Short Cottage Breaks in Scotland

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An outdoor patio area with a wooden table and black chairs and a closed umbrella at Ptarmigan in Garlieston
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Garlieston, Dumfries & Galloway, DG8
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    5.0★

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

Ptarmigan is a family-friendly terraced home with sea views and off-road parking, located in the coastal village of Garlieston in Dumfries and Galloway. Wigtown 8 miles; Newton Stewart 14.7 miles. (Ref. 1159924)

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

3 nights from £391

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An outdoor view of houses on a hillside at Number 42 Wemyss Bay
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Wemyss Bay, Inverclyde, PA18
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    5.0★

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  • Sykes rating

Number 42 is a well-presented, pet-friendly and single-storey lodge on the Wemyss Bay Holiday Park in Inverclyde, with access to a on-site facilities. Skelmorlie 1.1 miles; Port Glasgow 12.2 miles; City of Glasgow 34.8 miles (Ref. 1174777)

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

3 nights from £363

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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
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Pitmedden, Aberdeenshire, AB41
  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsYes

    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)

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

3 nights from £871

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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
67
Falkirk, Falkirk, FK1
  • Sleeps10
  • Bedrooms5
  • PetsYes

    4.9★

    Outstanding

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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)

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

3 nights from £1348

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A living room with a television and fireplace at Ashlea in Oxton near Lauder
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Oxton near Lauder, Scottish Borders, TD2
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    5.0★

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Ashlea is a stylish and pet-friendly, end-terrace cottage situated in the small village of Oxton near Lauder at the edge of the Scottish Borders. Edinburgh 22.7 miles; Glasgow 66.6 miles. (Ref. 1168035)

  • Wi-fi
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher

3 nights from £297

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A stone building with a slate roof behind open metal gates and a stone wall with lights and a red post box at The Steading in Terregles near Dumfries
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Terregles near Dumfries, Dumfries & Galloway, DG2
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    5.0★

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The Steading is a delightful cottage resting in Terregles, Dumfries and Galloway, boasting a hot tub, pool table, electric fire, Smart TVs and allows pets. Castle Douglas 15.6 miles; Kirkcudbright 24.8 miles; Gretna 27.6 miles. (Ref. 1136492)

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

3 nights from £857

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A cottage with garden and flowers at Learig Cottage in Girvan
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Girvan, South Ayrshire, KA26
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

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Learig Cottage is a delightful, single-storey holiday cottage in the Maidens near Maybole in South Ayrshire, boasting a fire-pit and woodburning stove. Ayr 13.9 miles. (Ref. 1134598)

  • Wi-fi
  • Ground floor bedroom

3 nights from £317

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A two-story house with multiple windows and a central entrance surrounded by a gravel driveway and lawn at Glencanisp in Aviemore
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Aviemore, Cairngorms National Park, PH22
  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsNo

    4.9★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Charming traditional cottage in Aviemore. Loads of sociable space, oozing style and comfort. Multi-fuel stoves, Sky TV, sun rooms, garden. Central Aviemore location, surrounded by stunning Cairngorms National Park. (Ref. 904899)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • Sky TV

3 nights from £750

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

    5.0★

    Perfect

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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

3 nights from £318

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A house with a conservatory and garden area at Nithbank Cottage
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Thornhill, Dumfries & Galloway, DG3
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    4.9★

    Outstanding

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Nithbank Cottage is a romantic single-storey cottage near the village of Thornhill in Dumfries and Galloway, boasting a woodburning stove and allows pets. Dumfries 16.5 miles; Ayr 43.1 miles; Glasgow 60.8 miles. (Ref. 1118296)

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

3 nights from £363

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A small modern cabin with glass railing and flower pots in a grassy area at Balvicar Beag in Balvicar Isle Of Seil
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Balvicar, Isle Of Seil, Argyll and Bute, PA34
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.9★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A wooden lodge settled into the stunning scenery of Balvicar, on the Isle of Seil, Scotland. Couple’s retreat. Rural location. Close to a loch. Easdale 2.4 miles; Oban 15.2 miles; Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park 50 miles. (Ref. 1133928)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking

3 nights from £322

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A row of red brick houses with chimneys and a lawn in front at Seascape Powfoot near Annan
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Powfoot near Annan, Ayrshire and Dumfries & Galloway, DG12
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

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A picturesque semi-detached house resting in the village of Powfoot, near Annan, in Dumfries and Galloway. WiFi. Sea views. Woodburning stove. Off-road parking. Dumfries 14.4 miles; Carlisle 22.9 miles. (Ref. 1036627)

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

3 nights from £511

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The exterior of a stone and plaster house with a gravel driveway and green fields in the background at Firthview in Auldearn
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Auldearn, Highland, IV12
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

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A fabulous, single-storey property resting on an elevated position in Auldearn, Highlands. Countryside views. Contemporary. Ground-floor living. Open-plan. Private patio. Nairn 3.4 miles; Inverness 19.3 miles; Grantown-on-Spey 22.5 miles. (Ref. 1125172)

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

3 nights from £517

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A stone house with a wooden picket fence and tall trees in the background at Waterside Lodge near Annan
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Annan, Dumfries & Galloway, DG11
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    5.0★

    Perfect

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Waterside Lodge is a charming, single-storey, semi-detached cottage set on the rural outskirts of Annan in Dumfries and Galloway enjoying an open fire. Dumfries 10.8 miles; Carlisle 24 miles. (Ref. 1159918)

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

3 nights from £319

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A large house with a sloped roof and multiple dormer windows surrounded by grass and trees at Cairnhapple House in Stranraer
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Stranraer, Dumfries & Galloway, DG9
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.9★

    Outstanding

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Cairnhapple House is a detached holiday home on the outskirts of Stranraer, Dumfries and Galloway. Private parking. Isolated location. Large gardens. Portpatrick 6.5 miles; Lochans 9 miles; Newton Stewart 31.2 miles. (Ref. 1143589)

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

3 nights from £360

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A single story house with stone and wood exterior surrounded by grass and trees at Strawberry Cottage in Wester Essendy near Dunkeld
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Wester Essendy near Dunkeld, Perth and Kinross, PH10
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    5.0★

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

Strawberry Cottage, a beautifully-presented, detached abode set in Wester Essendy near Dunkeld in Scotland. Woodburning stove. Single-storey. Countryside. Blairgowrie 3 miles; Dunkeld 7 miles; Perth 15.7 miles; Pitlochry 21.4 miles. (Ref. 1153652)

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

3 nights from £627

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An exterior view of a white house with a slate roof and a small pale green gate with a sign that says this one a wooden planter with flowers a rustic woven fence and a mailbox at The Cottage In The Woods in Connel Argyll and Bute
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Connel, Argyll & Bute, Argyll and Bute, PA35
  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    5.0★

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

The Cottage In The Woods is a welcoming, semi-detached cottage situated in the rural outskirts of Taynuilt near Connel, Argyll and Bute. Pet-friendly. Taynuilt 1.7 miles; Oban 10.1 miles. (Ref. 1139057)

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

3 nights from £613

Last booked 6 hours ago
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A wooden lodge with a black deck and stairs leading to the entrance surrounded by grass and gravel at Eden Fields Lodge in Cupar Fife
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Cupar, Fife, Fife, KY15
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

This charming, two-bedroom holiday lodge rests in Cupar, Fife. Smart TV. Electric fire. Family-friendly. Off-road parking. Open-plan. St Andrews 10.6 miles; Kirkcaldy 16 miles (Ref. 1134482)

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

3 nights from £537

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An exterior view of a white stone house with a wooden deck and gravel yard at Whitehouse Woodwrae Aberlemno near Forfar
46
Aberlemno near Forfar, Angus, DD8
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    5.0★

    Perfect

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A pretty, whitewashed farmhouse resting in Aberlemno, Angus. Enclosed garden. Balcony. Pet friendly. Woodburning stove. Kirriemuir 12.1 miles, Carnoustie 17.2 miles; Perth 43.6 miles (Ref. 1027280)

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

3 nights from £628

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Isle of May View - 1170598 - photo 1
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Cellardyke, Fife, KY10
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

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Isle of May View is a romantic, first-floor apartment on the beachfront in Cellardyke, Fife, boasting stunning harbour views and open-plan living. Pittenweem 2.5 miles; Crail 4.2 miles; St Andrews 10.5 miles; Dundee 23.8 miles. (Ref. 1170598)

  • Wi-fi
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from £330

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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.