Cottage vacation rentals in Scottish Highlands

Outstanding, idyllic getaway. A perfect Airbnb, with the surprising bonus of Willie the Kune Kune pig to greet me on arrival! Accommodation exactly as described, blissfully peaceful, amazing views and fantastic support from Fiona & Rich. I’ll be back.

Our stay lived up to high expectations. Ainslie went over and above with decorations for my boyfriend’s birthday; welcome notes; homemade cake; fizz and ice in the fridge. She was warm and welcoming, and we felt completely relaxed. So grateful for such a lovely stay in a beautiful area. We will definitely be back! Thank you Ainslie 🥰🤩🥳

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 5 Stars! Excellent home in a really peaceful beautiful location. It was easy to find and no issues entering the property. Stunning old house which clearly has a lot of history. The home was well presented and we found it comfortable. All the instructions were clear. The hot tub was excellent and the kids loved it. So peaceful at night. Only a 10 min drive into Alyth where there is a couple of shops, but many many lovely walks about ideal for dogs. The wifi was a bit hit and miss we struggled watching tv as it kept freezing with no signal. However given the rural location this is excepted and didn’t bother us too much. AGA cooker was great a real experience and I’m sure in the winter it’s beautiful and warm. Overall we would recommend the property, my only room for improvement would be looking into the WiFi and potentially adding a better dining table and chairs outside. It would have been lovely to dine outside on some more comfort chairs and better seating. Still 5 stars!

This garden cottage was straight out of a romantic fairytale! The gorgeous garden surrounding the cottage and the view of the water and misty rolling hills framed perfectly by a stone wall and ivy were just breathtaking (especially while sitting in the wood fire heated hot tub). The cottage itself was incredibly cozy. We had nearly gotten stranded on Islay with car issues and we weren’t even sure we’d get to enjoy this stop on our holiday. By the time we arrived, we were completely exhausted from the chaos of the previous 24 hours so this relaxing and welcoming space was exactly what we needed to decompress. ☺️ The cottage was well equipped and very clean! We had everything we needed and then some. Caroline was an exceptional host. She was remarkably responsive and lovely to interact with both prior to our stay (when we weren’t sure we’d be able to make it) and during our stay! Anyone with the opportunity to stay here, should absolutely do it! Thank you for everything, Caroline!!

This was a great find. Katrina is one of the most responsive and informative hosts I have had on Airbnb. Being from out of the country we had several questions and she answered so quickly. There were some hiking trails near by which was a nice surprise, and Katrina recommended Gloagburn which was a hidden gem! Would recommend this to anyone looking to be off the beaten path but still have plenty to do!

Such a beautiful little get away with so many little hidden gems nearby! Was quiet 24/7 and we loved the peace and the amount of sun the garden and hot tub got. Such a cosy cottage and made us feel at home straight away, worth the drive! Thank you for a lovely stay ❤️

We had a wonderful stay with my family at this historic cottage. Especially loved the easy access to the Fife Coastal Path that we walked daily into Burntisland or Aberdour. Excellent hosts as well. Thank you for your hospitality, we would highly recommend this property!

We absolutely loved our stay at Betty’s Lookout! Incredible place, with stunning views. Spent my 30th birthday here, and I couldn’t have imagined a better place. The only thing was the hot tub could have been a little bit hotter, but was still nice to soak in for a while!

Great host and loved the location and accommodation. Garden was great for the dogs and chilling with a beer and beautiful beach 5 minutes across the road. Locals and neighbours were very friendly Travelled to John ‘Groats, The Black Isle and Nairn during our stay. Highly recommend as either a base for touring or just a peaceful break in beautiful unspoilt surroundings.

Caron has created the perfect intimate, seaside hideaway that was such a dream to finish our trip to Scotland with. One of the top Airbnbs we have ever stayed in! Such peaceful and cozy vibes with a quaint fire and beach access. Caron was also wonderful with offering an earlier check in and giving local recommendations. Would highly recommend and hope my husband and I can stay here again in the future!

A wonderful weekend stay in a lovely location. Such a friendly and helpful host, made us and our children feel so welcome, and made sure we knew exactly how we could get in touch should we have needed something. The fresh eggs and homemade bread were the icing on the came.

Words cannot express the wonderful week we have had on Loch Katrine. Old Smiddy is ideally located for hiking the mountains, lochs and woodland and Carole has thought of all you need to make it feel like a home from home. Having our morning tea watching the Barn Swallows and House Martins catching their breakfast on the lake in the sunshine was very special. Aberfoyle has all you need for food and cute shops and fantastic Doone Hill walk from the town - Free Parking!!! A ferry trip on the Sir Walter Scott from the pier over to Trossachs Pier is a MUST and the Primrose Hill hike was stunning. The Pier Cafe is outstanding, definitely worth a treat and just a short walk away. Thank you Carole for sharing your amazing house, we will be back to enjoy the hot tub and sauna 🤞

What an amazing location and host. We were blessed with sunshine for our stay which made it even more spectacular. Una was a brilliant host, provided recommendations and the AirBnb was perfect for our stay. Can't wait to visit again and explore more of the highlands.

We really enjoyed our 5 night stay at Ardormie farm cottage. The views are amazing and the cottage itself is lovely. Everything was perfect and comfortable. we really enjoyed being surrounded by sheep and on occasion wild red dear and birds of prey. the bed was very comfortable and the whole house was quiet and peacefull. would happily recommend Ardormie and would gladly stay here again.

An absolutely amazing holiday home - we had a lovely family weekend away at Hilary’s place and enjoyed the beautiful and peaceful surroundings as well as the very tasteful decor. This is a very comfortable cottage with a pleasant atmosphere and everything you would need for an enjoyable stay. Hilary is friendly and goes above and beyond to ensure that guests are well catered for, and the children and dog loved the huge garden. There are lots of things to see and do in the surrounding area - on this trip we visited NTS Culloden Visitor Centre and Battlefield, Cawdor Castle garden, Brodie Castle, Clava Cairns, and some dog friendly garden centres. We loved our stay so much we have booked to return again for another long weekend next year, and we would highly recommend this property to anyone wanting a peaceful stay near Nairn. There are beautiful beaches near by and lots of sites of historic interest.

I spent 5 nights at Annie’s place in lovely Falkland. It was the perfect place to rest and recharge after a strenuous hiking trip. The cottage and neighbourhood are charming and peaceful and there are many lovely walks nearby. The view from the top of East Lomond Hill is spectacular! Annie also has a wonderful library that could have kept me happy for several weeks. There is a convenience store and a nice little fruit and veg store in Falkland but as other reviewers have mentioned, if you plan on cooking it would be wise to shop ahead of your arrival. I would be very happy to return to this delightful haven.

Had a lovely time in Kinlochleven, amazing views and the house was very homely. Was super handy having well detailed guestbook.

Kelly was a wonderful host and her place was very homely. very easy to get to and in such a gorgeous location with everything we needed. Thank you again for the recommendations and quick responses, we had a fabulous time and can't wait for our next trip!

A stunning location for this cottage. It was peaceful and has incredible views over the waters to the mountains. It was wonderful to see the tide come and go, we felt close to nature. The cottage was clean and well stocked with kitchen equipment. There are games and books and enough for wood for your first night there. Underfloor heating was lovely and the fire heated the house really well to the point I needed to open the door to cool down - which is great to know you won’t be cold when you’re up there at the end of Autumn! Having a bath while looking out in the views to the mountains felt like a luxury.

Fossil Cottage is an absolute gem! We loved our time there and cannot wait to go back. For us, it was all about the idyllic location, on top of which, the place is exactly as described: clean, comfortable and well equipped with everything you need. Despite being slightly off the beaten track, it is only a short distance off the main road hence conveniently placed for the amenities in Broadford or Kyle as well as for exploring the rest of this wonderful island. Our thanks to Fiona for being a great host, we hope to see you again before too long.

Claire’s place was the perfect spot for relaxation after a day of mountain climbing! Easy access to get into town to run to the store as well as a gorgeous view of Ben Nevis!

The cabin was exactly as illustrated in the pictures. Only about a five minute drive into Fort William. We were there to ride the Jacobite train for the day. The cabin was very clean and orderly and had a great sunroom which we used frequently just to enjoy the courtyard and the Mountain View‘s. The cabin is cozy, warm and very inviting with the timber beams and fieldstone walls. Anne was extremely gracious with providing breakfast items including cereal, jams, coffees and bread for morning toast and some other goodies upon check-in. This was a welcome surprise after traveling all day through the Highlands. I would absolutely recommend this as you’re traveling in this part of Scotland.

Fairygreen Cottage was the last stop on our holiday trip and it couldn't have been better! From the first step into the house until the very last minute, we absolutely enjoyed our stay there. The cottage is lovingly furnished, equipped with everything one needs and shows a high standard in quality. We felt very welcomed and comfortable and wish to come back!

We had a wonderful stay at Arrivain cottage - definitely the most luxurious and tasteful AirB&B that we’ve stayed in. Everything about it was exceptionally comfortable and thoughtfully done. We loved how spacious and well equipped it was. The location is ideal for exploring lots of amazing places. Jacqui was a great host and we much appreciated the delicious treats provided. We both slept so well here - total peace and quiet and a wonderfully comfortable bed. The wood burning stove was a real treat too.