We have put a lot of effort into the house and money. Decorating, doing the garden up, putting outside lights in and modernised the place. The landlady is nice enough, she's from Zimbabwe and but lives in Nottingham. Far distance from Scotland!! I think she would understand, only problem is her cock of a partner. He rang us moaning that we wanted to put the rent in early because I was working away. Honestly the house is in mint condition and far better than when she rented it to us. Just need something a bit better for the money I'm paying. Might just be honest and offer the deposit if I want