Testimonials"A taste of Eastern Magic in the tranquil setting of the glorious Scottish Borders in Devanna. Roulotte Retreat gave us the restful, restoring and rejuvenating experience we were both looking for. Thank You So Much To Alan & Avril." Clare and Vince, Edinburgh (August 2010) “It was indeed a leap of faith for me to contemplate spending a night in the Bowtop. Eventually my husband persuaded me to give it a try and I can honestly say I was not disappointed. Sitting in the warmth, listening to gentle music in the background and enjoying a glass of wine, the night spent in the bowtop was hyggelige* beyond our dreams. The patter of the rain on the roof lulled us to sleep, we woke refreshed after the best night’s sleep either of us had enjoyed for a long time. We were only disappointed that we could only stay one night.” 
(*Hygge ['hoo-ga']: Hygge is an important element of the Danish mentality meaning a deep sense of place & well-being; a feeling of friendship, warmth, contentment and peace with your immediate surroundings) Audrey and Finn, Denmark (August 2009) "We so enjoyed our days and nights in Karlotta. What a magical experience it was, to lie in bed listening to the sounds of the rain in the morning looking out onto the frosty ground. Au revoir - pa gensyn!" Audrey and Finn, Denmark (October 2010) “Fantastic week! We’ve loved the space, the quiet, the stream and the owls. We have all had a great time. Thank you very much. A relaxed friendly place!!” Shrewsbury, UK “Wonderful Magical Sumptious Restoring Reviving “A truly wonderful place to stay – very peaceful and tranquil. Thanks to Avril and Alan for making such a beautiful setting.” (stayed in Devanna) Anna and Mark Kate and Neal, York "Our visit was also a birthday treat, thanks to two lovely daughters. Secret destination and we were delighted immediately. So warm and comfortable and superb countryside, also weather very kind. Vyvian & Peter, Newcastle-upon-Tyne (October 2010) "Fabulous and fun. The furnishings in Devanna were exquisite and SO comfortable and cozy. It had everything I needed. A big Thank You to Avril and Alan for this wonderful idea. Looking forward to staying again when I visit Scotland next year." Rain Chandler, Barbados (September 2010) "Earliest snow of the winter in 17 years!! Despite this, Avril and Alan ensured our stay was warm and comfortable, the snow also enhanced the scenery. Being "snowed in" was the perfect excuse to stay around the cottage with a book in front of the fire. A relaxing break was exactly what we were looking for and Avril's one-to-one Yoga session was the perfect end to our stay. Thank you for a lovely stay." Paula and Katie, Stockport, Cheshire (November 2010) "Had a great, cosy weekend in Roulotte-land! So warm, and the wood burning stove was a major highlight! Such a lovely change for a weekend. Both of us came here tired and needing a break and left feeling relaxed and (almost) ready for a return to work. Thank you!" Catriona and Stuart (February 2011) "A surprise Valentine Weekend! We had a wonderful stay and feel as a bonus we made new friends!!!! Thanks for all your help and advice to surprise my lovely Valentine! Blessed be Maria and Simon (February 2011) "What an unforgettable place to spend Valentine's Day (and a wonderful surprise)! The peaceful surroundings created such a romantic atmosphere. We thoroughly enjoyed our time in Karlotta and will surely be back for a longer stay next time!" Sara Jane and David, Glasgow (February 2011) "We thoroughly enjoyed staying in Karlotta, so cosy and warm. Thanks to Avril and Alan for making us feel so welcome. You have a wonderful place here. We look forward to coming back one day. Pauline and Richard, Manchester (March 2011) "We had a lovely time in Karlotta. Thank you Avril and Alan for a warm welcome and all the wonderful attention to detail which has gone into the making and stocking of Karlotta. Not only have we enjoyed the cosy wood burning stove but we also discovered the joys of card monopoly (genius - takes a fraction of the time of the board game). Thank you so much and we look forward to coming back here again." Rita and Jesus, Portugal and Spain, (March 2011) "What a step away from the real world and the hustle and bustle of modern day life. A great place to come back down to earth and watch the world go by. With such a great atmosphere and beautiful decor but with all the mod cons too! Would definitely visit again! Thank you Avril and Alan for making us so welcome." Cathy and Steve, Kent (March 2011) Thank you to Avril and Alan for having such a lovely place for us to come and stay. The Bowtop caravan was great. Something we always wanted to sleep in. Will definitely like to come back and stay in one of the Roulottes. Weather was also a bonus. Thanks again. Yvonne and John (March 2011) "Out Of This World!!! (Quite literally). Sheer tranquillity with the most warm and friendly hosts, Alan and Avril. you really do have something special here. Definitely see you again, sooner rather than later. Thanks for the most wonderful experience." Norman and Deb, Sunderland (April 2011) "Cosy fire, Relaxing, Fantastic hot stone massage! Delicious tablet, Lovely, Wonderful, Gorgeous Colours, Sumptious, Great Champagne, Run the Gauntlet geese! Thank you! A wonderful present from wonderful friends! [created a lovely drawing too!] Michele and Alex, Edinburgh - Devanna (March 2011) "Fantastic place, unique and beautiful! Perfect last minute decision! Love the wood-burning stove. Great location. Would love to come back, and will recommend to all! [beautiful drawing of Devanna, too] Chris and Alison, Glossop, Derbyshire - Devanna (March 2011) "What a wonderful place to stay warm and tranquil especially with the whisky. Would love to visit again. Its very much us and will recommend to our friends". [Greg also drew a beautiful sketch of Greg and Char at Roulotte Retreat] Greg and Char, Devon - Devanna (February 2011) "This was my 40th birethday treat and it fulfilled my childhood fantasy of staying in a Gypsy caravan. Ruby is absolutely beautiful and our stay was enhanced by the lovely surroundings - daffodils, blue tits, brown hens and even the hissing geese! many thanks for everything." Ruth, John, Bobby and Beth, Aberdeenshire (April 2011) “One week has just been too short.” Poland "This is just what we needed now that our son is 9 months old. We were able to comfortably leave him with Grandma and retreat to this world within a world. This was a surprise for my beautiful other half and what a surprise it was. We have never been anywhere like it or experienced anything like it ... ABSOLUTELY MAGICAL ..." "I have had the most wonderful birthday I could have asked for, its been like a magical fairytale being here. Avril and Alan - you have made our stay even better with your kindness. We loved the freshly laid eggs for breakfast. Thank you for having us and we will definitely be back again!" Ross and Emma, Musselburgh - Karlotta (May 2011) xxx "We don't normally say this - but we were so glad it was rainy during our time here! It meant we could just enjoy this beautiful gem of a roulotte, drink cups of tea and stoke the wood burner - bliss! I just love the pitter patter of rain on the roof and being tucked up and cosy inside. (Also provided a great location for study for upcoming exam!) A wonderful birthday surprise - thank you! love, Caroline and Adam, Edinburgh - Karlotta (May 2011) x "We couldn't have hoped for a more ideal place for post exam and extended birthday celebrations! A fantastic hidewaway, especially when the rain and wind are doing their worst during the night. Thanks for the 'Bogie Race' tip - it was great fun! Thank you, Lindsay and Neil - Karlotta (May 2011) xx "A truly special place. An excellent wedding present from family did not disappoint. Both leaving feeling relaxed, fresh and happy. Thank you so much. See you both very soon." Mr and Mrs Murray - Karlotta (May 2011) "Thank you, thank you, thank you! A beautiful place to relax; so peaceful. We came here to work and got tons done! A great space to be creative; wonderful! Avril and Alan - thank you v. much! See you soon; since we are not 'allowed to move in', we will be back! love, George and Kirsty - Devanna (May 2011) xx "We came to Roulotte Retreat for 2 days and nights of hoped for peace and chill - that's exactly what we got, a short stay, but very very Sweet!" Alan and Clare, Edinburgh - Devanna (May 2011) x "What a fabulous place! Love the fact it's so traditional yet all mod cons. Love the attention to detail, love the wood burning stove, love the power shower ............. could go on and on! We've had a wonderful two days. Thank you. [A beautiful roulotte sketch too!] Vicky and Paul - Devanna (May 2011) “Scotland has been everything we imagined and more! This lovely cottage in its beautiful country setting is the perfect place from which to start our daily jaunts. Thank you for sharing your home and yourselves!” USA “Our first visit to the Borders, what a delightful part of the world! Had friends to stay for the weekend who were equally impressed. Avril and Alan thank you for making us feel welcome. We are hoping to return. The fresh eggs were much appreciated. Our memories will be sitting in the garden until 10.30 at night with the sounds of nature around us and the great feeling of relaxation and tranquillity.” UK “A splendid break from our hectic life in the South – the Borders really are a very special place.” UK “Have had a lovely time in this quiet, best kept secret part of the world. The cottage is very cosy and warm. Great walks on the doorstep.” London “It is only an hour away from home, but it is another world. There is so much to see and do. It feels we have barely scratched the surface.” Hexham “This is a wonderful and delightful place to stay. Warm and comfortable, with every need and wish satisfied. As a Londoner I love the peace and quiet, the stunning scenery, the local walks without having to use the car.” London “This is truly an enchanted place, we have loved staying here. It has been a trip down memory lane to be surrounded by geese, hens and chicks and the fabulous dogs.” Dornoch “What a lovely place! We have all enjoyed the beautiful scenery and peace and quiet. The boys enjoyed the log fire and watching the flames. Thank you for a wonderful place to retreat.” UK “Tucked in at the foot of the Eildon Hills, the cottage is in a lovely spot and so convenient for walking with St. Cuthbert’s Way passing the end of the driveway. Many thanks for a lovely place to stay.” Staffordshire/Hertfordshire “Brilliant holiday I really enjoyed it and don’t want to go. Thank you for making my holiday special.” “Thank you for Lily’s birthday treat. Yummy!” “Lovely quaint, quiet cottage – everything one needed for a restful holiday and space and quiet for the children. We were made to feel very welcome, had a lovely week and all came to an end too soon.” S. Wales “We have enjoyed our stay here very much. So many things to see and to do. The duck eggs tasted very well. We have enjoyed your hospitality. Maybe next year our friends will also come to stay here. Thank you for a lovely holiday.” The Netherlands “A splendid break from our hectic life in the South – the Borders really are a very special place.” UK “Many thanks for a comfortable and much needed retreat. The quietness, peace and beauty of this place was a tonic!” UK “Although we were only here for 2 days we have had a fabulous time. The cottage is lovely and the setting is so peaceful and beautiful. The little touches you make – area guides, taxi and takeaway numbers, books, games, etc. are much appreciated. We will certainly be returning for a longer stay.” UK “I loved the animals especially. The chickens were cute. I saw many small birds like robins, dunnocks, long tailed tits and more.” “Thank you for the Christmas tree and decorations – James had great fun decorating it. We really enjoyed the open fire and hope to return soon.” UK “We have had a beautiful holiday in this nice house. The colours, peace and quiet will remain in our minds.” Italy |
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