Such a lovely little bothy, maintained by the Scottish Mountain Bothy Association and owned by the Fionnaraich Estate. It was originally a stalkers' cottage and was renovated for use as a bothy in 1986. We stopped there for a wee rest and a cup of coffee on the way back from our walk on Thursday.
Lonely and beautiful. I was glad to read it was built as a stalkers cottage and was someone’s home back in the days of “shanks pony”.
Of course, you two would have been up to it. 😊
A lifeline for you walkers & climbers I bet. A complete refuge in a beautiful area. Autumn colours too! You will be winding down your Munro’s too I expect.
I like the diagonal lines through the scene that show off the shelter. I would imagine it is nice to see one of these when tired and hungry and the weather is not at its most hospitable.
It looks so small against the large mountain behind it. And the coloring is different from the others. At least it seems that way in the picture! Great shot.
Fabulous shot & excellent composition. I've learnt a new word today - I had to google what a Bothy was! We have similar here in Australia in our Snowy Mountains area
@gilbertwood It's just a shelter, really. Generally not furnished, but a place to lay your head (with your own sleeping bag, mattress, etc.) - either planned or unplanned. Often with the possibility of lighting a woodburning stove or fire for warmth, and spending an evening with like minded folk. We love to see the bothies, but have never actually used one! This one was particularly well maintained with lovely wooden linings and floorboards.
Of course, you two would have been up to it. 😊