About Aikenhead House
A place to escape from it all - by either going off grid and simply relaxing by the fire - or using us as a base for exploring Perthshire.
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TREASURE!
One if the many coins that we've found whilst digging the new veggie plot - along with Belfast sinks and old medicine bottles!
We also found a sword hidden between the floorboards of The Attic - we plan to get it analysed soon!... . #aikenheadhouse #theatticataikenhead #treasure #historicbuildings #archaeology #archaeological #metaldetector #smallholding #scotland
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An historical Perthshire country house with unique architectural features. The flat roof extension was built in the 1880's by the owner who had just returned from India.
The Attic is a cosy, self contained studio designed to help you relax and unwind - curling up by the wood burning stove or enjoying the rural views. It is also a great base for exploring and adventuring.
ORGANIC VEGETABLES
The organic vegetable garden is taking shape! Thank you to the Chelsea Flower Show award winning Ivy Maud Design for designing the plot and Daisy Chain Gardening for their help - two great local companies!
The paths have now been dug out and the next job is laying the hardcore then making the raised beds.
... The wild flower seed for round the outside has been ordered and will be sown in the next week or so (weather dependent!)
We can't wait to have green in the garden again! . #aikenheadhouse #airbnb #relaxexploreexperience #theatticataikenhead #organicliving #greentourism #visitscotland #thisisscotland #visitperthshire #blairgowrie #scottishholiday #scotlandisnow #ethicaltourism #organicvegetables #smallholding #selfcatering #selfsufficiency #eatmoreveggies #bedandbreakfast #scotland #scottishretreat #healthylifestyle #vegetablegarden #agritourism
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CYCLING FRIENDLY
Did you know we're very cycling friendly and a great base for both road & trail riding.
This is our road and gravel bike storage - we have space here for guest's bikes too.
... We have also just been awarded a grant to put in secure mountain bike storage - and already have a wash pad & a kit drying room. . #aikenheadhouse #theatticataikenhead #cyclinglife #cyclescotland #visitscotland #mountainbike #gravelbikes #bikestorage #cyclingholiday #scottishholiday #bespokeretreat #selfcatering #scotland #adventureeveryday #miniadventure #adventureholiday #activityholiday #holidayaccommodation #airbnb #bedandbreakfast #trilife #bikepacking #cycletouring #visitperthshire #perthshire #discoverdunkeld #dunkeldcycles
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LOVE WILD SWIMMING?
Wild swimming under a setting sun at our local loch - what better way to end the day.
.... #aikenheadhouse #airbnb #airbnbexperiences #relaxexploreexperience #wildswimming #openwaterswimming #lochswimming #trysomethingnew #ruralretreat #swimscotland #swimming #scottishholiday #bespokeretreat #selfcatering #scotland #adventurequeens #adventureeveryday #miniadventure #mentalwellbeing #getoutside #dailygratitude #sayyesmore #visitscotland #perthshire
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NEED SOME TIME OUT? (PONY CUDDLES OPTIONAL)
We have availability in The Attic this weekend. Drop us a message to book your weekend away to disconnect and recharge.
... . #aikenheadhouse #theatticataikenhead #relaxexploreexperience #disconnecttoreconnect #andbreath #visitscotland #scottishholiday #perthshire #smallholding #agritourism #horsesofinstagram #poniesofinstagram #shetlandpony #ecofriendlyliving #greentourism #getoutside #getawayfromitall #weekendaway #romanticgetaway #irishsporthorse #furbabies #timeout #mentalwellbeing #timeinnature
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THE VIEW FROM THE ATTIC
A beautiful sunrise today from The Attic at Aikenhead House. . #aikenheadhouse #relaxexploreexperience #ruralretreat #countryliving #countrylife #sunshine #visitscotland #scottishholiday #thisisscotland #theatticataikenhead #countryretreat #digitaldetox #dailygratitude #disconnecttoreconnect #bespokeretreat #beautyinnature
FORAGING
The wild garlic is back - what are your favourite recipes?
We love pesto, omelettes and risotto👌
... We are happy to show guests the best foraging spots . #aikenheadhouse #relaxexploreexperience #ruralretreat #organicliving #foragedfood #wildfood #nature #naturalliving #wildgarlic #countryliving #countrylife #smallholding #ruralliving #visitscotland #perthshire #scottishholiday #romanticgetaway #weekendaway #digitaldetox #disconnecttoreconnect #healthyfood #foodprovenance #foodforfree #visitperthshire #perthshire #seasonalfood #seasonaleating #seasonalvegetables
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THE OSPREYS ARE BACK!
Loch of the Lowes is 10 minutes down the road from us. We're just willing our own local ones to arrive safely any day soon.... You can watch them fly over the house daily from our local loch - including seeing their catch in their talons!
LOVE MARMALADE?
We can provide award winning jars!
The wonderful Bourtree Jams & Preserves who provides us with jam for our guests had just won bronze at the World Marmalade Competition!
... Well done Jackie!
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ORGANIC VEGETABLES
The sleepers for the raised bed have arrived ready for our soon to be organic vegetable plot.
Guests will be able to pick their own seasonal vegetables and herbs for small donation towards the running of the small holding.... . #aikenheadhouse #relaxexploreexperience #organicliving #smallholding #ruralliving #ruralretreat #countryliving #scottishholiday #bespokeretreat #selfcatering #scotland #ethicaltourism #greentourism #growyourfood #vegetablegarden #wholesomefood #foodprovenance #localproduce #homegrownfood #organicvegetables #organic #ecofriendlyliving #healthylifestyle #workingsmallholding #seasonalvegetables #seasonalfood
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We have availability mid week next week if you want to catch the snow whilst it's here! ⛷🏂 Drop us a message for info.
WINTER HAS RETURNED
The birds are enjoying the feeders today with winter back in full force. . #aikenheadhouse #ruralretreat #ruralliving #relaxexploreexperience #wildlifearea #wildlifephotography #airbnb #countryliving #countrylife #holidayaccommodation #wildlife #wildlifeconservation #songbirds #visitscotland #perthshire #blairgowrie #birdwatching #dailygratitude #beautyinnature #openyoureyes #digitaldetox #disconnecttoreconnect #andbreath #amomentofsilence #standandstare
WHAT ARE YOU DOING THIS WEEKEND?
The Attic ready for our guests arriving later today.
Fancy getting away from it all?
... DM us to secure the last available weekend this month. . #theatticataikenhead #aikenheadhouse #relaxexploreexperience #getawayfromitall #weekendaway #visitscotland #scottishholiday #scotlandisnow #romanticgetaway #cosy #digitaldetox #bespokeretreat #disconnecttoreconnect #andbreath #airbnb #bookingcom #selfcatering #bedandbreakfast #scotland
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SAVE YOUR FOOD WASTE!
More work done outside this week - new compost bins built by our workaway volunteers.
We ask guests to save all food waste - for compost, hens, goats or the dogs.... . #greentourism #aikenheadhouse #relaxexploreexperience #smallholding #ruralliving #ruralretreat #countryliving #organicliving #composting #biodynamicfarming #ethicaltourism #ethicaltravel #conscioustravel #visitscotland #perthshire #scottishholiday #scotland #blairgowrie #homegrownfood #homeproduce #reducereuserecycle #recycle #palletcompostbin
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2019 PLANS
With the milder weather we've been hard at work outside clearing space for the new composting area.
After that we're going to get going on the large organic vegetable garden.... . #aikenheadhouse #relaxexploreexperience #ruralretreat #scottishholiday #theatticataikenhead #greentourism #ethicaltourism #composting #foodwaste #organicliving #smallholding #selfsufficiency #choppingwood #stihlchainsaw #scotland #workingsmallholding #farmlife #croftinglife #visitscotland #authenticliving
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HIGHLAND BOUNDARY
This week we visited another local producer - Highland Boundary in Alyth - to try their Birch & Elderflower botanical spirit.
This unique spirit captures the flavours of the Scottish wilderness - a perfect drink to enjoy at Aikenhead House after a day of adventure.
... We can have a bottle waiting for you in The Attic if requested. . #aikenheadhouse #relaxexploreexperience #theatticataikenhead #ruralretreat #scottishholiday #bespokeretreat #scotlandisnow #scotland #holidayaccommodation #airbnb #bedandbreakfast #selfcatering #localproduce #buylocal #supporinglocalbusinesses #smallbusinesses #locallysourced #scottishspirit #highlandboundary
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ECO FRIENDLY ACCOMMODATION
Picking up fresh bread for our guests from ARAN Bakery - taking the scenic route over the moor!
We are passionate about reducing our carbon footprint and bring environmentally friendly - so try to use our bikes instead of the car wherever possible.... . #aikenheadhouse #relaxexploreexperience #theatticataikenhead #ecofriendlyliving #greentourism #visitscotland #scottishholiday #ethicaltourism #buylocal #cyclinglife #cyclescotland #carbonneutral #visitperthshire #visitperthshire #dunkeld #meridabikes #mountainbiking #bedandbreakfast #selfcatering #ethicaltravel #ecofriendly #ecofriendlytravel #bespokeretreat #blairgowrie
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