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Tiny home in Drimnin
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 396 reviewsUnique and Secluded AirShip with Breathtaking Highland Views
Cottage in Alston
4.81 out of 5 average rating, 334 reviewsSnope Cottage
Cottage in Stronachlachar
4.89 out of 5 average rating, 162 reviewsLochside Cottage
Vacation home in Snizort
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 110 reviews57° North - Stunning Holiday Home, Isle of Skye
Condo in Strathcarron
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 217 reviewsUnique, historic home at Strathcarron, near Skye
Tiny home in Newburgh
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 291 reviewsThe Beekeeper's Bothy
Farm stay in Cowshill
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 219 reviewsRomantic Off-grid retreat in North Pennines AONB
Cottage in Cumbria
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 181 reviewsRose Lea Cottage Eden Valley & The Lake District
House rentals in Scotland
Home in Cumbria
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 104 reviewsHaymakers Barn, Great Salkeld (Eden Valley)
Home in Netherthird
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 167 reviewsRural retreat with fabulous panoramic views
Home in Bridge of Allan
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 215 reviewsDrovers Lodge
Home in Harrapool
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 118 reviewsThe Beach House Broadford
Home in Highland
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 115 reviewsSpacious Peaceful Highland Retreat
Home in Northumberland
4.83 out of 5 average rating, 373 reviewsThe Glass house.
Home in Northumberland
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 578 reviewsCosy 4+star One Bed 1700's Cottage.
Home in Nethy Bridge
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 243 reviewsAn Cala, forest/river views, hot tub, Nethybridge
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Earthen home in Perth
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 208 reviewsHobbit log cabin, Eco, beautiful views, hot tub
Farm stay in Auchtermuchty
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 275 reviewsStay@Southfield - Luxury Pod on Auchtermuchty Farm
Hut in Heads nook
4.82 out of 5 average rating, 368 reviewsCairnbeck Glamping (Otter View)
Barn in Houston
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 293 reviewsRural idyll close to Glasgow, quiet and peaceful
Cottage in Crieff
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 256 reviewsSecluded hillside cottage, ideal romantic hideaway
Apartment in Inverness
4.81 out of 5 average rating, 240 reviewsInverness Castle Apartment - Highlands NC 500
Hut in Perth
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 644 reviewsTranquil and Cosy Perthshire Cabin
Cabin in Fraserburgh
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 157 reviewsDoor to the Shore - Seafront Cottages
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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