Welcome to Monteviot House & Gardens

Discover the enchanting historic house and gardens of Monteviot, the cherished family home of the Marquis of Lothian and the Kerr family for almost four centuries. Nestled above the winding River Teviot in the Scottish Borders, this magnificent country estate sits astride the legendary Dere Street, the ancient Roman road connecting York to Scotland.

Unlike traditional historic houses that function as museums, Monteviot remains a vibrant family residence surrounded by lovingly tended beautiful gardens. The house showcases generations of carefully curated art collections and antique furniture, telling the compelling story of both the Lothian family and Scotland's rich heritage since 1700.

Our stunning Borders gardens have been thoughtfully recreated as a personal expression of 21st-century Scottish garden design. Explore eleven distinct themed gardens including the Garden of Persistent Imagination, Water Garden, Rose Garden, and Laburnum Tunnel.

Experience guided house tours, enjoy woodland walks along St Cuthbert's Way, visit the Wellington Monument, or stay in our charming Stables West accommodation. Located near Jedburgh, Kelso, Hawick, St Boswells and Galashiels, Monteviot offers the perfect Scottish Borders day out for garden enthusiasts, history lovers, and families seeking an authentic heritage experience.

Michael Tetulics
Michael Tetulics
Beautiful gardens and grounds. Great playground at Harestanes next door.
Nathaniel Stanforth-Sharpe
Nathaniel Stanforth-Sharpe
Lovely day out with beautiful views and very helpful staff.
Brian Wilson
Brian Wilson
The gardens are immaculate the location is superb overlooking the river Teviot
Helen Gibson
Helen Gibson
Beautiful gardens and views, worth a visit.
Gemma Twinning
Gemma Twinning
Stunning time before Christmas with the festive light walk. They had it set out so beautifully. Staff, were just the nicest people. We loved every minute of it.
Susan Horsburgh
Susan Horsburgh
We went to see the lights in December and it was fabulous, the children loved it. It was whimsical and beautiful and we will be back this December to walk around again.
Genevieve Matthews
Genevieve Matthews
Just stunning!!! Go as autumn approaches, you won't regret it.
David Tattum
David Tattum
Spend 2 hours or so following the meandering path with directional arrows, marvelling at all aspects of this garden, which is truly spectacular in my eyes. This is an experience I will repeat when there may be time then to explore the house also?