Short Cottage Breaks in Scotland

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A modern two-story house with a stone chimney and balcony overlooking a gravel driveway and green lawn at The Steading in Longhope
39
Longhope, Orkney Islands, KW16
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    5.0★

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

This impressive three-bedroom property lies in Longhope, Orkney in Scotland. Smart TV. En-suite bathroom. Enclosed garden. Lovely views. Hackness 2.4 miles; Lyness 7.8 miles; Hoy 18.3 miles. (Ref. 1115566)

  • Pets go free
  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • Games room


for 3 nights From £968

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Station Masters House - 1144160 - photo 1
62
Near Kielder, Scottish Borders, TD9
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.9★

    Outstanding

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Station Masters House is a beautiful, semi-detached house resting in the remote village of Kielder in Scottish Borders with a toasty woodburning stove. Newcastleton 10 miles; Bellingham 26.6 miles; Hexham 41.9 miles. (Ref. 1144160)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine


for 3 nights From £531

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A white stone cottage with patio furniture and a hot tub on a lawn at Longforth Farm Cottage in Auchenmalg near Glenluce
27
Auchenmalg near Glenluce, Dumfries & Galloway, DG8
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.9★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

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)

  • Wi-fi
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly


for 3 nights From £557

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A paved courtyard area with trimmed bushes and a white building with sloped roofs and dormer windows at Shieldhill Farm House in Falkirk
79
Falkirk, Falkirk, FK1
  • Sleeps10
  • Bedrooms5
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.9★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

This charming farmhouse property rests in Falkirk, Stirlingshire. Hot tub. Woodburning stove. Bedrooms with en-suites. Stenhousemuir 5.9 miles; Glasgow 24.4 miles; Edinburgh 27.5 miles. (Ref. 1085615)

  • Pets go free
  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • Games room


for 3 nights From £1385

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A house exterior with windows and door at Cairndhu in Bossiney
33
Linlithgow, Falkirk, EH51
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

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Cairndhu is a welcoming single-storey, pet-friendly home in Muirhouses, Linlithgow, near Edinburgh. Near to the coast with a gas fire and enclosed gardens. Linlithgow 4.3 miles. South Queensferry 8.7 miles. Falkirk 9.5 miles. Edinburgh is 17.6 miles (Ref. 1192134)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly


for 3 nights From £579

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A single-story house with a tiled roof two windows a dark brown door and flower pots by the entrance at Church House in Poolewe
25
Poolewe, Highland, IV22
  • Sleeps3
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

A semi-detached bungalow, with enclosed garden, in the village of Poolewe, Scotland. All ground floor. Stunning location on the Gulf Stream. Shop, hotel and swimming pool within minutes’ walk. Dingwall 50 miles. (Ref. 984121)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine


for 3 nights From £284

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A house with stone and wood exterior large windows garden benches and a wooden shed in the yard at Woodend Croft in Pitmedden
53
Pitmedden, Aberdeenshire, AB41
  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    5.0★

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

A fantastic, detached holiday home in Pitmedden, Aberdeenshire. Dog-friendly. Hot tub. Enclosed, rear garden. Off-road parking. Ellon 5.1 miles; Aberdeen 15 miles; Peterhead 22.8 miles. (Ref. 1123197)

  • Pets go free
  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly


for 3 nights From £905

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A modern two story house with balconies and large windows on a lawn with a stone wall and gravel driveway at Merse End in Rockcliffe near Dalbeattie
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Rockcliffe near Dalbeattie, Dumfries & Galloway, DG5
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

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)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom


for 3 nights From £775

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A wooden gate with wire fencing overlooking a beach and hills at Bourblach in Morar near Mallaig
39
Morar near Mallaig, Highland, PH40
  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.9★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A fabulous three-bedroom property resting rurally in Morar near Mallaig, Highland. Open fire. Garden/patio. Washing machine. Dishwasher. Countryside views. Sky TV. Close to beach. Rural. Traditional. Fort William 40.5 miles. (Ref. 1103648)

  • Wi-fi
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Sky TV


for 3 nights From £790

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A patio with outdoor seating and plants in front of a single-story house at Mullingar in Pitlochry
47
Pitlochry, Perthshire, PH16
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.8★

    Outstanding

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A lovely three-bedroom renovated property resting in Pitlochry, Perthshire. Off-road parking. Private garden. Close to a river. Perth 26.2 miles. (Ref. 1122807)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly


for 3 nights From £622

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The exterior of a wooden cabin with several windows a door steps with potted plants gravel ground and outdoor seating at RoseGrace Lodge in Auchterarder
30
Auchterarder, Perth and Kinross, PH3
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.9★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

RoseGrace Lodge is a welcoming single-storey lodge in Auchterarder, Perth and Kinross, allowing pets, with an open-plan layout and garden with a barbecue. Crieff 10.6 miles; Perth 12.4 miles; Stirling 21.4 miles; Glasgow 46.9 miles; Edinburgh 53.8 miles. (Ref. 1079327)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine


for 3 nights From £390

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A row of modern townhouses with balconies and glass railings with grass and pathways in front at Kalipe in Kenmore
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40
Kenmore, Perth and Kinross, PH15
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.9★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Kalipé is a lovely, lochside cottage resting in the countryside of Fearnan near Kenmore, Perth and Kinross. Near National Park. Lakeside views. Kenmore 3.7 miles; Aberfeldy 10 miles; Cairngorms National Park 28.2 miles. (Ref. 1133678)

  • Wi-fi
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

  • 10% off - Thu 1st Oct to 31st Dec 2026


for 3 nights From £582

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A white house with two front windows and a black door under a blue sky at Westview in Whithorn
47
Port William, Dumfries & Galloway, DG8
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

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)

  • Wi-fi
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly


for 3 nights From £562

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A house with large windows and a picnic table at Sonas in Strathcarron
34
Lochcarron, The Highlands - Caithness & Sutherland, IV54
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

Sonas is a lovely bungalow in Ardarroch, Highland, with fabulous views of the Applecross Mountains, a woodburning stove and wheelchair ramp access. Torridon 17.8 miles; Dornie 25.2 miles; Plockton 30 miles. (Ref. 1193833)

  • Wi-fi
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly


for 3 nights From £661

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A house with a garden and patio at Sundale in Strathaven
28
Strathaven, South Lanarkshire, ML10
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

Sundale is a welcoming holiday cottage in Strathaven, Scottish Lowlands, featuring a private garden and a gas fire. Larkhall 6.7 miles; Glasgow 23.9 miles (Ref. 1179154)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine


for 3 nights From £442

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Pirnies - 1183439 - photo 1
28
Pitlochry, Perthshire, Angus & Fife, PH16
  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

Pirnie's is a charming three-storey cottage resting in the town of Pitlochry, in Perth and Kinross, boasting nearby amenities and Cairngorms National Park. Perth 27 miles. (Ref. 1183439)

  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly


for 3 nights From £552

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A white house with a dark roof and stone fence next to a gravel driveway and trees at Squirrel Cottage in Kirkcolm
40
Kirkcolm, Dumfries & Galloway, DG9
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

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)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine


for 3 nights From £488

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A stone and stucco house with a central gate and wooden framed windows at Kringlands in Kirkcolm
48
Kirkcolm, Dumfries & Galloway, DG9
  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

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A well-appointed, detached holiday home resting in Kirkcolm, Dumfries and Galloway. Sea-views. Woodburning stove. Close to amenities. Stranraer 5.9 miles; Portpatrick 11 miles. (Ref. 1108165)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • Games room


for 3 nights From £822

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A stone patio with two chairs and a round table with mugs and flowers at Avemar in Bridge of Tynet near Fochabers
35
Bridge of Tynet near Fochabers, Moray, AB56
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

Avemar is a lovely bungalow resting in Bridge of Tynet near Fochabers, with off-road parking, a close by pub, and access to the beach. Fochabers 3.4 miles; Spey Bay 4.5 miles; Portessie 6.2 miles. (Ref. 1139342)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly


for 3 nights From £429

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A row of white houses along a paved road near a grassy area and water at 2 Whiterow Powfoot Annan
30
Powfoot, Annan, Dumfries & Galloway, DG12
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

A wonderful, semi-detached bungalow resting on the coast of Scotland with stunning sea views. All-ground-floor. Electric fire. Sea views. Rear lawn. WiFi. Annan 4 miles; Dumfries 14.8 miles. (Ref. 1037183)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine


for 3 nights From £327

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Experience incredible countryside landscapes, ancient forests, breath-taking lochs and thriving cities all in a few days, thanks to these cottages for short breaks in Scotland! Whether you’re looking to spend some quality time with your loved ones, planning immense hikes or immerse yourself in Scottish history, there’s something for everyone at one of these stunning properties!

Why Weekend Breaks in Scotland?

Look forward to a fantastic adventure with one of these weekend breaks in Scotland! With ten of the tallest mountains in the UK, including the country's highest peak Ben Nevis, a short break in Scotland is perfect for outdoor enthusiasts. Enjoy breath-taking views from the summits or opt for a leisurely walk around one of the many lochs, which also offer exciting opportunities to try thrilling watersports! 

With cottages for weekend breaks in Scotland available throughout the country, you can lose yourself in the wilderness of the Highlands, explore the breathtaking coast, or immerse yourself in the rich culture.  

Whatever you choose to do during weekend getaways in Scotland, use our Scotland Travel Guide to help you. 

Places to Visit during Mini Breaks in Scotland

Explore a wealth of exciting places during weekend breaks in Scotland. Immerse yourself in the rich heritage of the capital Edinburgh where you can explore it’s historic castle, meander along The Royal Mile based in Edinburgh’s Old Town, discover the inspiration for Harry Potter laced throughout the city or visit the myriad of bars found here. 

Alternatively, head north to uncover the beauty of the Cairngorms National Park, where you'll find idyllic villages and the impressive summit of Ben Macdui. If it's the coast you’re after while on a short break in Scotland then Inverness has all you need as well as dolphin watching and endless nearby beaches! 

More destinations to visit during short breaks in Scotland: 

Aviemore

Dumfries and Galloway 

Dundee 

Fort William 

Glasgow 

Isle of Skye 

St Andrews

Or browse more Scottish locations for your short break in Scotland. 

Types of Scottish Holidays

If you haven’t found what you’re looking for from this collection of weekend breaks in Scotland, then there's still plenty of other Scottish cottages available for your next adventure-filled holiday! 

If you’re looking to bring the whole family along then check out this collection of dog-friendly cottages in Scotland or large cottages in Scotland. You can also choose from these lodges in Scotland.

Want to treat your loved one to a special getaway then browse these romantic cottages in Scotland, these properties on holiday parks in Scotland or these cottages in Scotland with a hot tub! 

If you still haven’t found what you’re looking or perhaps this collection of short breaks in the UK.