After a morning in the sauna or exploring nearby Bowden Loch, venture up the opposite Eildon Hills, which offer great walks to their three peaks and woodlands. Eat Barn is situated on a historic moor, meaning there are exciting nearby routes, follow St Cuthbert’s Way and find the site of a Roman signal post.

Further afield, there are walks out to Lady Moss Loch, a wild bird sanctuary for visiting ducks, geese, herons, and swans, or further up the hill to Cauldshiels Loch, also popular for wild swimming. Along the way, you can take in a 5000-year-old Iron Age fort site with spectacular 360-degree vista views and traces of Roman terracing. Try a round at Melrose Golf Club within walking distance from East Barn (1 mile) and is found at the bottom of the Eildons. Take a 20-minute wander into Melrose, stroll bankside along the River Tweed, and make your way along to Sir Walter Scott’s beautiful baronial home at Abbotsford House or marvel at the pretty Melrose Gardens.

Bring your furry friend and take the Border Abbeys walk, the route includes Melrose Abbey, one of the four famous 12th-century Border Abbeys, including Dryburgh (8 miles), Jedburgh (13 miles), and Kelso (14.5 miles). The entire route is over 60 miles, but features several shorter, wonderful walks within it.

Explore Scottish history at The Great Tapestry of Scotland (5 miles) in Galashiels. Nearby, the Scottish Borders Donkey Sanctuary (4 miles) runs guided tours where you can feed the donkeys and even adopt one. The William Wallace monument overlooks the rushing River Tweed, where guests can grab a permit and try the world-class salmon fishing.

Marvel at the Leaderfoot Viaduct (5 miles) or travel a little further and discover the history of Sir Walter Scott's courthouse or the Mary Queen of Scots Visitor Centre in Selkirk (8 miles). Visit Floors Castle (13 miles), grounds and garden, and stop for a bite to eat at the terrace café overlooking the walled garden. In under 20 miles, you will reach the impressive Traquair House, where guests can explore the house, grounds, gift shop and dine in the café. A wide array of mountain biking trails can be found at Glentress (23 miles).

Closer to East Barn, stop for a Michelin-starred, fine-dining experience at The Hoebridge (3.5 miles). More nearby eateries in Melrose include Burts Hotel for brilliant dining, as well as the cafes, Apples for Jam and Eden Coffee House, all offering delicious drinks and treats perfect for a break on your adventures.

The Northumberland coastline and Hadrian’s Wall are only an hour away. Edinburgh City Centre is just over an hour by car or a 55-minute train ride from the nearby Tweedbank station.