Mellerstain House
A Georgian-style manor house designed by William Adam and completed by his son Robert, known for its delicate plasterwork ceilings and Italianate terraced gardens.
Mellerstain House was begun by William Adam and completed by his son Robert Adam. It is one of the finest examples of Adam-style interior decoration in Scotland. The library's pastel plaster ceiling is especially exquisite. The house also holds classical furniture and paintings. The Italianate terraced gardens to the south offer views over a lake and the Cheviot Hills. Opening days are limited, usually weekends and some weekdays from May to September, and admission is about £14. Check before you set out. It is about 11 km from Kelso.
Opening hours
Approx. 11:30–17:00 (May–Sep, specific dates only)
Nearby sights
- Smailholm Tower
- Scott's View
- Floors Castle
- Dryburgh Abbey
- Leaderfoot Viaduct & Trimontium
- Kelso Abbey
- Melrose Abbey
- Priorwood Garden