Situated just off the central square in the pretty market town of Kelso, The Penthouse at Kelso House is a dog-friendly duplex apartment with numerous attractions and amenities on its doorstep. It lies just moments from the ruins of what was once the mightiest monastery in the Scottish Borders and from The Tweed – one of the finest rivers for trout and salmon fishing in the country, with picturesque banks which are perfect for relaxing dog walks or summer picnics.
Inside, a ground-floor hallway provides ample storage space for coats and outdoor kit. The apartment lies up on the third floor, where you’ll enter into a bright open-plan living area with a comfortable sofa, armchairs, and a TV. The elegant kitchen features smart grey cabinets with eye-catching bronze accents, an induction hob, and a large island with breakfast bar seating. To the side, a circular dining table with seating for four sits beneath a window. Perfect for spending unhurried time together preparing and sharing meals, the space has been thoughtfully designed with laid-back socialising in mind.
A bright shower room sits off the open-plan living area, while the two inviting bedrooms with en suite bathrooms sit up the staircase on the upper floor. The first bedroom features cosy woollen textiles and a super king size bed (which can also be configured as twins) with a russet-coloured headboard and tweed curtains. Large windows fill the room with natural light, keeping it warm and inviting and a modern en suite shower room with a rainforest head shower lies next door. The second bedroom is also fitted with a super king sized bed (which can also be configured to two twins as required), this one has a patterned headboard and a soothing green throw and an en suite with a separate bath and shower, making it a restful place to unwind after a busy day.
Located in the centre of town, The Penthouse at Kelso House has numerous coffee shops, supermarkets, and restaurants within easy reach making it easy to nip out and indulge in a hearty lunch, or to pick up some local goodies for dinner back at the apartment. If local history, rather than local delicacies are more up your street, both the ruins of Kelso Abbey and the impressive – and still inhabited - Floors Castle are a scenic walk from The Penthouse. There are many more fortified towers and ruined abbeys dotted throughout the nearby rolling countryside, though you’ll need a car to access these. Please note that there is no private outside space or designated parking for The Penthouse, however, there is ample free public parking nearby at The Knowes car park which provides easy access to the centre of town as well as to the beauty of the surrounding countryside.
With so much to see and do in Kelso and the wider area, from long peaceful walks to cultural day trips, this retreat is ideally placed for exploring the very best of the Borders. Browse availability in the calendar and book your next escape.
ADDITIONAL ACCOMMODATION
Should you wish to travel in a larger group, The Linen House (sleeps 10) and The Scott Apartment (sleeps 4) sit under the same ownership and are located off the square, just moments away from The Penthouse at Kelso House. The Linen House & Scott Apartment can also be booked as a combined unit (sleeps 14).
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