Set within the Galloway and Southern Ayrshire UNESCO Biosphere, the Loch Ken Eco Bothies provide a well-equipped, beautifully furnished retreat designed for slowing down, unwinding and reconnecting with nature. With four individually styled Bothies to choose from, each offering its own unique character, you’ll find the perfect setting whether you’re planning a romantic escape for two or a relaxed family adventure.
Our purpose-built eco cabins operate entirely on renewable energy, with solar panels supplying the lighting, wood heating the hot tub and a gas system powering the stove and rain shower, while a log-burning stove keeps the interior warm and inviting. Each cabin also comes with its own wood-fired hot tub and a dedicated kayak, giving you everything you need for a luxurious and immersive wilderness escape.
Red Kite offers a well-equipped kitchen with everything from an under-counter fridge to a full oven, grill and six-burner hob, making it easy to prepare meals for everyone. With a double bedroom, a twin room and a double sofa bed, it comfortably sleeps six, providing plenty of space for families or groups. Designed as the perfect spot for a digital detox, it encourages you to switch off, slow down and enjoy uninterrupted time together.
The Red Squirrel features a fully fitted kitchen equipped with an under-counter fridge, six-burner gas hob, oven and grill, along with all the dishes, glasses and utensils needed for easy meal preparation. The bothy also offers hot running water, a rain shower and a log-burning stove for cosy heating. With a double bedroom, a single sofa bed in the open-plan lounge and the option of a small camp bed on request, it provides flexible accommodation for a comfortable stay.
Set on its own private deck with a hot tub and a hidden lochan, this unique eco cabin offers complete seclusion and exceptional comfort. Designed with sustainability at its core, it runs on solar power, is heated by a wood-burning stove and features a rain shower along with a fully fitted kitchen equipped with a small fridge, gas cooker, grill and oven, plus all the utensils needed for a cosy, romantic meal. With its sedum roof and sheep’s wool insulation, the cabin blends seamlessly into its natural surroundings, making it the perfect spot for a digital detox and a peaceful escape from everyday life.
Choosing the Osprey for your eco-friendly getaway means enjoying luxury while treading lightly on the planet. As our newest eco bothy, it combines modern comfort with sustainable design, powered by a solar farm and locally sourced wood. The space includes rain showers, ample hot water and an innovative hanging woodburner to keep you warm year round, along with a fully fitted kitchen stocked with everything needed to cater for your stay. Three beautifully furnished en-suite double bedrooms occupy the ground floor, with an additional sofa bed upstairs, providing generous room for six to eight guests to relax in style.
Your stay comes fully supplied with everything you need, from a generous stock of logs for both the wood-burner and hot tub to ensure you stay warm and relaxed throughout your visit. You’ll also have exclusive use of two double sit-on-top kayaks, two paddleboards and buoyancy aids, along with private access to the loch. To welcome you, a small selection of locally made artisan chocolate will be waiting on arrival, and plush robes are provided for those leisurely trips to and from the hot tub.
Loch Ken Eco Bothies are part of the Galloway Activity Centre, giving guests easy access to a wide range of outdoor adventures suitable for all ages, from sailing, windsurfing and paddling sports to fishing, mountain biking, archery, laser tag, climbing and even a zip wire.
There is so much to see and do in the area, including:
Threave Garden & Nature Reserve (National Trust for Scotland).
Buittle Castle.
Cairnsmore of Fleet National Nature Reserve.
Kenmure Castle.
Heart of Galloway Visitor Centre.
For more information & to book online, please visit our website.
Rates: From £805 to £2795 per week depending on season & bothy.
Maximum of 8 people.
Children are welcome.
Dogs welcome by arrangement, please enquire. £25 per dog, per stay.
Off street parking.
Disabled facilities by arrangement, please enquire for exact details.
Please note that map locations may be approximate.
Visit the accommodation owner's website.
Loch Ken Eco Bothies Website
To make a reservation or to request more information about staying at this accommodation, contact the owner Richard Hermon
telephone 01556 502011
or email [email protected]
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