Scotland

This secluded holiday cottage, attached to an 18th-century laird’s house, is set in extensive grounds with views to the sea. This is an architect-designed conversion, with a striking, contemporary, open-plan ground floor. There are floor-to-ceiling windows which enable wildlife watching in the woodland beyond your own garden. This cottage is truly away from it all, but with easy access to sandy beaches, nature reserves and the attractive, artists’ town of Kirkcudbright. With golf and horse riding 4 miles and great walking and cycling from your doorstep. Shops and restaurants 5 miles, pub 11/2 miles.

Ground floor: Living room with dining area/kitchen with tiled floor. Shower room with toilet. First floor: 3 bedrooms, 2 double, one (5ft) with en-suite shower room with toilet and Velux, 1 twin. Bathroom with shower over bath and toilet.

Woodburner in living rooom included. Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen and towels included. Cot. Freeview TV. DVD. Electric cooker. Microwave. Washer/dryer. Dishwasher. Fridge/freezer. Wi-fi. Lawned garden with sitting-out area and furniture. Shared access to 5-acre wood. Parking (2 cars). No smoking. NB: Stream in grounds 50 yards.

Charming and spacious, these two attached cottages (which comprise the west wing of Stronachlachar House), sit in an isolated corner of Loch Katrine at Stronachlachar, just 50 yards from the pier where the SS Sir Walter Scott steamer arrives daily during peak season. Situated in the heart of the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park within 50 yards of Loch Katrine providing breathtaking views of the loch and surrounding hills of Ben Lomond, Ben Ledi and Ben Venue. An ideal location from which to absorb one of Scotland’s most picturesque areas. Stronachlachar lies only a short distance from the colourful and welcoming villages of Aberfoyle and Callander which offer a choice of pubs, restaurants, unique shops and a host of colourful festivals all year round. To the west lies Inversnaid on the east shore of Loch Lomond where a seasonal ferry provides a crossing to the west shore. Nearby activities include golf, sailing and a range of other watersports and leisure club facilities. A wealth of walking and cycling routes also provide opportunities to discover some unforgettable views. Shop and pub 11 miles.

Open-plan living room with wood-burning stove, oak floor, loch views and kitchen with tiled floor. Bunk bedroom. Fully tiled shower room, toilet. First floor: Double bedroom with 5ft bed and loch views. Twin bedroom with loch views. Fully tiled bathroom with roll-top bath, toilet.

• Wood-burning stove - fuel included
• Electricity, full ‘Econ 7’ central heating, bed linen and towels included
• Travel cot
• High chair
• Satellite TV
• DVD
• Radio/CD
• Combi microwave oven/grill
• Dishwasher
• Fridge/freezer
• Wi-fi
• Payphone
• Courtyard with raised decked area and furniture
• Parking (for 2 cars)
• Shared barbecue
• Natural spring water supply
• No smoking
• NB: 15 steps to raised decked area; unfenced loch

Ground Floor: Open plan living space: With solid wooden floor.
Living area: With leather suite, 52" Freesat TV and DVD player.
Dining area:
Kitchen area: With electric cooker, microwave, fridge, freezer, dishwasher and washer/dryer.
Bedroom 1: With king size bed.
Shower room: With shower and toilet.
Spiral, open-tread staircase to...

First Floor: Bedroom 2: With double bed.
Bedroom 3: With twin beds.

Oil central heating and electric by meter reading, to be paid direct to the owner on departure. Bed linen included. Towels provided for overseas visitors only. Wi-Fi. Shared 2-acres of grounds with sitting-out area and furniture. Shared BBQ. Parking (3 cars). No smoking. NB: River in grounds, 100 yards.

With the River Mar running alongside this cottage, which is within the Loch Lomond National Park, this stylish holiday property is just a short distance from the village of Drymen and the pretty village of Balmaha with its sandy shoreline and marina. Fishing, cycling and walking are all on offer, with the West Highland Way, Ben Lomond and Conic Hill easily accessible. Boat hire is available in Balmaha. Loch Lomond is a short distance by car, with cruises, barbecue and picnic areas, superb golf and spa facilities, Lomond Shores and the aquarium. Other local attractions include Balloch Country Park. Stirling, Glasgow and Edinburgh within easy reach. Shops, pubs and restaurants 1½ miles.

Ground floor: Living room with patio doors/dining room. Kitchen with tiled floor. 1 double (5ft) bedroom. Shower room with toilet. First floor: 2 bedrooms: 1 double (6ft), 1 twin. Shower room with toilet.

Electricity heating, electricity, bed linen and towels included. Cot. High chair. Freesat TV. DVD. CD. Electric cooker. Microwave. Washer/dryer. Fridge/freezer. Wi-fi. Decked area and furniture. Barbecue. Ample parking. No smoking. NB: Fenced river 10m from rear of property.

This spacious terraced holiday cottage is situated in a picturesque quiet conservation village on the most southerly tip of the Machars Peninsula, 500 yards from the bay and harbour, where swans and herons are regular visitors. Golf, riding, walking and cycling available locally, along with sea fishing and fishing trips from the harbour. Garlieston House, gardens and beach, St Ninian’s Cave and Wigtown are nearby. Visit the Bladnoch Whisky Distillery, Castle Kennedy, Port Patrick and Logan Botanic Gardens, plus the beautiful Galloway Park is within easy reach. Shop 50 yards, pub 500 yards.

Ground floor: Living room. Kitchen. 1 double bedroom. Bathroom with shower over bath and toilet. First floor: 2 double bedrooms, one with additional single (for alternative sleeping). Separate toilet. Additional Z-bed available (for alternative sleeping)

Open fire in living room (initial fuel included). Economy 7 central heating, electricity, bed linen and towels included. Freeview TV. Video and small library. DVD and small library. CD. Electric cooker. Microwave. Washing machine. Tumble dryer. Dishwasher. Fridge/freezer. Enclosed garden and furniture. On road parking. No smoking.

Ideal touring location

With stunning views towards the mountains of Ben Nevis and Aonach Mor, Teapot Cottage is set just 70 yards from the Caledonian Canal. This detached holiday home is very well equipped and furnished, and is ideally based for those wishing to explore the Western Highlands. Fort William, the ’outdoor capital of the UK’, Nevis Range Ski Centre and the world championship mountain bike track are close by and the area is renowned for its spectacular scenery and abundant wildlife.
Take a trip on the Jacobite steam train as seen in the Harry Potter movie, visit stunning castles and gardens, sail to the beautiful island of Mull, spend a day exploring the Ardnamurchan Peninsula or just take a leisurely walk along the banks of the canal. For the outdoor enthusiast climbing, walking, skiing, mountain biking, fishing, horse riding and various watersports are available locally. Spean Bridge is home to a nine hole golf course and a small village shop. Inverness, Loch Ness, Aviemore and the Isle of Skye are easily accessible. Shop and pub 3½ miles, restaurant 2½ miles.

Ground floor: Living/dining room with wooden floor. Kitchen. Utility room. 1 double bedroom (zip and link). Shower room with toilet. Separate toilet. First floor: 2 bedrooms: 1 double (zip and link), 1 twin. Bathroom with shower over bath and toilet.

Oil central heating and electricity included (£20per week winter). Bed linen and towels included. Travel cot. High chair. Freeview TV. DVD and small library. Electric cooker. Microwave. Washing machine. Tumble dryer. Dishwasher. Fridge/freezer. Wi-fi available at £10 per booking. Enclosed lawned garden with decked sitting-out area and furniture. Barbecue. Parking (3 cars). Cycle store. No smoking. NB: Steps from garden to sitting-out area.

Great base for outdoor enthusiasts

Sitting proudly overlooking the sea, with superb views across to the islands of Gigha and Islay, this detached holiday cottage makes a wonderful base for those wishing to explore the Sound of Kintyre. Outdoor enthusiasts are spoilt for choice with superb surfing and windsurfing, sea angling, diving, cycling, horse riding and bird watching. Close by are miles of beautiful white sandy beaches and for walkers, the Kintyre Way runs from Tarbert in the north to Danaverty Bay in the south. There are five unique golf courses in the area, including Machrihanish Dunes and they are known as some of the best courses in Scotland. Nearby daily ferry trips run to many of the smaller isles including Arran, Islay and Gigha. Take a trip via RIB boat to see the seals and puffins around Sanda and the Mull of Kintyre Lighthouse. Campbeltown has a cinema and leisure centre, or visit the Campbeltown whisky distillery where you can partake in “a wee dram”. Beach 219 yards. Shop, pub and restaurant 1½ miles.

All on ground floor: Living/dining room/kitchen. Utility room. 3 bedrooms: 2 double (one 6ft), 1 twin. Bathroom with shower over bath and toilet.

Woodburner in living room (initial fuel included). Economy 7 central heating, electric heaters, electricity, bed linen and towels included. Travel cot and high chair on request. DVD. Wii. iPod dock. Range. Microwave. Washing machine. Tumble dryer. Dishwasher. Fridge/freezer. Wi-fi. Lawned garden with sitting-out area and furniture. Parking (3 cars). Cycle store. No smoking. NB: Drop in garden

Ground Floor: Ramp access leading to.....
Open plan living space
Living Room: With Free view TV, DVD, Ipod docking station and patio doors leading onto decking
Dining Area:
Kitchen: With gas cooker, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washing machine and tumble dryer
Bedroom 1: With king size bed, ipod docking station and Free view TV
Shower Room; With shower enclosure,and toilet - access from bedroom and hallway.

First Floor: Bedroom 2: With two single beds (zip & link into super king bed by request), wall mounted Free view TV and ipod docking station
Bedroom 3: With two single beds (zip & link into super king bed by request) and wall mounted Free view TV
Bathroom: With walk in shower cubicle, and toilet

Gas central heating, fuel, power, bed linen and towels included. Cot, high chair and stair gate provides.Decking with outdoor seating. Shared open garden area. Slipway available to launch small boat or canoe. Fishing available on seafront. Situated within grounds of a small owner occupied static caravan park (with no tourers). Off road parking for 3 cars and space for a 20ft boat. NB: River flows past the cottage and there is open access to seafront

Ground Floor: The property is all on the ground floor, has electric radiators and comprises:
Open plan living space.
Lounge area: With 46" Freeview TV, DVD, CD/radio, Xbox 360 and door to terrace with loch views.
Kitchen area: With electric cooker, microwave and fridge/freezer.
Bedroom 1: With double bed.
Bedroom 2: With twin beds.
Bedroom 3: With bunk bed.
Bathroom: With shower over bath and WC.

All electric, bed linen and towels included. Travel cot. Shared coin operated laundry room within the grounds of the holiday village. Welcome pack.Enclosed terrace with garden furniture. Leisure facilities available at Hunters Quay Holiday Village, which the property sits within the grounds of, include two indoor heated swimming pool’s with shower and changing facilities, Sauna, Jacuzzi, steam room, games room and gym. This is open 9am-9pm and there is a charge of £20 per week for adults and £10 per week for children. Private parking for two cars.

Ideal touring base

This detached single storey holiday property has been carefully renovated and furnished to provide a mixture of modern facilities with period charm. Just a stone’s throw from the road connecting the borders to Edinburgh makes this an excellent choice for exploring the attractions in and around the scenic Ewe’s Valley, and the historical and natural beauty which lies within a short distance. For walking enthusiasts there are many local paths with an abundance of wildlife to be seen. Cycle store available at the property. Shop, pub and restaurant 5 miles.

One step to entrance. All on ground floor: Living room. Dining room. Kitchen. Utility room. 3 bedrooms: 2 double, 1 twin. Shower room with toilet. Bathroom with toilet.

Woodburner in kitchen (initial fuel included). Oil central heating and electricity included (£40per week October-March). Bed linen and towels included. Cot. High chair. Digital TV. CD. Electric Range. Microwave. Washing machine. Tumble dryer. Dishwasher. Enclosed garden, patio and furniture. Ample parking. No smoking. NB: There is an unfenced stream 15 yards from the property.

Ground Floor: The property has 4 steps to the entrance, electric central heating and comprises:
Lounge: With electric fire, 40" Freeview TV and DVD player.
Kitchen/dining room: With electric cooker, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher and washing machine.
Bathroom: With shower over bath, WC and heated towel rail.

First Floor: Bedroom 1: With double bed and 32" TV.
Bedroom 2: With double bed.
Bedroom 3: With twin beds.
Shower room: With shower, WC and heated towel rail.

All electric, bed linen and towels included. Wi-Fi. Welcome pack.Small enclosed courtyard, with patio. On road parking. No smoking. NB: 12 steps in courtyard.

Lagnakeil Lodges are set in a truly unique and unrivalled location. The beautiful Scottish land of mountains, lochs and islands can be experienced from the comfort of these well-equipped, single-storey, detached holiday lodges (refs 30897, 30898, 30899, 30900, 30901, 30902, 30903, 30904, 30905, 30906, 30907, 30908, 30909, 30910, 30911, 30912 and 30913), all set in their own large private grounds situated overlooking the sea Loch Feochan. The lodges are nestled throughout 7 acres of scenic wooded hillside in the peace and calm of Lerags Glen. Only three miles from Oban town centre, the ’gateway to the isles’, this picturesque harbour town is the unofficial capital of the West Highlands. Oban means ’little bay’ in the old Gaelic tongue and with its many attractions, shopping facilities and fine eating establishments, known as ’the seafood capital of Scotland’, it is ideal for those wishing to relax and explore. The town was first made popular in the time of Queen Victoria. She called it ’one of the finest spots we have seen’ and from the early 1800s, visitors flocked to the place aboard the Comet steamship which linked Glasgow and Oban. The Inner Hebrides consist of Kerrera, Lismore, Mull (with the small town of Tobermory which has become famous as ’Balamory’) and the granite mountains of the Morvern Peninsula. Beyond them are Coll, Colonsay, Tiree and Iona. All are accessible to visitors through organised trips. Ferries to the islands run regularly. There are lots of activities for all the family, ranging from an exciting boat trip, a visit to Oban Distillery or any one of thirty spectacular gardens, to the Atlantis Leisure Centre with its water slides, the intriguing Oban War and Peace Museum, and the The Scottish Sea Life Sanctuary, a spectacular aquarium with a busy rescue facility for abandoned seal pups. Over 50 natural marine displays with talks and feeding demonstrations throughout the day every day. Discovering the surrounding countryside is fun - horse riding at one of Oban’s many riding schools or perhaps take in a round of golf at Oban’s 18-hole golf course. Oban’s tourist information centre in Argyll Square is a great place to find out what’s going on in the area during your stay. Take to the clear waters around Oban and Lorn for sailing, sub-aqua diving, canoeing and sea angling, or cruise to the head of Loch Etive for a unique experience. Lagnakeil’s well-appointed lodges and cosy cottages are set in a haven of tranquillity that is guaranteed to revitalise the most world-weary guest. Yet only a short walk up the glen, a country pub can be found serving home-cooked food and ales. This is truly a magical place for all ages! Shop 3 miles, pub 1 mile (1/2 mile on foot) and restaurant ½ mile.

All on ground floor: Living/dining room/kitchen. 3 bedrooms: 2 double, 1 twin. Bathroom with shower over bath and toilet. Separate toilet.

All properties: Electric heaters and electricity by meter reading. Bed linen and towels included. Cot, travel cot and high chair on request. Freesat TV. DVD. Electric cooker. Microwave. Shared laundry facilities. Dishwasher. Wi-fi. Private decked area with sitting-out area and furniture. Shared 7-acre grounds. Barbecue. Shared games room with pool table, table football and board games. Parking (1 car). Natural water supply. No smoking. NB: Step to garden. Sea loch, stream, steps and sloping banks in grounds.