There are so many reasons to include Scotland on your travel bucket list. The amazing country is famed for its magnificent castles, rolling hills, beautiful beaches, lochs, and friendly people. Located in the northern region of the UK, Scotland is about 436.6 km (271.3 mi) from Manchester and 752.5 km (467.6 mi) from London. One of the most visited sights in Scotland is Edinburgh Castle, which offers breathtaking city views, and Arthur’s Seat, an ancient volcano that’s now a rich cultural heritage site. Don’t miss the opportunity to visit Loch Ness, the lake of the infamous mythological monster that swims its waters. If you’re a huge hiking and trekking enthusiast, make the trip to Ben Nevis, the highest mountain in Scotland with a 1,345-m ( 4412.7-ft) high summit. Looking for a holiday home with convenient amenities? Read on for the best self-catering accommodations 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 11, 2024.
1. Luxurious beachfront residence for families, Achnasheen (from USD 367)
This dreamy beachfront residence is the perfect escape for families. Spacious enough for eight guests, this self-catering property has a fully functional kitchen with a modern range cooker, a huge fridge and freezer, a blender, a kettle, a microwave, dishes, and utensils.
The luxuriously furnished residence features four well-appointed bedrooms, two full bathrooms, a spacious dining and living room, and a patio that overlooks Loch Ewe. Love wilderness watching? Spend the day in the large fenced garden and capture sights of otters, harbour porpoises, dolphins, and sea birds.
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a really beautifully presented and furnished house - warm comfortable and with stunning viewsit’s so comfortable with its numerous sofasall beautifully decorated to a high standard and very comfortableall enjoyed swimming in the sea lochCleanliness:
the four spacious bedrooms have comfortable beds and are tastefully furnished and decoratedHost:
wendy the housekeeper is also a credit to shorecroft being friendly and welcoming and nothing too much troubleRead more reviewsLocation:
fabulous location 8 minute drive to local shop and nice hotel with good foodit’s in a beautiful location and has everything you need for a comfortable staythis is a wonderful restful place to spend time chilling outexcellent holiday cottage in amazing locationit also has a walk in wardrobe and finally an extremely comfortable bed
2. The Kenmore Club By Diamond Resorts, Kenmore (from USD 218)
Reasonable pricing with spacious cottages and excellent facilities.
Indoor swimming pool, well-kept grounds, and easy access to local attractions.
Beautiful setting near the river park and small town, with stunning views of Loch Tay.
On-site restaurant with excellent food, but may have limited availability and should be booked in advance.
To say this place is beautiful is an understatement as The Kenmore Club boasts a grand stone brick entrance and impressive locale on the banks of Loch Tay. Historically, the property was the walled garden of Taymouth Castle but is now an exclusive resort featuring luxurious cottages.
You’ll be amazed by the modern conveniences here that include a fully functional kitchen with a microwave, an oven, a coffee maker, a dishwasher, a fridge, and utensils for preparing meals easily. You can spend the day having fun at the resort’s outdoor pool or tennis court while the kids go wild at the children’s playground.
The Kenmore Club
Address: Kenmore By Aberfeldy
24.13 km (15.0 mi) from The Hermitage
3. Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile, Edinburgh (from USD 383)
Good value for central location; additional cleaning service available for a fee.
Modern, spacious studio rooms with kitchenettes; laundry facilities; helpful staff.
Conveniently located on the Royal Mile; walking distance to major attractions and Waverley Station.
Nice breakfast; pantry for quick meals; nearby dining options.
Centrally located in Edinburgh, Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile is a popular choice among travellers. The posh aparthotel offers fully furnished apartments with a kitchenette equipped with a coffee maker, a dishwasher, a kettle, utensils, and crockery for simple meal preparation.
You can feel right at home as the apartments have comfortable bedding, a private bathroom, a living room, and a seating area in selected units. Planning a sightseeing trip? There are pubs, restaurants, and must-see sights located close by, like Edinburgh Castle and Festival Theatre.
Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile
Address: 231 Canongate
72.53 km (45.1 mi) from The Hermitage
4. Sandman Signature Aberdeen Hotel & Spa, Aberdeen (from USD 128)
Make your holiday dreams come true at Sandman Signature Aberdeen Hotel & Spa, a modern four-star property with top-tier amenities in Aberdeen, Scotland. The well-appointed rooms have a private bathroom with a shower, complimentary toiletries, a flat-screen TV, tea- and coffee-making facilities, a fridge, and a microwave. The guest suites come with a stylish living area and a well-equipped kitchenette to whip up meals.
Have a relaxing time at the luxury spa before checking out the fitness centre, pub, shared lounge, and restaurant for delicious meals. Most guests love the spacious rooms and the hotel’s excellent location close to terrific attractions like Aberdeen Maritime Museum and Aberdeen Railway Station.
Sandman Signature Aberdeen Hotel & Spa
Address: St. Andrew Street
113.09 km (70.3 mi) from The Hermitage
5. The Glenmoriston Townhouse Hotel, Inverness (from USD 203)
Reasonable pricing for the location and amenities offered.
Comfortable rooms with river views, onsite parking, and a charming lounge area.
Perfect location on the river, within easy walking distance to the town center and attractions.
Delicious and hearty breakfast, excellent restaurant with a good selection of drinks.
Treat yourself to a luxurious stay at The Glenmoriston Townhouse Hotel, situated by the beautiful River Ness in Inverness. Perfect for couples and families seeking self-catering accommodation, this hotel offers apartments with a fully fitted kitchen with a Nespresso coffee machine, cutlery, and appliances for cooking simple meals. The units also feature luxurious creature comforts, free WiFi, a flat-screen TV, and windows that open out to scenic river or garden views.
When you’re not up to cooking, you can head to The Contrast Brasserie for scrumptious local cuisine before adjourning to The Piano Bar for a taste of Scotland’s finest whiskies. Keen to explore the vicinity? The hotel is a short walk from Inverness Cathedral and Inverness Museum and Art Gallery.
The Glenmoriston Townhouse Hotel
Address: 20 Ness Bank
108.35 km (67.4 mi) from The Hermitage
6. Portavadie Loch Fyne Scotland, Portvadie (from USD 213)
Retreat from a hectic city lifestyle and enjoy a peaceful getaway at Portavadie Loch Fyne Scotland, a majestic destination located on the banks of Loch Fyne in Portavadie, Scotland. Discover a wide choice of accommodation, including luxury apartments, holiday cottages, and studio apartments. These units come with a fully fitted kitchen with basic utensils and contemporary appliances for the ideal self-catering break.
Enjoy dining at Portavadie’s fine restaurants that serve seasonal produce and seafood before checking out the nearby shopping outlets, spas, and recreational centres. Reconnect with nature when you explore the lush surroundings dotted with rolling hills, lochs, and ancient forests.
Portavadie Loch Fyne Scotland
Address: Portavadie, Loch fyne
129.39 km (80.4 mi) from The Hermitage
7. Sweet holiday retreat by the loch, Spean Bridge (from USD 126)
Nothing beats the awe-inspiring views and refreshing cool breeze at this loch-side lodge in Spean Bridge, Scotland. Planning to enjoy home-cooked meals while on holiday? This self-catering property boasts a newly fitted contemporary kitchen that’s kitted with an oven, a hob, a microwave, a dishwasher, a fridge, a kettle, cooking appliances, and a full range of utensils to make meal preparations easy.
Fit to accommodate four guests, the sweet holiday retreat has two plush bedrooms, two bathrooms, a spacious living room, and an outdoor deck that opens out to stunning views of Loch Lochy and mountains on the horizon. The property allows pets, so you can have fun exploring the Scottish highlands with your furry companions.
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a beautiful apartment with stunning views on your doorsteplovely apartment with fantastic views will be definitely returningCleanliness:
clean stocked fast wifi internetRead more reviewsLocation:
stunning peaceful location and propertybeautiful accommodation in a stunning locationwe enjoyed our stay there in such a lovely quiet locationi highly recommend this place i wish that we could come back there again
8. Charming cottage for five, Blairgowrie (from USD 106)
Make yourself at home in this charming country cottage with awe-inspiring woodland views in Blairgowrie, Scotland. This self-catering property offers an old-fashioned and well-equipped kitchen with essentials to easily prepare simple meals. Able to accommodate five guests, the rental has two bedrooms, one bathroom, a living room, and a dining area. Revel in the majesty of nature in the secluded garden surrounded by wilderness, where red squirrels, wild birds, deer, and chickens roam freely.
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the cottage was extremely comfortable and very well equippedthe cottage was very comfortable and we thoroughly enjoyed our stayCleanliness:
just a clean cosy well equipped property that was a treat to stay inspacious clean and comfortable cottage in lovely surroundingsHost:
great hosts in aileen and bobthe owners aileen and bob were very friendly and helpfulowners aileen and bob were very friendly and helpfulour hosts aileen and bob were very warm and welcomingthe owners are really nice and friendly and their dogs are equally welcomingRead more reviewsLocation:
a great central location for east central scotland both perthshire and angus countieseverything was perfect and the location was ideal for dog ownersthe spacious garden backs onto interesting woods which the we and the dogs loved walking throughlovely location with the woods and walks immediately at the back of the cottage
9. Delightful haven with a fully fitted kitchen, South Ronaldsay (from USD 86)
This waterside holiday home comes with gorgeous sea views all around. Located in St. Margaret’s Hope, South Ronaldsay, the single-bedroom cottage with a private bathroom is great for a couple’s retreat. It is a self-catering unit that has a fully equipped kitchen with a stove, a toaster, a refrigerator, a microwave, a kettle, a grill, pantry items, dishes, and utensils for cooking delicious meals.
Keen to explore the area? There are grocery stores to buy food essentials, a post office, a pub, a coffee house, and local craft shops near the property.
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the cottage was comfortablewould have liked a few more kitchen devices (ethe bathroom was well lit and really liked the side shelves for storageCleanliness:
this is an attractive clean and well equipped cottagewe were sad to leave this neat clean and convenient little houseHost:
tracey the owner was especially niceeveryone we encountered was friendlywe were welcomed at the doorstep by our hostRead more reviewsLocation:
super little shop across the road and a unique eatery 5 min walk awayst margaret’s hope has an interesting craft shopwhat a great property it's location is fantastic right on the bay and nestled into beautiful stit was lovely being in the village and walking round to the shops to get bits and piecesthe waterside location is in one of the most attractive villages in orkney
10. Beautiful lodge with countryside views, Stirling (from USD 164)
Looking for a quiet escape in a rural retreat? This beautiful lodge on 6.5 acres (2.6 hectares) of private gardens and landscaped grounds fits the bill. Located in Stirling and Falkirk, Scotland, this property has two comfortable bedrooms, two bathrooms with essentials, and an open-plan living and dining area. Cooking is easy in this self-catering cottage that has a well-equipped kitchen with an integrated fridge freezer, a dishwasher, a wine chiller, and basic utensils for meal preparations.
The spacious outdoor deck is the best place to admire the countryside views and watch for deer wandering across the plains. Venture further to explore the nearby attractions such as Lake of Menteith, Stirling Castle, Doune Castle, Glengoyne Distillery, and Loch Lomond.
Top guest reviews
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surprisingly good wifi and phone signalsCleanliness:
spotlessly clean with everything you would needclean well kitted propertywe found it to be very clean comfortable and warm and generally well equippedgenerous size for four people lovely and clean and great having two bathroomsit was spotlessly clean very well equipped and the host iona was extremely welcomingHost:
hosts iona & mark were super friendly and helpfulabsolutely lovely property and really nice owner whom we met on arrivalwarm and secluded place with great hostsRead more reviewsLocation:
beautiful lodging set in peaceful locationbeautiful accommodation - peaceful and quiet locationperfect place to explore loch lomond and the trossachsa fantastic place to relax
Have an enjoyable vacation in Scotland
Staying in self-catering holiday homes offers you the benefit of preparing your own meals in a fully equipped kitchen. This is great for families with young children and travellers who have special diets. Plus, it certainly saves expenses on eating out for every meal during your Scotland holiday.
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