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Self-catering holiday cottage Bliss! I moved to Auchencastle in 2021 and opened The Bothy self-catering cottage in 2022.
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I've lived in Scotland since 1999 - on Speyside, between Aberdeen and Inverness for nearly 20 years and then later in Dumfries and Galloway. I owned and ran a small pharmacy on Speyside - I loved getting to know my customers, providing the best customer service I could and especially going to trade fairs and buying fabulous stock by the case full. I've met guests from all over the world (and thei

r gorgeous dogs) and learned about so many local places to recommend to them. Trying out nearby cafes, bars and visitor attractions on behalf of future guests is a task I take very seriously! In Autumn 2024 I signed up to be a Community Leader on Airbnb. I volunteer to lead Airbnb Host events, share useful materials and connect the Airbnb Host community. In exchange, I may receive perks from Airbnb like recognition as a leader on the platform, exclusive access to events and workshops and exclusive content to share with Airbnb Host club members. They've also mentioned branded pens and key rings, which are obviously the top Grade A perks - so exciting!

09/11/2024

This Remembrance Day I’m remembering the young people who fought for our rights and privileges today. D-Day veteran John Robert’s signed up at just 13 years old! He must have seen and heard some dreadful things during the war.
Thank you everyone who has served or is serving in our armed forces - who knows what our lives would be like without your dedication?

Please join us in wishing D-Day veteran John Roberts a very happy 100th birthday 🎉

Born in India, John joined the Royal Navy at just 13 years old, studying at Dartmouth Royal Naval College.

On D-Day John was a Sub-Lieutenant on HMS Serapis - a minesweeper warship that defended Normandy against enemy ships and aircraft for over two weeks.

This June we are looking forward to marking the 80th anniversary of D-Day with Normandy veterans like John with a series of events in both France and the UK.

06/11/2024

Exciting news: Lost Shore Inland Surf Resort opens on 11th November! It is 1 hour 16 minutes drive (according to the all-knowing Google Maps) from The Bothy, so easily done in a day trip.
You can hire wetsuits that have been tested especially to check they will keep you warm in the Scottish climate. The venue has been designed with accessibility and environmental awareness as top priorities. And also good catering - you know that is always on my mind!!
https://www.lostshore.com/

01/11/2024

News update: I've signed up to be a Community Leader (Scotland) on Airbnb. I'm hoping this means I'll learn from other hosts in Scotland some hints and tips on improving guests' experience in The Bothy. I also want to find out how to use the Airbnb software better, to make it as easy as possible for people to visualise The Bothy before they book. I'd love to host people who want to stay in the beautiful Scottish countryside, with wildlife and woodland and the wood-burning stove. But equally, I need to ensure guests know that The Bothy isn't just round the corner from bars and casinos and Harvey Nichols, and they need to book somewhere a bit closer to Edinburgh if that is their top priority.

I'm going to volunteer to lead Airbnb Host events, share useful materials with other Airbnb hosts and connect the Airbnb Host community. In exchange, I may receive perks from Airbnb like recognition as a leader on the platform, exclusive access to events and workshops and exclusive content to share with Host club members. (Can you guess that the Airbnb lawyers wrote that?!) They've also mentioned branded Airbnb pens and key rings, I'll update you all is these arrive. SO exciting!!

17/10/2024

If you are staying at The Bothy on a Wednesday I highly recommend this offer! Claudio’s food is delicious 😋 Look out for a similar offer from Jan to March, they *may* have it on then too 🤞🏻

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It’s coming into the winter months and that can only mean 2 things🤩🤩

From November we will be closed on Monday and Tuesday evenings but half price pasta and pizza is back on Wednesday evenings🍝🍕

Call 01683220958 to book your table🤩🤩

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24/09/2024

Special Offer:
October / November / December 2024, subject to availability.
Direct bookings only.
£100 for the first night then £75 for each further night of your stay - no booking fees, cleaning fees, pet fees...

The Bothy has 2 double bedrooms, a well-equipped kitchen fitted in 2023, a wood burning stove, large gardens, books, smart TV, a very popular bird-feeder, travel cot & high chair...

See the information and photos on the Airbnb listing below:

https://www.airbnb.co.uk/rooms/672917067280441579?guests=1&adults=1&s=67&unique_share_id=8a92b2e1-2ea4-4f15-8ada-56dac6fa92e9

21/09/2024

The Annandale Arms Hotel has new owners. The refurbishments look great and the menus look delicious. Perhaps book a table when you next visit The Bothy?

18/09/2024

A distillery with homemade cakes? Let’s go!

06/07/2024

If you can’t make it to a Speyside distillery, why not visit a nearby distillery? And those fancy distilleries up north don’t have Goosegog Liqueur! Mmmm

There are ongoing road works on the Old Carlisle Road, but the distillery is fully accessible!

We are open for tours and tastings daily. You can also pick up a bottle or stay for some refreshments.

Opening Hours:
Monday-Saturday 10am to 5pm
Sunday 12pm to 4 pm

Tours run at 1:30 and 3:00, available for booking online.

Hope to see you soon!

02/07/2024

19/06/2024

This is a fascinating story of Moffat’s fabulous Italian restaurant. I never knew the fascinating history. And the food is so good, with a great welcome. Look out for special offers if you visit The Bothy January to Easter.

14/06/2024

Solway Tours deliver exceptional bespoke experiences. Do contact them early in your preparations for your trip to The Bothy, Auchencastle and they will make sure you get the most out of your time in Scotland. Their 2026 diary is filling up already!

09/06/2024

Last minute cancellation means that Monday 17th to Thursday 20th June are now available, at lower than usual rates. Book through Airbnb or message me via Facebook Messenger 😁. See you soon!

07/06/2024

The unicorn is the official national animal of Scotland. Here is further information for overseas visitors to The Bothy:

22/05/2024

For page followers that haven’t stayed in The Bothy yet: a little sample of The Bothy inside and out.

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Moffat
DG109SQ

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https://abnb.me/PxAiGbQMAtb

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For page followers that haven’t stayed in The Bothy yet: a little sample of The Bothy inside and out.

The Bothy, Auchencastle is a two bedroom cottage between Carlisle and Glasgow. It is 4 minutes, but simultaneously a million miles, from the A74(M). You can book a stay at The Bothy on Airbnb, search for Beattock.

Come to The Bothy and watch the birds, drink a mug of tea (or three!) and unwind. It’s not a luxurious indulgence, it’s for your blood pressure and mental health 😘 Tell your boss you’ll achieve loads more after a proper break 😬

Freddy in his hi-vis safety outfit

Freddy is ready for his run around The Bothy gardens, in his hi-vis jacket and flashing collar. If your humans are bringing you to The Bothy please remember to ask Santa for a flashing collar and a reflective jacket. The drive and garden are very dark and delivery drivers can arrive at any time. We’d hate you to bump into a bumper!

More improvements at The Bothy 😊 Thank you to Barry and Shawn McMullan, Ian and Arlene. Amazing achievements in just a week! A new kitchen has been fitted with washing machine and huge fridge-freezer. The sliding glass doors have been replaced with a lovely wooden door and cupboard. The carpet in the hallway and lounge has been replaced with hard flooring, no more scrubbing doggy foot prints and tea-bag drips out of the carpet 😊😊😊. Recycling bins have been fitted into the kitchen so there is more room around the sofas AND guests can heroically save the planet ✅ And finally, gorgeous white wooden and matching glass country-style doors have been fitted throughout The Bothy. They make such a difference, so much more light in the heart of the cottage. Thank you team! See you again for further renovations in October! PS - Have you stayed at The Bothy? Do you have any requests for the team to work on in October?