Retreat to Nature
Nestled in the heart of the Scottish Borders just two miles from Melrose on the banks of the River Tweed the historic Old Melrose Estate is a peaceful and secluded riverside retreat teeming with nature and wildlife. Our dog friendly cottages, tearooms and woodland walks allow you to connect with nature whilst following in the footsteps of the monks who first settled here in 640AD. Come and explore an Estate focused on working with nature to build a more sustainable future.
Stay
Retreat to one of our four luxurious holiday cottages and take time out to relax whilst reconnecting with nature.
Estate
Stunning woodland walks and riverside views coupled with an abundance of wildlife make Old Melrose Estate a nature lovers paradise.
Explore
Follow in the footsteps of St Cuthbert and the Old Melrose Monks as you experience all the wonders that Old Melrose Estate and the Scottish Borders have to offer.
Comments from our visitors
"The whole Estate is very well looked after, extremely picturesque and there are some fantastic walks to be had, either along the River Tweed or through woodland, or both"
A.H
"Old Melrose Estate is such a special, peaceful and restful place. Couldn’t ask for more"
Jeanette & Dave R
"Blissful. The silence is broken only by the sound of water, wind and birdsong. The Tweed, surrounded by trees, blows away pressures of the mind with its tranquility"
Brian & Vi S
"Wow, what an amazing, spectacular location, if you want secluded, beautiful and quiet surroundings, this is where you want to be"
J.F
"On the Estate there are so many paths to take and lovely strolls out through the trees or along the river"
T.C
"Old Melrose is a spectacular spot with wonderful walks. Herons, Buzzard, Deer, tree creepers all around us. Coffee at the Tearoom which is worth a visit"
Fred & Elaine C
"Remarkable in so many ways. Unique!"
Lisa & Paddy B
"Loved being surrounded by nature and the walks along the river – such peace and relaxation"
Amelia & Gary R
"The Estate and Walks are brilliant and the river lovely"
Carl & Sue T
"The Estate is an oasis of peace and tranquility. A beautiful environment to savour and enjoy"
Andy & Lesley H
"Once we exhausted ourselves, we found great tea and cake in the Old Melrose tea-rooms half-way along the drive"
H.K
"The Estate is stunning to explore and teaming with wildlife"
Corrinna & Jay H
"Thank you William and Frankie for hosting us and for sharing your lovely Estate"
Barry G
"There are fantastic walks to be had on the Estate. Once we exhausted ourselves, we found great tea and cake in the Old Melrose tea-rooms half-way along the drive"
F.V
