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Mellerstain House

Gordon | Berwickshire, TD3 6LG, Scotland
01573 410225
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Mellerstain House
Main house from gardens
Gardens
Clock House
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Ranked #10 of 46 attractions in Scottish Borders
5.0 of 5 stars 2 Reviews
Owner description: Located in the heart of the Scottish Borders, Mellerstain House is one of Scotland's finest stately homes, and home of the 13th Earl of Haddington....... more » Owner description: Located in the heart of the Scottish Borders, Mellerstain House is one of Scotland's finest stately homes, and home of the 13th Earl of Haddington. Built in the 18th century, it is a unique example of William and Robert Adam design, standing proudly in acres of beautiful parkland. Mellerstain House and Art Gallery is open to the public (May - Oct), and available for weddings, private functions and events throughout the year. « less
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John1802
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“Wonderful Robert Adam house.”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed September 29, 2011

I could have spent hours looking round Mellerstain House and grounds. The main rooms have beautiful Robert Adam ceilings and the library is a fine example of his work, yet the place has a homely feel. Set in the Scottish Borders countryside, it is well worth a visit and as there are four floors on view there is plenty to... More

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2togo2010
Bern, Switzerland
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5 reviews
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“Forget Abbotsford - go to Mellerstain!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed September 4, 2011

Mellerstain House is the most beautiful stately home we have seen in Scotland (and we have been there four times by now). With its clear and straightforward architecture, the well preserved, cautiously furnished interiors (with such strange things as a bathroom in the farthest corner in the basement) and the absolutely beautiful grounds is beats Abbotsford and even Paxton House... More

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