My husband and I spent 4 nights at The Byre with the intention being to hunker down, enjoy some peace and quiet, and make use of the pool and hot tub. We enjoyed every minute. We didn't go exploring the area but it was certainly beautiful on the drive there, and there are many outdoorsy activities nearby if that's what you want to do.
Rosie met us when we arrived and gave us a quick tour, a run down of the very reasonable house rules, and then a demo of how to work the pool and hot tub. The accommodation was lovely and clean, comfortable and warm. The kitchen was really well equipped (and spotless) which is a huge bonus if, like us, you plan to just cook for yourselves rather than go out to eat. We use the wood burning stove every day, and it was great to be able to rotate it depending on where we were sat.
There were no guests at Rosie's other property so we had use of the pool and hot tub as much as we wanted really, from 9am to 9pm. Our days tended to be swim in the morning, relax by the wood burning stove in the afternoon, then enjoy the hot tub in the evening. Whilst the night air was really pretty nippy for heading out in our swimwear, it meant clear skies and the most amazing star gazing... don't think I've ever seen the sky at night so beautiful. Shooting stars and all!
The track up to the property is as described. We were in a regular estate car and managed perfectly fine just by taking it slow and steady. It certainly wouldn't put us off going back, which is precisely what we are planning to do. Off to check availability for another stay... :)