The house a listed building may be large but the inside has a cosy cottage feel with rich and warming furnishings throughout the public spaces and the guest rooms. On cooler days the log burning stove makes a welcome addition to the small lounge area in the welcoming hall. Binniemyre was built in 1862 for a local mill owner and was originally called Eildon View as at that time no other houses had been built in the area and the house had uniterrupted views to the magnificent Eildon Hills. The house was built for The Morrison family who were one of many wealthy mill owners in the area. They had a large family but tinged with sadness. History states that one daughter Lucy jilted before her forthcoming marriage was so distraught she took her own life in the houses private chapel room. As this act was considered a crime in that era Lucy was not allowed to be buried in the town but her name can be seen on the family gravestone in Eastlands Cemetery in Galashiels. Lucys ghost is still rumoured to visit Binniemyre. Both Carol (the owner) her mother-in-law and other guests have mentioned seeing a woman in a white dress walking around the house. One guest even mentioned that she sat next to him on the couch in his room. There is no need for guests to worry though as Lucy is friendly and seems to only make very rare appearances.
All our bedrooms are furnished to a high standard with comfy beds for a good nights rest and seating areas most overlooking the gardens. Our large family rooms have 40 flat screen TVs and fridges while our other rooms have 22 flat screen TV/DVDs. All rooms have tea/coffee making facilities and complimentary bottled water.
Awards:
- Gala Chamber of Trade Gala in Bloom Award 2004 - 2009 2013-2014
Style:
- Luxury
- Elegant
- Comfortable
- Boutique
- Art Deco
Rooms Facilities:
- Sky TV
- Desk with lamp
- Pets allowed
- Non-smoking
- Hairdryer
- Family/oversized room
- Refrigerator
- Balcony/Terrace
- Fire alarm with light
- Tea and coffee making facilities
- Freeview
- High speed internet connection
- Colour television
- Ironing board
- Wireless internet connection
- Iron
- Internet access
- Desk
Bed Details:
- Sofa bed
- Quad (4 single beds)
- Single bed
- Double bed
- Twin (single beds)
Bathroom Details:
- Shared bathroom
- En suite
- Shared toilet
- Private bathroom
- Shower
Amenities:
- Internet access (high speed) in public areas
- Lock-up facility for bicycles
- Dry cleaning
- Baggage store
Parking:
- Free parking
Number of Rooms: 8
Number of Floors: 2
Smoking Policy: No smoking
Dining Facilities:
- Our breakfast room sits up to 20 people. A continental buffet breakfast which is included in the price is served from 8.00 - 9.00am. A full cooked Scottish breakfast is available at an additional cost.
Children Policy: No preference
Check In Time: 1753-01-01 16:00:00.000
Check Out Time: 1753-01-01 10:30:00.000
Reception Closing Time: 1753-01-01 23:00:00.000
Pet Policy:
- Dogs
Recreation:
- Garden
- Lake
- River
- Football field
- Fly fishing
- Parasailing
- Horse riding
- Nightclubs
- Bird watching
- Golf - driving range
- Shopping
- Golf
- Cycling
Directions:
We are located on the South side of Galashiels on the A7;