The old mill is now converted into holiday apartments.
There are stables and horse riding is available along the trails once used by the Border Reivers through the debatable lands.
The wee post office opens on Monday and Thursday mornings only.
The key stone in the arch bears the initials of the first owner, Roby Dodgson, and the year of building.
There is a well stocked bar on the premises and lunches are served in summer.
I had a very pleasant morning coffee here.
Self catering and bed and breakfast accommodation is available.
This is in a sparsely populated area and would offer a very different type of holiday experience from what you would find in Dumfries, Glasgow or Edinburgh. Would ideally suit those who are into walking or horse riding.
www.baileycottages-riding-racing.com
Looking back down the road to the bridge over the Bailey Water.
A party of riders was setting out from the stables while I was there.
Next we will head a further four miles to the village of Bewcastle with its historic castle and church.
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