Summary - ALLERLY LODGE, MELROSE, GATTONSIDE TD6 9LT
- Six-bedroom Georgian main house with extensive original period features
- Approximately 8.5 acres with paddocks, orchard, and kitchen garden
- Separate three-bedroom lodge with independent access (approx. 1,038 sq ft)
- Swimming pool, full-size tennis court, studio/office and traditional stables
- Large outbuildings: garaging, workshops, stores; good equestrian setup
- Significant running/maintenance costs; property of substantial scale
- Slow fixed broadband despite excellent mobile signal
- Council tax very expensive; lodge/let subject to planning consent
Allerly House is a substantial, classically proportioned Georgian family home set within c.8.5 acres just a short walk from Melrose. Built in 1842, the house retains original features—high ceilings, tall sash windows, decorative mouldings and fine fireplaces—arranged around a grand reception hall and cantilevered staircase. The principal suite enjoys dressing room and en‑suite; six bedrooms are supported by a mix of reception rooms including drawing room, library, study and games room.
The grounds are a principal asset: formal lawns, orchard, kitchen garden, paddocks and a south-facing elevated swimming pool with far-reaching views. Equestrian use is well supported by paddocks, field shelters and a courtyard of traditional stables; outbuildings include garaging, workshops, stores and a studio/office converted from an old barn. A separate three‑bedroom lodge with independent access (approx. 1,038 sq ft) offers guest, staff or holiday-let potential subject to consent.
Practical points to note: the house is large (approx. 5,208 sq ft, c.76 rooms overall) and will carry corresponding maintenance and running costs. Council tax is described as very expensive. Broadband speeds are slow despite excellent mobile signal, and any commercial use of the lodge or outbuildings would require planning consents. The property is freehold and not at flood risk.
This is an appealing holding for a family seeking a landmark Border house with equestrian and leisure facilities, or for a buyer able to manage and invest in a large period estate. The location provides rural privacy yet remains within easy walking distance of Melrose’s amenities and schooling options, and about an hour by rail to Edinburgh from nearby Tweedbank.
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