Abbotsford House, former home of Scottish novelist, Sir Walter Scott
Abbotsford House, Melrose, Scottish Borders.
The Abbotsford site was first acquired by the Scottish romantic novelist, Sir Walter Scott ((1771-1832) in 1811 and thereafter the mansion grew to its current size under Sir Walter’s supervision.
Sir Walter Scott achieved worldwide fame, principally through his series of twenty-six romantic, historic novels collectively known at the Waverley Novels which include such famous works as:
- Heart of Midlothian
- Ivanhoe
- Rob Roy
- Lady of the Lake
- Waverley
Today, the visitor experience is enhanced by a new Visitor Centre, separate from Abbotsford House. In addition to the historic house there are well maintained gardens to admire.
Abbotsford House, Scottish Borders
Abbotsford House, Scottish Borders
Abbotsford House Garden, Scotland
Abbotsford House Garden, Scottish Borders.
Abbotsford Visitor Centre, Scotland
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