Guests say
Montrose Apartment in Selkirk is praised for its spaciousness, cleanliness, and well-equipped facilities, making it an excellent base for exploring the Borders. Guests appreciate the homely feel, thoughtful touches, and convenient location near shops and walking routes. Some mention traffic noise, parking challenges, and occasional clutter, but overall, the apartment offers a comfortable and welcoming stay with many amenities.
Multiple guests highlight the apartment's high standard of cleanliness, noting it was thoroughly cleaned and disinfected on arrival. Only one review mentions a strong smell from outside, but this does not reflect the internal cleanliness.
The location is frequently described as ideal for exploring Selkirk and the Borders, with easy access to local amenities and walks. Some guests note traffic noise and parking can be tricky, but overall the setting is considered convenient.
Guests generally find the apartment comfortable, with cosy beds and a homely atmosphere. Some mention noise from traffic and a desire for a more comfortable sofa, but the overall comfort level is high.
The apartment is well-equipped with extensive kitchen utensils, clear instructions, and useful amenities like heated towel rails. A few guests mention clutter in the kitchen and limited worktop space, but most find the facilities more than adequate.
Several guests mention thoughtful touches such as welcome champagne, shortbread, and Christmas decorations. However, as these gifts are not guaranteed for every stay, future guests should not expect them as standard.
About this property
In the heart of the Scottish Borders and nestled close to the market square in The Royal and Ancient Burgh of Selkirk, the apartment makes a great place to spend a few days or extended break while exploring this fabulous and intriguing part of Scotland.
Selkirk itself has a fascinating history going back to William Wallace and more recently links with Sir Walter Scott. The other Borders Towns are close by including Galashiels, Hawick, Melrose and Jedburgh, while Edinburgh itself is only a 40 minute drive or pleasant train ride on the recently reopened Borders Railway. Montrose House is so called because the Earl and Marquis of Montrose stayed here just before the Battle of Philiphaugh in 1645. He was known to be a brave and proven General but was nonetheless heavily defeated with huge loss of life, although he himself survived. There is a commemorative plaque of his stay on the wall of the apartment.
The nearby Philiphaugh Estate has various trails and riverside footpaths along the Ettrick Water. One of the trails leads to the battlefield so you can imagine the scene of 5,500 men in the desperate struggle between the Covenanters and Royalists. The Estate offers more peaceful attractions as well which include a nice tearoom close to the Salmon Viewing Centre
Sir Walter Scott best known as a writer, also served as Sheriff for 33 years and his legal connections should not be forgotten. The court house that he presided over is open to the public and only a short walk from the apartment and main town square. Walter Scott's life and times can be further explored at nearby Abbotsford house. The beautiful stately home of Bowhill House is not to be missed, only 3 miles from the town. The house is set in superb grounds with access to woodland walks to suit all and younger generations will have a whale of a time enjoying organised orienteering package and amazing adventure playground- ideal for children of any age and big kids too!
The wonderful Borders scenery provides a super backdrop to lots of outdoor pursuits including golf, mountain biking, fishing on renowned rivers and lochs or following peaceful footpaths through the countryside.
Post code TD7 4DG
STL Licence: SB-00186-F
EPC: E
Damage Deposit £150
Montrose Apartment accepts bookings with an any day arrival for any number of nights throughout the year
Accommodation for three over 2 floors: Double bedroom; Single attic bedroom (with restricted head room) ; Sitting room; Kitchen; Dining Room; Cloakroom; Shower room.
Services: Electricity & Heating included * Linen & Towels provided * Fridge/Freezer * Washing Machine * Air drier * TV with DVD player * CD player * wifi * Travel Cot * 2 Dogs welcome (Additional charges apply).
On street parking in Market place (short stroll from the property).
Reviews (12)
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Gayle Hough
Great place clean, lots of room. Everything you need.
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Confirmed Guest
Quirky house in a great location. Once the heating was on, the property soon warmed up and the beds were comfortable. Do be prepared to sift through a comical amount of clutter to find anything you need - most notably in the kitchen where there is no space to put any of your own food as it is full of 15 years of kitchen gadgets (which could do with PAT testing being updated)! Worth noting that there is single glazing, so you need to run the heating a lot of the time and roadworks outside are very noisy inside. A comfortable sofa would also be nice! Not all negative as it has everything you need and there has been an effort to make it cozy with heated matrasses and plenty blankets. The heated towel rails, airer and fan were great for drying clothes and there was no lack of space with the many rooms!
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Susan Crundall
Montrose Apartment is a great place to stay when visiting the Borders area. The apartment had everything we needed, is clean and comfortable, and is a great base to start one of the many walks around Selkirk.