I rescind my Ode

Apparently the market to live in some ramshackle Scottish cottage is mighty fierce. Which means that my trip was a complete and utter waste of time and money. Both of which would have been better spent in sunny Seville. Where there is a 40 euro seat sale from Dusseldorf Airport at the moment. At least it's warm under my bed covers, which is where you will find me if you happen to be wondering.