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Vacation rentals in Scotland

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Top-rated vacation rentals in Scotland

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Tiny home in Drimnin
Unique and Secluded AirShip with Breathtaking Highland Views
Retreat to the deck of this sustainable getaway and gaze at the twinkling constellations under a cosy tartan blanket. AirShip 2 is an iconic, insulated aluminum pod designed by Roderick James with views of the Sound of Mull from dragonfly windows. Airship002 is comfortable, quirky and cool. It does not pretend to be a five star hotel. The reviews tell the story. If booked for the dates you want check out our new listing The Pilot House, Drimnin which is on the same 4 acra site. The kitchen has a toaster, electric kettle, tefal halogen hob, combination oven/microwave. All pots and pans, plates, glasses ,cutlery provided. All you will need to bring is your food. worth stocking up on your way in as Lochaline is the nearest place to shop which is 8 miles away. The AirShip is situated in a beautiful, secluded position on a four-acre site. Stunning views reach across the Sound of Mull towards Tobermory on the Isle of Mull and out to sea toward Ardnamurchan Point.
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Cottage in Stronachlachar
Lochside Cottage
Lochside Cottage has stunning loch views, is pet-friendly and has a wood-burning stove. Sleeps 8 in beds (+2 sofabed), all bed linen and towels are provided. It is a beautiful rural location, surrounded by forests and mountains, with a wide range of shops, services, and visitor attractions available within a hour's drive. Lochside Cottage is near to many different lochs and woodland walks, which all have their own character. It is very quiet and peaceful, and is an ideal waterside retreat.
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Vacation home in Snizort
57° North - Stunning Holiday Home, Isle of Skye
57° North is a modern, spacious architecturally designed holiday home with expansive views over rolling croft land and Loch Snizort. Located just 10 minutes from Portree, it is well placed to explore all of Skye's stunning attractions. Sleeping up to 8 people in 4 bedrooms with a large open plan Kitchen and dining room, 57° North is the perfect escape for multi generational holidays, families or friends. Explore and Recharge amongst the splendour that the Isle of Skye has to offer.
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Homes in Scotland

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Home in Cumbria
Wythop School, Lake District
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Home in Aviemore
Spectacular Modern House
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Home in Netherthird
Rural retreat with fabulous panoramic views
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Home in Bridge of Allan
Drovers Lodge
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Home in loch lomond scotland
Loch Lomond area. Luxury Cottage with hot tub.
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Home in Highland
Spacious Peaceful Highland Retreat
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Home in Cumbria
Stunning Cumbrian Barn Conversion with Hot Tub
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Home in Barry
Ravensby Hall, Carnoustie
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Home in Brig o'Turk
Unique Scottish Country House Trossachs,Callander
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Home in Cumbria
New 2 Bedroom Barn conversion in the Eden Valley
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Home in Argyll and Bute Council
Luxury Loch Views Cottage & Hot Tub Retreat
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Home in Warkworth
Rural 2 bedroom cottage, 3 miles from the coast
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Your guide to Scotland

Welcome to Scotland

Every corner of Scotland seems to have a dramatic story to tell: This is an ancient landscape marked by crumbling castles, green hillsides where clans once battled, and, of course, deep lochs said to hide at least one mythical monster. The northernmost country in the United Kingdom claims rugged mountains, craggy shores, and cities that look like medieval fantasies. Yes, you’ll probably notice a few kilted street performers puffing on bagpipes as you explore heritage sites like Edinburgh’s Royal Mile, the historic heart of the regal capital. But there’s a lot more to this proud nation than its most visible clichés.

In the Lowlands, the majority of the Scottish population resides in Edinburgh and Glasgow, the largest city. Together they form an area known as the Central Belt. Where Edinburgh delivers on Scottish landmarks and grandeur, Glasgow gives you counterculture hot spots. As you move into the Highlands, some of Scotland’s most romanticized vistas come into view, with villages wedged into narrow valleys and towering mountains like Ben Nevis reaching monumental heights. As you explore the mysterious ruins, misty islands, and sprawling national parks, you’ll find Scotland retains some of Western Europe’s wildest and most remote places.


The best time to stay in a vacation rental in Scotland

Scotland is a country known for its internationally famous festivals, culminating in August with the Edinburgh International Festival and Edinburgh Festival Fringe taking over the capital for a month of performances and events. Summer is also the warmest and driest season, when Scotland’s northerly position makes for long, sunny evenings and a festive vibe wherever you go. Crowds are noticeably thinner in spring and early fall, when you can experience the major cities and tourist sites more like a local. Winter gets unrelenting rain and occasional snow, but you’ll still find plenty of cozy indoor hubs, historical and otherwise, where you can stay warm.


Top things to do in Scotland

Glasgow’s West End

Glasgow’s fashionable and leafy West End comprises several low-key neighborhoods filled with art museums and galleries, locally owned shops, and some of the most celebrated Scottish restaurants. Take a gander at Argyle Street or duck in cobbled Ashton Lane to get the pulse of Glasgow’s resurgence as a cultural epicenter. This is also home to one of the city’s favorite greenspaces, Kelvingrove Park, where you’re treated to views of the iconic gothic architecture of Glasgow University.

Eilean Donan Castle

Cross a stone bridge to a tiny tidal island, where several castles have stood guard since the 13th century. In the early 20th century, reconstruction efforts turned the foreboding ruins into one of the most photographed landmarks in Scotland. Its scenic position at the meeting point of several sea lochs makes Eilean Donan Castle alone worth the detour to the Western Highlands to witness the sight for yourself. It’s a popular stop on the way to the nearby Isle of Skye, a magical place with several of its own photogenic castles as well as the iconic Fairy Pools, a series of waterfalls in the Glen Brittle forest.

North Coast 500

From Inverness, take one of Scotland’s most scenic drives along the narrow, twisting roads looping through the lesser-traveled North Highlands. The 516-mile (830-km) trip, designated as a touring route in 2015, passes some of the United Kingdom’s most remote fishing villages and harbor towns. You’ll see barren beaches, jagged coastal cliffs, and islands just offshore. While you could drive the North Coast 500 in a day, take a slower roll and give yourself several days to sightsee castles, trek natural trails, and maybe even spot the Northern Lights here at the tip of Great Britain.

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