Meet Alison
Outgoing, Sociable, Listener
You will get a unique personally tailored experience with a very warm and friendly family.
On a typical day...
I’m mostly at home/work from home.
When I host guests...
I’m helpful and hands on. I can show them where to go and help them get there.
Family Hobbies
Cycling, Swimming, Horse riding, Diet and nutrition, Chess
Hosting guests since
2010
Response Rate
100%
Response Time
Within one hour
About the Homestay
- Welcomes
- Males
- Females
- Couples
- Families
- Students
Our family home is situated in a leafy suburb, just outside of Glasgow, 15 mins drive( approximately 5 miles) to the North of Glasgow City. There are 4/5 bedrooms, with a comfortable single rooms available to guests.
The guest bedroom on the ground floor adjacent to downstairs shower room and bidet/W.C for use by ground floor Guests. A shared an open plan lounge, with separate dining and kitchen facilities. The lounge and dining area have double patio doors leading to a wide decked area with seating and mature gardens which are not overlooked.
We are very family orientated and enjoy the outside activities as well as lazy day with a good movie.There is a leisure centre 5 mins walk from the house with public swimming pool and scenic walks along the Forth and Clyde Canal
We run a small animal boarding business from the house and out buildings accommodating rabbits, guineas and hamsters which we all enjoy. Opportunity will be given to be introduced to our pets.
You need to like pets, ==BE A NON SMOKER== and family friendly. All guests are welcomed and treated as part of the family. Please note that we require a minimum stay of 2 nights. We also advise that when booking in order to service the room we require a minimum of 48 hours prior notice.
My Pets
Cat, Guinea Pig, Rabbit
House Facilities
- Swimming Pool
Bedrooms available for booking
About the Area
Our house is located in a quiet residential part of East Dunbartonshire, 15 mins drive from Glasgow City. There are also excellent bus links and the train station in Bishopbriggs is a 15 minute walk from the house and 10 minute train ride to Glasgow, or 30 minute to Stirling and 45 mins to Edinburgh.
Bishopbriggs itself has a number of restaraunts and there are 2 local larger food stores, pub and post office all within easy distance.
There is plenty of sporting and leisure activities iin a sports centre (5 mins away), nearby, scenic walks also a local catholic church, church of scotland and evangelical church.
The neighbourhood, is quiet, friendly and safe
Local Area Facilities
- Tennis
- Park
- Gym
- Golf
- Swimming
- Bowling
- Library
- Shopping Centre
- Horse Stables
- Sports arena
- Restaurant
- Bus Stop
- Train station
Meals
Hosts can offer a complimentary light breakfast at their discretion. All other meals, including a full breakfast, might incur an additional cost, if offered. Meals and any additional payment should be arranged directly with your host.
Included in the stay
- Complimentary Light Breakfast
- Use of Kitchen
House Rules
We expect a mutuality of respect for all within the family home. Equipment that is used should be placed back after use as found. Please wash your own dishes, wipe clean work surfaces and participate in family cleaning activities as required. Washing Machine can be used at agreed times to blend in with the family. One wash per week is included. Additional washes are charged at £5 each and £10 for a tumble dry. Family values persist, day guests are welcome by prior arrangement. No additional overnight guests.
Guests should avoid alcohol in excess and the use of non-prescription drugs. We usually retire around 11.00 pm, if you are a guest who regularly gets up in the middle of the night, then we would rather you looked further afield for your stay.
Smoking Rules
Your host is a non-smoker.
Smoking is not allowed.
9 Reviews
February 2024
Thankyou Alison and Mike for a lovely time. This is the first time I've used Homestay and it was an easy process. Both were very helpful and accommodating especially after an eventful journey getting there with lifts too and from the station! Alison even took me to the Burrell Collection which I was pleased to see, its easier by car. All the best to Alison and Mike with the plans for the Furry Friends Hotel. Lovely to meet some of your furry guests during my stay! Would definitely recommend.
Host reply
Thankyou Kate was a pleasure to meet you, thank you for the lovely comments, Mike and Alison
July 2022
My stay with Alison and Mike was amazing. The family gave me a lovely welcome and made me feel at home the entire time I was with them. I got to spend some time the rabbits, and Alison even took me to see the hills one afternoon. Also, Alison and Mike are wonderful cooks!
My room was beautiful, and the mattress very comfortable.
Would totally recommend anyone to stay with them.Host reply
Thanks Noe, it was lovely having you stay with us, your comments are very welcome, stay safe and follow your dreams .
November 2021
Staying with Alison was the one of the best things in Glasgow. She and Mike made my stay so homely, warm and far more easier than I thought. Alison and Mike are very caring, all smiles and super helpful. Alison took me for a ride in the neighbourhood on my first day to orient about the nearest bus stops, train stations and grocery stores so that I could make my way towards COP26 venue and sight-seeing.
Amidst the busy schedules, I got some quality time to spent with them and their furry friends which are gonna be forever memories, especaially the chit-chats over tea and cultural exchange we had. On my last day, they also took me for a ride and small hike to the local highlands-Campsie Fells where I had a tremendous time. Alison makes the best Banana Cakes and I could have not asked for anything more from my first visit to Europe/UK.
I must say Alison, Mike, Kirein, Claudius (the cat) and all the other furry friends are worth visiting :). They are like A FAMILY, away from the family back home!
November 2021
Staying with Alison and Mike was so easy, comfortable and homely. They were very quick to communicate with before I arrived despite my short-notice booking request, and they made me feel right at home, being very generous with sharing their home and finding the perfect balance between being friendly and helpful to me in a new city. I couldn't have asked for a better place to stay and I couldn't recommend them enough! Thank you again for having me in your cosy home.
Host reply
Thank you Isabel, it was a pleasure to host you x
July 2019
My stay with Mike and Alison's family was my first time in a Homestay and I really enjoyed it! They are a lovely family and made me feel at home. I will miss them and am grateful for the effort they made to make me feel welcome
September 2017
I stayed with Mike and Alison for 11 nights when working in Glasgow and enjoyed the time that I was there. The room was clean and tidy and was made to feel welcome by all the family. It was nice to go back HOME at night as that is how it felt. They went above and beyond to make my stay even tho I was working and not a holiday a great experience. If I ever go back to Glasgow to work in the future I just hope that I can stop with Mike and Alison again. Thanks again and 5 stars plus.
Host reply
Thanks Steve, I hope all is going well and the family are looking after you. We would both love to have you stay anytime, Alison and Mike
July 2017
I enjoyed a lot my 2 week stay in Molyneux family home, it passed so fast! They are lovely and genuinely nice people, really made me feel at home. Hope the best for them. It's very likely that I will return!
October 2016
2-month-staying in Scotland was a great experience for our 15 years old son. It was very interesting for him to learn the differences of school-systems, he had very interesting field trips into the Scottish highlands and he could improve his English language. He felt very good in the host family and the Teen Ranch weekend was exciting.
July 2016
Very friendly , hospitable and easygoing people . All facilities are of good quality . I've enjoyed my stay very much .
How do I book?
Contact the host to check their availability and ask them any questions you have about staying with them. Once the host confirms they’re available for your dates, you can complete your booking.
When do I pay?
Once a host confirms they're available, you can go ahead and pay the 15% booking fee (maximum of 250 $£€ for longer term bookings) and a 25% deposit using a choice of payments: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Maestro, Laser, JCB & PayPal. The deposit is collected in advance on behalf of the host to protect against no show or late cancellations (within 7 days of arrival). You then pay your host the balance due on arrival. The 25% deposit payment is made to the host 2 business days after your scheduled arrival date. This deposit payment will only be refunded if you cancel the booking at least 7 full days prior to arrival.
When can I share my contact details?
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