There were 8 of these iron beds in the house but the horsehair mattresses had got a bit bumpy. We had difficulty finding these Scottish, extra- wide, new mattresses but are very pleased with them. Lovely Egyptian cotton linen, goose-down duvets and pillows make them cosy and luxy to sink into even without the hot blankets switched on. Tea and coffee are on a tray, with fresh milk on call, but we always offer tea in the drawing room upon arrival. Relax and flick through the books and magazines or look at the view of Scottish cattle and sheep in the fields.  You may even hear the owls hooting or see the swallows arriving back.

If you open your door and take one step you will be at your bathroom. We have kept the old bath, which has an unusual plug system, but is just the right size to get your shoulders under the bubbly water and spend time reading, with masses of hot water to top up. There is also a shower.