Scotland is often associated with the sound of bagpipes blaring solemn music over a majestic scenery of rugged hills and mountains. While this can be attributed to the “Braveheart effect” and how media shaped our perceptions of other countries, there’s also no denying its influence on tourism. Scotland’s national tourism organization even capitalized on this and creates set-jetting tours centered around locations, people, and history related to films and TV shows. For example, the Braveheart Tour takes guests through important places in William Wallace’s life, such as his birthplace of Elderslie, Dumbarton Castle where he was imprisoned, and Stirling where a monument to him now stands.
If you’ve been inspired to visit this country rich in culture and history, you can’t go wrong with booking a property from our list of the best Airbnb Plus rentals in Scotland, UK.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 13, 2024.
1. BlueNess; Inverness (from USD 102)
BlueNess is a charming apartment situated in a residential area of Inverness close to River Ness. You’ll feel energized by the property’s blue and white hues, reminiscent of the sky on a fair day. The apartment is able to maximize its space, so you’ll find everything you’ll need such as a fully equipped kitchen and a stocked bathroom. A parking permit is also provided so you can park your vehicle along the street.
If you’d like to see what the commercial district has to offer, you can reach the area within a 15-minute walk.
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very nice modern apartment with lots of amenitiesfull kitchen and amenities made it a great place to relax on a long tripmost of all we appreciated jill’s prompt response thoughtfulness (fresh flowers in the room ) and late check-outthe apt is small and beautiful and everything was new and very efficientwe had a great stay at jill and amira’s apartmentCleanliness:
fantastic airbnb clean tidy and modern appartementthe place was impeccably clean and well stockedvery clean and comfortable with many thoughtful touchesvery nice quiet and clean apartmentit was sparkling cleanHost:
jill was very helpfulwonderful accommodation beautifully appointed host was very responsive to any questions we hada very friendly and accommodating hostjill was a great host and i would definitely recommend her place if you are considering itjill is a fantastic and responsive hostRead more reviewsLocation:
location was within easy walking distance to towngreat location for a weekend breakeasy location for the city centrethe location was simply perfectthe location was fantastic and close to shops restaurants and bars
2. Weaver's Cottage; Lower Largo (from USD 139)
Sitting prettily along the beaches of Lower Largo, this seaside cottage is a romantic and cozy getaway, perfect for honeymooning couples. Best of all, the property allows pets so you can bring your furry babies along for the holiday.
The rustic property has plenty of personality with its rough and sturdy stone exterior giving way to a gentle wooden interior. Inside, the furniture is arranged in a way that maximizes space, using nooks and cubbies for items and appliances.
Do note that guests will need to climb a ladder to reach the bedroom area, so those with accessibility issues will have to discuss alternative arrangements with the host.
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my husband and i felt more than comfortable in caron's beautiful cottagethe tv isn’t a smart tv so you can’t log in to your netflix/prime or anythinghad everything we needed to a comfortable 4 night stayCleanliness:
extremely clean and wonderfully decoratedvery clean and warm little placespotlessly clean and extra comfy and cosycomfortable bed and super cleanloved our stay at weavers cottage - the place was absolutely spotless and super cosyHost:
excellent host to deal with and lots of little welcoming touchesthe host was very responsive and friendly and the whole experience was greatreally lovely place and host/hostessthe hosts have beautifully restored it up to a very high standardsuperb hosts and exceptional location and cottageRead more reviewsLocation:
loved the beachfront locationfantastic location and lovely accomodationwow what an awesome locationit’s in a great location so close to the quiet beachlovely stay in a beautiful location
3. h-century cottage; Edinburgh (from USD 220)
This stone house is a converted and refurbished dovecote - a building used by farmers for keeping pigeons and doves. You can still see remnants of its previous purpose in the bedroom, where cells that used to house individual birds have been turned into cubby shelves and light fixtures.
Back on the first floor, you’ll find the dining area, living room, and kitchen next to each other. The cooking area is fitted into an alcove and includes a gas stove and a convection oven. The heated floors should stave off most of the cold, but you can light the fireplace and bundle up on the couch if you need extra warmth.
Outside is a lush garden of growing shrubs, looming trees, and crawling vines, presenting the perfect view regardless of the season.
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the wifi is great as wellloved the light from skylight and windows loved the bathroom and heated floorscozy picturesque and quirky cottage situated in a lovely area of edinburghCleanliness:
very comfortable and cleanthe place was comfortable and so cleanthe accommodation was perfect exactly as described clean and cosyHost:
sarah is a very nice hostsarah was an excellent hostsarah is an amazing hostnice host who is very hospitablesarah is a great host and is very knowledgeable about the areaRead more reviewsLocation:
perfect location a 15 minute walk to the city centreit's an easy walk from downtown or convenient bus rideclose to city center but far enough away to enjoy some peace and quietthe location is easy walking distance to town & many local shops/eateriesawesome place beautiful neighborhood & close to everything
4. Steampunk airship overlooking the coast; Drimnin (from USD 215)
Nestled on a hill along Scotland’s western coast, you’ll find an enigmatic structure made of treated wood and transparent glass, braced and plated by shiny reflective aluminum.
Upon entering, you are welcomed by a space adorned with cutlery and cookware. When you turn back to the doorway, you notice soft cushions upon a platform. Smaller chairs are positioned next to a low table beside a fireplace. Going further, you find a large mattress, soft and enveloped in warm sheets. By the vast window stands a table with shelves - the perfect writer’s recluse. This airship can be the perfect Scotland vacation home, especially if you’re looking for a sustainable rental.
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the layout and amenities are perfect the wifi is super super fast and the views were just breathtakingthe bed is super comfy and then the viewthe cooking facilities in the airship are excellent wifi should you require it and a warm showerbut amazing unique cozy restorative are a few of themHost:
amazing hosts thank you xamanda & shirley were great hosts and we will certainly look for an opportunity to stay again soonamanda was a great host answering any queries and giving good recommendationsamanda and rod were fantastic hosts and we really couldn’t have wished for moreamanda is a great host and we would love to go back and stay again some time soonRead more reviewsLocation:
amazing place and the location is beautifulbeautiful remote location and really unique and special spacefrom the perfectly isolated location to the unique design and decorwonderful secluded retreat in a spectacular locationthe walk to auliston point is stunning
5. Posh apartment with a view of Forth; Edinburgh
You’ll find this wonderful apartment in the developing upscale Edinburgh neighborhood of Western Harbour, making this place a great choice if you want to avoid the flurry of Edinburgh’s city center. The delightful modern decor gives this apartment an inviting air and ample elegance. One of the bathrooms in this property has a bathtub and shower, while the other has a walk-in shower.
Free parking on the premises is available if you have a vehicle, but there is also a nearby bus stop if you prefer using public transportation.
Edinburgh, Scotland, United KingdomSuperhost
Accommodates: 4
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we had an excellent stay at jo’s apartmentroom for a manual wheelchair and good accessibility to the buildingthe beds are very comfortable and the bed linen hotel standardnice to be able to see the water from the kitchen toowe had a great stay at jo's apartmentCleanliness:
clean and airyspotlessly clean and very well appointedher apartment is really clean and tidyjo's place is very clean and stylishhad a great stay the apartment is clean and tidy and well presentedHost:
joanne is a wonderful hostjo was really attentive and provided great supportjo’s is a wonderful host and her apartment is absolutely fabulousjo is a great host who made us feel welcome and is very responsive to all our queriesfantastic and friendly help from the host there was nothing that we needed to ask forRead more reviewsLocation:
there's a nearby asda and several good eating spots close bybeautiful location and excellent bus service into townthe public transportation is close and excellent with many options to the city center and the airportgreat location for us visiting leith and things to do on the outskirts of edinburghgreat location and plenty of space
6. Artsy apartment in Old Town; Edinburgh (from USD 158)
This apartment is located in Old Town in Edinburgh and is just a couple of corners away from the Royal Mile. You can take in the view of downtown from your windows and savor a restful sleep in bedding made of fine Egyptian cotton. Heating makes the house cozier. The kitchen comes equipped with just the right appliances, cutlery, and dishware you’ll need for preparing meals. There’s also a washing machine if you need to do laundry.
This property is perfect for couples looking for a Highlands honeymoon. The Old Town is also home to many museums and tours, so you’ll have plenty of things to do while in the city.
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all the amenities were great- shower washer/dryer and bed- and we would highly recommend to othersour favorite part was the netflix channel on the tvliving room a bit noisy as on the street bedroom super quiet as in a courtyardhad a great stay at dunc and dee’s apartmenta very nicely presented apartment in the centre of edinburghCleanliness:
flat was very clean and comfortableflat was clean spacious and very cosythe apartment was very clean and well equippedthe flat is clean and well equippedclean and bright and great communicationsHost:
host were very responsive and helpfulamazing hosts and an amazing apartmentgreat hosts their list of recommendations was amazing had the best experiences in the restaurants they suggestdunc and dee were dream hosts and went out of their way to make us comfortableduncan and dee were very helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
great location within walking distance to everywherethe location is really fantastic heregreat place and locationgreat location for edinburgh close to the action and station yet a little away from the hurly burlygreat place in a perfect location
7. Country coach house transformed into studio apartment; Glasgow (from USD 62)
Feel the breeze blowing through the grassy Scottish Lowlands near Glasgow. Couples are sure to love the cozy and mellow ambiance of this countryside home.
Though the apartment could be described as snug, the decor is planned well, so you won’t feel cramped at all. The bedroom has a queen size bed set against a wide window that comes with heavy drapes. The skylight windows next to the dining area and work desk create a bright environment to brighten the whole apartment. The kitchenette has a mini fridge and a convection oven, so you’ll need to head to one of the nearby towns if you prefer having big meals.
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lots of space great shower and enough cooking facilities for simple mealstv is great with plenty of channelsthe room is lovely with beautiful decor and everything you need to handthe room was superb…just what i needed…light bright and airy and overflowing with (website hidden by airbnb) excellent choice…excellent and comfortable stay at emma’s placeCleanliness:
the room was very comfortable and clean and we loved the decor tooemma’s place is a definite gem the place is clean and definitely has its own personalitybeautiful setting in the countryside yet easy to get to the city clean and comfortablevery clean with a super cozy bed loved my time here and would absolutely come backthe room and bathroom were pristine and very cleanHost:
she was helpful and understanding willing to help and answer questionsvery peaceful and great hostthe host were lovely and responded very quick whenever we had any issuesreal gem of a find and the host was really lovely & helpfulemma was a lovely host kind and welcomingRead more reviewsLocation:
the location was great - very close to glasgowbeautiful location and living spacea beautiful location within easy distance of thorntonhall station for travel into glasgowbeautiful place in a fantastic locationpeaceful location close enough to shops if you needed them
8. The Old Dairy at Dalmore Farm; Highland (from USD 151)
You’ll find the Old Dairy as part of the properties of Dalmore Farm, in the town of Alness in the Scottish Highlands. The cottage is a stone house dating back from the 1850s, given a fresh new look with its modern fixtures and furniture set against serene pastel-colored rooms. The kitchen is fitted with state-of-the-art appliances, and you’ll also find a nice welcome basket full of produce from the farm.
You can spend your time exploring the farm and trying the offerings at their shops.
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with good quality blankets cushions beds sofa for comfortthe cottage was cozy extremely clean and had all of the amenities you could hope forso super comfortable super hot water great water pressureCleanliness:
lovely clean and cosy cottagethe unit was exceptionally clean and there were such thoughtful touches throughoutwe couldn't ask for more a safe clean & friendly place plenty of character withinwe loved the bread eggs and milk though and the decor and cleanliness otherwise was goodHost:
she is a gracious hostthe hosts were amazinglovely thoughtful touches from the host including a welcome basket of goodiescarolyn is an excellent hostshe was very helpful with the area and quick to respondRead more reviewsLocation:
cute stone cottage near alness high streetvery easy access and great locationa great location too and we will definitely come backthe location was perfect with shops nearbywe would definitely recommend a stay at this location
9. Chic modernity amidst vintage stone walls; Edinburgh
This stylish apartment can be found in Edinburgh’s Haymarket area, in the western half of the city. This property features plush and colorful furniture contrasted by the steady sturdiness of the hewn stone. You’ll have a restful sleep with the luxe linens and bedding provided.
If you’d like a night out in the town, you can’t go wrong with booking this property as Haymarket has plenty of great restaurants and pubs.
Edinburgh, Scotland, United KingdomAccommodates: 4
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the host provides esstials like shampoo conditioner body wash along with a hair dryer and clothes ironthe space was just so comfortable for sleeping and for just hanging outbeautiful apartment beds were super comfortable amenities were great and the location worked well for exploring the citykitchen is very well equipped - especially for delicious morning coffeeapartment was quiet and nicely furnishedCleanliness:
everything was exceptionally clean and newit was spotlessly clean when we arrived with nice linens and towelsthe apartment was clean beautiful and well appointedotherwise clean with fully stocked bathroom and kitcheneverything was clean and beautifully put togetherHost:
the host was very helpful and quick responsegintare was a great host who answered questions before we asked themgintare was an awesome host and we enjoyed our staythe owner had the flat ready for us a bit earlier due to our travelsthis place was amazing and the host was great to deal withRead more reviewsLocation:
what a great place and location to stay while visiting edinburghexcellent location for transport dining and seeing the citywe felt right at home excellent locationwe were only here for two nights but loved the locationwhat a fantastic place to stay to be able to enjoy everything about edinburgh the location is perfect
10. Cozy rental filled with artwork; Edinburgh (from USD 213)
Situated along Edinburgh’s Royal Mile, this stately apartment is packed with an interesting collection of books, photographs, and paintings. The bed box is hidden behind the paneling, and you’ll have a snug double bed to sleep in. The living room is where you’ll find works of art and literature, along with sofas to sit and relax in. The kitchen and dining area have large windows that will literally brighten up your day.
Since you’re already staying somewhere along the Royal Mile, you might as well take the opportunity to check out the things to see and do, such as Writers’ Museum and The Scotch Whiskey Experience.
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stunning views from the apartment made for an even more enjoyable timebeautiful apartment very stylish full of useful amenities and easy to enjoyit’s both comfortable and a convenient space for exploring edinburghthe best parts of the apartment was the antique furniture music selection and book collectionthe light that floods into the kitchen/living space is amazingCleanliness:
perfectly clean and tidyit was spotlessly clean) the place was super clean and comfortableso clean and wunderful thank youeverything was incredibly cleanHost:
very helpful host with everything you needhe’s a great host and his home was superba wonderful spot and hostlovely chic decor and helpful waiting staffhe is a wonderful host and the apartment is something really specialRead more reviewsLocation:
a perfect location to experience the city easy walking distance to all the key sitesamazing location and so close to everything that part of town has to offergreat location and beautiful spacethe location is perfect for exploring edinburghmost importantly - the location everything was a really manageable walk away
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Whether you’re a descendant who wishes to learn of your ancestral heritage or a plain visitor seeing the sights, don’t forget to book one of the best Airbnb Plus rentals in Scotland on this list and prepare for a lovely vacation.
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