A New Chapter: óm holistic at The Bothy, Rudding Estate, Harrogate 🌿

A dream come to life

What started as a little dream, a space tucked away amongst fields, cows, and birdsong, has become somewhere that already feels alive with calm, warmth, and connection.

Each woman who’s walked through the door has brought her own energy and story, and it’s been such a joy to watch the space hold that so beautifully.I feel so grateful for everyone who’s made the journey to The Bothy, and for all the love that’s been shared: the cards, flowers, thoughtful gifts, and kind words. Every single one has meant more than I can say. Thank you for making these first weeks so special.

Finding the right place

The Bothy sits on the Rudding Estate, on the Leeds side of Harrogate near Follifoot, only around twenty minutes from my Moortown studio. It’s close enough to feel familiar, yet far enough to feel like stepping away from everything.

Why I created The Bothy

I’ve never worked in a busy salon or rented a room somewhere. I’ve always worked quietly, independently, in spaces that hold energy gently. Over time, though, I felt a pull to create something new, a purpose-built space designed with intention, where every detail feels calm, warm, and deeply welcoming. I wanted it to feel like a home, not a salon, not a shop, not a treatment room. Somewhere I’d happily live, if I could.

Room to grow

The Bothy gave me the chance to spread my wings a little. The larger space means I can offer more of the treatments I feel called to, the ones that take time, space, and flow. It’s allowed me to bring in a full-size electric heated massage table that supports both my clients’ comfort and my own posture and health, something I simply couldn’t fit in the garden studio.

Every treatment here begins with a foot soak and a warm drink, giving time to arrive fully before we begin. The space has also made it possible to welcome pregnancy massage clients, and even offer two-person experiences where two guests can come and receive treatments together.

The rhythm of The Bothy

Over the past couple of months, I’ve settled into the rhythm of this new space, lighting the candles, opening the windows to fresh air, hearing the cows in the distance. It’s taken on its own heartbeat now, calm and steady, and I love watching how people instantly soften the moment they arrive.

Inside the space

Upstairs is where the treatments unfold, with soft lighting, heated blankets, and rituals that honour body, mind and soul.Downstairs, there’s a small lounge with tea, slow music, and space to just be. No rushing in or out, just time to land softly before your treatment begins and to ground again before you leave.

What makes it special

Every detail, from the oils to the flow of each ritual, has been chosen intentionally.It’s still me, the same hands, the same energy, just held in a setting that allows a deeper kind of rest.

Over these past weeks, I’ve offered treatments like The Altar of You and Two Souls, One Sanctuary, and every visit has reminded me why I created this space: to offer true holistic care, connection, and time.

An invitation to visit

If you’ve ever felt like you needed to get away but didn’t want the formality of a spa, I think you’ll love it here.It’s peaceful, a little wild, and full of heart.

Thank you again to everyone who’s supported, visited, shared, and cheered me on. And if you haven’t been yet, I can’t wait to welcome you soon.

With warmth and gratitude,

Alaine x