European countries are well-known for their preserved nature offering lush landscapes and breath-taking sceneries. Scotland is no different. Tourists from all over the world flock to this nation in the UK for a break from their busy and bustling lives. The country has various geographical features that attract flocks of visitors from many places. In fact, it is a dream of many to visit or even migrate to a charming country. The beauty of Scotland is best experienced in many of its farms, which offer great services, warm hospitality and a peek to its vibrant culture and lifestyle. Read on to explore the best farm stays 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 August 18, 2024.
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1. Cosy cabin by a river (from USD 63)
Wish to spend your vacation in a cabin on a working farm with a river flowing through it? Look no further than this stay. The steading is located in Strathusdale, Ardross; and is the perfect place for a holiday away from noisy and busy cities. It can easily house a couple and comes with one bedroom with two beds and a toilet. An indoor fireplace is also available to keep you warm on cold nights. With no Wi-Fi and phone signal, you will get a few peaceful days to yourself in the tranquillity and the charm of the nature surrounding this property. There are various hiking and cycling trails around the cabin as well.
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super cozy cabin with comfortable beds and beautiful viewincredible experience the cabin is basic but cozy comfortable and with a wonderful viewnice and comfortable beds with very warm blankets great fire stove well equipped kitchen and comfortable toiletit was really cozy to sit by the wood burner and listen to the radio and just relaxHost:
host was very nicealex was a fantastic hostalex is a brilliant hostfriendly and accommodating hostsalex is a brilliant host and has amazing storiesRead more reviewsLocation:
lovely location peace and quietabsolutely stunning location and amazing value for moneygreat location for exploring the highlands frombeautiful location and perfect hostinggreat getaway in a perfect location
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2. Stay with a magnificent view of the sea (from USD 161)
This cabin is situated on the Isle of Skye and features a fantastic view of the vast sea and mountains beyond. Perfect for a couples retreat, the cabin is well-equipped with a marine theme. With one bedroom and a double bed, it also has Wi-Fi, washing machine, heating, a laptop-friendly workspace, hot water, shower; a fully equipped kitchen with microwave, oven, refrigerator, coffee maker, utensils as well as a stove. There is also a garden for you to lounge while you sip on a hot coffee while enjoying a beachfront view. If you love animals, this farm also has animals like chickens and sheep roaming free at times.
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it was well heated and very comfortablevery cozy as tested with cold temperature amazing amenitiesit's got all mod cons and was very cosy and comfortable even in cold weathergreat cozy little house fantastic view very friendly and helpful hostscomfortable amazing location - beautiful cottage with all the comfortsCleanliness:
it is very clean and cozythe cabin is gorgeous clean and moderneverything was clean and well taken care ofgreat place very quiet nicely decorated clean and very comfortableit was cozy clean and a well decorated spaceHost:
wonderful hosts very friendly and helpfulhosts were friendly and informative about the areathe hosts are really great and very nicekathy and alan were very helpful with all our questionsthe host and his young family were thoughtful friendly and helpful whilst also respecting our privacyRead more reviewsLocation:
lovely stay in a picturesque location on skyefantastic cabin in a rural locationand it was worth it for the beautiful locationa perfect few days away walking and relaxing in the most idyllic locationif you want a good place to stay on skye we can strongly recommend this one
3. Modern house in a countryside setting (from USD 134)
Fitting up to four guests, this cabin is for those who prefer a modern and minimalistic touch to their vacation. It has great amenities to ensure a great stay. The lawn has a hot tub facility and is secluded from neighbours and the surroundings. It also has Wi-Fi, heating, hot water, refrigerator, stove, and many more facilities. It also has a strategic location, as it is only a 15-minute drive from Loch Ness and Urquhart Castle, 5 minutes from the Belladrum Festival, and 2 minutes from the Achnagairn Castle. It is also walking distance from Fort William, where you can go on a hike on Ben Nevis, the UK’s highest mountain.
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we had flown in late so these made the perfect breakfastCleanliness:
very cosy and cleanpod was very cleanthe stay was clean and comfortableit is very cleanit was sparkling clean and the bed was super comfyHost:
kind and friendly hostchloe was an amazing hosthost is lovely and easy to contacta great host & a great staychloe was a very accommodating and welcoming hostRead more reviewsLocation:
amazing location to get to many placesthe location was great for our needs toogreat little place in a beautiful rural locationwe were close to inverness and made a trip to loch ness easilythe drive there was easy and the location is just stunning
4. Pretty house facing a lush field (from USD 396)
Find the stay of your dreams at Orchard Hideaway, located at Cliftonhill. With picturesque sceneries and a secluded location, you will find all you need for a great vacation in the farm stay itself. A modern building facing a large field, the stay is simple yet elegant. It comes with a hot tub outside, as well as swing chairs for your comfort. Apart from that, the cabin also includes various facilities to make your holiday worthwhile. It has two bedrooms, perfect for a family to spend their days here. What’s more, guests have access to the organic farms, woods, as well as the river.
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the cottage was perfect very well equipped and cozybeautiful views fantastic facilities and peacefulwe enjoyed the fabulous view our comfortable beds and the hot tubCleanliness:
clean and well equippedthe lodge was spacious and clean and the hot tub an added bonusdefinitely a lovely private relaxing stay and everything was spotless and as specifiedgreat place to hideaway tranquil modern cozy clean hot tub is amazing highly recommended;)the facilities were spotless and had everything you would need for a comfortable stayHost:
excellent hosts who were very quick to resolve our queries and requeststhe hosts were attentive and accessible but also very respectfulthe hosts were great also making sure we had everything we neededfantastic lodge with very welcoming hostsnot only were the hosts lovely but the people in the village itself made us feel very welcomeRead more reviewsLocation:
beautiful place in a beautiful locationgreat location - so peaceful and relaxing yet only 5 minutes drive to kelsoheavenly location in every way - quiet accessible interesting wildlife and beautiful vistas every way you lookwhat a perfect weekend at the hideaway gorgeous location beautiful house - nothing was lackingamazing stay fantastic scenic location with lots of places to visit nearby
5. Stylish stay for a large group (from USD 939)
This stay is perfect for those looking for an extravagant experience in a farm setting. It can fit up to nine guests, therefore it is great for a family gathering or friends outing. A two-bedroom cottage is also available within a short walk. The main house overlooks a vast garden with a breathtaking view of greeneries, particularly during sunset. The stay has three rooms, including a library room, and comes with an integrated Sonos music system. A comfortable five-person hot tub is also placed in the garden. Separately, it also has a barbeque area, a trampoline as well as a grass pitching area.
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the open planned nature of the kitchen dining table and sofas make it perfect for a grouplots of space and great facilities with a well stocked kitchenloved the cinema room and the sonos music system which extends to the hot tub areagood media set up (movie room is excellent ) and reasonable kitchen facilitiesCleanliness:
a lovely clean house with everything you needed and moreit was very clean and modern with great amenitiesall the rooms are very spacious clean and modern decor throughoutfantastic home with great amenities very clean and spaciousHost:
great host with a great housegus was a lovely host making sure we were looked aftergus was a great host i would stay at his place again without reservationangus was a great host and couldn't have been friendlier or more accommodatingangus was a great host and really helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
location is perfectthe location was perfectthe location is great with balmullo village only a couple of minutes drive awaygreat house in great locationwe can definitely recommend this location
6. Comfortable cabin with dine-in service (from USD 244)
Buzzard Cottage is located in Port of Menteith, and can comfortably fit up to four guests. It has two bedrooms and two bathrooms. Converted from a barn to a splendid stay, the cabin provides a great view of the Lake Menteith and the areas surrounding it, dubbed one of the best views in the National Park. It is also located in a convenient location for hikers. It also comes with a dine-in experience, so be sure to ask your host! Just a short distance away, you will find the tourist towns of Aberfoyle and Callander if you would like to shop for essentials or souvenirs.
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super cozy place with an amazing viewa cozy cottage with lots of room and an amazing viewvery comfortable and spacious cottage with some exceptional viewsthis cottage was so beautiful combining a traditional bothy feel with quality modern decor and facilitiesthe cottage is beautifully furnished with everything you need for a comfortable stayCleanliness:
comfy beds fluffy towels very cleanclean and cozy in lovely surroundingsclean fully equipped and comfortablewe stayed there for a couple of nights the house was very clean and cosyso cozy clean well equipped and great valueHost:
the hosts where really helpfulamazing place with friendly hosts and cows :-)friendly hosts on hand if requiredalison is a great hostthe highlight was the hosts home cooked venison casseroleRead more reviewsLocation:
wonderful place in a beautiful locationit is situated in a quiet location perfect for a relaxing vacationclose to plenty of national park attractionsa great location for the national park and loch lomondgreat location and perfect for a few relaxing days away
7. Quaint cottage in a strategic location (from USD 193)
This farmhouse is located in Auchtermuchty, in the center of a huge green field overlooking a mountain. Fitting up to six guests comfortably, the cabin provides a glamping experience to visitors. The house has a double bed that converts into a dinette, and a small bed sofa in the living room. It also has great accessibility to many tourist spots such as the Myres Castle, Falkland, and Lomond Hill and St. Andrews. The farm may not be open for guests, but a friendly white horse from down the road will pay a frequent visit to guests in this gorgeous stay!
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the wifi connection is amazing which was an added bonusCleanliness:
the pod was spotless and beautifully designedthe pod was spotlessly clean with everything you could ever needextremely clean and tidy very stylish and the hot tub was amazingvery very clean and everything provided that you needloads of space inside amazing shower and sparkling cleanHost:
sheena and her husband are lovely attentive hosts and were happy to answer any questions we hadboth she and her husband were very welcoming and friendlycommunication with sheena the owner was greatRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is quiet and gorgeousthe hot tub and location was so relaxingwould recommend to anyone that would like a quiet get away in a beautiful location
8. Rustic cabin for perfect farm experience (from USD 119)
Looking for the real farm experience? Howe Bothy at Evie is your answer. It fits a couple and comes with one bedroom. The cabin is true to its nature, with brick walls and stone pathways overseeing a large field and the sea beyond that. One look at the cabin and you will definitely fall in love. It has a functional kitchen, a wetroom shower, and a toilet. Apart from that, you also will be visually treated to a great variety of free-ranging poultry during your stay here.
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comfortable with beautiful views of the countrysidethe bothy was perfect for our needs - comfortable warm well equipped and filled with great artthe bed was comfortable and my 6 foot husband was able to squeeze in comfortablythe pictures do not do this place justice our expectations were exceeded more spacious and comfortable than we thoughtit is super homely warm and cozyCleanliness:
everything was clean and the house is just cozythe room was clean and very comfortablea very clean and quirky bothy in a beautiful locationwe stayed in the bothy for a week it was clean cosy and funthe bothy is truly fantastic value for money; spotlessly clean cosy and comfortable with a unique quirkinessHost:
john himself was the most generous of hostsjohn is a wonderful hostjohn is a wonderful hostjohn was very friendly and a great hostjohn is a great hostRead more reviewsLocation:
the location was greatthe bothy is really close to the sea and a wonderful and unique prehistoric sitewonderful location and the accommodation was fantasticgood location for exploring the main sights of mainlanda really nice restoration in a quiet convenient location
9. Simple and classy house by the forest
This house in Falkland is located just a few steps away from a forest. Standing majestically in white and red, the building is cosy and classic. Four people can stay conveniently, and the house comes with a bathroom. It has Wi-Fi for you to stay connected to the outer world. Apart from that, it is a few minutes away from Maspie Den, which offers a memorable experience of a hanging waterfall. There’s a fully equipped kitchen with wood stove, and firewood is provided. The house also has a private lawn with tables and chairs. And it is only minutes away from the nearest village. You also have access to the farm trail!
Falkland, United Kingdom
139.51 km (86.7 mi) from Urquhart CastleTop guest reviews
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brilliant wifi but everything else was brilliantly rustic and exactly what we wanteda beautiful cozy cottage for romantic winter breaksno tv (a bonus) but excellent wi-fi and strong 4g mobile signalthe cottage is comfortable with comfy beds and a great showerthe café and farm shop are lovely and we had breakfast there several timesCleanliness:
bathroom was very clean and shower excellentthe bothy was clean well equipped and cosyvery cosy clean and comfy and perfect for a hideawaythe cottage itself is very clean and comfortablethe house itself was clean and tidy and comfortable and we recommendHost:
judy was a lovely and attentive hosti was able to get all my groceries there and the staff was friendly and helpfulperfect for our retreat purpose perfect to host and dive into some inquiriesthank you to judy for being very accommodating from start to finishjudy was super helpful before our stay and throughoutRead more reviewsLocation:
great location and charming bothyquiet but close enough to lovely cafewonderful charming place in a beautiful location with woodland walks and delicious organic food literally at the doorstepgreat location and so cosy highly recommendedwe also walked into falkland which is only 20 minutes away and had a lovely wander around
10. Remote cottage on top of a hill
Located on a peak of a rocky hill, this cottage offers a magnificent view of the vast sea below, promising you a great experience of a farm stay vacation. Fitting two people, the cottage is a wing of the Spilt Rock Croft House and has its own entrance, dining room, and a fully functional kitchen. You also get access to a great seaside view from the comfort of your window! Its remote location provides a break away from all the city buzz. Free-ranging poultry is also found in the vicinity.
Lochinver, Scotland, United Kingdom
109.4 km (68.0 mi) from Urquhart CastleAccommodates: 2
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the cottage is stylish and cosy with excellent wifi washing machine and dryersofa matress isn't comfortable but the twin room is nicecozy cottage with lovely views in a great locationsplit rock croft was a stunning and incredibly comfortable place to stay in assyntthe apartment is modern and stylish with some of the best views we have had anywhereCleanliness:
very clean and a perfect hostrooms are clean and spacious and very very privateimpeccable accommodation clean and modern with everything you might needproperty clean and very well equipped definetely a lovely dayhas everything you need it is clean cosy comfy and warmHost:
helen was an excellent hosthelen is a wonderful hosthelen and graham are wonderful hostshelen was a great host and is very welcominghelen is so friendlyRead more reviewsLocation:
the location was amazingthe location is perfectgreat location whatever the weathergreat place in a great locationsuch a beautiful location in clachtoll with multiple beaches within walking distance
Revel in the once-in-a-lifetime farm experience in Scotland
Scotland is an amazing place to experience and explore nature, be it the sea, mountains, fields, or even farms! Don’t miss the opportunity of a lifetime to visit the European nation and gain great memories of a splendid and satisfying holiday away from the city.
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