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A detached cottage, situated near the town of Castle Douglas. WiFi. Modern bathroom. Castle Douglas 1.5 miles; Dumfries 22 miles. (Ref. 976747)

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  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Washing machine

7 nights from £362

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  • Bedrooms2
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A fabulous holiday cottage in the village of Kirkcolm, Scotland. Stylish interiors. Outstanding surroundings. Woodburning stove. Stranraer 6.6 miles; Portpatrick 11.7 miles. (Ref. 1043977)

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7 nights from £475

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A charming single-storey cottage, nestled in Thornhill, in Dumfries and Galloway. Beautiful countryside views. Pet-friendly. Ground-floor living. Rural. Dumfries 22.5 miles; Ayr 38.8 miles; Kilmarnock 39.8 miles. (Ref. 1097599)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from £537

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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    4.7

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A charming National Trust cottage perched in Rockcliffe near Dalbeattie, Kirkcudbrightshire. Pet-friendly. Sea views. Off-road parking. Castle Douglas 12.5 miles; Dumfries 20.6 miles; Kirkcudbright 22 miles. (Ref. 1076591)

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7 nights from £622

  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.2

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This traditional stone-built lodge rests on the Threave Estate just outside of Castle Douglas, Scotland. Open fire. Desirable location. Partial ground floor living. Kirkcudbright 9.5 miles; Galloway Forest Park 17.1 miles; Dumfries 20.4 miles. (Ref. 1060519)

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  • Baby-friendly
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7 nights from £635

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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    5.0

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Beautiful, contemporary cottage situated five miles from Glenluce in Scotland. Walking distance to the beach. Countryside and sea views. Woodburner. En-suites. Smart TVs. (Ref. 974657)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
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  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from £605

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Fabulous sea-front, reverse-level, three-bed home resting in Port William near Whithorn, Dumfries and Galloway. Coastal views. Enclosed garden. Close to beach and shop. Woodburning stove. Castlewigg 7.3 miles; Wigtown 10.9 miles; NewtonStewart 17.5 miles. (Ref. 1103008)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from £531

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    4.9

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A delightful, detached bungalow resting in Southerness in Dumfries and Galloway. WiFi. Enclosed garden. Off-road parking. Near the beach and coast. Dalbeattie 12.4 miles; Dumfries 15.9 miles; Castle Douglas 18.8 miles. (Ref. 1076923)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Washing machine
  • Games room

7 nights from £371

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    4.6

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A contemporary holiday cottage resting in Sandhead, Dumfries and Galloway. Open-plan. Stunning views. Off-road parking. Romantic. Port Logan 7.7 miles; Stranraer 9.2 miles; Cairngaan 13.6 miles. (Ref. 1075687)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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7 nights from £615

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  • Sleeps3
  • Bedrooms2
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    4.7

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Cosy terraced cottage resting in the harbour village of Port William, on the Machars Peninsula, in Scotland. WiFi. Sea views. Woodburning stove. Shop and pub 0.4 miles. (Ref. 1001647)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from £324

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.3

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A pretty, single-storey cottage resting in Powfoot, Dumfries. Beachfront. Beautiful views. Enclosed garden. Off-road parking. Lockerbie 13.1 miles; Dumfries 14.4 miles; Carlisle 22.9 miles. (Ref. 1081738)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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7 nights from £459

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.7

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A stunning property located within the gardens of Glenwhan, Dunragit. Open-plan living. Far-reaching views. Off-road parking. Stranraer 6.5 miles; Portpatrick 11.6 miles. (Ref. 1085751)

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  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
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7 nights from £621

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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    4.7

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Delightful mid-terrace cottage situated near the centre of the Moffat in southern Scotland. Lovely family retreat. Pet-friendly. Dumfries 21 miles. (Ref. 1016715)

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7 nights from £349

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Merse End is a stunning beachfront property situated on the coastline of Rockcliffe, in the beautiful town of Dalbeattie. Ground-floor living. Sea views. Dalbeattie 6.7 miles; Castle Douglas 12.4 miles; Kirkcudbright 19.8 miles; Dumfries 20.5 miles. (Ref. 1150591)

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  • Ground floor bedroom

7 nights from £943

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.8

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Luxury, detached cottage, in small hamlet on The Machars peninsula in Scotland's Dumfries and Galloway. Quality property, open country and sea views, woodburner, coastal walks. Glenluce 2 miles. Port William 11 miles. (Ref. 14724)

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  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from £521

  • Sleeps3
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.7

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A restored Georgian cottage in the former Royal Burgh of Whithorn, Dumfries and Galloway. Character features. Woodburning stove. Four-poster bed. Castlewigg 2.2 miles; Wigtown 10.7 miles; Newton Stewart 17.3 miles. (Ref. 1046834)

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7 nights from £287

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    4.9

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A delightful self-contained property adjoining Duncree House, surrounded by woodland on the outskirts of Newton Stewart in Scotland. Woodburning stove. Open-plan living room. Large garden. WiFi. Romantic. Galloway Forest Park 4.7 miles; Wigtown 7.6 miles. (Ref. 1054039)

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7 nights from £576

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo
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Buckled Barn is a beautiful, stone-fronted cottage nestled in Carrutherstown near Annan, Dumfries and Galloway. Games room. Smart TV. Woodburning stove. Dumfries 8.2 miles; Carlisle 25.5 miles. (Ref. 1140892)

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  • Games room

7 nights from £416

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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    4.9

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A charming ground-floor cottage nestled in the quiet village of Cummertrees near Annan in Dumfries and Galloway. Pet friendly. Large enclosed garden. Gas log-effect fire. Dumfries 13 miles; Carlisle 23.2 miles. (Ref. 1004610)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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7 nights from £348

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  • Bedrooms2
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    4.8

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Harbour side cottage in charming fishing village of Isle of Whithorn. Rear garden with sea views. Woodburning stove. Pets welcome. Ideal base for exploring the peninsula and Dumfries and Galloway. Newton Stewart 20 miles. (Ref. 946045)

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  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from £347

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Sweeping moors, gentle hills, peaceful valleys and extensive plains, not to mention the rugged Berwickshire coastline; the contrasting landscapes of the Scottish Borders happily sit side by side. Wherever your interests lie, a Scottish Borders cottage holiday will more than meet your expectations.

Why the Scottish Borders?

As you might expect, this is a fantastic place for enjoying the great outdoors. For walkers, over 1500 miles of paths and trails thread through the countryside. Cycling is a great way to explore the Borders, with lots of suitable off-road trails for beginners and adrenaline-pumping downhill tracks for the avid mountain biker.

Places to visit near the Scottish Borders

Those keen to delve into the mysterious past will find a dramatic and often turbulent history has left a trail of castles, abbeys, mansions, and ruins scattered across the region. More mellow pursuits include freshwater and sea fishing, as well as golf. Top class 18-hole courses include Eyemouth, whose fairways unfurl to the sea and Cardrona, affectionately known as the 'Gleneagles of the south'.

Areas worth a mention include in and around the area include Ayrshire, Edinburgh, Isle of Whithorn and the hills of Moorfoot and Lammermuir - the latter an incredible sight come autumn when displays of heather flush deep purple. No matter how you spend your day, your self-catering Scottish Borders accommodation will be waiting for you. Browse our Scotland Travel Guide and find inspiration for your trip.

Types of Holidays in Scotland

There are so many cottages to rent around the Scottish Borders. Gather the family together and enjoy a dog-friendly Scotland cottage so your canine companions can come along too. Those seeking a touch of class will be interested in a selection of luxury cottages in Scotland, whilst a romantic Scottish cottage ticks all the boxes for a private getaway with your loved one.

Even more getaways await at this choice of Scotland holidays!