Experience the Scottish Borders — Your Way
Historic Holiday House
Book a stay in our historic holiday house, enjoy world-class salmon fishing on the River Tweed, or do both. At Bemersyde, heritage, tranquillity, and nature come together to create a place unlike any other.
Bemersyde House
Stay at Bemersyde House
A 16th-century country house set above the River Tweed, Bemersyde House sleeps up to 23 guests in comfort and quiet grandeur. Whether you’re gathering generations for a family celebration, marking a milestone birthday, or planning a quiet escape, , the house ensures total privacy and time to fully unwind.
· 11 bedrooms across Main House and East Wing
· Drawing rooms, tower suite, games room, study
· Walled garden, croquet lawn, and riverside walks
· Self-catered with optional chef and catering support
· Easy access to Melrose, Abbotsford, and Edinburgh
West Cottage
Discover West Cottage
Tucked into a peaceful corner of the estate, West Cottage offers a relaxed base for smaller groups, couples, or solo travellers. With a log-burning stove, enclosed garden, and access to woodland walks, it’s a peaceful base to recharge, write, or simply slow down.
Private Salmon Fishing
Salmon Fishing at Bemersyde
The Bemersyde Beat is a renowned stretch of the River Tweed — a one-mile loop of double-bank fishing beneath Scott’s View. Whether you’re a seasoned angler or a curious beginner, our resident ghillie Ian Farr will guide you through an unforgettable day on the water.
· 1-mile beat, 2/3 double-bank, deep pools and fly water
· Heated fishing hut, BBQ, and private river access
· September to November daily rods via FishPal
· Syndicate available February to early September
· Non-residents welcome
Things to Do
Whether you’re staying close to home or venturing out across the Borders, Bemersyde offers both on-the-doorstep experiences and easy access to the region’s highlights.
On the Estate:
· Private salmon fishing on the Bemersyde Beat (with ghillie)
· Woodland walks to Scott’s View and the Wallace Statue
· Croquet, tennis, birdwatching, and riverside picnics
· Kitchen garden produce (in season)
· Games room and spaces for imaginative play
Beyond the Estate:
· Horse riding, clay shooting, and countryside pursuits
· Day trips to Melrose, Dryburgh Abbey, Floors Castle, and Edinburgh
· Links and parkland golf at Roxburghe, Cardrona, Melrose, and beyond
· Food, drink, and bookshop stops — including the award-winning Mainstreet Trading Company
Conservation
Stewardship & Conservation
We’re proud to care for this landscape. From tree planting to habitat protection, Bemersyde’s conservation ethos shapes how we manage the land and welcome guests.
Contact Bemersyde
Make Your Enquiry
Whether you’re here to celebrate, cast a line, or simply slow down — Bemersyde offers a discreet and deeply personal way to experience the Scottish Borders.
Testimonials
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