Tiny Home Borders

03/10/2024

What a wonderful world

This October look out for one the smallest bird found here at Tiny Home, a Gold Crest very hard to spot and photograph as they are always on the move.

📷 Lee conwell photography

02/10/2024

For those who listen to the podcast, here is David with the star of the show

David MacTaggart won sheep farmer of the year in 2016, and has had to adjust to working with the different character of deer.

He says although they’re also herd animals, their speed, strength and suspicious nature make them more like ‘prime athletes’, and it’s better to work with them from afar. He’s found this approach keeps things really calm, an effect notable by the lack of shouting and swearing :)

This is David with ‘Number One’ - their most friendly hind, who features on this episode of the FoodScape Podcast. 🦌🦌🦌

Have a listen to what she and David have to say about deer farming in the Scottish Borders

⬆️link above⬆️

👂🏻Listen at FoodScapePodcast.Substack.com
& on Spotify, Apple, and everywhere else 👍

02/10/2024

David and Claire MacTaggart recently featured on Podcast discussing their venture into venison farming and how this has also come to support their agritourism offering Tiny Home Borders.

In the interview host Charlotte Maberly talks not only the health benefits of venison meat but also the low environmental impact of deer farming.

https://open.substack.com/pub/foodscapepodcast/p/s2ep2-venison-with-david-and-claire?utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web

FoodScape Podcast

An interview with David and Claire MacTaggart of Hallrule Farm, discussing their venture into venison farming and how this has also come to support their agritourism offering; Tiny Home Borders.

27/09/2024

One of local dog friendly pubs, the Cross Keys in Denholm where you will be well looked after by Dave, Karen and all the team

It is a great walk from Tiny Home too!

Bonk is back 😂😂👍

25/09/2024

Book Your Cosy Hillside Retreat this Autumn and Winter! 🍂❄️

Our cosy hillside retreat on the southern slopes of Ruberslaw oozes Nordic style and design features. With your own private Lochan for paddle boarding or wild swimming, endless views of the rolling Border Hills from the wonderful outdoor deck with woodfired hot tub and Greta the cooker.

Tiny Home proves that big things really do come in small packages.

🌟Fantastic Night Skies
🐾Dog-friendly
🛁Relax in woodfired hot tub
🔥Wood burning stove
🚶Enjoy scenic walking trails
🥬Rural escape
♥️Just for 2
🏊‍♂️Wild swimming and paddleboarding🏄‍♂️



📷 Joseph Smart Watson | Lauren Hollamby

24/09/2024

A great way to spend a few hours is a walk at Rule Water Alpacas with hosts Paul and Joan. Situated on our woodland walk guests can easily walk from Tiny Home to enjoy time with Liquorice (who is with Melissa) and Nougat (who is with Paul) and the other alpacas in the herd.

Did you know, they always take 2 alpacas together for friendship.

https://www.rulewateralpacas.co.uk/your-walk.html

12/09/2024

Now September is well and truly upon us we share this lovely photo from Lee conwell photography

The night sky in this part of the county is truly magical - you can’t help but stargaze

03/09/2024

If you fancy escaping from the noise and stress of everyday life and having a bit of a digital detox, spending time at this stunning hillside retreat in one of the iconic locations in the south of Scotland, then you couldn’t choose a better place

📷 Joseph Smart Watson

02/09/2024

This September look out for the Harvest Moon as it lights up the sky with a little break in the clouds leaving a rainbow effect, absolutely stunning, not to be missed.
📷Lee conwell photography

02/09/2024

The wonderful Monteviot Lights are returning this December ❤🎆

30/08/2024

Views and sights from the walks arround

30/08/2024

The Borders Distillery working closely with local farmers to build on the stive to be a net zero distillery 👏👏👏🥃🥃🥃

Tours Monday to Saturday until the end of October https://www.thebordersdistillery.com/distillery-tour-in-the-borders/

We all know that we use 100% Borders barley at The Borders Distillery, but how do we do it? 🚜

Our Borders Growers and Distillers programme, in partnership with Simpsons Malt, ensures we have access to high quality and responsibly produced crops. 🌾 It connects our growers to our distillers, as we see our products go from seed to spirit. 🥃

And, as we strive to become a Zero Waste distillery, we work the organic by-product from distillation going to local farms where it is used to grow plants (including some delicious tomatoes!). 🍅
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29/08/2024

Craving getting away from it all on your own? Sit back read a book, take in the view, stargaze, simply enjoy your own company. Relax, detox and rejuvenate at your own pace in your own space....

Solo Stays are a growing in popularity

26/08/2024

meet Cracker, never far away from a photobombing opportunity (or maybe it is Claire and David photobombing....)

25/08/2024

And relax...never tire of the view

23/08/2024

We have some availability in September if anyone fancys a wee break away.....

Book now https://www.tinyhomeborders.co.uk/rooms

22/08/2024

Thank you to these lovely guests who left this wonderful review... 🥰

"This was one of the most memorable holidays we've ever had...and we've travelled! The moment we arrived, the views were breathtaking. 360° degrees of perfect green hills. Our Tiny Home was perfect, nestled in the landscape, it was clean, beautifully decorated,but what made it exceptional, was the special touches from the host: homemade and locally produced food and presented as arrival gifts (I don't want to spoil the surprises for guests arriving!) Our hosts have taken the time to understand what makes a perfect restful holiday and executed their assignment perfectly. From the most comfortable bedding, to the towels, the bathroom products, the blankets, the robes, but most importantly, they've designed a home that feels like you've been whisked away from the rat race & placed in a tranquil garden where nature and wildlife are the only distractions. They've taken the time to share their landscape with guests with maps and instructions of idyllic walks as if sharing with friends. This was perfect. My only regret is not staying longer and my only fear...is how does my next holiday top that!!

Wonderful, thoughtful hosts! Attention to detail and executing it to perfection." July2024

20/08/2024

Soak up nature

If you fancy a bit of paddleboarding then there are 2 boards available at Tiny Home, meaning that you and your partner can go out on the water together. You could even enjoy some wild swimming in your own private Lochan.

14/08/2024

Tiny Home pond is blooming

09/08/2024

A very delightful scene at Hallrule Farm this year a stunning field of sunflowers and wildflowers, it was full of birds and mammals.

Thanks again to Lee conwell photography for these great photos

08/08/2024

08/08/2024

A huge congratulations to 🍾

A new World Record and done sooooo comprehensively! A huge WOW 517 sheep in 9 hours!
We are delighted to be part of it and support you along the way

02/08/2024

BBQ and Venison Boxes - put the barbie on and enjoy the Scottish bank holiday weekend

Collection from the farm
Order online or give us a call 07813 708674
https://www.tinyhomeborders.co.uk/shop