LifeScapers

Come Away to Scotland May 8-15, 2026
And Make Yourself at Home at The Hollies

On the Scotland Expedition we'll spend our days exploring the countryside and engaging with locals. But there will be plenty of time to relax at home as well.

We'll settle into The Hollies, a beautiful Victorian villa on the sea. Off the front hall is a living room with sea view and behind that, a games room with pool table and big screen t.v. Across the way, French doors lead from the kitchen/dining room onto a terrace that overlooks the loch. It's a lovely place to enjoy a coffee in the morning or a glass of wine after a day of exploring. In the garden there is a bbq, fireplace, ping pong table and boules court.

All bedrooms are ensuite and several overlook the water. The owner is a musician and has named each room after a Scottish band. They even come with their own soundtracks so you can further your cultural education while you're there.

The Expedition begins in just one month but there is still space for you if you'd like to join us. Everyone who has been says they'd look forward to coming again.

It's Not Too Late to Join the Scotland Expedition!

There is so much turmoil and ugliness in the world right now. We need to reminded every now and then to step back from it all and take some respite. Rural Scotland is the perfect place to get away from it all, and refresh your spirit with peace and beauty.

From May 8-15 I'll be hosting a small group of woman on the Scotland Expedition. Our base is a beautiful restored villa on the sea in the coastal village of Tighnabruaich. From here we'll explore the territory by land and by sea, ake a little art, make a little gin, learn a little Gaelic, swim in the sea. It's not too late to join us. There is still a spot open for you. It will be grand.

Cost: $5,500 CAD includes accommodation, all activities and most meals.

The world is too much with us; late and soon,
Getting and spending, we lay waste our powers;
Little we see in Nature that is ours;
We have given our hearts away, a sordid boon!
- William Wordsworth

When I read the news or my Facebook feed these days I feel the heavyness of it all and resonate with the words of poet William Wordsworth. His response was to spend some time by the seaside to restore perspective. I think it’s medicine that still restores the soul today.

In a few weeks I’ll be leading a small group expedition to the less travelled cost of Scotland. Guaranteed to refresh your mind and spirit and ground you again in what is real and nurturing. The details are below. Two spaces are still open. We’d love to have you join our company.