Business Details
Family-Run Guesthouse with Scenic Scottish Borders Views
Established in 1856, our family-run guesthouse offers a unique blend of Victorian heritage and modern comfort in the heart of the Scottish Borders. Nestled beside the River Ettrick, we provide a tranquil retreat for guests seeking scenic beauty and easy access to outdoor activities like golfing, fishing, and walking the Borders Abbeys Way. Our 9 en-suite rooms cater to diverse needs, including family suites with fold-out beds, wheelchair-accessible accommodation, and pet-friendly options with designated garden areas.We pride ourselves on home-cooked meals featuring daily-sourced ingredients, including vegetarian and vegan options, served in our relaxed bar area Monday to Thursday. Complimentary high-speed fibre-optic Wi-Fi ensures connectivity throughout the property, while our dedicated team maintains a strict no-smoking policy for guest comfort. With 167 years of hospitality experience, we combine traditional warmth with contemporary amenities to create memorable stays for leisure and business travellers alike.
Services
Accommodation
Evening meals
Family rooms
Pet-friendly stays
Wheelchair access
High-speed Wi-Fi
Local tourism
Parking
Breakfast service
Event hosting
Highlights and features
- Family-run since 1856 with Victorian charm and modern comforts
- Scenic location beside River Ettrick with Abbeys Way walking access
- Pet-friendly rooms available with dedicated garden spaces
- Home-cooked meals using daily-sourced ingredients
- Wheelchair-accessible ground floor accommodation with safety features
Services
Evening meals
Our home-cooked evening meals feature daily-sourced ingredients with a rotating 'Dish of the Day' served at 6:30pm Monday to Thursday. Vegetarian and vegan options available upon request, with desserts priced separately. Pre-booking is essential to ensure availability.
Pet-friendly accommodation
Six of our nine rooms welcome pets with designated garden areas and clear guidelines. A 10 supplement per pet applies, with restrictions on furniture access and unsupervised stays to maintain cleanliness and safety standards.
Wheelchair-accessible rooms
Our ground-floor accessible room features roll-in showers, mobility support rails, and super-king bedding configurations. Designed for comfort with garden views while maintaining separation from pet-friendly areas for hygiene purposes.
Family accommodation
Spacious family rooms with optional fold-out beds cater to multi-generational groups. Located in quiet areas with garden or valley views, these rooms provide flexible sleeping arrangements while maintaining easy access to breakfast and parking facilities.
High-speed internet
Fibre-optic broadband with dedicated access points ensures reliable connectivity throughout the property. This service supports remote work requirements while maintaining network security and performance consistency across guest devices.
Questions
What are your check-in and check-out times?
Standard check-in is 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM. Early check-in from 12:00 PM available for £25 with prior arrangement. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.
Can I bring my pet to the hotel?
Six rooms welcome pets at £10 supplement per stay. Pets must be declared at booking, with restrictions on furniture access and unsupervised stays. Designated outdoor areas available.
Are evening meals available for non-residents?
Our 'Dish of the Day' and desserts are exclusively for overnight guests. Meals must be pre-booked by 9:00 PM the previous day for 6:30 PM service Monday-Thursday.
Is the property accessible for wheelchair users?
We have one ground-floor accessible room with roll-in shower and mobility support rails. This room cannot accommodate pets for hygiene reasons.
What local attractions are nearby?
We're adjacent to River Ettrick and the Borders Abbeys Way walking route. Nearby attractions include historic Selkirk town, golf courses, and fishing locations within the Scottish Borders region.
Reviews (4)
Patricia Dobson
Jun 17, 2022
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Lovely hotel x rooms clean and warm x full English breakfast and evening meals Monday to Friday x plenty of free parking x owners very pleasant
Clare Griffiths
Apr 21, 2022
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The hotel was out of the town. The town has very little in way of shops or anywhere to eat. Owners supplied a delicious evening meal, dish of the day only. Breakfast well cooked and plentiful. Beautiful old building. Room big enough and clean. Nice people.
Stephen Roy Turvey
Dec 12, 2021
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Residents only in bar, can't think why does not have a full on license, in a good catchment area, no other bars nearby, could be made into a nice little locals bar, but I am sure the owners know what they are doing.
Nev Slee
Aug 27, 2021
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A lovely place to lay your head after a long days walking, very nice polite and ever so helpful staff. The full Scottish breakfast is a must it was fabulous and served by the most wonderful of people you could ever wish to meet.
