Short Cottage Breaks in Scotland

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A stone cottage with multiple windows and chimneys along a paved road at 8 Barney Mains Cottage in Haddington
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Haddington, East Lothian, EH41
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    5.0★

    Perfect

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2 Bed Cottage is a delightful stone-built property resting in the rural outskirts of Haddington, East Lothian. Off-road parking. Open-plan. Pet-friendly. Aberlady 6.2 miles; North Berwick 8.9 miles; Edinburgh 19.6 miles. (Ref. 1114384)

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

3 nights from $903

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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 - Extended 0.02, DG8
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    5.0★

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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 $529

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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, 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 $691

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A white house with multiple windows and a conservatory behind a stone wall and a road at Ailsa Shores in Turnberry
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Turnberry, South Ayrshire, KA26
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    5.0★

    Perfect

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This contemporary cottage rests in the popular village of Turnberry, South Ayrshire. Sea views. Walking distance to Turnburry golf courses. Off-road parking. Pet-friendly. Girvan 5.2 miles; Ayr 15.4 miles. (Ref. 944044)

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

3 nights from $902

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A stone house with a sloped roof behind a wall and a garden with trees and a potted tree with red leaves at Old Kiln Cottage Kirkbean near New Abbey
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Kirkbean near New Abbey, Dumfries & Galloway, DG2
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.9★

    Outstanding

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This private cottage is a perfect romantic retreat in Kirkbean near New Abbey, Scotland. Woodburning stove. WiFi. New Abbey 4.5 miles; Dumfries 11.7 miles; Castle Douglas 18.3 miles. (Ref. 1027035)

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

3 nights from $460

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A small modern cabin with a wooden deck and railing in a garden with grass and trees at Cabin at the Tavern in Coupar Angus
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Coupar Angus, Perth and Kinross, PH12
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    4.8★

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Contemporary studio cabin set 2 miles from Coupar Angus in Perth and Kinross. Pull-down bed. Pub across lawn. Cairngorms National Park 16 miles. (Ref. 1039440)

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

3 nights from $343

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Front view of a white cottage with a dark slate roof stone wall and a metal gate at Squirrel Cottage in Kirkcolm
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Kirkcolm, Dumfries & Galloway, DG9
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    5.0★

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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)

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

3 nights from $571

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A stone and green wooden building with a brown door and small steps outside The Garden House in Chirnside near Berwick-upon-Tweed
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Chirnside near Berwick-upon-Tweed, Scottish Borders, TD11
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    5.0★

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Beautifully presented, detached stable conversion near Chirnside in Scottish Borders. Quality accommodation. Pet-friendly, enclosed garden. Ideal for walking, cycling and exploring. Chirnside 1 mile. (Ref. 934595)

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

3 nights from $394

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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★

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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 $431

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An outdoor patio area with a table umbrella and chairs in front of a stone cottage with dormer windows and a fenced garden at Wee Cottage in Moffat
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Moffat, Dumfries & Galloway, DG10
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    4.8★

    Outstanding

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Wee Cottage is a lovely, terraced property resting in Moffat, Dumfries and Galloway. Quality furnishings. Close to a shop and pub. Couple’s retreat. Dumfries 21 miles. (Ref. 1141339)

  • Wi-fi
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3 nights from $409

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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 $432

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

    5.0★

    Perfect

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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)

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

3 nights from $643

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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★

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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 $1164

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A house with a front door and seating area at Torview House Lyne Station near Peebles
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Lyne Station near Peebles, Scottish Borders, EH45
  • Sleeps12
  • Bedrooms6
  • PetsYes

    4.9★

    Outstanding

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A wonderful detached cottage situated in Lyne Station, Scotland. Ground-floor accommodation. Great for families. Pet-friendly. Penicuik 13.3 miles. Edinburgh 22.4 miles. Melrose 23.5 miles. (Ref. 1058613)

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

3 nights from $1866

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A covered patio with wooden chairs and tables overlooking a grassy area at The Lodge in Blairgowrie
32
Blairgowrie, Perth and Kinross, PH10
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    5.0★

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

A stunning three-bedroom chalet resting in Kinloch, Perth and Kinross. Pet-friendly. Off-road parking. Woodburning stove. Country views. Kirriemuir 16.6 miles; Perth 17.4 miles; Dundee 20.8 miles. (Ref. 1107746)

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

3 nights from $732

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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
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Auchenmalg near Glenluce, Dumfries & Galloway, DG8
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

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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)

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

3 nights from $721

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A white house with dark roof near a lake and mountains at Lochside 1 The Corries in Spean Bridge
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Spean Bridge, Highland, PH34
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.8★

    Outstanding

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A splendid, three bedroom property set on the banks of Loch Lochy near to Spean Bridge, Scottish Highlands. Serene location. Perfect for families. Lake views. Fort William 14.9 miles. (Ref. 1083346)

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

3 nights from $891

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A wooden cabin with a glass and wood fenced porch and a swing in front at Lodge 2 in Auchterarder
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28
Auchterarder, Perth and Kinross, PH3
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.8★

    Outstanding

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Lodge 2 is a pet-friendly property near Auchterarder, Perthshire, boasting ground-floor living, an open-plan area and blissful countryside views. Crieff 10.5 miles; Perth 12.3 miles; Stirling 21.4 miles; Glasgow 46.6 miles; Edinburgh 53.8 miles. (Ref. 1173000)

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

3 nights from $452

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A row of modern townhouses with balconies and glass railings with grass and pathways in front at Kalipe in Kenmore
37
Kenmore, Perth and Kinross, PH15
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.9★

    Outstanding

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

3 nights from $709

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A house with a gravel driveway and stone walls surrounded by trees and greenery at Falla Farmhouse in Jedburgh
34
Jedburgh, Scottish Borders, TD8
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

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A modern farmhouse with stunning views across to the cheviot hills, close to Jedburgh. Countryside retreat. Jedburgh 7 miles. Wi-Fi. (Ref. 985476)

  • Wi-fi
  • Dishwasher
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  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from $656

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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.