This scenic Airbnb in the Scottish countryside has a two-year waitlist but theres a catch

It’s an Airbnb listing unlike any other with people often waiting up to two years to snag a stay.Tucked away in the windswept town of Wigtown, in the Scottish highlands, you will find The Open Book, a unique one-bedroom literary escape for any book lover.“The Open Book is a charming bookshop with an apartment above in the heart of Wigtown, Scotland’s National Book Town.Live your dream of having your very own bookshop by the sea in Scotland … for a week or two,” the listing reads.And that’s the twist, guests have to work the front desk of the bookstore during their stay.“We’ll give you your very own apartment and bookshop below, supported by a team of friendly volunteers to make your trip as lovely as possible,” the description explained.“The fee for your stay is low because we are a non-profit.

It covers the running costs of the holiday but that is all.A laptop and WiFi are provided.”Every single day up to September 2026 is already booked with people from all over the world traveling to the country town for the unique experience.Those who have tried and tested the Airbnb say it’s “well worth the wait”.“What a lovely experience we had at The Open Book.

Welcomed warmly by Anne, Joyce and the local community, very comfortable stay in the apartment, and lots of fun had in the shop! Worth the wait and a very unique experience,” one person wrote in the reviews section.“The flat was comfortable and had everything we needed.Running the shop was something we have been waiting three years to do and it exceeded our expectations,” said another.One woman described her stay as “sensational.” Morning Report and Evening Update: Your source for today's top stories Please provide a valid email address.

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“The flat is spacious and comfortable, and it is well-equipped with everything ...