Abbotsford House

About this place

Historic home of Sir Walter Scott with gardens, museum exhibits, and scenic walks along the River Tweed.

Sir Walter Scott built Abbotsford as his own home in the early 19th century, filling it with historical artefacts, armour and curiosities he collected throughout his life, and in doing so more or less invented the romantic Scottish Baronial architectural style that later influenced buildings across the country. The house sits on the banks of the River Tweed, with formal gardens and riverside walks adding a good outdoor element to a visit built mainly around Scott's remarkable collection and life story. A modern visitor centre gives context for those less familiar with his novels and poetry. There's an admission charge, and while the grounds are accessible, the historic house has stairs.

Make a day of it — within 5km