Tour Scotland Self Catering Holiday Cottage Recommendations Fort William

Tour Scotland self catering holiday cottage recommendations in Fort William, Scotland.

Acorn Cottage has been described by repeat guests as home from home. This charming, modern, architect designed semi detached property is perfectly situated to allow you to relax in the serenity of the highlands. Panoramic upstairs lounge windows look out across the Caledonian Canal, Aonach Mor and Nevis Range ski centre. The imposing north face of Ben Nevis itself is visible beyond from the garden where Woodpeckers, Jays, Goldfinches, Nuthatches and Siskins are among the numerous species who visit the garden feeders. Buzzards and eagles soar overhead, deer peer through the rhododendrons and pine martens hide in the shadows. All this even before leaving the comfort of this spacious well presented accommodation.



Pinewood is a 4 star spacious detached family house enjoying superb views across Loch Lochy and the Caledonian Canal towards Ben Nevis, Aonach Mor and the Grey Corries. This is one of the best locations in the heart of this all year round outdoor holiday area, the property is ideally placed to enjoy skiing, climbing, walking, cycling, pony trekking, canoeing and with free loch fishing on the loch shoreline just 40 meters away there is something for all the family.

Ivy Cottage is a beautiful highland cottage set in 110 acres of its own land on the banks of the river Lochy. Enjoying uninterrupted views up and down the Great Glen, Ivy has recently had a new ground source heat pump central heating system fitted, so guarantees a warm reception for its guests. Situated 10 minutes north of Fort William Ivy's sitting room with open fire, large kitchen dinning room, and large under floor heated walk in drying room enable guests with any outdoor activity in mind, whether Hiking, Fishing, Skiing or Mountain Biking to relax and unwind regardless of the elements in total comfort and warmth. The 6 twin rooms all with new British hand made back care mattresses and 3 well appointed bathrooms provide comfortable sleeping and the Ground Source heat pumps deliver a constant supply of hot water.

Tulips is a ground floor 2 bedroom apartment overlooking Loch Linnhe. Situated along the Golden Mile in Fort William the views are simply stunning. Tulips is a modern and luxurious holiday home, the beds have top of the range mattresses with high quality feather duvets and pillows. The kitchen boasts all the latest appliances including a full size dishwasher, washer/dryer, fridge, microwave oven and electric oven and hob. The lounge is cosy and inviting with a flat screen smart TV with iplayer and 4OD, dvd player and ipod docking station. The dining table seats 4 and sits in the window taking full advantage of the fantastic views. There is a lovely shower room complete with a walk in mains pressure electric shower

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Tour Scotland Self Catering Holiday Cottage Recommendations Torridon

Tour Scotland self catering holiday cottage recommendations in Torridon, Scotland.

Gran's House is a beautifully appointed traditional cottage on the shore at the Head of Loch Torridon commanding stunning views of Loch Torridon as well as the surrounding majestic mountains.The area is renowned as one of, if not the finest in the Scottish Highlands. The house has been in the family for generations and has recently been refurbished to a high standard creating a home perfect for holidays. It is an ideal base for hill climbing, walking, fishing, water sports and boat trips. The house provides comfortable, homely accommodation for six people. On the ground floor there is a large dining/living room with wood burning stove, logs included, and a separate sitting room with TV and WIFI. The kitchen is equipped with a Rayburn, as well as an electric hob and oven, mcrowave, dishwasher and fridge/freezer. There is a utility room with a washing machine.

Durrie Cottage, known locally as Blue Chimneys, is a cosy traditional croft house in the West Highland village of Torridon with stunning views over Upper Loch Torridon. The cottage sleeps four people and has two bedrooms, one double, one twin, a large bathroom, shower room, galley kitchen and two living rooms as well as a large enclosed lawned garden with uninterrupted views across the loch. Durrie Cottage has no TV, telephone or internet so offers the perfect opportunity to escape from city life and enjoy the remote splendour of the Scottish Highlands.

Ben View, in the hamlet of Inveralligin is a spacious detached home occupying a stunning loch side location. A large walled garden backs straight onto the shores of Upper Loch Torridon and breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains can be appreciated from throughout the house and garden.The house has 5 bedrooms, 1 king, 2 doubles, 2 twin, a large living room, sun room and a dining room to easily seat 10. It is an ideal base for nature lovers, mountaineers, families or groups of friends.A double and twin bedroom, with family bathroom, are all located on the ground floor, providing easier access for those with restricted mobility.Herons, Otters, and Pine Martens are all regularly spotted from the property and there is an abundance of hiking, mountain biking, fishing and climbing within walking distance of the house.

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Tour Scotland Self Catering Holiday Cottage Recommendations Shetland Islands

Tour Scotland self catering holiday cottage recommendations on the Shetland Islands, Scotland.

Clumlie is a luxury apartment which can sleep 4 and is located in Dunrossness just south of the village of Levenwick and approximately 1 mile from the main bus route. We are a quarter of a mile from the east coastline with spectacular cliff walks with an abundance of birds, seals and occasional whale sightings. Clumlie Loch is half a mile away for those interested in fishing. We have many beautiful white sandy beaches nearby, with the famous St Ninian's tombolo a short drive away. Our area has a rich wealth of archaeological sites, including three ancient brochs within walking distance. There is a 16-metre swimming pool 8 miles away in Sandwick. There are two local hotels a short drive away if you choose to eat out. We have a croft with sheep and if you are here in spring you could experience " live lambing " if you choose.

Brekka Lodge is a beautifully designed, immaculately maintained, modern, high quality, fully equipped, 4 star self catering accommodation in Shetland. Ideal for a self catering holiday, business trip or short break in Shetland. The property was designed, and furnished, to the highest standards for the primary purpose of providing a luxurious holiday home in the Shetland Islands that guests would enjoy and recommend. Brekka Lodge is perfectly located for seeing what Shetland has to offer in terms of bird life, wildlife, sea mammals, archaeology, fishing, hill-walking, spectacular sea cliffs, scenic views, wild flowers, arts and crafts or for simply exploring Shetland.

The Burns Cottage is a self catering accommodation situated at the centre of the remote island of Foula, 20 miles west of the Shetland Isles. Located in the heart of the wild Foula landscape it is the perfect base for those wishing to get away from it all and explore this most enchanting of Scottish islands. The cottage is a renovated former croft house with modern interior that can accommodate up to six guests at a time. Picturesquely set amidst the dramatic back drop that is the famous Foula skyline and with only a small flock of Foula Shetland Sheep as your neighbours.

Orwick Lodge is a modern 2 bedroom lodge, based in the beautiful island of Muckle Roe, Shetland. Only a short 7 minute drive from Shetland's third largest village, which hosts Scotland's top fish and chip restaurant, hotels, local shops and leisure centre. Centrally located between the Northern islands and the Shetland mainland

Newhall cottage is set in an idyllic location on the island of Bressay with stunning views across Lerwick harbour. Newly refurbished to a very high standard and less then a 10 minute journey on the ferry from the heart of Lerwick makes Newhall a perfect base to relax and visit the Shetland Islands. The cottage is a traditional Shetland croft house which has been refurbished to high standard to provide guests three comfortable bedrooms which can provide accommodation for up to six guests.

Da Roost is a luxury 4 bedroom family holiday home that sleeps up to 8 guests. It has an open plan lounge/dining room, kitchen, 4 bedrooms, one with en suite, family bathroom and utility. It is the perfect alternative to hotel accommodation. Da Roost is only 5 minutes drive from Sumburgh airport and 30 minutes drive for the ferry terminal in Lerwick. We offer short term holiday let.

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Tour Scotland Self Catering Holiday Cottage Recommendations Orkney Islands

Tour Scotland self catering holiday cottage recommendations on the Orkney Islands, Scotland.

Harray's Hoose and Peedie Harray's are two semi-detached cottages overlooking Harray Loch, central to the West Mainland of Orkney. The cottages are exceptional renovations of traditional stone-built Orkney croft houses. Perfect for romantic getaways, the one bedroomed cottages are cosy and comfortable. Dogs welcome by prior arrangement please. Multi-fuel stoves in the lounges add to the relaxed homely atmosphere. Both have private outside garden spaces with stunning views over the loch. Harray Loch is famous for trout fishing, there are fishing boats for hire at nearby hotel, or else you can just walk down to the loch shore. Cottages are also well placed to explore our local archaeological sights, Brodgar, the newest dig that is causing excitement with archaeologists the world over.

2 The Noust is a 1 bedroom cottage in the picturesque village of St Margarets Hope. The property consists of downstairs a fully fitted kitchen and living area with a sofa bed. Upstairs is the bedroom with king size bed and separate w/c shower room. Free wi/fi. There is ample free parking outside. The property is less than 1/2 mile away from the ferry that goes to Gills Bay and 7 miles from the John O Groats ferry and on the bus route which has a regular service to Kirkwall and Stromness. The village of St Margarets Hope has shops, pubs, post office, fish and chip van and award winning restaurant. There is a 9 hole golf course, tennis court , bowling green, 2 play parks and a fitness suite all within walking distance of The Noust. There is ample free parking available.

Cunningair has 4 double bedrooms and can comfortable accommodate 6 but can sleep up to 8. Ideally situated on the outskirts of Kirkwall, you will be staying in the perfect accommodation centrally located for travelling all over Orkney. A great base for your travels throughout Orkney. all of our accommodation is within walking distance of Kirkwall town centre, St Magnus Cathedral, the Bishops and Earls Palaces, Tankerness House Museum, the Orkney Library, Highland Park and Scapa Beach. Wideford Hill and Waulkmill Bay are only a short drive away.


Harbour Cottage sits less than 5 minutes from gorgeous Aikerness Sands in the village of Evie.The cottage offers quaint, cosy and well equipped accommodation. The kitchen in newly fitted and stocked with everything you might need. The cottage comfortably sleeps four people. There's a lovely master room with a king-sized bed and a bright twin - both with sea views. There's also a peedie en-suite shower room and a family bathroom as well as a comfortable sitting room and a sunny conservatory. The garden looks towards the sea and unlike many gardens in Orkney has a lovely sheltered area to the front. In addition, there is a washing machine, dishwasher and free wi-fi.

Sherwood Cottage is a traditional 2 bedroom stone cottage in a small village 3 miles from ferry terminal of St Margaret's Hope. Downstairs accommodation compromises large kitchen/diner, lounge with log burning stove, family bathroom and large room for storing wet outdoor clothes/boots etc. Upstairs has large double room with ensuite shower room and a twin room with dressing room/nursery off. Parking for one car on driveway and plenty additional parking on street outside. Very large enclosed garden. Burray Village has a hotel with bar/restaurant serving meals, a shop stocking essential items and a public bus stop to St Margaret's Hope (3 miles), Kirkwall (10 miles) and Stromness (26 miles) all within 5 minutes walk. Tourist attractions nearby include the Fossil café and heritage centre, Maes Howe, Tomb of the Eagles, Italian Chapel, Churchill Barriers, Hoxa Tapestry Gallery.

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Tour Scotland Self Catering Holiday Cottage Recommendations Isle Of Arran

Tour Scotland self catering holiday cottage recommendations on the Isle Of Arran, Scotland.

Wee Blairbeg is a single storey cottage attached to Blairbeg House providing a private, quiet base for your holiday. The cottage sleeps 4 people in 1 double room and 1 twin room. There is an open plan Living/Dining/Kitchen area, Shower Room and full gas central heating. All of the following are provided free of charge - WIFI wireless internet access, electricity, gas, bed linen and towels. For those of you who wish to bring your bicycles, there is a lockable bike store at the rear. Off road parking is provided directly adjacent to the cottage.

Thorncliffe Cottage offers very comfortable accommodation for one or two people. The Cottage has fantastic views over Brodick Bay and Goatfell and is only 5 minutes walk from the ferry. There is a small enclosed area with outdoor furniture that is for sole use of guests and faces due south so any sun can be enjoyed here. The property has a fully equipped kitchen with fridge/freezer, microwave, washing machine and dishwasher. There is a wet room, a living/dining room and double bedroom. The cottage has electric central heating. To the rear there is a large storage area with tumble dryer where golf clubs, bikes etc. can be stored securely. Linen and towels are provided and there is on road parking.



Westwood is located on the North end of the island 30 minutes from the Brodick ferry terminal and next to the Lochranza small ferry that runs to and from Kintyre. A large 2 storey house with 5 bedrooms, 1 en-suite, 1 bathroom with separate shower 1 WC downstairs, lounge ,dining room,large kitchen and utility. Perfectly situated next to the seafront with pub,and golf course, whisky distillery and ferry close by. Watch the yachts sailing into the loch and deer grazing by the 13th century Lochranza Castle.

Benview, formerly a farm steading known as Mid Kiscadale Croft, sits above the picturesque village of Whiting Bay. The charming attached farm workers cottage has been restored lovingly to a high standard retaining many of the original features which characterise this sort of property.

Heathdale is a stone built,detached house in Brodick, Isle of Arran, full of character and traditional features, with driveway space for 3 cars and located overlooking the golf course, with easy walks to the village and the beach. Heathdale is ideal for golfing and hill walking breaks and for extended family use, with 5 double bedrooms, 3 of which are family rooms with additional single beds. 3 of the double bedrooms are on the first floor and 2 on the ground floor, one of which is accessed through the family double, adjoining the kitchen, though there is also external access from the driveway.. There is additionally, a bunk room, designed for childrens' use, with 2 bunk beds.

Ar Fasgadh is a modern 3 bedroom timber clad lodge set within the grounds of Torbeg Country Lodges in Shiskine, Isle of Arran, The property was built to a high standard and has an open plan lounge, kitchen, , dining area, utility room and 3 bedrooms which comfortably sleep 7. The lodge is well furnished with Smart TV, Sky+ Satellite TV, DVD player, Nintendo Wii and Wi-Fi. The dining area has an extendable table with seating for 8 and the kitchen is well equipped with an electric cooker and hob, fridge and a dishwasher. There is a separate utility room with a washing machine, freezer and microwave with additional grill and fan oven facility. Bedroom 1 has a double bed with an ensuite shower room, Bedroom 2 has a double bed and Bedroom 3 has a triple bunk, double bed and single bed.

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