Castle rentals in Scotland

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Castle in Clackmannanshire
DOLLARBEG CASTLE - The Tower - luxury 3 bed rental
DOLLARBEG CASTLE is a unique castle vacation location in Scotland. This luxury apartment has 3 themed bedrooms, a cinema room & tower, with private rooftop terrace and panoramic views of the surrounding countryside & the Ochil Hills. The Tower apartment at the unique & historic Dollarbeg Castle has been fully refurbished & is presented to a high standard, with luxury furnishings. It retains great character throughout, with turreted corners in several rooms & outstanding views from every window.
Feb 23 – Mar 2
$607 per night
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 50 reviews
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Castle in Fort Augustus
LOCH NESS - Luxury Highland Retreat in Scotland
LOCH NESS unique vacation rental in the Highlands of Scotland. Located on the shores of Loch Ness, within the fully renovated Benedictine Abbey in Fort Augustus. This luxury first floor apartment has been fully refurbished and includes 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and a modern kitchen. There are many onsite facilities including swimming pool, sauna, steam room, tennis court, gym, table tennis, children's play area, croquet lawn, archery and there is also an onsite restaurant overlooking Loch Ness.
Dec 3 – 10
$385 per night
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 22 reviews
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Castle in Portpatrick
Stay in Castle: Royal Apartment on Seaside Estate
Sleeps up to 12! The Royal Apartment has up to six bedrooms available with six ensuite bathrooms. Each extra guest after EIGHT guests is charged an additional 50gbp / guest to make the bedrooms and bathrooms available. All bedrooms are based on double occupancy. The Apartment is located inside a 19th-century castle with its own private entrance and courtyard, with modern features dovetailed into original design, expanding the space & light, to create a luxury homestay that's entirely bespoke.
Oct 23 – 30
$591 per night
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 58 reviews

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Vacation rentals in Scotland

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Tiny home in Drimnin
Unique and Secluded AirShip with Breathtaking Highland Views
Nov 5 – 12
$216 per night
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 385 reviews
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Cottage in Alston
Snope Cottage
Sep 28 – Oct 5
$115 per night
4.81 out of 5 average rating, 330 reviews
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Cottage in Stronachlachar
Lochside Cottage
Feb 26 – Mar 5
$516 per night
4.89 out of 5 average rating, 159 reviews
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Vacation home in Snizort
57° North - Stunning Holiday Home, Isle of Skye
Jan 15 – 22
$417 per night
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 103 reviews
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Condo in Strathcarron
Unique, historic home at Strathcarron, near Skye
Dec 11 – 18
$97 per night
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 208 reviews
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Tiny home in Newburgh
The Beekeeper's Bothy
Oct 6 – 13
$139 per night
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 281 reviews
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Cottage in Cumbria
Rose Lea Cottage Eden Valley & The Lake District
Feb 21 – 28
$123 per night
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 171 reviews
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Farm stay in Cowshill
Romantic Off-grid retreat in North Pennines AONB
Jan 25 – Feb 1
$110 per night
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 209 reviews
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Cabin in Northumberland
The Drey; Luxury Holiday Cabin With Hot Tub & Fire
Oct 8 – 15
$208 per night
4.83 out of 5 average rating, 261 reviews
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Barn in Strathdon
Couthie Cooshed in the Cairngorms
Feb 8 – 15
$129 per night
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 106 reviews
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Tiny home in Draperstown
The Black Shack @ Bancran School
Jan 7 – 14
$107 per night
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 380 reviews
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Cabin in Strathdon
The Wee Love Nest with wood burning hot tub
Jul 5 – 12
$256 per night
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 263 reviews

Home rentals in Scotland

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Home in Aviemore
Spectacular Modern House
Nov 28 – Dec 5
$344 per night
4.85 out of 5 average rating, 221 reviews
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Home in Cumbria
Wythop School, Lake District
Jan 15 – 22
$175 per night
4.85 out of 5 average rating, 320 reviews
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Home in Netherthird
Rural retreat with fabulous panoramic views
Nov 30 – Dec 7
$332 per night
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 161 reviews
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Home in Bridge of Allan
Drovers Lodge
Oct 5 – 12
$191 per night
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 206 reviews
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Home in Harrapool
The Beach House Broadford
Jan 23 – 30
$509 per night
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 108 reviews
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Home in loch lomond scotland
Loch Lomond area. Luxury Cottage with hot tub.
Nov 13 – 20
$292 per night
4.89 out of 5 average rating, 128 reviews
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Home in Highland
Spacious Peaceful Highland Retreat
Feb 12 – 19
$209 per night
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 107 reviews
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Home in Northumberland
Cosy 4+star One Bed 1700's Cottage.
Aug 17 – 24
$102 per night
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 567 reviews
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Home in Northumberland
The Glass house.
Jun 22 – 29
$216 per night
4.83 out of 5 average rating, 370 reviews
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Home in Cumbria
Stunning Cumbrian Barn Conversion with Hot Tub
Jul 9 – 16
$378 per night
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 118 reviews
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Home in Causeway Coast and Glens
5*Luxury Glamping with Private star Gazing Hot Tub
Dec 1 – 8
$180 per night
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 119 reviews
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Home in Cumbria
Luxury Cumbria Georgian country house for up to 18
Sep 23 – 30
$344 per night
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 162 reviews

Other great vacation rentals in Scotland

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Cottage in Highland Council
Idyllic Black Isle cottage & hot tub with a view!
Feb 13 – 20
$218 per night
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 129 reviews
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Cottage in Yanwath
Accessible cottage (edge of Lake District)
Jan 24 – 31
$95 per night
4.81 out of 5 average rating, 151 reviews
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Barn in Houston
Rural idyll close to Glasgow, quiet and peaceful
Oct 13 – 20
$162 per night
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 282 reviews
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Cabin in Fraserburgh
Door to the Shore - Seafront Cottages
Dec 10 – 17
$191 per night
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 148 reviews
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Apartment in Inverness
Inverness Castle Apartment - Highlands NC 500
Aug 10 – 17
$219 per night
4.81 out of 5 average rating, 229 reviews
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Farm stay in Auchtermuchty
Stay@Southfield - Luxury Pod on Auchtermuchty Farm
Jul 9 – 16
$194 per night
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 266 reviews
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Hut in Heads nook
Cairnbeck Glamping (Otter View)
Oct 30 – Nov 6
$104 per night
4.82 out of 5 average rating, 366 reviews
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Hut in Perth
Tranquil and Cosy Perthshire Cabin
Nov 25 – Dec 2
$84 per night
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 620 reviews
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Cottage in Na h-Eileanan an Iar
48 Balallan
Oct 14 – 21
$154 per night
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 124 reviews
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Cabin in Fort William
Harava Lodge
Feb 1 – 8
$166 per night
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 749 reviews
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Barn in Rattray
The Loft at the Bonnington Farm
Feb 9 – 16
$112 per night
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 453 reviews
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Apartment in Dollarbeg
9 The Mansion House, Dollarbeg
Nov 20 – 27
$146 per night
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 200 reviews

Your guide to Scotland

Welcome to Scotland

Every corner of Scotland seems to have a dramatic story to tell: This is an ancient landscape marked by crumbling castles, green hillsides where clans once battled, and, of course, deep lochs said to hide at least one mythical monster. The northernmost country in the United Kingdom claims rugged mountains, craggy shores, and cities that look like medieval fantasies. Yes, you’ll probably notice a few kilted street performers puffing on bagpipes as you explore heritage sites like Edinburgh’s Royal Mile, the historic heart of the regal capital. But there’s a lot more to this proud nation than its most visible clichés.

In the Lowlands, the majority of the Scottish population resides in Edinburgh and Glasgow, the largest city. Together they form an area known as the Central Belt. Where Edinburgh delivers on Scottish landmarks and grandeur, Glasgow gives you counterculture hot spots. As you move into the Highlands, some of Scotland’s most romanticized vistas come into view, with villages wedged into narrow valleys and towering mountains like Ben Nevis reaching monumental heights. As you explore the mysterious ruins, misty islands, and sprawling national parks, you’ll find Scotland retains some of Western Europe’s wildest and most remote places.


The best time to stay in a vacation rental in Scotland

Scotland is a country known for its internationally famous festivals, culminating in August with the Edinburgh International Festival and Edinburgh Festival Fringe taking over the capital for a month of performances and events. Summer is also the warmest and driest season, when Scotland’s northerly position makes for long, sunny evenings and a festive vibe wherever you go. Crowds are noticeably thinner in spring and early fall, when you can experience the major cities and tourist sites more like a local. Winter gets unrelenting rain and occasional snow, but you’ll still find plenty of cozy indoor hubs, historical and otherwise, where you can stay warm.


Top things to do in Scotland

Glasgow’s West End

Glasgow’s fashionable and leafy West End comprises several low-key neighborhoods filled with art museums and galleries, locally owned shops, and some of the most celebrated Scottish restaurants. Take a gander at Argyle Street or duck in cobbled Ashton Lane to get the pulse of Glasgow’s resurgence as a cultural epicenter. This is also home to one of the city’s favorite greenspaces, Kelvingrove Park, where you’re treated to views of the iconic gothic architecture of Glasgow University.

Eilean Donan Castle

Cross a stone bridge to a tiny tidal island, where several castles have stood guard since the 13th century. In the early 20th century, reconstruction efforts turned the foreboding ruins into one of the most photographed landmarks in Scotland. Its scenic position at the meeting point of several sea lochs makes Eilean Donan Castle alone worth the detour to the Western Highlands to witness the sight for yourself. It’s a popular stop on the way to the nearby Isle of Skye, a magical place with several of its own photogenic castles as well as the iconic Fairy Pools, a series of waterfalls in the Glen Brittle forest.

North Coast 500

From Inverness, take one of Scotland’s most scenic drives along the narrow, twisting roads looping through the lesser-traveled North Highlands. The 516-mile (830-km) trip, designated as a touring route in 2015, passes some of the United Kingdom’s most remote fishing villages and harbor towns. You’ll see barren beaches, jagged coastal cliffs, and islands just offshore. While you could drive the North Coast 500 in a day, take a slower roll and give yourself several days to sightsee castles, trek natural trails, and maybe even spot the Northern Lights here at the tip of Great Britain.

Destinations to explore