Harmony House - Harmony Gardens
ID: S810742
- Bedrooms 8
- ・ Sleeps 15
- ・ Pets 2
Guests say
Harmony House in Melrose is praised for its beautiful gardens, stunning views, and spacious, well-equipped kitchen. Guests appreciate the property's character, cleanliness, and the peaceful environment it offers. While some guests mention issues with bed sizes and bathroom facilities, the house's charm and location contribute to a generally enjoyable stay.
Reviews consistently mention that the property is clean and tidy, with guests expressing delight at the cleanliness upon arrival. The property's upkeep in terms of hygiene appears to be of a high standard.
The location is highly praised for its proximity to Melrose and the surrounding countryside, offering both convenience and a sense of seclusion. The views of the Eildons and Melrose Abbey add to the appeal, making the location exceptional.
The house is generally found to be comfortable with quality furniture and a well-stocked kitchen. However, guests have noted that the beds, particularly the doubles, are small and uncomfortable for taller individuals, affecting the overall comfort level.
Facilities such as the kitchen and communal spaces are well-received, but there are recurring comments about the need for better bathroom facilities and more showers. Issues with the oven and dishwasher have been noted, suggesting room for improvement in maintenance.
While guests have mentioned welcome gifts during their stay, such as decorated Christmas trees and shortbread, there is not enough consistent information across reviews to accurately assess the level of thoughtfulness as a standard offering. Therefore, it should be noted that such gestures, while appreciated, may not be guaranteed.
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. 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, grill, one main oven compartment and side warming oven.
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.
When travelling between Harmony House and the guests' private garden dogs must be kept on a lead.
Sunday arrivals are not permitted.
The opening times, visitor facilities and entry prices of all National Trust for Scotland properties and attractions can be viewed on their website here
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 (23)
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Carolyn
One suggestion would be a reactive light at the back door would help with access to the key safe and safety in the courtyard. Check in of 5pm was quite late to get in and organised and prepare a meal for 15. Check out at 9.30 is also early to prepare breakfast and tidy up for 15 folk, strip beds and wash everything up. We had a fantastic time however, great location and have already recommended to friends.
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Helen
We do our own cooking so the revamp of the kitchen was much appreciated (problem with one oven but understand this is to be repaired). We are particularly fond of sitting in the very large garden but felt it could do with a tidy-up. There are only 3 gardeners(if I lived closer I would happily volunteer to help). I will be making a booking for next year
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Myra
The house is superb with quality furniture, decoration and fittings. The kitchen and dining room are very well equipped with everything you could need. The only problem we had is that there are no toilets on the ground floor which made it a bit tricky for anyone who is elderly or infirm. We all managed though but just a wee warning to anyone else planning a stay there. The grounds are beautiful with a lovely private garden which can be used when the rest of the gardens are open to the public.