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Vacation rentals in Scotland

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Villa in Portrush
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 169 reviews

Whiterocks Villa

AlanRating, 5 stars2 weeks ago
I have been very fortunate to have travelled and seen many beautiful places. However, the view overlooking the White Rocks and Royal Portrush from the panoramic bedroom window is as good as it gets....Breathtaking. The House has the most magnificent views and the proximity to the White Rocks beach is great because it is a beautiful walk into Portrush itself. Superb location.
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Home in Bangor
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 146 reviews

Perfect getaway seafront home, sleeps up to 4

AlisonRating, 5 stars4 months ago
Joannie’s place is beautiful, it feels like a home and has everything that you need with lots of space. It is perfect for both town and also a short walk from Ballyholme beach. Joannie is very responsive to any questions. Just perfect!
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Home in Holy Island
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 141 reviews

Central village with stunning views and parking.

FionaRating, 5 stars1 month ago
Just an hour away from home felt a million miles away. Such a beautiful house in any location. In this location outstanding. Very comfortable with great facilities. But the location was amazing weather wasn’t great so excuse we need to return to use the garden fully. Right beside Crown and Anchor which is a great wee pub and restaurant.
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Tiny home in Kippford
4.89 out of 5 average rating, 99 reviews

Coral Cabin, luxury, warm, sleeps 6 & pet friendly

ElizabethRating, 5 stars1 week ago
A really lovely accomodation that met our needs. Spacious caravan that easily accomodared 2 adults, 3 teenagers and 2 dogs. We felt at home there and it was really well equipped. The site where it is situated is idyllic and beautiful with lovely walks and beaches. We qould love to return for a longer stay to explore more of this beautiful piece of Scotland. Thank you for having us!
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Cottage in Staffin
5 out of 5 average rating, 140 reviews

Driftwood Cottage Skye - 2 bedrooms with sea view

GailRating, 5 stars3 days ago
Sally’s place was spotlessly clean and welcoming! She has set it up so that you feel you are visiting family. I loved the cookbooks and great novels she has throughout the house. A good rainy day activity. Sally gave great information on getting there and things to do! We were able to easily drive to all the places of interest on Skye from the house. This is a beautiful home in a beautiful setting!
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Tiny home in Durness
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 148 reviews

Atlantic Pods Durness - Grouse Pod

OscarRating, 5 stars1 month ago
The Atlantics pods was a lovely cozy set up and despite the elements was always warm. Plenty of utensils and a convenient space to prepare food / cook meals. The views from the front door were stunning. With it being out of season, there wasn’t a lot open in the area- just the local Spar for groceries but the walks in the area were all really peaceful and the scenery unmatched. This was certainly the ideal place for fresh air, scenic walks with peace and tranquility. I would happily stay again in the future and will hopefully be back up there soon with my dad to show him around the area!
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Cottage in Cumbria
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 294 reviews

Cosy cottage & tub with a view!

OliverRating, 5 stars3 days ago
Really enjoyed my stay here would 100% stay again
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Apartment in Coleraine
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 147 reviews

Portstewart accommodation. Very central location!

rebeccaRating, 5 stars2 weeks ago
This is a great place to stay and brilliant for accessing all parts of the North Coast. Being right by the Herring Ponds was fantastic and the kids loved climbing around and rock pooling. The flat was spotless and extremely comfortable and well provided for. Karen was very communicative and helpful. My only improvement point would be that the alleyway to the main door wasn't very well lit, but this was a shared area and also may have just been me missing a light switch somewhere! 100% would recommend and intend to stay again myself. Also, the sofa is a recliner, which we all greatly appreciated, and the car park has an amazing view of the sea and some stunning rocks.

Home rentals in Scotland

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Home in Tyne and Wear
4.86 out of 5 average rating, 106 reviews

St Georges Sea view

StanRating, 5 stars1 month ago
Beautiful house in beautiful surroundings the sea can be seen from the front windows and only a few mins walk to the beach and local bars. Michael was responsive and always helpful. The property is big and has all you’ll need for an home from home experience. We are already looking at a return same time next year 👍🏻👍🏻
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Home in Dornie
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 151 reviews

Cherry Blossom View, Dornie - Sleeps 5

JohnRating, 5 stars1 week ago
We had a great holiday in Alison’s. The house is comfortable. The situation, close to Eilean Donan Castle, is wonderful. It is a great location for hill walking and for exploring the Northwest Highlands and Skye. Alison was very friendly and helpful.
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Home in Portrush
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 104 reviews

10 Ballyreagh Mews Townhouse

WilliamRating, 5 stars3 days ago
A Great house for a north coast get away, great access for both portrush and portstewart, both within walking distance. House was spotless and had everything we needed, it was great to have on site parking right at the front door! Great host who was very responsive and made everything clear and simple. Would definitely stay again and highly recommend to all, the perfect get away for a family. 10/10!
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Home in Auldgirth
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 132 reviews

House with Pool Table, Garden, Dumfries, Sleeps 11

LawrenceRating, 5 stars2 weeks ago
The house was perfect for our stay; the facilities worked for our family and friends' get-together. The rooms are nice in size, with plenty of space within and out, three bathrooms, and a big kitchen. Plenty of parking, but one badly parked car causes chaos.
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Home in Causeway Coast and Glens
4.81 out of 5 average rating, 21 reviews

Hylton

LaurenRating, 5 stars2 months ago
House is spacious and well equipped for families, we had a lovely trip
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Home in Stirling
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 115 reviews

Cosy 2 bedroom/3 bed Family Home

MatthewRating, 5 stars3 weeks ago
We had a great stay and would recommend anyone looking for a very clean and comfortable place in Stirling. During our stay we agreed we would book again for later in the year Shops and takeaways are very close which we used and enjoyed everything we ordered Also bus stops and friendly taxi service Thank you Tracy
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Home in Inverness
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 148 reviews

luxury Highland home with large private gardens

KatrinaRating, 5 stars5 days ago
Lovely stay in a secluded area of Inverness. Not far from amenities and great adventures to be had for families all in close proximity…
Top guest favorite
Home in Coleraine
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 280 reviews

Home from Home on North Coast

MichaelRating, 5 stars3 months ago
Definitely need a car for this stay. House is lovely inside. Adrian the host was very much this. Welcoming and engaging. We enjoyed our stay at Christmas greatly.

Cottage rentals in Scotland

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Cottage in Stranocum
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 210 reviews

Ashbrook Cottage

PeterRating, 5 stars2 days ago
Paul and Laura's cottage was beautiful. We had a very relaxing time. Our hosts went out of their way to make us feel at home.
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Cottage in Welton
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 189 reviews

Rattlebeck Farm Cottage & Hot Tub *Pet Friendly*

BethanyRating, 5 stars2 weeks ago
Had a fabulous 2 nights at the cottage with my Mum. The cottage was cosy, warm and the beds were very comfortable. We enjoyed cooking a meal in one night and the other we drove 5 minutes to the local pub which served great food. We enjoyed 2 days hiking, the location was perfect for us. Coming back to a hot tub was the best feeling when you legs and feet are aching! The cottage it surrounded by fields and sheep, it was absolutely stunning. Amy was really helpful with any questions we had. Would highly recommend!
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Cottage in Berrier
4.78 out of 5 average rating, 129 reviews

Spacious cottage within Whitbarrow Holiday Village

JoanneRating, 5 stars1 month ago
Great weekend with my best friend and our babies having some fresh air in the Lakes. Stef place had everything we needed to enjoy a great stay. Clean spacious kitchen and living room/family bathroom and en suit/downstairs toilet were helpful. All the cooking equipment/utensils we needed were available as well as cleaning materials and toiletries. We made use of the pool, towels were provided at reception and bar/restaurant, the minted lamb was absolutely stunning. Fantastic views and fantastic price for a weekend away. Clear instructions made arrival with two babies & luggage stressfree. Stef gave good instructions for checkin and gave some good recommendations, we would love to come here again. Only thing I feel that was a negative was the cleaning fee being so high when we had to remove linens &towels/rubbish ourselves and wash up. I understand that these things are part and parcel of Air B&B stays but did feel it was slightly high. Not a negative towards Stef or our stay though!
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Cottage in Rookhope
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 338 reviews

New 2023 mini moon luxe with hot tub copper bath

SimonRating, 5 stars6 days ago
Amazing stay would go again. It’s was such a nice place , nice a private hot tub area . The cottage was so clean and tidy had everything you needed in it and so Nicola informed us what wasn’t available in advance to know what to bring. We had an amazing stay thank you.
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Cottage in Dunvegan
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 144 reviews

Vancouver Self Catering Cottage

RayneRating, 5 stars7 months ago
Nice property. Very private. Chris and Caroline were very helpful.
Top guest favorite
Cottage in Na h-Eileanan an Iar
4.89 out of 5 average rating, 108 reviews

Manish Cottage

JosephineRating, 5 stars3 weeks ago
Had a great stay, the weather was amazing & we managed to see Harris at its best. Although we did have an issue with the tv not working when we arrived this was promptly sorted. Garden was secure as advertised & no problem with our dog being left to wander. Perfect location to visit the beaches of Harris & easy access to the ferry at Tarbert.
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Cottage in Luib
4.89 out of 5 average rating, 394 reviews

Cottage by the Sea, 20 metres from the beach

JoannaRating, 5 stars4 days ago
Cottage was exactly what we needed. Location was stunning! Ann was great and nothing was too much trouble.
Guest favorite
Cottage in Great Broughton
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 108 reviews

Luxury Cottage, views of the Lakes with Hot Tub

EmmaRating, 5 stars1 month ago
We couldn’t have asked for a better place and friendlier helpful host. Kathryn was attentive and was very responsive, always friendly and helpful. This cottage is very spacious, modern and clean. We really enjoyed our time here. We are already planning when to go back. The views from the windows and the hot tub are beautiful. There is so much to do, we needed much longer to explore more areas and go on more walks. We would definitely recommend this place.

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.

Destinations to explore