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The Blog

The Old Cheeseloft.

January 25, 2016

We are currently renovating the old cheeseloft down here at Ross into our third and final holiday cottage.  Works are going well and decisions being made about kitchens, bathrooms and furniture although we are a little way off that at the moment – but you need to plan well in advance! We will be drawing

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Christmas light switch on in Kirkcudbright.

December 21, 2015

Albeit wet, cold and miserable, Philippa and I set off to be there for the Christmas light switch on and to see Santa in town.  After some carol singing, in the rain the lights were on and if you drive through Kirkcudbright after dark I am sure you will agree they look splendid.

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Feeding on the frosty morn.

December 21, 2015

No matter whatever the weather here at Ross there are always animals to feed and look after.  A lovely frosty morning whilst out walking the dogs around the bay, I caught a snap of David on the tractor with the feeder waggon trundling along.

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December born.

December 21, 2015

Our newest arrival to the herd is this lovely Simmental cross heifer calf.

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The Rocking Reindeers.

December 21, 2015

Besides the deer out on the fields, we have our very own, handmade deer by young Stephen – aren’t they great.  Red nose pom pom by Philippa – a real family homemade effort. May 2016 be happy, healthy and wonderful for everybody. We now have our 2017 availability on the website so have a peek

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A Creel Christmas.

December 21, 2015

All set in Creel Cottage for a magical Christmas for our guests, baubles, tree glistening, tinsel hanging……..toasty and warm with that great sea view. Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to everyone.

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Christmas time.

December 21, 2015

Dairy House is all set for a cheery Christmas, with fairy lights, tinsel and baubles.  Christmas cake on the side, ice cream in the freezers, and a few presents under the tree for our guests! Merry Christmas and a Happy Healthy New Year to one and all.

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The Robin.

December 21, 2015

What a great picture of the lovely robin perched on the wooden fence just beside Creel Cottage.  Winter is here, some whistling winds, wet rain blowing, and rough seas, but some shelter down at Ross Bay by the trees.

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Snow capped distant hills.

December 21, 2015

Stunning views over the Mull of Ross towards the west.  A little dusting of snow for the perfect country winter scene.  Lovely walks over by Kirroughtree, and Newton Stewart.

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Winter wonder walk.

December 21, 2015

Super walking around Miekle Ross overlooking Ross Island, views to Cumbria and the Isle of Man.  Lots of things to see and fresh air to enjoy.  The coastal wind blowing making you ready for a nap when returning to the cosy warm house after a bowl of soup and fresh bread roll – can you

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