Speyside is home to all things traditionally Scottish.  No matter what your interests you will find something to do.  Visit a distillery, play golf on a links course, walk the Speyside Way, eat shortbread, it’s all right on your doorstep.

Sleeping two to four, Rannawa Cottage is the perfect bolt hole for anyone wanting to get away from it all to just spend some time by the sea.  With the bedroom downstairs and the living space upstairs this charming holiday home has fantastic views.

If you play golf you will find two golf courses just minutes from the house, Buckpool Golf Club and Strathlene Golf Club.

There are miles of beautiful beaches along which you might see dolphins, otters and osprey.  At Fochabers you can visit the Baxters Highlands Village to buy shortbread, jam and other traditional Scottish treats to take home with you.

Buckie is a busy little fishing town with a large harbour and a marina and is a great place to sit in a cafe or restaurant and watch the world go by.  Book your stay at Rannawa Cottage today.

The Isle of Skye is the perfect island getaway. From rugged mountains to picturesque fishing villages, lochs and beautiful beaches there is so much to see and to do.

Recently renovated, An Tearmann is a well equipped self catering cottage for four just a five minute drive from the ferry terminal at Armadale.  Facing south-east the main rooms have been designed to make the most of the beautiful views down over the Sound of Sleat towards Mallaig, Loch Nevis, Loch Hourn, and the Knoydart hills

An Tearmann is also a pet friendly holiday home so if you like taking your dog with you when you go away the Isle of Skye is the perfect destination.

Large holiday house to rent near Tarbert

Tarbert Harbour

If you are looking for a great location for a getaway with a large group of friends or family Coalfin House, Skipness could be just the place.

Sleeping 11, the house is perfectly situated for anyone looking for an escape from the hectic pace of everyday life. With spectacular views over Skipness Bay and towards the Isle of Arran, Coalfin the ideal base for a holiday full of fun and relaxation.

Cycle half a mile along the quiet road to the beach, play golf, go fishing, walking or bird watching. Take a ferry to Arran, Islay or Gigha and take a distillery tour (or two). Visit the local town of Tarbert and spend time enjoying the local speciality which is seafood. There are lots of pubs and other places to eat to choose from.

Take a day trip and drive down to Mull of Kintyre, made famous by Paul McCartney and his band Wings. Mull of Kintyre is the southernmost tip of the Kintyre Peninsula. On a calm, clear day the Antrim Coast in Northern Ireland can be seen in the distance. Mull of Kintyre lighthouse was the second lighthouse to be commissioned in Scotland and was built in 1788.

In the winter, evenings at Coalfin can be spent relaxing in front of the cosy open fire. In the summer the view over to Arran can be enjoyed until 11pm.

Find out more about Coalfin now and book a holiday that will be remembered for its stunning scenery, relaxing environment and good old fashioned escapism.

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A little piece of the Orient in Central Scotland

Cowden Garden is a stunning Japanese garden near Dollar which has recently been restored. Originally built in the early 20th Century by Ella Christie a Scottish adventurer, it was designed by a Japanese garden designer, Taki Handa, who originally studied at the Royal School of Garden Design at Nagoya.

The garden is a tranquil combination of paths and walkways weaving their way through trees and shrubs which are planted around a central lake.

Nearby Arndean Estate has two cottages which offer the perfect accommodation for your visit to Cowden Garden. Recently decorated and with new heating systems Blashie Cottage and Ochil Cottage are the ideal self-catering holiday properties.

As well as being near the garden, the cottages are in a perfect location for visiting a whole host of attractions across the central belt. From Edinburgh and Glasgow to The Trossachs and Loch Lomond.

Why not book your stay in one of these idyllic holiday homes today.

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An adventure for all the family

A holiday house where the only neighbours are birds, otters and dolphins

What could be more exciting than arriving on your own private island by speed boat for a family holiday? Pack your wetsuits, buckets and spades and unwind in this Scottish island paradise.

Torsa Island Farmhouse sleeps 6 and the boat, which is included in the rental, can be used to explore the hidden coves and beaches around the shore.

Without reinventing the wheel the best way of getting a true feeling for how spectacular this holiday home is is to read the reviews.

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Self-catering getaway for two.

The settlement of Achintraid lies in one of the most beautiful areas of the West Coast Highlands of Scotland less than two hours from Inverness Airport.

Three holiday homes nestle on the shore of Loch Kishorn, Ardoch Bothy, Gracie’s Cottage and The Meeting House which is new for 2019.

The Meeting House offers cosy open plan accommodation for two with beautiful views in an idyllic setting.

From all three properties you can walk for miles and not see anyone else all day, once you get into the hills or out on the coastal paths.
No matter what your interests there is something for everyone who is looking for a holiday enjoying the great outdoors. From walking and climbing to sailing and fishing, painting and photography to watching the wildlife.

Slightly further afield, take a day trip to the Isle of Skye or the beautiful National Trust gardens at Inverewe.

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