Smallholding in Aberdeenshire

Banff, United Kingdom
  • 3dog
  • poultry
  • farm

Dates

Rosie
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Introduction

We moved to our small farm in 2011. We live the life of typical smallholders e.g. we keep hens for eggs, grow own vegetables and make cider. We also produce a small amount of knitting yarn each year. We live in a beautiful river valley. We

Home & location

Our home, which is a farm house, is full of character and would be your home, whilst you were with us. We do also have a small two bedroom cottage, which on occasion we might offer as accommodation. We are in an isolated rural location

houseHousebeachBeachcountrysideCountrysideNot accessible by public transport

Amenities

Amenities

Internet & Office

Wifi

High-speed

Dedicated workspace

Office

Kitchen

Stove

Electric

Oven

Toaster

Kettle

Fridge

Freezer

Dishwasher

Cooking basics

Pots, pans, cutlery, glasses, oil, salt & pepper

Heating & Cooling

Heating

CentralLog burner

Bathroom

Bath

Shower

Hairdryer

Bathroom essentials

Towels, toilet paper, soap

Outdoor Spaces & Leisure

Scenic views

Garden

Patio

Balcony

Outdoor dining area

Parking & Transport

Parking

Free off-street parking

Seating Areas

Sofa

Dining area

Entertainment

TV

Streaming servicesDVD / Blu-ray player

Safety & Security

Fire alarm

Fire extinguisher

Carbon monoxide alarm

First aid kit

Cleaning

Washer

Dryer

Vacuum cleaner

Iron

Wifi (High-speed)Free off-street parkingScenic viewsGardenPatio

Responsibilities

Each day you would be required to feed, groom and turn out the donkeys. Muck out the stables and make them up again. Bring the donkeys in after six hours of grazing. Once a week you will need to do a full yard and field shelter clean and

Meet the pets

  • Maddie

    9 years

  • Sprout

    9 years

  • Ruben

    15 years

  • poultry

  • farm animal

Sitter reviews (5)

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Lucy

The stay at Rosie and Mike's was comfortable, peaceful, and interesting. We stayed in the little cottage, which is very cosy and had everything we needed

    Stayed · 02 Jul - 16 Jul 2023
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    Grace

    It was an absolute pleasure sitting for Rosie and Mike at Wood of Shaws. It is such a beautiful place with stunning countryside and welcoming hosts. The

      Stayed · 21 Mar - 31 Mar 2023
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      Rose

      We thoroughly enjoyed our short sojourn to Mike and Rosie's farm in bonny Scotland. Though it was a brief visit, it was packed with memories and learning new

        Stayed · 11 May - 22 May 2022
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        Paul

        It was a truly unique and wonderful sit for Rosie and Mike. They are great hosts, warm and welcoming and we enjoyed our evening meals together chatting and

          Stayed · 02 Oct - 15 Oct 2021
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          Caroline

          We had a marvellous time at Rosie and Mikes. Their house and grounds are absolutely gorgeous and filled with all sorts of birdlife. The domestic animals are

            Stayed · 10 Aug - 16 Aug 2021

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