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VILLAS IN SCOTLAND


Lochs and lairds, mountains and even a fabled monster, Scotland is a land of immeasurable beauty. Our holiday cottages in Scotland will transport you to a calm retreat. We have holiday cottages & properties in Scotland ranging from loch-side castles to traditional cottages.

  • INTRODUCTION
  • BROWSE VILLAS
  • EVENTS
  • ACTIVITIES
  • PRACTICAL INFO

INTRODUCTION

 

Our luxury cottages in Scotland range in location from the undulating lowlands of the border counties to the dramatic mountains of the Highlands, Scotland is a region of immense, untamed natural beauty. The countryside is vivid in all senses – with heather-covered hills of purple, green and gold, cool dark waters of deep lochs and snow-capped peaks of the mountain ranges. Our rental properties are in the Highlands, at the head of the Great Glen on the banks of Loch Ness and in the coastal region of the Kingdom of Fife.

 

The Highlands are majestic in their beauty, with towering mountains, deep lochs and ancient forests. Our rental properties in the Highlands sit on the banks of Loch Ness, famous for its enigmatic ‘monster’ and dramatic castles. They include a stunning 17th century castle set in 600 acres as well as several small cottages, restored in traditional Scottish style. Loch Ness makes an excellent touring base for nearby attractions, such as Urquhart Castle, the battlefield of Culloden, whisky distilleries and the Moray Firth.

 

The Kingdom of Fife is probably best known for its links golf courses especially those in and around St Andrews. Indeed, Scotland is widely regarded as the ‘Home of Golf’. There is more to the region than teeing off, however. There are ancient castle to explore and lots of outdoor activities such as horse riding and coastal walks. Scotland’s capital city, Edinburgh is also just over an hour’s drive away and offers an active cultural scene. Our rental properties in Fife are located in the University city of St Andrews, with easy access to the famous golf courses as well as the restaurants and coastal walks.

 

Scotland’s rich heritage is exemplified in the culture – from its immediately identifiable music and dance to its gastronomy. Despite its reputation, Scottish cuisine is incredibly good and Scottish chefs have an abundance of natural produce to draw inspiration from: rich meat and game, varied seafood, freshwater fish and vegetables ensure a hearty menu. There is an abundance of Michelin starred restaurants, which complement the local cafes and farmers' markets. The Malt Whisky Trail is another delicious reason for visiting Scotland – there are over 45 distilleries which welcome visitors.

Contact us today and one of our experts will describe our range of luxury cottages in Scotland to help you make the best choice for your away break or holiday.




VILLAS IN SCOTLAND

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Aldourie Castle

Location : Scotland,Great Britain
Loch Ness  | Bedrooms: 15 | Sleeps: 28

Aldourie Castle Estate is located on the banks of Loch Ness just 6 miles from Inverness in the Scottish Highlands. Loch Ness is one of the most famous bodies of fresh water in the world and the subject of many movies, legends and inves(...)

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Carphin House

Location : Scotland,Great Britain
Falkirk  | Bedrooms: 9 | Sleeps: 14 + 2

Carphin House is located on a private estate in Fife through a small village called Luthrie which is a short drive to Cupar, St. Andrews and Dundee. Privately owned, the family have undertaken an extensive renovation which was completed in 2(...)

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Fenton Tower

Location : Scotland,Great Britain
North Berwick  | Bedrooms: 6 | Sleeps: 12

The tower is set in 400 acres of land with the majestic Lammermuir Hills providing the perfect backdrop, across the views of East Lothian countryside. So peaceful yet so close to Edinburgh city centre, Fenton Tower is the ideal locatio(...)

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Garden Cottage

Location : Scotland,Great Britain
Loch Ness  | Bedrooms: 3 | Sleeps: 6

Garden Cottage is a simple, cosy cottage tucked away on the northern edge of the Aldourie Estate, within the grounds of the idyllic old kitchen garden. The location is quiet and secluded and this charming little cottage comprises very comfor(...)

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Gate Lodge

Location : Scotland,Great Britain
Loch Ness  | Bedrooms: 3 | Sleeps: 5

Gate Lodge is in the centre of the Aldourie Estate and offers tranquil and secluded accommodation for five guests. The cottage has been lovingly restored to a very high standard of comfort and is within easy walking distance of Loch Ness and(...)

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EVENTS

 

Scotland has a wide range of cultural and sporting events throughout the year. See below for ideas.

 

January

  • Burning of the Clavie (Historic- Folkloristic Event, Burghead)

 

February

  • Fort William Mountain Festival

 

March

  • Invergarry Sheepdog Trials
  • Start of the trout fishing season

 

April

  • Spirit of Speyside Whisky Festival (Speyside)
  • Beltane Fire Festival (Historic- Folkloristic Event, Carlton Hill Hill / Edinburgh)
  • St Andrews Golf Week (St Andrews, Fife)

 

May

  • Glen Affric Walking Festival
  • The Drambuie Pursuit (Outdoor pursuits, such as buggy racing, white water rafting, rock climbing, archery, power boating, hill running)

 

June

  • Royal Highland Show (Farming and Rural Event, Ingliston, Edinburgh)
  • Scottish Traditional Boat Festival (Portsoy)
  • Ceres Highland Games (Historic- Folkloristic Event, Ceres, Fife)

 

July

  • Highland Games (Historic- Folkloristic Event, various locations in Scotland)
  • Inverness Highland Games and Armed Forces Day Celebrations
  • Fife Outdoor Access Festival (Fife)
  • Highland Splendour (Military music Festival, St Andrews, Fife)

 

August

  • Belladrum Festival (Family Music Festival, Belladrum Estate, Beauly)
  • Edinburgh International Festival (theatre and classical music), Edinburgh Festival Fringe (art), Foodies Festival (food), Edinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival, Edinburgh Art Festival, Edinburgh Book Festival
  • The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo (military show)

 

September

  • Blaas Festival (Gaelic Culture Festival, Inverness)
  • RAF Leuchars Airshow (Airshow, St. Andrews, Fife)

 

October

  • The Baxters Loch Ness Marathon and Festival

 

November

  • City of Inverness Civic Bonfire and Fireworks Display (Inverness)
  • St. Andrews Day Celebrations

 

December

  • Edinburgh's Christmas (Month long Christmas Festival)
  • Edinburgh's Hogmanay

ACTIVITIES


Suggested General Activities in Scotland

  • Go on a Whisky Tour - Many of Scotland's distilleries welcome visitors and many have guided tours
  • Don’t miss a Ceilidh – a typical Scottish party or social event with live Celtic music
  • Attend a Highland Safari to spot the amazing Scottish wildlife: birds of prey, golden plover, twite, raven, otters, dolphins and even whales!
  • Go salmon and trout fishing in the famous Loch Ness
  • Take a Edinburgh´s Scariest Haunted Underground Ghost Tours
  • Participate at a Gourmet tour of the stunning Highlands with chefs, world-famous whisky and delicious local products.
  • Watch a football game - football is easily the most popular spectator sport. If you are in Scotland between mid-August and mid-May you should be able to obtain tickets for a match.

 
Suggested Sporting Activities in Scotland

  • Hiking - Scotland's breathtaking landscape and overwhelming spirit-of-place will refresh and enliven your senses.
  • Cycling in the Higlands, i.e Great Glen Cycle Route
  • Horse Riding – an unforgettable experience in the astounding Highlands
  • Golf - Scotland is the birthplace of the game of golf and home to the oldest course in the world, St. Andrews.
  • Seek the thrill: Whitewater rafting in Aviemore, Highlands
  • Motorcycling - Scotland has some of the best motorcycle touring roads in the world


Selection of Local Attractions in Scotland

  • Edinburgh, Edinburgh Castle
  • Edinburgh, The Royal Yacht Britannia
  • Edinburgh City Centre - The Real Mary King's Close
  • Edinburgh, Pencaitland - National Museum of Scotland
  • Edinburgh, Glenkinchie Distillery & Visitors Centre
  • Fife, Aberdour, Aberdour Castle
  • Fife, Culross – Historic town of Culross
  • Fife, Falkland – The Royal Palace of Falkland
  • Fife, St. Andrews - St. Andrews Castle and St. Andrews Cathedral
  • Fife, St. Andrews - The British Golf Museum
  • Highlands, Inverness - Culloden Moor Visitors Centre
  • Highlands, Inverness - Inverness Museum & Art Gallery
  • Highlands, Loch Ness - Urquhart Castle  
  • Highlands, Loch Ness - The Loch Ness Centre & Exhibition Experience
  • Highlands, Glencoe
  • Scottish Border, Melrose Abbey
  • Stirlingshire, Falkirk – The Falkirk Wheel

PRACTICAL INFO

 

TIME ZONE

Great Britain operates on Greenwich Mean Time (GMT).

 

LANGUAGE

English is the principal language across Great Britain.

 

Currency

Great Britain’s unit of currency is the Pound Sterling, divided into 100 Pence.

 

Money Matters

In Great Britain, travellers cheques are sometimes accepted as payment in larger department stores but can be easily converted into local currency at banks. Hotels, shops, restaurants and many other venues accept all major credit cards and ATM access is widespread. American Express is less widely accepted. Exchange currency only at authorised outlets such as banks and hotels, and exchange only what you think you will spend in-country. Coins cannot be reconverted on departure. Save all receipts from any currency exchange transaction. You may be asked to produce them when you exit the country, and they are required if you intend to reconvert local currency.

 

Tipping IN GREAT BRITAIN

A charge for service is often added to restaurant bills but, if it’s not, a typical gratuity would be equal to 10 - 15% of the total. In pubs, tipping lounge staff is at your discretion but is generally not common practice. When paying taxi fares, it is usual to tip up to 10% and round up to the nearest pound.

 

WEATHER

The British weather has a bad reputation but in actual fact rainy days are nowhere near as common as you may expect. The seasons are marked: In summer, days are bright and usually sunny: Spring and autumn can be cool in the evenings and rain showers are more common; In winter snow is rare but it can be cold and frosty.

 

CLOTHING

While jeans are acceptable, “smart casual” attire in Britain often means stylish trousers or skirt outfit for women and a shirt with collar and trousers for men. Cotton and other light fabrics are comfortable choices for summertime. Spring and autumn temperatures dictate medium-weight clothing selections and in winter warm pullovers are required.

For the countryside, bring comfortable walking shoes with low or no heels. An umbrella or light raincoat may come in handy.

 

Health

For up to date information on latest health and vaccination recommendations, please contact your doctor.

 

 



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