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Ashwhin Retreat - Delightful Accommodation for One or Two People

As you will see on the plan, the shared entry, small office and therapy room are on the left, with your space on the right - although in practice the entire building is yours to use, except if I have a day client in for a therapy session, or I need access personally - like doing my yoga or meditation.

You may use the computer in the office to access your email and the internet if you wish. The office also contains most of the infamous library, and a collection of artwork for sale. We also sell cards, our own flower essences, meditation stools and vouchers.

You have a light, spacious bed/sitting room overlooking Dunstaffnage bay and marina, with the shared terrace just outside the patio entrance (from the bed-sitting room). The main room also contains a shower.

There is a separate kitchen area, and a wash room with toilet, accessed by an airy hallway.

We have nearly 3 acres of garden for you to enjoy, and Dunstaffnage Castle, several coves and beaches and woodland walks are all a gentle stroll away.

The entire building has a non-smoking policy. However, guests may smoke in the garden.

Kitchen Amenities

cooking utensils,

crockery,

glasses,

storage for provisions -

in fact everything we could think of to make your stay perfect, including

• toaster,

• kettle,

• caffetiere and

• refrigerator

• combination oven that allows you to grill, microwave or convector oven

• double hotplate,

• splashback,

• new counter

• extractor hood to keep the cooking smells down.

General Amenities

• Towels and bed linen are provided

• As are hand and tea towels for the kitchen

• Basic cleaning materials.

• Heating and hot water are included in daily/weekly charge - provided as electricity on a green tariff.

• We have a vast collection of books from Sci-fi to self improvement that you are welcome to enjoy when you are here.

• We have reached a compromise in terms of entertainment in that we have provided a television with a DVD and VHS player (and a collection of VHS tapes & DVDs), however the television does not have an aerial, as we expect that you will wish to escape from normal life, news, and the usual television programming for a while.

• There is also a range of music CDs and tapes, and a machine to play these on.

• Washing, drying and ironing facilities are available on request.

The Welcome

My partner Peter and I, and our delightful gaggle of four footed children live in the farmhouse just beside the Ashwhin clinic and retreat. We are always available to answer your questions, and there are two sheets of useful information in the flatlet, and a drawer full of information on local places of interest.

Whilst Peter and I will give you as much privacy as you could possibly wish, Mischa, Jessie, Andy, Keifer, Zairtu, Simba and Dana will instantly adopt you as theirs.

So if you are not an animal lover then this is NOT the retreat for you!

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Thank you for your friendship. healing, advice and hospitality. I have had a wonderful few days with you and "your family". My return will not be far in the future!

Katherine
Paisley
Scotland

It's hard to put into words how special Ashwhin has been for me. Warm and friendly welcome, beautiful surroundings, the love and attention of the animals. A real home away from home... but so much more! This has to be down to the talent and beauty of both Derby and Peter.

Debbie
Glasgow
Scotland

Thank you fro creating the perfect sanctuary for me to be alone to reconnect with myself again. I have enjoyed being taken on walks by Jessie and Andy and the company of the cats.

Carol
Lochgair
Scotland

It started with the warmest welcome by Ashwhin’s “furry friends”. I knew it was going to be”purr-fect”! Derby’s healing hands and magic potions were spellbinding! Peter’s balancing aura was omnipresent! Ashwhin is the silver lining we search for in every cloud. “The perfect retreat”! Thank you.

Karen
Aberdeen
Scotland

Beautiful walks with Jessie and Andy. Thank you Derby for your counselling, talks and helping me to find myself. Peter your artwork is truly beautiful. I’ll miss Mischa purring away on my head and the kittens too and keifer. See you all soon.

Karen
Derbyshire
England

Thank you all so much for a short and very sweet adventure. The healing was wonderful and the TLC from Andy and Jessie on our walks, just incredible. Much love to all.

Jane
Glasgow
Scotland

I feel so much better after my peaceful yet challenging few days here. Thank you Derby and Peter for your support and conversation, and to Jess and Andy for the play and walks, and to the cats for the company. Wishing you all the best for the future in this lovely part of the world or wherever life takes you.

Clare
Derbyshire
England

Has been really enjoyable staying here. Quiet and relaxing and definitely 'ideal' place for a "getaway". See you Soon

Shan and Patrick

Scotland

Another lovely stay. Its great to be back again and see everyone. Its just like coming home.

Susan
Aberdeen
Scotland

Mischa; and Keifer; and new puppy Dana playing with Andy; Andy and Jessie waiting to play; Zairtu and Simba