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Summer Season 2025 starts at Bowden House B&B!
Soak up the sights and sounds of summer at Bowden House B&B, nestled in the heart of the Scottish Borders. From open-air concerts to world-class festivals, and from tranquil walks to luxury stays, our charming village retreat near Melrose is the perfect base for seasonal adventures. Discover why guests return year after year to explore, unwind, and reconnect with nature.
Uta Varty
Jul 42 min read


A Weekend at the Melrose Sevens: the Historical Scottish Borders Rugby Tournament
Held every April, the Melrose Sevens is a must for every rugby enthusiast. The annual tournament is the oldest Rugby Sevens competition...
Uta Varty
Sep 14, 20232 min read


Unveiling the Hidden Gem: Discovering the Treasures of the Overlooked Scottish Borders
If you’re looking for a destination for your next holiday or getaway that can deliver in many ways, then look no further than the...
Uta Varty
Aug 18, 20234 min read


Bowden House B&B Gourmet Evening - A Feast for the Senses
15th of April 2023 and our first event is only hours away. Our Liechtenstein guest chef Konstanze Hanke flew in 2 days ago and has been...
Uta Varty
Apr 23, 20232 min read


We wish you a lovely Hogmanay
A short summary of 2022: This was a lovely year for us at Bowden House B&B, Melrose. We welcomed back many previous guests and made lots...
Uta Varty
Dec 22, 20222 min read


Autumn Update from your favourite B&B in Melrose :-)
A warm welcome to Fishermen, Workmen and Business Travellers After a long and wonderful summer, autumn is definitely here. Days are...
Uta Varty
Nov 7, 20222 min read


The Life of a Bed and Breakfast Host in Melrose
No wonder that Melrose hotels, bed and breakfasts and guest houses are in high demand and everybody is very eager to please their guests.
Uta Varty
Sep 29, 20222 min read


A Traveler's Guide to the Best Hotels in Melrose, Scotland
From nature to food, the Scottish Borders have so much to offer. Pick your home base with this guide to the best hotels in Melrose, Scotland
Uta Varty
Aug 19, 20222 min read


A Fabulous Easter Hunt and the Battle for the Invincible Egg (“Egg pecking”)
Prepare for this weekend’s Easter activities in the Scottish Borders.
Uta Varty
Apr 15, 20223 min read


Spring 2022 Update & Special Offer from your favourite Bed & Breakfast in Melrose :-)
As a valued guest, we would like to tempt you back to visit our B&B again with a special offer for a break in the Scottish Borders.
Uta Varty
Apr 6, 20223 min read


Your 2021 break starts here and now
Dear all, After a very long year with lots of periods where we were not allowed to welcome guests, we are absolutely over the moon to...
Uta Varty
Apr 24, 20211 min read


Welcome to the new Mahogany Bedroom
Our new, wonderfully refurbished twin bedroom welcomes visitors to Bowden House Boutique B&B.
Uta Varty
Apr 6, 20211 min read


Christmas Thoughts
It is that time of the year again- the weather gets colder but somehow the hearts get warmer and the longing to spend time with good...
Uta Varty
Dec 24, 20202 min read


Happy Days
In the midst of a rather curtailed and difficult season due to the Covid 19 pandemic, we were very pleasantly surprised when this...
Uta Varty
Sep 28, 20201 min read


Light on the horizon
It seems that after almost 2 months of lockdown, we will be able to open our doors again for more lovely guests, come July! The past...
Uta Varty
May 23, 20202 min read


Celebrating our Awards
Bowden House Boutique B&B has just been awarded the "Certificate of Excellence "by TripAdvisor with 85 reviews to date and 83 of them...
Uta Varty
Aug 8, 20191 min read


Welcome to the new Mahogany Bedroom
Sorry for the delay but the weather was a bit iffy to take good pictures of our new, wonderfully refurbished twin bedroom. Pictures say...
Uta Varty
Apr 6, 20191 min read


Happy Valentine's Day
Again the 14th of February and the flower shops, jewellers and chocolatiers are congratulating themselves for successfully transforming...
Uta Varty
Feb 14, 20191 min read


What is behind this door?
Dear friends, After a lot of planning and even more work....we are almost there. This is the door hiding the latest news of #Bowden#House...
Uta Varty
Feb 10, 20191 min read


Don't miss the equine spectacle of the year - Common Ridings 2018 in the Scottish Borders
Every summer the towns of the Scottish Borders stage the Common Ridings, one of the oldest equestrian festivals in the world. The ridings...
Uta Varty
May 30, 20182 min read
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