The Boathouse at Littlemill

The Boathouse at Littlemill Winner 2024 VisitScotland Thistle Awards
“Best Self-Catering or Unique Stay” West Region

The Boathouse is a truly unique and stunning self catering property situated on the beach in the picturesque village of Kildonan on the beautiful Isle of Arran.

Happy 2025!Well…2024 was an absolute belter! There is so much for our wee business to celebrate and be thankful for. Als...
03/01/2025

Happy 2025!
Well…2024 was an absolute belter! There is so much for our wee business to celebrate and be thankful for. Also so excited to see what 2025 has in store.
Exciting developments here too which we’ll update on regularly.
For now Max and I would just like to thank our lovely family, friends, guests, followers, and suppliers for making all this possible
#2025

It's that time of year again! Delighted to support Hope Blamire Artist again with this amazing prize draw. So many incre...
05/12/2024

It's that time of year again! Delighted to support Hope Blamire Artist again with this amazing prize draw. So many incredible prizes, including the chance to win a break at The Boathouse, and only £2 a ticket! Click the link on Hope Blamire Artist’s post to buy tickets and be in with a chance of winning. You’ll be supporting FOUR amazing charities too. Good Luck!🎄🎅🏼

🎉🌟I think it’s time we had a wee reminder of all the incredible prizes. ⬇️

Here it is everybody, the THE BIGGEST AND BEST annual Christmas charity prize draw EVER!!!! PLEASE BUY TICKETS NOW: https://www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/hope-blamire-christmas-charity-prize-draw-2024

We have so many INCREDIBLE prizes this year and four WONDERFUL charities -
Eilidh’s Trust, Team Jak Foundation, Search & Rescue Dog association Scotland, and Mikeysline.

The draw will take place LIVE on this page, Hope Blamire Artist, on Sunday 15th December at 8pm.

Tickets are £2 EACH and all you need to do is make your donations to the crowdfunder link below, remembering to add your FULL NAME and NOT remain anonymous! 100% of donations made will be split 25% to SARDA Scotland, 25% to Eilidh’s Trust, 25% to Mikeysline and 25% to Team Jak Foundation. Your tickets will be created automatically and stored here. You don’t need to do anything other than donate! There is *NO GIFT AID* allowed with a prize draw.

If ever you wanted to enter a prize draw, this is THE ONE! There’s a VERY high chance of winning one of these amazing 150+ prizes!
So please, please, start buying tickets and start sharing this to raise as much as we can.
• £2 donation = 1 entry
• The more you donate, the more entries you will have.
• UK and overseas entries allowed WITH a U.K. address.
• All terms and conditions can be found on the crowdfunder page.
• PRIZES / SUPPORTERS INCLUDE:
7 night stay for 8 at Rosamol, Luskentyre, Isle of Harris. Home : Rosamol: Self Catering Property in Luskentyre, Isle of Harris £60 voucher for dining at Harris hotel. http://www.harrishotel.com/ £50 fuel voucher from Car Hire Hebrides.

7 night stay for four, Luskentyre/Seilebost, Isle of Harris. https://traigh-losgaintir.com Boat trip for two, Eilean Glas rib tours. https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100041047911987 £50 voucher for dining at Hotel Hebrides https://www.hotel-hebrides.com/

7 night stay for 8, Roseville holiday cottage, Scourie, NW Scotland www.rosevillescourie.com

7 night stay for 4, Seallagh an Dun, Isle of Barra. https://www.airbnb.co.uk/rooms/38258652?_set_bev_on_new_domain=1645979966_ZDA4ZDRiMzg4NzU4

7 night stay for 4 at The Old House, Glen Orchy, Argyll. http://www.glen-orchy.co.uk/

7 night stay for 4, Seaview self catering at Morar. https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100086234336129

7 night stay for 4, The Wee Hoose, Arisaig https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61559184451765 £40 voucher Sound Bites Arisaig. £50 voucher West Coast Railways donated by Chris Cookson https://westcoastrailways.co.uk/

7 night stay for 4, Isle of Barra. Donated by Kay Flanagan.

4 night stay for 4, The Bungalow at Aird, Isle of Skye. https://www.thebungalow-at-aird.co.uk/

4-night stay at The Sheiling, Arisaig(Mon-Fri.) 3 bedrooms - sleeps 5. https://thesheiling-arisaig.co.uk/

4 night stay for 6, Taigh Morangie, South Uist Outer Hebrides https://www.airbnb.com/slink/l1Z73aM1

4 night stay for 4, East Lodge, Glenfintaig, by Loch Lochy Spean Bridge
https://www.airbnb.co.uk/rooms/48595380?source_impression_id=p3_1732538138_P3syZSqto-ajsmfy Matt Hodgson

3/4 night stay for 7, Nethybridge with hot tub, Speyside. Donated by Gill Scott

3 night stay Manish cottage, Isle of Harris. https://www.airbnb.co.uk/rooms/29721141?source_impression_id=p3_1732570637_P3_eRnY0hahXk8jj

3 night stay for 2, Seaview b&b Fionnphort, plus £50 voucher for Creel seafood bar https://www.facebook.com/seaviewbandb
Creel seafood Bar, Fionnphort, Mull https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100045935537428

3 night stay at luxury home Brandersaig, Isle of Harris https://www.isleofharrisholiday.com/brandersaig

3 night stay Cliff cottage, Uig on the Isle of Lewis. Sleeps 5 -
https://www.booking.com/Share-gDdxTJ4.

3 night stay for 2, The Grimsay cabin, North Uist. Luxury self catering cabin with Hot Tub in North Uist, Outer Hebrides. https://www.thegrimsaycabin.com/

3 night stay/pitch at Clachtoll beach campsite, NW Scotland. https://www.clachtollbeachcampsite.com/

2 night stay for 6 with hot tub, Eshaness, Arisaig ://www.facebook.com/eshanessarisaig

2 night stay for 2, The Munro Pod, Silversands, Arisaig https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100083213354944

2 night stay in a feature room for 2 adults with breakfast. Award winning Auchrannie spa resort, Isle of Arran. https://www.auchrannie.co.uk/

2 night stay for 2 at award winning The Boathouse, Isle of Arran. https://www.airbnb.co.uk/rooms/45075777?source_impression_id=p3_1732271252_P3lx4JjSW6Hx9iu9

2 night stay for 2 Postbox Cottage. Helensburgh - Cottages for Rent in Argyll and Bute Council, Scotland, United Kingdom - Airbnb

2 night stay for two at glamping pod on the beach at Tigh na Mara campsite, Arisaig.

2 night stay Clashnessie Sea View cabin https://www.booking.com/Share-Ymz3ZB

2 night stay for 2 at Sleat view pod, Arisaig. Bottle of Harris gin to enjoy during your stay. https://sleatviewpod.lovestoblog.com/?i=1

2 night stay for two, Caragree Croft cabins, Vatersay, Outer Hebrides. https://www.airbnb.co.uk/rooms/1178151390268503291?source_impression_id=p3_1732271313_P3qRKEa4JfQwqciF

2 night stay for 2, Wainwright's Rest, Shap, Cumbria. https://www.airbnb.co.uk/rooms/1064437505138476243?source_impression_id=p3_1732271342_P3VFdUcTj2Woiq55

2 nights at rustic mountain chalet on the side of Yr Wyddfa, Snowdon. Ann sweeney

2 night stay at the new bothy on Isle of Kerrera. Cabin in Isle of Kerrera · ★4.91 · 1 bedroom · 2 beds · 1 bathroom

2 nights for two, dinner bed and breakfast at House of Prayer, Iona. http://www.catholic-iona.com/stayhere/

2 night stay at Fox Corner Barn, near Bath, with visit to Hope’s studio and a print of your choice.
Barn in Wiltshire · ★4.98 · 2 bedrooms · 2 beds · 1 bathroom

2 nights bed & breakfast, plus
1 night's 2 course meal for two people
Hopetoun Arms Hotel in Leadhills B&B donated by Frances McIlwaine and dinner donated by the Hotel. https://www.hopetounarms.co.uk/

2 night’s Bed and
Breakfast accommodation for 2 persons at
Sunbank House Hotel Perth. https://www.sunbankhouse.com/

2 night stay at The Solace by Emma Cares Shepherd’s hut in Forgandenny https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61568570798413&mibextid=LQQJ4d

2 night stay Blue Reef Cottages- 5 Star Luxury Accommodation, Isle of Harris. https://bluereefcottages.com/

2 night stay at Smugglers Cottage in Millport, Isle of Cumbrae. Tiny home in Millport · 1 bedroom · 1 bed · 1 bathroom

2 night stay self catering hut in south Skye. Booking.com! https://www.booking.com/Share-N034WmF

Dinner bed and breakfast for two at the Cornerstone Mallaig. https://seafoodrestaurantmallaig.com/

Hundred hills winery magnum gift set - 3 x 2018 Signature Rosé Magnums donated by Lynn Fordham. https://hundredhills.wine/

One hamper £125 hampers of gifts from the West Highland Tea (And Gift) shop in Mallaig https://www.westhighlandteacompany.co.uk/ donated by Lynn Fordham

Second hamper £125 hampers of gifts from the West Highland Tea (And Gift) shop in Mallaig https://www.westhighlandteacompany.co.uk/ donated by Lynn Fordham

Diamond earrings donated by Hazel White of Vancouver

Trip to St Kilda with Sea Harris. https://seaharris.com/

WHISKY The Hearach - original first release batch no 8 donated by Judith McVicar.

WHISKY Isle of Raasay, Na Sia, single cask Bordeaux cask donated by Judith McVicar.

Hebridean silver jewellery donated by Allan Smith x 4 prizes. https://hebrideanjewellery.co.uk/

Handmade silver and hand enamelled butterfly pendant by NB Jewellery https://nbjewellery.com/

Gannet photographic print donated by photographer Michael Steciuk

Betty’s of Harrogate Gift box donated in memory of his wonderful wife by Frank Charlesworth

Glass worktop saver from Hope Blamire donated by Mairi MacNeil-Lande.

Essence of Harris Festive home fragrance gift box. https://essenceofharris.co.uk/

Bottle of Persie gin Old Tom Gin and a Snifter Set of Miniatures - Dog Gins donated by Maggie Swanson

Extra large premium canvas print of Feath, Tiree sunset by Hope Blamire, donated by Allan Smith.

Two mounted prints by Hope Blamire donated by Gail Scott.

£100 shopping voucher donated by Colin McCormack

£100 M&S voucher donated by Sarah Donaldson

McWilD Delta Cable hat from https://www.facebook.com/McWildCreations?mibextid=LQQJ4d

100ml eau de parfum of Chanel, Coco Mademoiselle donated by Jean Aitken

Two knitted hats by Maggie Maclean - highland cow and puffin

Seaside inspired keyrings & bracelets Morag Mort Shore find creations

A bottle of Harris gin & Shona’s Shortbread donated by Shona’s shortbread https://www.facebook.com/ShonaShortbreadStonehaven?mibextid=LQQJ4d

Island of Kerrera goodies (Ann McGregor) https://isleofkerrera.org

A piece of Molly Ginnelly jewellery https://mollyginnellyjewellery.co.uk/

Framed Hope Blamire print donated by Kay Rowntree.

Chocolate bundle prize from Caithness chocolate https://www.caithnesschocolate.co.uk/

Framed Hope Blamire print donated by The Hastie Smiths in memory of son, Ali.

Staffa throw. 100% Shetland wool. Sound of Iona tartan. https://www.ionatartan.com/shop/staffa-throw

Harris tweed cushion from The Highland Koo Company in Mallaig. https://www.facebook.com/thehighlandkoo?mibextid=LQQJ4d

Hand made lamp by Jaggy thistle crafts https://www.facebook.com/JaggyThistleCrafts?mibextid=LQQJ4d

Port Charlotte Private Cask 10 year old wh1sky donated by Diana & Pete McDonnell

2 annual entries into Alex TLCs 50/50 Cash Draw, giving you 2 chances to win in each of the 12 draws in 2025, donated by Marlene Graham.

Seashell jigsaw puzzle by Coralbox gift shop, https://coralbox.ecwid.com/

Boxed Photographic print and Hebridean seas photography book by Margaret Soraya photography https://margaretsoraya.com/

A second Boxed Photographic print and Hebridean seas photography book by Margaret Soraya photography https://margaretsoraya.com/

Memory teddy bear made by Bairnsnbears https://www.facebook.com/bairnsnbears?mibextid=LQQJ4d

£100 voucher Zing organics donated by Jacqueline White. https://www.zingorganics.co.uk/

Hebridean sheepskin rug from Isle of
Coll donated by Fiona Kennedy An Ancarsaid, Coll.

Tartan Scotland map Handmade with love by Steph https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100043111913992

£100 Hope Blamire website voucher donated by Jude Black.

Hope Blamire mounted small Print donated by Hannah Stace

One bottle of Hearach whlsky donated by Allan Smith

Bespoke Harris Tweed Coorie and Fedora by REBELGD https://www.facebook.com/RebelGD2018?mibextid=LQQJ4d

Sandwick bay candles hamper https://sandwickbaycandles.com/

Needle felted pet portrait by Fiona Finlayson art. https://www.facebook.com/ffinlaysonart?mibextid=LQQJ4d

Scandinavian style jumper in Shetland wool knitted by SARDA volunteer Jim. Assynt mountain rescue.

Limited edition Harris gln yellow ceilidh bottle donated by Lena & Fran, Isle of Harris

Extra large framed print of Moorag highland cow by Hope Blamire.

£100 voucher for Adventure Shenanigans open water swimming badges. https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085286332173&mibextid=LQQJ4d

Bottle of Barra gln donated by Sheila Jessiman.

Shetland wool Luskentyre pony beanie by Marion Macdonald MORBHEAG KNITS https://www.facebook.com/Morbheag?mibextid=LQQJ4d

A pair of hand painted gln copa glasses donated by Ann Mackintosh and painted by Lyn Winpenney art. https://g.co/kgs/mepRns8

£300 voucher towards a bespoke kilt by Wendy Craig Kiltmaker https://www.facebook.com/wendycraigkiltmaker?mibextid=LQQJ4d

Susan Bamford photography 2025 calendar https://www.instagram.com/bamfordsusan?igsh=MWdqa2sxYmVtd2h2ag==

Torin Liversedge photography 2025 calendar - for Corey. https://www.instagram.com/torinjliversedge_photography?igsh=MW9kOWQ5NHU4NTc3NQ==

£25 M&S voucher donated by Julie Burgess.

Sewing bundle donated by Heather Schouten ://www.facebook.com/wmt.heather

Limited edition festive white bottle of Igneous gln. https://igneousgin.co.uk/

A signature infinity scarf and corsage by Tartan Creations https://tartancreations.com/

70cl SingleTrack and two 20cl Fire Road Spiced Rǔms from Tweed Valley Distilling Co. https://www.tweedvalleydistilling.co/

Award winning 15 year old Tamdhu whlsky
https://www.tamdhu.com/tamdhu-15-year-old.

Award winning 15 year old Tullibardine whlsky. http://www.tullibardine.com/

£50 voucher for Hopeblamire.com donated by Catherine Rae.

Gorgeous Scottish Gln & goblet. https://www.gorgeousgin.com/

Bottle of Fara gln. Kirkjuvagr Orkney Gln. https://www.orkneydistilling.com/products/fara-blended-malt-scotch-whisky-70cl?srsltid=AfmBOoqyxODYNdAhc81n0z5M-5dH9pCflUKPV9XsssL63ABFv1CIe7q6

Three bottles of Gln, Rǔm and Rǔm. North Point Dlstillery Thurso. https://www.northpointdistillery.com/

Bottle of Sr38 gln from Strontian Dlstillery https://www.thestrontiandistillery.co.uk/

Surfing puffin golden Rǔm from Badachro Dlstillery. https://www.badachrodistillery.com/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=local&utm_campaign=Google%20My%20Business

Tour voucher for two people for a Secret garden dlstillery tour, as well as one of their Christmas duo gift sets, this includes a 20cl Christmas Gln and a 20cl Wild Gln https://secretgardendistillery.co.uk/collections/gins?srsltid=AfmBOoqk2qozuliZNybpYgGx3KSN3JJ7Ph6Cm5SuW-chaCAYM0QvtC0x

Bottle of Holy Grass V0dka Apple Edition from Rock Rose Dunnet Bay Dlstillery. https://www.dunnetbaydistillers.co.uk/

Tweed shawl by The Weaving Shed, Isle of Lewis. https://www.westernislesdesigns.co.uk/

Moray sea glass dolphin charm necklace donated by Hopeman Beavers, Moray.

Harris gln copa gift set donated by Jenny Haines.

£100 book token donated by Jane Farquharson

Small framed Hope Blamire print donated by Karon Lee.

3 giant Harris Tweed thistles. Harris tweed florist. https://www.facebook.com/theharristweedflorist?mibextid=LQQJ4d

£50 gift voucher for Back from the Beach sea glass jewellery donated by Irene Leslie. https://backfromthebeachseaglassjewellery.co.uk/

Icelandic sweater, 100% Icelandic wool knitted by Dot Roy. https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089050965559&mibextid=LQQJ4d

Sheep hat and fingerless mittens set Dot Roy https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089050965559&mibextid=LQQJ4d

Sheep hat and fingerless mittens set Dot Roy https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089050965559&mibextid=LQQJ4d

100% natural Essential Skincare Collection donated by Jo Best.

2 x online Soma+IQ Breathwork Sessions, Healing Blue Hearts, a wellness and breathwork company.

One bottle of Hearach whlsky from Isle of Harris dlstillery. https://harrisdistillery.com/

Harris tweed Footstool & cushion set from Mini cottage creations. https://minicottagecreations.co.uk/

Voucher for 2 people for North Uist Dlstlllery for a tasting experience of their choice. https://www.northuistdistillery.com

3 loose gemstones donated by The Smiths
Blue Topaz
Aquamarine
Heart cut citrine

500 piece jigsaw puzzle of Glencoe lochan donated by Frank Charlesworth

Bottle of gln from Blackness bay distillery https://www.blacknessbaydistillery.co.uk/

Sterling silver bracelet donated by Chris Cookson

A hoodie, in any colour of your choice, embroidered with a design of your choice by Magpie makes, Mallaig. https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100092393670224&mibextid=LQQJ4d

Luxury Harris tweed handbag donated by the Harris tweed shop, Tarbert, Isle of Harris. www.harristweedisleofharris.co.uk

Harris tweed length from esteemed weaver DJ MACKAY, Luskentyre Isle of Harris.

£100 shopping voucher donated by Theresa Reville

£30 prize voucher for Tablet / Fudge and Marshmallows. Val’s Scottish tablet. https://valsscottishtablet.co.uk/

Knitting kit from IsleKnit Kits | Isleknit

Celtic knot tray by Rachel Bower Baskets.
https://www.rachelbowerbaskets.co.uk/

£50 voucher for Gigha’s natural skincare.://www.facebook.com/GighasNaturalSkincare?mibextid=LQQJ4d

Box of 4 Christmas themed bath bombs from Bath Bombs by Sheryl. https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558877662065&mibextid=LQQJ4d

Luskentyre SlateArt oil painting on a carved wood stand by Debz Art. https://www.facebook.com/artzbydebz?mibextid=LQQJ4d

Barra d1st1llers & ishga Self Care Set donated by Lynn Griffin.

1 x double cask Macallan 12 year old, donated by Ken Oliver

1 x triple cask Macallan 12 year old, donated by Ken Oliver

Old Pulteney 12 year old donated by Graeme & Louise Gunn

Rock rose gln donated by Graeme & Louise Gunn

Harris Hideaway luxury hamper donated by https://www.harrishideaway.co.uk/

Crabbies & co. Whisky donated by Morven Davis

Seilebost Tides - Sterling Silver - Harris Tweed and Tanzanite stone gemstone Ruth Morrison jewellery. https://www.ruthamorrison.com/

Five b0ttles. Isle of Coll Dlstillery. One 70cl bottle of Hebridean gln, Gorse gln, Berry, Spiced Ruum and V0dka. https://isleofcolldistillery.com/

What a night at the  Thistle Awards in Glasgow on Thursday! Still can’t quite believe we made it to the finals of the Na...
23/11/2024

What a night at the Thistle Awards in Glasgow on Thursday!

Still can’t quite believe we made it to the finals of the National Awards for Best Self Catering or Unique Stay.

We didn’t win, but we didn’t let that stop us from celebrating being part of such a truly memorable evening 🥂🍾🍾🍸

A massive and heartfelt thank you to our lovely guests and all of you who follow and support us. Also to our awesome pals, amazing families and caring community including - thank you - we couldn’t do this without you! 😊❤️

The two day hangover was still worth it!🥴😂

A fab wee night at our local Kildonan Hall for delicious food, brilliant bonfire, crackin’ chat, and fantastic fireworks...
05/11/2024

A fab wee night at our local Kildonan Hall for delicious food, brilliant bonfire, crackin’ chat, and fantastic fireworks!
An epic show with arguably one of the best settings in the island. 🎆🎇🔥

Just love this wee story about Billy’s relationship with a wee otter. We are so lucky to have these amazing wee creature...
05/11/2024

Just love this wee story about Billy’s relationship with a wee otter. We are so lucky to have these amazing wee creatures on our doorstep and to see them regularly 🦦

I was driving to work yesterday and stopped about a minute from the house when I saw a young otter playing in the shallows. My video in the comments.

A man's bond with an orphaned otter changed his life and became a movie hit.

Absolutely “smashing” scran from  tonight! 🍔🍔🍟🤤. The “monster smash” was a particular fave. Even better we could collect...
19/10/2024

Absolutely “smashing” scran from tonight! 🍔🍔🍟🤤. The “monster smash” was a particular fave. Even better we could collect from Whiting Bay which is only a few mins drive. Thanks guys 👌

Absolutely “smashing” scran from The Shack and Grill tonight! 🍔🍔🍟🤤 Even better - we could collect from Whiting Bay! Than...
19/10/2024

Absolutely “smashing” scran from The Shack and Grill tonight! 🍔🍔🍟🤤 Even better - we could collect from Whiting Bay! Thanks guys 👌

18/10/2024

A Hunters moon tonight apparently.

Just wow!🤩
10/10/2024

Just wow!🤩

Looking forward to trying out these new marshmallows from great wee Scottish company Island Larder - home of The Shetlan...
02/10/2024

Looking forward to trying out these new marshmallows from great wee Scottish company Island Larder - home of The Shetland Fudge Company 🤤
We supply all our guests with gourmet marshmallows and provide toasting forks to use with the firepit. 🔥
From one island to another ( taste test mandatory of course!)😂

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23/09/2024

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Five Ayrshire businesses from across the county were successful at the 2024 West of Scotland Thistle Awards.

“The Best in the West”🥳
21/09/2024

“The Best in the West”🥳

The Boathouse at Littlemill on Arran wins Best Self-Catering or Unique Stay at West of Scotland Thistle Awards

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