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Great Coastal Pub Walks in Scotland – ‘Balcary Bay and Rascarrel’

March 31, 2023 By Tim Wells With Comments are off for this post

Scotland has some stunning coastline, many great walks and a wonderful selection of pubs. Why not combine and enjoy all three, get out and explore the coastline delights, fresh sea air followed by a well-earned refreshing reward at a lovely pub. This particular walk is listed as one of the ‘13 Beautiful Coastal Pub Walks

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Baaaa spring has sprung….

March 20, 2023 By admin_db With Comments are off for this post

Lambing and calving time is upon us.  On your great coastal walks you will see new lives galore……a baa here or a moo there.  Make sure you keep your eyes open for the deer, hares, and all the wild birds which are in abundance…..respect our countryside and animals and you will be rewarded with the

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Destination Balcary Farmhouse

Review of 2022 of Destination Balcary from our Lovely Guests

December 28, 2022 By Tim Wells With Comments are off for this post

As 2022 draws to a close we have had a chance to reflect on an exciting year here at Destination Balcary. We only opened up the doors a few months ago and have been looking back at some of the wonderful feedback and reviews we’ve received from guests staying at our cottage. We pride ourselves

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Christmas ready 2022…….

December 19, 2022 By admin_db With Comments are off for this post

Its been a rollercoaster of a year, with The Farmhouse opening in July and welcoming many guests to enjoy staying in a place like no other.  The views are ever-changing with the weather, this being our December shot of the lovely frosts looking over the fields from the direction of the house towards the Lake

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Live the life you should……

December 19, 2022 By admin_db With Comments are off for this post

Take a leaf out of our sheeps book…………..look at the life they live……walking the cliff paths, sitting in the sun, grazing the natural habitat, breathing in the fresh air, minding their own business, star gazing, no light or air pollution, people watching (now I bet thats an education!!) what more would you ever wish for?

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Balcary to Hestan Island

The best coastal walk in the SW of Scotland……..

August 31, 2022 By admin_db With Comments are off for this post

We are maybe bias, but I think many folk both local, and guests alike will agree that the stunning coastal path around the perimeter of the farm is one of the most scenic you will find.  The cliff path from the Balcary Bay is not for the faint hearted but brave it and the most

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Destination Balcary Farmhouse

Destination Balcary – The Farmhouse Renovations & Decorating Update

June 9, 2022 By Tim Wells With Comments are off for this post

We are getting there, everyday it is exciting to see our house taking shape as we have hoped. All is progressing well toward our target summer launch date, availability will be announced soon. We are looking forward to welcoming our first guests to The Farmhouse at Destination Balcary to enjoy the outdoors, the freedom, peace,

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