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About this property

Comfortable Accommodation: The Toll House in Melrose offers a cosy holiday home with one bedroom and a walk-in shower. Guests enjoy a fully equipped kitchen, washing machine, and free WiFi throughout the property. Outdoor Spaces: A spacious garden provides a relaxing retreat, while the seating area offers a comfortable spot to unwind. The property includes a dining area and a cosy sofa, perfect for unwinding after a day of exploration. Convenient Location: Located 70 km from Edinburgh Airport and 44 km from Dalhousie Castle, The Toll House is highly rated for its central location. Guests appreciate the convenience for city trips and the proximity to local attractions. Local Activities: The surrounding area offers golfing and cycling opportunities, providing ample activities for outdoor enthusiasts.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.6 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Sykes Cottages
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Property highlights

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.4)


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1 double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Joyce
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Very central location, within walking distance of the Abbey, shops and restaurants. Very clean and comfortable, had everything I needed. Owners very responsive.
  • George
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Well equipped,clean and comfortable accommodation in a good central location with off street parking nearby.
  • Derek
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Very central for everything, had all things required for our stay. Free parking within 20m of property. Clean & tidy, Easy access all on ground floor. Lovely walks for our dog.
  • Thomas
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    We liked everything really. Location great plenty to do. Very clean and comfortable. Great value too.
  • Stuart
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Lovely comfortable flat. Very clean and fully equipped. Comfortable bed. Great shower. Would definitely book again.
  • Jane
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    We had to be in Scotland over 2 weekends so the Toll House was just right for us. Melrose is a pretty town with lots of interesting shops, an excellent museum, and a wonderful (ruined) Abbey. Plenty of places to eat out or takeaway, and lots of...
  • Michele
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Fabulous central location. Very well equipped. Warm and cosy. Very comfortable.
  • Krisztina
    Hungary Hungary
    The house was exactly like it is in the pictures, it's stylish, comfortable and immaculately clean. Since the weather was very wet during my stay, and everything was muddy, I was very happy about the washing machine. The house is a little cold but...
  • Claire
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Clean and comfortable with all that you needed for a home from home
  • Maxine
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    It was clean, comfortable & had everything you needed. Great location for being central. Check in & out was smooth.

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Managed by Sykes Holiday Cottages

Company review score: 9Based on 92,242 reviews from 20904 properties
20904 managed properties

Company information

Sykes Holiday Cottages is an independent holiday cottage rental agency, with the finest selection of holidays across the UK and Ireland. Whether it’s a family-friendly holiday, a pet-friendly holiday or an activity and adventure-filled holiday, find your ideal UK break with Sykes Holiday Cottages. Our sister brands include Abersoch Quality Homes, Best of Suffolk, Carbis Bay Holidays, Character Cottages, Coast and Country Cottages, Coast and Country Holidays, Cornish Cottage Holidays, Dream Cottages, Heart of the Lakes, Helpful Holidays, Hideaways, Hogans Irish Cottages, John Bray, Lakes Cottage Holidays, Lake District Lodge Holidays, Lakelovers, Manor Cottages, Menai Holidays, Northumbria Coast & Country, Welsh Coast and Country Holidays and Yorkshire Coastal Cottages, and our family extends as far as Bachcare in New Zealand.

Property information

Please Note: December 2025, property can only accept a 7 night booking from 22nd - 29th December. The living areas in the property consist of a kitchen with an electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine and a living/dining room with dining seating for two and Smart TV. There is a double bedroom and a shower room. Outside there is a shared enclosed courtyard with furniture and off-road parking in the nearby car park, roadside parking is also available. Within 0.1 miles you will find a shop and pub, and please note that this is a non-smoking property. WiFi, fuel, power, bed linen and towels are all included in the price. One well-behaved dog is welcome. Whisk your loved one away for a romantic getaway at The Toll House. Note: this property will only accept five or more night bookings over the weekend of the 8th of April. Note: over the weekend of the 8th of April there is an event which causes the town to become very busy and very loud, please call us if you require further The property has a minimum of a 3 night stay Note: The property has a minimum of a 3 night stay

Neighbourhood information

At the confluence of the River Tweed and the boundary between Scotland and England, Melrose is a charming and peaceful village. It's a lovely place to begin your exploration of Scotland's natural beauty, surrounded by acres of rolling farmland. It's easy to see why this gorgeous town has become a popular destination for self-catering vacationers, which includes a huge grocery, a charming cafe, and a limited selection of traditional country pubs and restaurants.

Language spoken

English

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House rules

The Toll House takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Cards accepted at this property
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

One well behaved dog welcome

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.