East Barn
Near Melrose, Scottish Borders
East Barn is found down a private track, among the beautiful countryside of the Scottish Borders. As well as retaining the rustic charm of its original barn walls, East Barn features brilliant east-facing vistas of the neighbouring Eildon Hills and Bowden Loch, all under 3 miles from Melrose.
Quick Info
| Sleeps: 4 | Bedrooms: 2 |
| Changeover Day: Fri | Pets Allowed: Yes (2) |
| No smoking | Bathrooms: 1 |
| Licence No: SB-01351-F |
East Barn boasts spacious rooms, cosy interiors, brilliant views, as well as a private garden area. Entering East Barn, you’re welcomed by underfloor heating, a spacious kitchen and a handy shower room and WC. The kitchen is neat and well-equipped with laundry facilities tucked away behind wooden panels.
A beautifully large bookshelf covers the sitting room wall, where guests can choose their next evening read and stay cosy by the wood-burning stove. The space also highlights the nearby Eildon Hills through sliding doors, which lead into the garden.
Ascending the stairs in the kitchen, guests are brought to the first of two double bedrooms spacing a small double bed and convenient ensuite WC.
The second set of stairs in the sitting room leads up to another double bedroom, also featuring a small double bed, an en-suite WC, and an additional bath. Like the downstairs rooms, both bedrooms have a memorable view towards the Eildons.
The garden space is ideal for letting pets out and enjoying the sunrise from the provided outdoor seating. Outside the gate at East Barn, there’s ample parking for two cars and an EV charging point. A separate sauna on the site of the property can be used by guests on request. There’s also a private loch on the property.
East Barns twin property, West Barn, is also available to book for larger groups wanting to holiday together.
After a morning in the sauna or exploring nearby Bowden Loch. Scale the Eildon Wester Hill or tackle all three Eildons and find Rhymer’s stone. Take a 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. While in Melrose, try a round at Melrose Golf Club (1 mile), found at the bottom of the Eildons, or marvel at 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 and four more at Dryburgh (8 miles), Jedburgh (13 miles), and Kelso (14.5 miles). The entire route is over 60 miles, but it also features several shorter, wonderful walks within it.
Start your trip with 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.
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.
Edinburgh City Centre is just over an hour by car or a 55-minute train ride from Tweedbank station.
Local Events and Attractions
Please note: while we make every effort to be as accurate as possible, the actual position of the cottage indicated on the map above and the proximity of the amenities in the Local Info section cannot be guaranteed to be precise and should be used as a guide only.
Accommodation
Downstairs
Open plan living area with wood-burning stove, Smart TV, electric oven, ceramic hob, fridge with ice box, washing machine, dishwasher and microwave
Shower room with WC and wash basin
Upstairs
Double bedroom with bath and en suite WC with wash basin
Double bedroom with en suite WC with wash basin
What's included
- Linen (Double Bed)
- Free
- Pet
- Free
- Sets of towels (per person)
- Free
- WiFi
- Free
Services
Bed linen and towels are INCLUDED. Electricity is INCLUDED (EV charging charged separately). Heating is by air source heat pump (INCLUDED) and wood-burning stove (starter pack INCLUDED). WiFi is INCLUDED. Water is from a private source which is UV filtered and regularly tested; however (as is typical in many parts of Scotland) it can be discoloured, particularly after heavy rainfall. Guests may therefore prefer to bring bottled water to drink. A maximum of 2 dogs are welcome at an additional charge (1 large, 2 medium or 2 small). If you wish to bring any other pets please contact us and we will see what we can do. No smoking.
Weekly Prices
The weekly guide prices for this property are shown below. Use the availability & book sidebar on the right to select your holiday or calculate short break rates (where available).
Changeover Day: Fri
| Rental - Date Range | Sleeps 4 |
| 03 Apr 2026 - 23 Apr 2026 | £795.00 |
| 24 Apr 2026 - 30 Apr 2026 | £695.00 |
| 01 May 2026 - 21 May 2026 | £795.00 |
| 22 May 2026 - 28 May 2026 | £895.00 |
| 29 May 2026 - 25 Jun 2026 | £795.00 |
| 26 Jun 2026 - 16 Jul 2026 | £895.00 |
| 17 Jul 2026 - 27 Aug 2026 | £995.00 |
| 28 Aug 2026 - 10 Sep 2026 | £795.00 |
| 11 Sep 2026 - 01 Oct 2026 | £695.00 |
| 02 Oct 2026 - 22 Oct 2026 | £795.00 |
| 23 Oct 2026 - 19 Dec 2026 | £595.00 |
| 20 Dec 2026 - 27 Dec 2026 | £995.00 |
| 28 Dec 2026 - 05 Jan 2027 | £995.00 |
| 06 Jan 2027 - 28 Jan 2027 | £595.00 |
| 29 Jan 2027 - 25 Mar 2027 | £695.00 |
| 26 Mar 2027 - 15 Apr 2027 | £795.00 |
| 16 Apr 2027 - 29 Apr 2027 | £695.00 |
| 30 Apr 2027 - 20 May 2027 | £795.00 |
| 21 May 2027 - 03 Jun 2027 | £895.00 |
| 04 Jun 2027 - 24 Jun 2027 | £795.00 |
| 25 Jun 2027 - 15 Jul 2027 | £895.00 |
| 16 Jul 2027 - 26 Aug 2027 | £995.00 |
| 27 Aug 2027 - 09 Sep 2027 | £795.00 |
| 10 Sep 2027 - 30 Sep 2027 | £695.00 |
| 01 Oct 2027 - 21 Oct 2027 | £795.00 |
| 22 Oct 2027 - 19 Dec 2027 | £595.00 |
| 20 Dec 2027 - 27 Dec 2027 | £995.00 |
| 28 Dec 2027 - 05 Jan 2028 | £995.00 |
| 06 Jan 2028 - 05 Jan 2029 | POA |
Please note: Prices are calculated based on your party size at the time of booking. If your party size changes for any reason after booking, please let us know so we can ensure the accommodation provided meets your exact requirements.
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