Scotland, Bonnie Scotland! With its famous rugged landscapes. This part of the UK offers so many memorable places to visit from the mist-shrouded peaks of the Highlands to unforgettable Cities like Edinburgh and Glasgow. And what better way to experience it all than from your own luxury 12-person cottage?
Grab your tartan and a wee drink and let’s explore some fantastic luxury large cottages with hot tubs that have everything you need for a special family or group getaway in the Scottish wilds.
The perfect setting for that special group getaway. Strone House comes with a beautiful big conservatory, hot tub, garden, sauna, games room and a cosy open fire for family and friends to sit around until the wee hours! Packed with character and Scottish charm.
From £1267 / Week
Large groups of friends and families will have plenty of space and privacy at Stone Gables with 7 bedrooms. This Scottish property sleeps over 12 people and there’s plenty of space outside for large families and friends, including your own basketball court and football pitch! The BBQ hut is something we’ve not seen on other cottages – a separate property that lets you BBW indoors all weather. Children will love the huge garden, complete with swings and slides.
From £1920 / Week
This isn’t one of those situations where someone calls their holiday home ‘XYZ Castle’. This is literally a massive castle, complete with turrets, and thick stone walls. The works. Think romantic 4-poster beds, exposed beams, roaring open fires, and enough space to get lost in. Heading outside, you’ll find your own hot tub waiting for you, along with 8 acres of grounds to explore! This is an unforgettable experience for any family or group lucky enough to book a week away here.
From £2294 / Week
If someone asked us to recommend a real show-stopper cottage that sleeps 12 in Scotland, we’d struggle to find one better than this. Don’t take our word for it. The pics really speak for themselves, that at the consistent 5-star reviews. The interior of this large rental is just beautiful, very modern and feels like a decadent 5-star hotel. You’re away from everything and everyone here in the centre of an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in Clyde Muirshiel Regional Park, you’ve got 400 acres to play with. Complete with a hot tub, plus a games room with pool and air hockey!
From £3654 / Week
Tigh Sorcha is a large cottage that sleeps 12 and has more bedrooms and has plenty of space for big groups and families. You’ll enjoy the different dining areas that are perfect for those loud feasts where you can get everyone around the table at once. There’s an absolutely gorgeous private garden outdoors, your very own mini park. You’re right next to St Andrews here and only 7 miles from Dundee too, with sandy beaches a short drive away. Football fans, golfers and children will really love the driving range and a football goal at this property too.
From £1911 / Week
This huge building is beautifully done out inside with lots of great character that makes for a memorable getaway for family and friends. Whether you’re celebrating a wedding anniversary, engagement or just living your best life with your friends, there are loads to do here and with a full-size tennis court in your backyard, it’s not exactly short on space. You’ve got 9 bedrooms to share out here and 5 bathrooms so everyone can enjoy their privacy.
From £3397 / Week
Imagine having to clean a house this size, with 14 bedrooms and 13 bathrooms! Thankfully, you don’t have to. All your family and friends need to do is roll up at this stunning luxury cottage and claim their own room. This mansion-of-a-house is filled with Scottish cottage charm like the exposed beams and open fires. You can enjoy activities like the built-in cinema room, infra-red sauna and of course your own bubbly hot tub! You’re right next to Loch Lomond here too. This property sleeps 26 so it’s ideal for really large groups.
From £5613
This stunning property is very grand and makes for an unforgettable family holiday for up to 14 family members … or groups of friends. Kids will LOVE the cinema room here, complete with reclining seats and the outdoor hot tub is covered so you can make a splash even if it’s raining. If you are blessed with good weather, there are some fantastic outdoor views over Scotland and tons of space to run around to explore and play. And the peace and quiet – wow. This setting is so relaxing!
From £2002 / Week
Booking a large lodge means you can have the whole family together while still having enough privacy. You can book properties for smaller groups that sleep 10,12 or much larger properties that can sleep up 16-24 adults!
There are large holiday cottages dotted all over Scotland too, from the Cairngorns to Argyll and everthing in between, all decked out with all the the luxury you could want on a family getaway, or a trip away with friends.
If you’ve ever had the frustration of trying to book a group of lodges for a large party you’ll know how difficult it is to get enough places to rent that are near to each other at the same time. Booking one big place you can all fit in makes for an easier life. It’s also easier to deal with people deciding to come at the last minute, or someone dropping out.
The kinds of bookings we see for bigger properties are things like celebrations:
If a holiday isn’t a holiday if it means leaving a certain four-legged friend behind, they’ll be as pleased as you are that they don’t have to spend the time away from you.
There are some fab pet-friendly cottages that sleep 12 up in Bonnie Scotland which not only welcome pets but make for a great getaway for 4-legged companions as much as they do the rest of the family. So what should kind of Scottish retreat should you book if you’re taking a dog along?
Want to book the ultimate super-star cottage rental for your family? Why not go all out and pick one with a swimming pool? A number of these larger properties that sleep twelve or more will come with a decent pool. Be warned though – if it’s an outdoor one, it could be more like an ice-plung pool in the colder months unless it’s heated.
Thankfully, a lot of houses have pools that are of the indoor variety, normally in a large conservatory.
One of the real joys of visiting cottages has been seeing how amazing some of the outdoor spaces are. These larger lodges and holiday rentals have some whopping private gardens that are your own oasis of peace and quiet to enjoy during your stay. (Well, as peaceful as it gets if you’re travelling with little ones!)
Some of the outdoor spaces are just gorgeous in larger properties and there’s plenty of room for all 12 of you to find a spot to sit and unwind. If you’re a keen BBQer the majority of properties we’ve visited and written about do come with a decent size BBQ that you can use to have a cookout for the whole family.
Whether your idea of a fun time on a cottage break is exploring the fascinating city of Edinburgh, or you’re happier off in the middle of nowhere in the highlands, or you’re convinced this will be the year you’ll snap a selfie with the Loch Ness Monster, Scotland offers everyone a diverse range of locations, landscapes and holidays.
There are some outstanding big cottages with hot tubs in the Highlands that will happily sleep 12 or more guests and this area offers some of the most spectacular scenery and activities during your getaway. Home of Loch Ness, the towering peaks of Ben Nevis (the UK’s highest mountain). Whether you hike, bike, drive or take to the water, this area is one of the most beautiful places in the UK for a cottage group break.
Whether you’ve been to Edinburgh before or not, there’s always a certain feeling you get when you visit this city! What an amazing place, steeped in rich history, and with so much to explore and enjoy. With winding streets and insane verticality, it’s a mix of the ancient and the modern. Explore the castle, get lost in the endless quaint streets or just find your way into one of the incredible pubs. Edinburgh is one of those places where you can spend days without planning anything out and have the best time ever.
An enchanting part of Scotland, Syke offers a chance to see some of Scotland’s stunning coastline. Take on some water sports, hike the Quiraing, and visit Dunvegan Castle.
Scotland and castles go together like Neeps ‘n’ Tatties! And you’re missing out if you don’t stop off at one of these magnificent buildings during your cottage break. There’s no shortage of ancient historic houses to visit:
Scotland isn’t just marvelling at the dramatic landscapes and trying to spot the areas used in the movies! It’s a chance to get involved in some seriously heart-pounding outdoor action too.
Prices start at around £1300 to book a decent-sized holiday home that will sleep 12 guests in Scotland. They can spiral upwards to £5000 – £6000 depending on the kind of property you’re booking. One of the main ways to get around this cost is to split it with other guests who are attending. Once you chop it down like that, it’s not too bad for a week’s holiday. You can also book for shorter durations of course. A three-night stay in a big fancy cottage might be just the ticket and costs a lot less too!
One thing I would say is that larger lodges and holiday rentals cost the owners a fortune to run and keep going. You literally need a team of employees to get a castle with 7 bedrooms ready for the next guests. And things like council tax, rates and heating costs can mean that hosts aren’t exactly getting rich.
Besides, these are some of Scotland’s most outstanding properties. We spend a lot of time reviewing, visiting and writing up the cottages we feature on Lodges with Hot Tubs and some of the best ones are these larger properties. Sharing a holiday with a larger group of friends or family is something you can’t put a price on.
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