When planning for your next Scotland getaway, why not take a look at the country’s glorious range of beautiful, cosy holiday cottages to give your stay that really unique and special feel? Holiday cottages in Scotland come in all shapes and sizes, from rustic bothies, perfect for getting your head down during an outdoors adventure, to top-of-the-range, luxury cottages, packed full of mod-cons.
Often set in the heart of Scotland’s most stunning landscapes, holiday cottages are ideal for those looking to explore everything from the country’s rugged, mountainous landscapes in the Highlands, to the sweeping, dramatic coastlines of the Hebrides, or one of Scotland’s 30,000 tranquil lochs and lochans. Unlike many hotels, holiday cottages may even welcome four-legged members of the family too, so the whole clan can bask in the natural beauty Scotland has to offer, however many feet or paws they’ve got to explore on.
Alternatively, if you’re more of a culture vulture keen to head into one of Scotland’s historic towns or cities, you can find a wonderful holiday cottage to meet your needs too. Holiday cottages can also cater for everyone from couples – making for a cosy, romantic break, snuggled up beside a crackling log fire – right up to large numbers for big family reunions or even hen and stag parties, complete with hot tub and brick barbeque. Self-catering cottages also allow you the freedom to whip up a culinary delight of your own creation – perhaps using some of Scotland’s delicious fresh, local produce – order in a takeaway for a lazy movie night, or head into a local town or village to sample the area’s cuisine at a pub or restaurant.
Whatever type of getaway you’re after, holiday cottages are the perfect option for exploring at your own pace during the day and having your own space to relax in of an evening. Here are some suggestions for the wonderful range of holiday cottages available for you to consider for your next Scottish escape.
Pet Friendly Cottages in Scotland
Enjoy a holiday with the whole family – four-legged members included – by taking up residence in one of Scotland’s numerous pet-friendly holiday cottages. These are perfect for those who love to explore the natural surroundings with the furriest (we assume!) family member in tow, or who simply want to enjoy the company of their pet away from the daily grind.
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Unique Cottages in Scotland
Romantic Cottages in Scotland
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Cottages For Groups in Scotland
What better way to spend time with family and friends than in one big holiday cottage? A great option for big groups who perhaps don’t get together too often and want plenty of time and space to socialise, without being restricted to hotel rooms. Scotland has plenty of holiday cottages big enough to accommodate a whole range of group sizes under one roof.
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Luxury Cottages in Scotland
Thatched Cotages
Bothies
A great, cheap – and often free – option for adventurous travellers while exploring the beauty of Scotland’s rugged and wild landscapes. Bothies allow you to pop in as and when the need arises, to escape the weather for a couple of hours or get your head down overnight, before starting the next day’s adventures.
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Log Cabins
Bask in a fantastic, back-to-nature experience with a stay in a Scottish log cabin. The perfect way to make you truly feel like you’re enjoying the wilderness but without having to fight to erect a tent on day one, log cabins are the ideal compromise.
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Cottages Near the Beach
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Lochside Cottages
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Cottages with Hot Tubs
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Remote Cottages
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Cottages for Family Getaways
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Find a Cottage by Area
The diversity of Scotland’s beauty is what sets it apart and makes the country such an alluring proposition, regardless of what type of holiday you’re after.
From breath-taking natural landscapes, to towns and cities steeped in fascinating history, romantic chocolate box villages and dramatic coastlines, Scotland and its islands really do have it all.
So, whether you fancy relaxing in pure tranquillity, taking on an adrenaline-fuelled challenge, exploring beautiful scenery on an active break, learning about ancient history, tucking into sumptuous cuisine or enjoying family fun on the beach – or maybe even a little of everything – Scotland’s got you covered.
The only challenge is narrowing down your options and deciding not only what your next getaway will entail, but which stunning part of Scotland you’ll head to first. But the real beauty is, whatever you settle on, you can’t really go wrong.
Aberdeenshire
Located on Scotland’s east coast, Aberdeenshire is a glorious destination boasting historic castles, royal heritage, the rugged beauty of the Cairngorms and of course, the bustling city of Aberdeen.
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Argyll & Bute
Home to jaw-dropping scenery, including Loch Lomond, Glencoe, the Mull of Kintyre, Ganavan Sands and Fingal’s Cave, plus a host of wonderful distilleries, ancient ruins, castles, the picturesque resort town of Oban, and the chance to spot spectacular wildlife, Argyll and Bute makes for a perfect getaway.
Ayrshire
Cairngorms
One of Scotland’s most visited areas, Cairngorms National Park is a giant adventure playground. Scale mountains, trek though forests, gaze across tranquil lochs, canoe down rivers, spot wildlife, explore picturesque villages, have a tipple in a local distillery and even go skiing. The only danger is wanting to extend your stay indefinitely.
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Caithness
Dumfries & Galloway
Dundee & Angus
Edinburgh & Lothians
Scotland’s capital attracts around 4.3million visitors per year to its historic, cobbled streets, making it the second most visited city in the UK. With so much to see and do in Edinburgh itself, be careful not to neglect the surrounding areas and all the beautiful countryside and hidden gems tucked away in the Lothians.
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Fife
Taking in Dunfermline, St Andrews and Kirkcaldy, Fife is the ideal escape for golf lovers, history buffs, outdoors adventurers, culture vultures, foodies – in fact, pretty much everyone. The 117-mile long Fife Coastal Path provides spectacular scenery, while the regions quaint towns and villages are ideal for rest and relaxation.
Glasgow
Nestled on the banks of the River Clyde, Glasgow is famed for being Scotland’s culture capital. With a thriving music scene and world-class museums, alongside being home to the Scottish Ballet, Scottish Opera and the National Theatre of Scotland, visitors are spoiled for choice.
Inner Hebrides
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Inverness
Isle of Arran
Isle of Skye
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Loch Lomond
Lochaber
Morayshire
Orkney Islands
Outer Hebrides
Perthshire
Ross and Cromarty
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Scottish Borders
Shetland Islands
Stirlingshire
Sutherland
Right up in the Scottish Highlands, Sutherland offers peace and tranquillity unlikely to be equalled. Pristine white sands will draw you in and the glistening lochans, reflecting dramatic mountain ranges, will keep you rooted to the spot in awe. The beauty here is simply unsurpassed.
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