Guests say
Wallace House in Innerleithen is a charming and homely cottage, ideal for large groups seeking a comfortable stay. Guests have praised its lovely garden, atmospheric rooms, and the warmth of both the house and the host. The property's location offers stunning countryside and activities, making it a hit for family celebrations and relaxing breaks.
The reviews suggest high standards of cleanliness with mentions of excellent housekeeping and quality bedding and towels. No negative comments on cleanliness were noted.
The location is highly praised for its beauty and the variety of activities available in the surrounding countryside, making it an attractive feature of the property.
Comfort is frequently mentioned, with guests finding the house homely and the beds lovely. The presence of multiple bathrooms and showers also contributes to the comfort level.
Facilities are generally good, with a well-equipped kitchen and fun things to do within the house. However, some guests noted that parts of the property could benefit from repairs and upgrades.
While guests have expressed satisfaction with the housekeeping and amenities, there is no mention of gifts or special touches that would indicate thoughtfulness. Therefore, this category cannot be scored.
About this property
On offer is this elegant Georgian country house, which is set above a sloped lawn, surrounded by trees, with an open view across the Tweed valley. With a formal appearance from the outside and a relaxed air within, this holiday house was renovated and refurbished in 2016. When entering by the front door, it opens out to a grand hall which presents a mix of antique furniture and modern art, and this eclectic theme carries on throughout the whole house. The two front rooms are the main reception rooms, with an L-shaped drawing room and a classic dining room. To the rear is the country style kitchen and utility room, which can be accessed by a side door, making it more convenient for kitchen access with food shopping.
With ramp access to the side of the house, there is a wheelchair friendly ground floor bedroom, with nearby accessible shower room. The rest of the accommodation is markedly distinct. On the first floor to the front of the house are the 4 main bedrooms; to the rear on the first floor are bedrooms that are classified as the 2 maid’s bedrooms; and on the second floor are the two attic bedrooms, which make a good family suite. This is a pet-friendly holiday house and dogs are allowed access at ground floor level. The private grounds make a great space to relax in, whilst facilities are made available at nearby Traquair House for all residents. This is a holiday house that is ideal for family holidays, get-togethers and weekends away, to enjoy the Scottish Borders, as well as taking advantage of being only 26 miles from Edinburgh.
The drawing-room, with an open fire and views to the front, is a large expansive L-shaped room, with a selection of comfortable sofas and chairs for your group to relax in. Split into two areas, with a formal section to the front and a more relaxed sitting room style section to the rear. The drawing room section has more traditional pictures of family portraits whilst the sitting room has modern art on show. Where better than the drawing-room to enjoy the local Traquair Ale in comfort and style. Within the sitting room, there is also a baby grand piano for those who wish to tinkle away at the ivories, as well as a TV with Freeview connection. A cloakroom is off the main hall.
The front-facing dining room, adorned with bold modern art pictures, houses a dining table that seats 12 people around it. For those with larger numbers to seat, then an additional table can be added at the side of the room to house a further 4 people, allowing for 16 people to be seated in the dining room. The kitchen is located to the rear of the house and is an unmodernised rustic country style kitchen, with original flagstone flooring, a dresser and a pine table and chairs, which seats 8 people. An oil-fired AGA and a traditional electric oven are available to cater to the group. Next door is the practical utility room with dishwasher and washing machine, with access to a small garden to the rear.
Situated within 2 acres of private grounds in a rural location accessed by a drive, surrounded by woodlands and a nearby farm, makes this a fabulous rural base when staying in the Scottish Borders. The grounds include a sloped lawn and an open view across the Tweed valley. A discount package is available for nearby Traquair House. Free entry and access to it's grounds.
Located 30 miles south of Edinburgh airport, this is an ideal venue to enjoy the Scottish Borders and Edinburgh. Innerleithen is a few miles away offering some general stores and shops. For supermarkets, then nearby Peebles or Galashiels have major supermarkets who deliver. There are many golf courses in the locality, including Innerleithen, Cardrona and at Melrose. Fishing is available on the River Tweed. Glentress Forest offers a mountain biking centre. For sight-seeing, the historical Abbotsford House and Melrose Abbey are both well worth a visit.
Accommodation
The House
For a fun-filled family holiday for a week or for a short break with a large group of friends, this holiday house south of Edinburgh in the Scottish Borders, ticks all the boxes. On offer is this elegant Georgian country house, which is set above a sloped lawn, surrounded by trees, with an open view across the Tweed valley.
Ground Floor
- Drawing room with open fire and comfortable sofas
- Sitting room with baby grand piano, freeview TV and comfortable sofas
- Cloakroom in the main hall
- Front facing dining room for 12 people
- Country style kitchen with breakfast area for 8 people, oil-fired AGA and a traditional electric
- Utility room with washing machine, dishwasher and access to a small garden
- Bedroom with kingsize bed, with en-suite w.c, shared shower room, with easy access shower unit, w.c and wash hand basin. (An external ramp to a separate door to this area of the house allows easy access)
First Floor
- Bedroom with Four Poster bed and front view; shared bathroom, with bath with shower over, w.c and wash hand basin
- Bedroom with super king size bed or twin-with front view
- Bedroom with king size bed; shared shower room, with shower cabinet, w.c and wash hand basin
- Bedroom with two king size beds, with shared access to the bathroom next door, via steps
- Shared bathroom, with bath only, separate shower cabinet, w.c and wash hand basin
- Bedroom with two king size beds, with adjoining door to bedroom next door -
- Bedroom with two king size beds, with en-suite w.c, with w.c and wash hand basin, adjoining door to bedroom next door, and separate stair access to floor below
Top Floor
- Bedroom with two single beds and a TV
- Bedroom with two smaller single beds for children
- Shared bathroom, with bath only, w.c and wash hand basin
Exterior Grounds
- 2 acres of private grounds
- Large lawn area
- Outdoor dining
- Small garden
- Garden furniture
- Private parking
- Barbecue
Additional Facilities
- Wi-Fi connection
- Central heating
- Freeview TV
- Microwave
Reviews (7)
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Gillian S.
Lovely house and surroundings. Everything you could need for a relaxing break. Super bedding and towels provided. Housekeeping excellent.
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Sophy
Wallace House was a fantastic place to celebrate my 60th birthday with 17 members of my family. We had a fabulous week, with incredible weather. The house was both grand and comfortable, with lovely antique furniture and a well equipped kitchen. The huge bathroom with Guernica on the wall was especially popular! The surrounding countryside was stunning and we had great walks up Minch Moor and around Loch Skeen and Grey Mares tail horse shoe. We cycled and fished along the Tweed valley and also visited Dryburgh Abbey. The tea room and grounds of Traquair House were definitely worth a visit. Catherine, the owner, Elaine the house keeper, and Olivers travels were all very helpful.
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Elsa Matthews
We loved the house, it is a little rickety in places but it is an older, atmospheric property. Rooms and beds lovely, large aga and comfy kitchen, and lovely lounge with coal fire. Dog friendly and large and lovely garden especially if you get good weather. Accessible and helpful host, we had a couple of glitches to begin with which were dealt with and fixed promptly. This is a lovely big house which we felt was homely and comfortable, and great for a large group. Definitely recommend as good value, warm and comfortable large house.