Paxton House

Paxton House, a fine example of Neo-Palladian architecture, it was completed in 1763 with the primary aim of impressing a Prussian bride. Sadly the star-crossed lovers never married or lived in the house. You will be guided through 8 generations of family history including a rags to riches story, travels in America and the Caribbean to fortunes being made in sugarcane fuelled by the slave trade. Paxton House is home to Scotland’s largest private picture gallery and boasts a globally significant collection of Thomas Chippendale and William Trotter furniture. A true Borders hidden gem!