Historic Houses in Scottish Borders

Set out below are Historic houses in Scottish Borders, including Abbotsford. Our selection of Historic houses feature some unique architecture, unrivalled decor and interiors, many with glorious gardens and grounds.

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Abbotsford

Melrose, Scottish Borders
The garden and landscape of Abbotsford are the creation of Sir Walter Scott, and were developed from scratch between 1811 and 1825. The landscape composition is... more

Bowhill House & Country Estate

Bowhill, Selkirk, Scottish Borders
Bowhill House is the Scottish Borders home of the Duke and Duchess of Buccleuch, dating from 1812, set in magnificent scenery. Outstanding collections of art, silverware,... more

Manderston

Duns, Scottish Borders
Originally built in 1790s, Manderston was completely rebuilt in the early 1900s by John Kinross, for Sir James Miller. No expense was spared and no detail... more

Mellerstain House

Gordon, Scottish Borders
Mellerstain House is a Georgian house which was begun in 1725 by William Adam and completed several years later by his son Robert, and it is... more

Paxton House, Gallery and Country Park

Berwick-upon-Tweed, Scottish Borders
Paxton House is one of the finest 18th century Palladian country houses in Britain, built to the design of John Adam with a Regency extension by... more

Traquair House

Innerleithen, Scottish Borders
Traquair House, originally a castle owned by the Kings of Scotland, later became the home of the Earls of Traquair whose descendants still live there. It... more