in-room free WiFi and furnished balconies. .At the bed & breakfast's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a terrace and a garden. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Places within a 15-minute drive of this 4-property class Melrose B&B include Sir Walter Scott's Courtroom and Abbotsford The Home Of Sir Walter Scott.
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What's nearby

  • Scott's View - 6 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Melrose Abbey - 6 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Dryburgh Abbey - 8 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Abbotsford The Home Of Sir Walter Scott - 9 min drive - 8.8 km
  • Floors Castle - 21 min drive - 22.5 km

Getting around

  • Tweedbank Station - 7 min drive
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tempest Brewing Co - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Ochiltree's Dining - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Kings Arms Hotel - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Quins - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Rhymers Tower Coffee Shop & Restaurant - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Bowden House B&B

Bed & breakfast with free parking, in the vicinity of Melrose Abbey
Bowden House B&B offers its guests a terrace, multilingual staff, and a garden. WiFi is free in public spaces. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Bowden House B&B also features a fireplace in the lobby and a water dispenser. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Melrose bed & breakfast is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 3 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1815
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
Bowden House B&B offers 3 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and complimentary slippers. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Memory foam beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. This Melrose bed & breakfast provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Similar properties

Property grounds

Dryburgh Abbey Hotel

  • Breakfast included
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
4.4 out of 5, Excellent, 827 reviews
The price is NZ$246
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Dryburgh Abbey Hotel

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Separate bedroom

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Multilingual staff
  • No housekeeping service

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 100% renewable energy
  • 2 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Built in 1815
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Memory foam mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • LED lighting
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 5:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts cash
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts cash. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Bowden House B&B?

Bowden House B&B offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Bowden House B&B?

As of 1 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bowden House B&B on 31 Oct 2025 start from NZ$333.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Bowden House B&B?

Yep, Bowden House B&B has a free self car park.

What makes Bowden House B&B a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus memory foam beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Bowden House B&B.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Bowden House B&B?

No, Bowden House B&B does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Bowden House B&B?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Bowden House B&B?

No, pets are not allowed.