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WalesWhen you’re booking a weekend break, you want to spend those precious two or three days fully recharging – and where better to do that than Scotland? Stay in some of the most rural areas of the country and enjoy the expanses of open countryside stretching in every direction.
If you fancy an area with activities, then there’s lots of lovely traditional villages to visit, as well as endless hiking routes along Scotland’s unique scenery. But not to worry if you just want to kick back in a special holiday home! We picked these five cottages to ensure your weekend break’s base is as relaxing as it can be.
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Lochside Cottage, Highlands
As the name might suggest, this fabulous rural cottage is found on the edge of a Highland loch. But that description doesn’t do this holiday home’s glorious location justice. When you take your weekend escape up here, you’ll wake up each morning to the fantastic views of crystal waters and dramatic hills. Enjoy the bright kitchen-dining area, furnished with a perfect mix of country-living character wooden beams and contemporary kitchen fittings. Or take a soak in the lovely deep bath upstairs, also with uninterrupted views straight across the loch.
If you want to spend your weekend walking, you’re in luck. Your front door is only steps away from the water’s edge, perfect for evening strolls as the sun sets. Or if you just want to unwind, there’s a private hot tub in your patio garden for total relaxation.
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Belmont’s Bothy, Dumfries and Galloway
This quirky holiday home is ideal for a short romantic getaway. Found in Dumfries and Galloway, Belmont’s Bothy is a converted shepherd’s hut with a wealth of bright character. Spend the day exploring the traditional little town of Ruthwell, or hike the stunning coastline of the Solway Firth. Then rustle up a warming meal in the pretty country kitchen while the wood-burner fire heats you up even more.
There’s a raised patio and garden furniture so you can enjoy your meal outside. Or, if it’s a little rainy, just take your plates into the enclosed pagoda to eat undercover. After dinner, sink into the large hot tub to soak your muscles, then settle down in the large double bed and watch the sun go down over rural Scotland.
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Hillview, Ayrshire
Step into country living with this cosy Scottish cottage, found in rural Ayrshire. Embrace the lovely solitude of the open countryside from the second you drive up Hillview Cottage’s private driveway and enter your detached single-storey holiday home. In your bright living room, you’ll find a variety of comfortable sofas and armchairs, a wall-mounted TV and a corner wood-burner. Gaze out of the wall-length windows at the uninterrupted views of Scotland’s finest scenery. Or make yourself a cup of tea and a snack in the stylish yet charming kitchen.
This property boasts two large bedrooms, ideal for a small family weekend break and a large contemporary bathroom. Outside, find a games room tucked into the converted garage, with a ping-pong and pool table. And you’ll adore the large hot tub under a protective pagoda, perfect for long soaks enjoying the peace of your Scottish weekend break.
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The Soup Kitchen, Dumfries & Galloway
This stylish country cottage is perfect for a family weekend away. Enjoy the fantastic views of Dumfries and Galloway from the cosy upstairs living area of this upside-down cottage. Settle down on the comfy sofas and browse the channels on the 42” TV, or make the first brew of your weekend getaway in the contemporary kitchen. If you want a moment to enjoy the solitude of the countryside, all you have to do is look through the low skylight windows of the sloping roof. But if you want to experience the fresh air too, step through the patio doors of the living space onto your balcony and enjoy your drinks outside.
Downstairs, take your pick between three lovely bedrooms – one super-king, one king-size and one zip-and-link. And this property provides a wealth of outdoor space. Relax in your secluded garden, savour an alfresco meal on the decking furniture, or take a dip in the 6-person hot tub.
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The Holiday Cottage, Sutherland
Immerse yourself in the wild heart of Scotland with a weekend escape to The Holiday Cottage in the Highlands. You’ll stay right on the edge of Loch Fleet, with glorious views across the water to the mountains from your holiday home’s bedroom windows. Every room is packed with character here, from the iron wood-burning fireplace and Georgian windows of the living room to the lovely rustic Aga in the kitchen. Both the double and the twin bedroom are bright and cosily decorated, each with an en-suite.
Step through the French doors in the dining room onto the patio and dine alfresco in your secluded garden. Then a soak in your relaxing hot tub to finish off your Scottish weekend escape.