This four-bedroom self-catering property, Old Kirkstead, is situated in the Yarrow Valley, approximately 0.8km from the A708 and a short drive from Selkirk, offering seclusion amidst scenic hill walking trails. The spacious apartment features an open-plan living area, a contemporary kitchen, two bathrooms, and sleeps eight guests, providing easy access to birdwatching and wildlife spotting opportunities in this tranquil setting.
10 1 review
Galashiels
26/06 – 03/07
NZ$3951/nighttotal: NZ$27657 (7 )
Magical Mansion In Melrose Kippilaw House
15 1
apartment , Scottish Borders
This grand house is located in the Scottish Borders, just a short drive from Melrose and its high street, with easy access to Tweedbank Station for exploring further afield. The property has excellent user, location, and cleanliness ratings, ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable stay. The house has five bedrooms and eight bathrooms, comfortably accommodating up to sixteen guests. Guests can enjoy the large kitchen, spacious dining room, two lounges, and beautiful grounds, perfect for relaxing, entertaining, or exploring the surrounding countryside.
9.4 48 reviews
Galashiels
25/06 – 23/07
NZ$116/nighttotal: NZ$3248 (28 )
Maison Jaune, Walkerburn, Cottage
1 2
house , Scottish Borders
This charming apartment is located in a village in the Scottish Borders, just 80km from Edinburgh and 140km from Glasgow, offering a peaceful retreat in a picturesque setting. The property has received excellent ratings for location, cleanliness, and overall user experience. The self-catering cottage is perfect for a family of three, featuring a bedroom and a bathroom. Amenities include a well-equipped kitchen with a fridge, freezer, microwave oven, and dishwasher, a private garden, parking, and high-speed internet.
9.9 34 reviews
Galashiels
25/06 – 23/07
NZ$339/nighttotal: NZ$9492 (28 )
Self Contained Wing Of Large Country House
3 2
apartment , Lilliesleaf
This charming cottage is located just a short drive from the historic town of Lilliesleaf, in the Scottish Borders, and is set within the peaceful grounds of a country estate. It has consistently received excellent ratings from guests for its cleanliness, location, and overall experience. The cottage offers a private wing within the estate, accommodating up to four adults and two additional children. Guests can enjoy a modern kitchen-diner, a cosy sitting room with an open fire, a handy laundry room with a shower, and access to woodland walks and fields.
Galashiels
06/09 – 10/09
NZ$757/nighttotal: NZ$3028 (4 )
Broombank, Family Friendly, With A Garden In Melrose
4 3
apartment , Melrose
Broombank is a 145 square meter apartment located in Melrose, Scottish Borders, a short walk from a shop (200 meters) and a pub (100 meters), with the River Tweed 500 meters away. This 4-bedroom flat accommodates up to eight guests with three king-size and one twin bedroom, three shower rooms, a fully equipped kitchen with oven and fridge/freezer, and a garden with countryside views.
9.6 59 reviews
Galashiels
25/06 – 23/07
NZ$150/nighttotal: NZ$4200 (28 )
Lilliardsedge Holiday Park, 2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 4
1 2
apartment , Jedburgh
This two-bedroom apartment is situated just 5km from the historic town of Jedburgh, offering a peaceful setting with views of the golf course. It has consistently received excellent ratings for cleanliness, location, and overall experience. The apartment can accommodate up to 4 guests and features a fully equipped kitchen with a fridge and microwave. Enjoy the on-site amenities, including a shop, bar/restaurant, laundrette, and a 9-hole golf course, as well as a play area for children and a garden for outdoor activities.
10 2 reviews
Galashiels
25/06 – 23/07
NZ$353/nighttotal: NZ$9884 (28 )
Stylish Borders Retreat With Valley Views
1 2
apartment , Stow
This apartment in Stow offers scenic views of the Gala Water river and valley, located a 12-minute walk from the train station providing direct links to Edinburgh and Galashiels. This three-storey property accommodates up to six guests, featuring two en-suite double bedrooms, a modern open-plan kitchen with a wood-burning stove, a games room, a south-facing balcony and terrace, and an inflatable hot tub, with private off-street parking for three cars.
9.7 23 reviews
Galashiels
06/09 – 10/09
NZ$283/nighttotal: NZ$1132 (4 )
Stylish, 3 Bedroom Galashiels Apartment
3 3
resort , Scottish Borders
This stylish flat is located in Galashiels, a charming town in the Scottish Borders, just 8 kilometres from Melrose Abbey and 16 kilometres from Abbotsford House. The property has four bedrooms, comfortably accommodating up to four guests, and includes a fully equipped kitchen, a dedicated dining/work area, and a small patio. Guests can enjoy free on-street parking, complimentary internet access, and a guest portal with local information.
8.8 72 reviews
Galashiels
06/09 – 10/09
NZ$293/nighttotal: NZ$1172 (4 )
The Stables, Charming Converted, 2 Bedroom Cottage, Melrose
2 3
house , Darnick
The Stables is a converted cottage located in Melrose, a historic town just 4 kilometres from Darnick, offering easy access to Melrose Abbey and other attractions in the Scottish Borders. This 65 square metre property features two bedrooms, one bathroom, a fully equipped kitchen with a fridge, freezer, microwave oven, and dishwasher, a garden, and a fitness centre, making it ideal for families or groups of up to four people.
9.0 4 reviews
Galashiels
06/09 – 10/09
NZ$418/nighttotal: NZ$1672 (4 )
1st Class 4 Bedroom 2 Bathrooms
4 3
apartment , Scottish Borders
This four-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment in the Scottish Borders offers exceptional central location, within a 0.8km walk of the train and bus station, providing easy access to Tesco and Asda supermarkets, a park, indoor swimming pool, 16 restaurants and a cinema. Sleeping nine guests comfortably across nine beds, this self-catering property boasts a fully equipped kitchen with modern appliances, a private garden, air conditioning, parking, internet access, and permits pets.
9.3 3 reviews
Galashiels
26/06 – 03/07
NZ$249/nighttotal: NZ$1743 (7 )
Yairbrig Cottage
1 1
apartment , Galashiels
Yairbrig Cottage, a one-bedroom apartment near Galashiels, is approximately 64km from Edinburgh Airport, its precise distance from Galashiels town centre requiring further clarification. This 72 square metre self-catering flat offers free Wi-Fi, a fully equipped kitchen including microwave and toaster, washing machine, flat-screen TV, and outdoor seating; sleeping up to three guests.
Galashiels
06/09 – 10/09
NZ$189/nighttotal: NZ$756 (4 )
Cosy Flat Close To Town
2 3
apartment , Scottish Borders
This two-bedroom apartment in the Scottish Borders offers a peaceful base for exploring the region, ideally located for easy access to attractions such as Melrose Abbey (distance to be specified). The self-catering flat sleeps four, features a kitchen and bathroom, and provides basic amenities for a comfortable stay; further details on specific amenities and proximity to public transport are required.
Best family friendly Galashiels holiday rentals
Among the 52 accommodations in Galashiels, here are the 4 best family friendly rentals
Galashiels
26/06 – 03/07
NZ$526/nighttotal: NZ$3682 (7 )
Cottage ∙ 4 Bedrooms ∙ 8 Guests
4 1
cottage , Gattonside
Broombank is a 4-bedroom holiday home in Gattonside, Melrose, Scottish Borders, offering countryside views with a shop at 200 metres and a pub at 100 metres, and the River Tweed 0.5 kilometres away, close to Melrose Abbey ruins and Eildon Hills. This family-friendly cottage accommodates up to 8 guests and features a self-catering kitchen with a fridge and microwave, a bright living/dining room, three king-size bedrooms, one twin bedroom, and three shower rooms, with internet access provided for your convenience.
10 4 reviews
Galashiels
25/06 – 23/07
NZ$233/nighttotal: NZ$6524 (28 )
Heartwood Lodge @ Lilliardsedge Caravan Park
2 2
cabin , Oxnam
This family-friendly caravan, offering accommodation for up to four guests, is located in the Scottish Borders near Oxnam, a site famous for the Edgefest music festival. The caravan features a well-equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, a comfortable living area with a fireplace and Netflix, and a private patio, with a travel cot, high chair, games, and books available on request.
9.4 10 reviews
Galashiels
06/09 – 10/09
NZ$535/nighttotal: NZ$2140 (4 )
3 Bed In Galashiels (Oc-76698)
3 3
apartment , Scottish Borders
This stylish cottage, situated on the outskirts of Melrose in the Scottish Borders, offers easy access to the nearby Eildon Hills and is approximately a 60km drive from Edinburgh. Sleeping up to five guests in three bedrooms and one bathroom, the property boasts a private hot tub, a well-equipped kitchen, ample parking, secure cycle storage, and an enclosed garden perfect for al fresco dining; Melrose Abbey is within easy reach.
9.8 6 reviews
Galashiels
06/09 – 10/09
NZ$549/nighttotal: NZ$2196 (4 )
Cottage ∙ 3 Bedrooms ∙ 5 Guests
3 3
cottage
This stylish three-bedroom cottage, located on Kingsknowe Place in Melrose, offers easy access to the scenic Scottish Borders and is a short drive from Edinburgh. The 45 square metre property boasts a private hot tub, enclosed garden, and sleeps up to five guests, with amenities including a dishwasher, smart TVs, and secure bicycle storage.
Best Galashiels holiday rentals with parking
10 55 reviews
Galashiels
26/06 – 03/07
NZ$446/nighttotal: NZ$3122 (7 )
Lovely Townhouse With Garden Overlooking The Square Sleeps 2-5+ Comfortably
3 1
apartment , Melrose
This three-bedroom apartment at 25 Market Square offers a prime location in Melrose, overlooking the historic Market Square with Melrose Abbey just steps away and Harmony House a few minutes' walk. This family-friendly accommodation accommodates up to six guests, featuring a garden with patio seating, a spacious kitchen/diner, a separate sitting room, and is conveniently located for exploring local walking routes, golf, and fishing on the River Tweed.
Galashiels
26/06 – 03/07
NZ$1054/nighttotal: NZ$7378 (7 )
Castle ∙ 5 Bedrooms ∙ 10 Guests
5 1
castle
Oakwood Cottages 1, situated in the Scottish Borders midway between Northumberland and Edinburgh, offers a unique 16th-century castle stay. This five-bedroom, six-bathroom property sleeps ten guests and boasts a fully equipped kitchen, games room, extensive gardens, and optional extras like catering and maid service; nearby attractions include the Yarrow Valley, ideal for walking and cycling.
9.9 36 reviews
Galashiels
26/06 – 03/07
NZ$686/nighttotal: NZ$4802 (7 )
Dignity - Beautiful Barn Conversion In Idyllic Countryside With Hot Tub
5 1
apartment , Galashiels
This luxurious 5-star self-catering barn conversion, situated in the Caddon Valley just outside Galashiels, offers easy access to the town's amenities and attractions. Sleeping up to eight guests in five bedrooms and four bathrooms, this property boasts a hot tub, two lounges (one with a wood-burning stove, the other with a piano and guitar), a fully equipped kitchen, and free Wi-Fi, plus a garden and parking.
Galashiels
06/09 – 10/09
NZ$381/nighttotal: NZ$1524 (4 )
Nr Gala Water Walks & Countryside Trails -Wifi-5br
5 3
apartment , Scottish Borders
This five-bedroom house is located in Galashiels, providing convenient access to the Scottish Borders' attractions and transport networks. This property accommodates up to seven guests and features a fully equipped kitchen, two bathrooms, high-speed WiFi, and on-site laundry facilities.
Frequently asked questions about holiday rentals in Galashiels
What are some interesting places to visit in or near Galashiels?
There's plenty to see around Galashiels. You can visit Abbotsford House, the home of Sir Walter Scott, just a short drive away. If you're into history, the Borders Textile Museum in Galashiels itself is a must-see, and for a day out in nature, the beautiful Teviot Valley is a great spot for a walk.
What are the best Airbnb and holiday rentals in Galashiels?
Which walking or cycling routes are the best in Galashiels?
The Southern Upland Way runs right through Galashiels and offers fantastic views. For a shorter walk, the Gala Water path is perfect for a leisurely stroll. If you're into cycling, the Borders Cycle Route is a popular choice, passing through some of the most scenic parts of the region.
What sports or outdoor activites can visitors enjoy in and around Galashiels?
Galashiels is a great place for outdoor activities. You can go fishing on the River Tweed, play golf at the Galashiels Golf Club, or try your hand at mountain biking on the trails around the town. There's also plenty of opportunities for hiking and horse riding in the surrounding countryside.
What are the best rentals for families and kids in Galashiels?
What other towns or cities can be easily accessed from Galashiels?
You can easily reach Edinburgh, Scotland's capital, from Galashiels by train or car. Selkirk, a charming town with a rich history, is just a short drive away, and the historic city of Jedburgh is also within easy reach.
What are the best rentals or Airbnbs with a jacuzzi in Galashiels?
What amenities are commonly available in vacation rentals in Galashiels?
Most vacation rentals in Galashiels offer standard amenities like Wi-Fi, bedding, and kitchen facilities. You'll often find parking and a washing machine as well. Some rentals might have additional features like a garden or a hot tub, depending on the property.
What time of year is best to rent a vacation rental Galashiels?
The best time to visit Galashiels depends on your preference. Spring and autumn offer pleasant weather for exploring the outdoors, while summer is ideal for enjoying the festivals and events that take place in the area. Winter can be a beautiful time to visit, with snow-capped hills and cosy pubs.
Destinations nearby
Best Galashiels holiday rentals with a balcony
8.4 14 reviews
Galashiels
06/09 – 10/09
NZ$434/nighttotal: NZ$1736 (4 )
Market Street Flat
6 3
apartment , Galashiels
This Galashiels apartment, approximately 40km from Dalhousie Castle and 60km from Edinburgh Airport, offers convenient access to local attractions and transport links. The self-catering flat boasts two bathrooms, sleeps 23 guests, includes a fully equipped kitchen, private terrace, and free Wi-Fi.
9.0 3 reviews
Galashiels
06/09 – 10/09
NZ$540/nighttotal: NZ$2160 (4 )
Broombank, Melrose
4 3
house , Gattonside
This Gattonside house is situated 43 kilometres from Edinburgh Airport and 43 kilometres from Dalhousie Castle. This property offers WiFi, a fully equipped kitchen, and accommodates up to 15 guests across 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, with a floor area of 180 square metres.
Best pet friendly Galashiels holiday rentals
Among the 52 accommodations in Galashiels, here are the 4 best pet friendly rentals
9.8 22 reviews
Galashiels
26/06 – 03/07
NZ$699/nighttotal: NZ$4893 (7 )
Time - Charming Countryside Barn Conversion With Hot Tub & Scenic Views
1 1
apartment , Galashiels
Time Farm, a luxurious barn conversion near Clovenfords in the Scottish Borders, offers a secluded valley location approximately 20 kilometres from Galashiels, providing stunning views and access to 2000 acres of farmland. This 4-bedroom, 4-bathroom self-catering property sleeps up to 8 guests, boasting a fully equipped kitchen with granite worktops, a private hot tub, and on-site laundry facilities; access to the farm's 2000 acres provides a unique rural experience, with lambing season a particular highlight.
This self-catering apartment in Galashiels, Scottish Borders, is a 5-minute walk from Galashiels train station, offering 2-minute access to Bank Street Gardens and 7-minute access to Old Gala House Museum, with Abbotsford House also nearby. This studio accommodation for two guests includes a kitchen with a hob, fridge, microwave, and coffee maker, Wi-Fi, heating, linens, and on-site parking, with convenient access to local outdoor activities and a launderette.
Galashiels
26/06 – 03/07
NZ$1054/nighttotal: NZ$7378 (7 )
5 Bed In Selkirk Oc-tower
5 1
house , Selkirk
This five-bedroom house in Selkirk offers spacious accommodation for large groups, situated 19km from Traquair House and 19km from Melrose Abbey. The 45 square metre property boasts six bathrooms, a fully equipped kitchen including a dishwasher, free Wi-Fi, private parking, a garden, and accommodates up to 14 guests.
Galashiels
26/06 – 03/07
NZ$221/nighttotal: NZ$1547 (7 )
Boutique Studio, King Bed, En-suite & Kitchenette
1 1
studio , Scottish Borders
This stylish studio apartment is centrally located in Galashiels, Scottish Borders, just 400 meters from the train station and adjacent to the Great Tapestry of Scotland Gallery. This well-equipped accommodation for two guests offers a super-king bed, a kitchenette with a fridge and microwave, an en-suite shower room, and secure keyless entry, serving as an ideal base for exploring the Southern Upland Way and nearby mountain bike trails.