Respite Breaks

 These short stays are free or subsidised, depending on individual need, and include:

• Comfortable and secure accommodation at our base in Scotland
• All meals provided
• Travel contribution for guests on low incomes
• A peaceful, welcoming and inclusive environment
• Time to rest, reset, and relax. No obligations.
• A beautiful corner of Scotland to explore.
• A chance to meet our resident chickens and border collie, who are extremely committed to emotional support. There is also a cat who is a bit judgemental.

Because rest is not a luxury — it’s a lifeline.

Many trans and non‑binary people spend their lives in fight or flight mode, and it takes its toll on the immune and nervous systems, affecting both physical and mental health.

Esse House UK was created with a simple idea: 

for the community, by the community.  

We’re doing this because everyone deserves rest, space, and a moment of peace; and because nobody should have to face hard times without a support network.