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Walkers' Paradise...

Walk down from the hills to a warm and cosy home.

Thousands of people come to Scotland every year to walk in its spectacular hills. Whether you want the challenge of a Munro, or to stroll a lowland slope, it’s a great place to walk this Autumn. And your own holiday cottage can be an ideal base for a wide range of day-long walks, promising you a warm and comfortable place to rest your feet, whatever time you make it back!

All the properties below offer something special. You can browse the list or, by clicking the brown ‘Search’ bar, search according to your specific requirements.

With EmbraceScotland you book direct with the owner, giving you access not only to the best prices, but also a wealth of knowledge and advice about the pleasures and pitfalls of the local hills and glens.

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Cologin Country Chalets and Lodges, Lerags Glen

Cologin Country Chalets and Lodges, Lerags Glen

Argyll, the Isles, Stirlingshire

2.5 miles from Oban

Nestled in the hills, Cologin offers a unique combination of self catering chalets, lodges and private houses complemented by a superb country inn - The Barn - on a scenic 16 acre site all just minutes from Oban - 'the Gateway to the Isles'.

No of properties: 20. Smallest property sleeps up to 2, largest property sleeps up to 15.

Yethouse, Luxury Farmhouse Cottage
Green Tourism Award - GoingGreen

Yethouse, Luxury Farmhouse Cottage

Scottish Borders

20 miles from Hawick

Large farmhouse cottage in Newcastleton, between Langholm and Kielder Water in the Scottish Borders. 4 star luxury self catering accommodation for 6 people, up to 8 by arrangement. 2 dogs welcome.

No of properties: 1. Sleeps up to 6.

The Melfort Club
Green Tourism Award - Gold

The Melfort Club

Argyll, the Isles, Stirlingshire

16 miles from Oban

Beautifully furnished, traditional stone cottages, situated at the head of Loch Melfort, near Oban, in a peaceful village setting. Excellent leisure facilities including indoor swimming pool and playpark.

No of properties: 32. Smallest property sleeps up to 4, largest property sleeps up to 10.

Shore Croft Holiday House, Aultbea

Shore Croft Holiday House, Aultbea

Highlands and Skye

14 miles from Gairloch

EXCEPTIONAL, 5 STAR, HOUSE right on the edge of the sea, with pebble beach. Views out to Loch Ewe & Outer Hebrides. Romantic retreat or family holiday for up to 8.

No of properties: 1. Sleeps up to 8.

Benwell House

Benwell House

Highlands and Skye

In Ullapool

Welcome - Benwell House is a spacious warm house, ideal for groups of friends or families, sleeping up to 10 people. It is in the picturesque coastal village of Ullapool on the stunning NW highlands near beaches, mountains and lochs of Scotland.

No of properties: 1. Sleeps up to 10.

Orroland Lodge

Orroland Lodge

Dumfries and Galloway

9 miles from Kirkcudbright

Enjoy the spacious, elegant and comfortable self catering accommodation in this large country house. Relax on the sheltered, sunny terrace and feast your eyes on the magnificent views across the sea to the Cumbrian mountains

No of properties: 1. Sleeps up to 14.

Quarry Cottages, Ballachulish

Quarry Cottages, Ballachulish

Highlands and Skye

15 miles from Fort William

Perfect for the Great Outdoors. The holiday cottages are situated at the bottom of the Pass of Glencoe. Walk, climb, ski, cycle, fish, photograph, tour, or just relax amongst beautiful West Highland scenery.

No of properties: 3. Smallest property sleeps up to 4, largest property sleeps up to 4.

Pitfour Castle Holiday Lets Ltd, St Madoes

Pitfour Castle Holiday Lets Ltd, St Madoes

Perthshire, Dundee & Angus

5 miles from Perth

Two luxury self catering apartments set within the magnificent Grade A listed Pitfour Castle, built in 1784. 40 mins drive from Edinburgh. An ideal base for exploring Perthshire and beyond.

No of properties: 2. Smallest property sleeps up to 2, largest property sleeps up to 4.

Tomich Holidays
Green Tourism Award - Silver

Tomich Holidays

Highlands and Skye

15 miles from Drumnadrochit

Peaceful self catering luxury accommodation in beautiful Highland setting near Glen Affric NNR. Ideal for walking, touring, cycling or relaxing. Price includes bedding, heating, electricity and use of swimming pool. Green Tourism Winners.

No of properties: 12. Smallest property sleeps up to 4, largest property sleeps up to 6.

Rusko Holidays
Green Tourism Award - Silver

Rusko Holidays

Dumfries and Galloway

2 to 6 miles from Gatehouse of Fleet

Lovely secluded self catering house and cottages set amid magnificent Scottish scenery in beautiful unspoilt South West Scotland; near the coast, historic towns, subtropical gardens, golf courses and the Galloway Forest Park.

No of properties: 4. Smallest property sleeps up to 2, largest property sleeps up to 12.

Ardmaddy Castle Holiday Cottages

Ardmaddy Castle Holiday Cottages

Argyll, the Isles, Stirlingshire

12 miles from Oban

Five individual extremely well maintained self catering holiday cottages sleeping 4 to 12, with stunning views on coastal estate. Games rooms, tenniscourt, sea/ hill loch fishing, boats, stunning walks and wildlife/birds.

No of properties: 5. Smallest property sleeps up to 4, largest property sleeps up to 12.

Clunskea Farm House

Clunskea Farm House

Perthshire, Dundee & Angus

6 Miles from Pitlochry

Near Pitlochry, a semi-detached, traditional farm house set in beautiful glen and moorland scenery, so typical of Highland Perthshire. A range of shops, restaurants and the acclaimed Festival Theatre nearby.

No of properties: 1. Sleeps up to 5.

Pucks Lodge

Pucks Lodge

Argyll, the Isles, Stirlingshire

6 miles from Dunoon

Comfortable, self-catering holiday accommodation, situated on the edge of the Argyll forest in a beautiful part of the Scottish Highlands. Available for short, weekend or longer breaks.

No of properties: 1. Sleeps up to 6.

Airdeny Chalets, Taynuilt
Green Tourism Award - Silver

Airdeny Chalets, Taynuilt

Argyll, the Isles, Stirlingshire

12 miles from Oban

7 self catering chalets set in a peaceful natural habitat, one mile from Taynuilt. Spectacular views of Ben Cruachan and Glen Etive. Ideal for walking, cycling, fishing, bird watching, touring Western Highlands & Islands or just relaxing.

No of properties: 7. Smallest property sleeps up to 4, largest property sleeps up to 6.

Springwell Holidays
Green Tourism Award - GoingGreen

Springwell Holidays

Highlands and Skye

12 Miles from Fort William

Six comfortable self catering holiday cottages on a 17 acre wooded hillside with beach, 10 miles from Fort William, Lochaber - 'Outdoor Capital of the UK'. Panoramic views overlooking Loch Linnhe, Ballachulish and the Glencoe Mountain Range.

No of properties: 6. Smallest property sleeps up to 4, largest property sleeps up to 8.

Oakbank Apartment, Edzell

Oakbank Apartment, Edzell

Perthshire, Dundee & Angus

10 miles from Montrose

Oakbank is a newly renovated luxury 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom self catering apartment in the heart of the village. It will offer you all the comforts you expect to find in your own home.

No of properties: 1. Sleeps up to 6.

Carefree Holidays Glencoe
Green Tourism Award - Bronze

Carefree Holidays Glencoe

Highlands and Skye

18 miles from Fort William

Situated in and around Glencoe, our self catering properties enjoy magnificent mountain views and are fitted to a very high standard. All our properties are conveniently placed for shops, hotels and amenities.

No of properties: 11. Smallest property sleeps up to 4, largest property sleeps up to 6.

Burnside Holiday House, Dippin

Burnside Holiday House, Dippin

Ayrshire & Arran

3 miles from Whiting Bay

Spacious holiday accommodation, comfortably sleeps 7 people (plus baby/toddler). Glorious outlook, peaceful location. Ideal base for exploration of Scotland in Miniature. All amenities within minutes.

No of properties: 1. Sleeps up to 7.

Ben Duirinnis House

Ben Duirinnis House

Argyll, the Isles, Stirlingshire

15 miles from Oban

Ben Duirinnis House is a large traditional family home set within its own secluded grounds on the shores of Loch Etive. Activities nearby and only 30 minutes from Oban.

No of properties: 1. Sleeps up to 9.

Fhuarain Forest Cottages and The Lazy Duck
Green Tourism Award - Silver

Fhuarain Forest Cottages and The Lazy Duck

Highlands and Skye

under 1 mile from Nethy Bridge

Self-contained and peaceful close to Nethybridge (Aviemore 10m), one traditional forest cottage and a quirky, elemental bunkhouse. Disabled access, cancellation insurance included, sauna, free wi-fi. Excellent value/person/night.

No of properties: 2. Smallest property sleeps up to 5, largest property sleeps up to 8.

Tirindrish Cottages

Tirindrish Cottages

Highlands and Skye

1 mile from Spean Bridge

The ideal Highland location. Our three comfortable cottages are set in 16 acres of garden and woodland with superb views, 1 mile from Spean Bridge. A perfect base for touring the wonders of the Highlands.

No of properties: 3. Smallest property sleeps up to 4, largest property sleeps up to 6.

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