Short Cottage Breaks in Scotland

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A gravel driveway leading to a house with a double garage and surrounded by trees at Maisies Cottage in Kippenross near Dunblane
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Kippenross near Dunblane, Stirling, FK15
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.9

    Sykes Rating

A charming annexe to the owner's home, one mile from the centre of Dunblane in Kippenross, Stirlingshire. Off-road parking. WiFi. Picturesque countryside views. Stirling 5.5 miles; Loch Lomond & The Trossachs Nation Park 20.1 miles; Perth 29.7 miles. (Ref. 1053940)

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

3 nights from $397

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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

    Sykes Rating

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 wooden cabin with a green roof surrounded by leafless trees and bushes at The River Lodge in Oban
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Oban, Argyll and Bute, PA34
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.9

    Sykes Rating

A gorgeous wooden lodge nestled in a tranquil position within the village of Kilninver, Scotland. Romantic dwelling. scenic surroundings. Secluded setting. Ellenabeich 13.1 miles; Craobh Haven 15.7 miles; Dalavich 19.9 miles. (Ref. 1050872)

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

3 nights from $625

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A small house with white walls and wooden paneling near a leafless tree at The Old House in Garrafad near Staffin
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Garrafad near Staffin, Skye, IV51
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.9

    Sykes Rating

This traditional crofter's cottage rests in Garrafad near Staffin on the Isle of Skye in Scotland. Coastal location. Romantic. Woodburning stove. Staffin 1.6 miles; Portree 18.4 miles; Dunvegan 38.3 miles. (Ref. 1050180)

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

3 nights from $558

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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

    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 $436

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A gray exterior patio with two chairs and footrests a small table and potted plants at Moss of Bourach in Aberlour
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Aberlour, Moray, AB38
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    5.0

    Sykes Rating

A stunning one-bedroom pod resting on the outskirts of Aberlour, Moray. Swimming pool. Romantic. Accessible. Open-plan. Ballindalloch 6.2 miles; Dufftown 9.9 miles; Elgin 18.1 miles. (Ref. 1107454)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Swimming pool
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine

3 nights from $868

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A street view of a stone building with white framed windows and a white door at 3 Queen Marys Buildings in Jedburgh near Kelso
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Jedburgh near Kelso, Scottish Borders, TD8
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.8

    Sykes Rating

Lovely ground floor cottage apartment near Jedburgh centre. Fully-refurbished, quality accommodation. Ideal base for touring Borders and Edinburgh. Carter Bar 10 miles, Edinburgh 45 miles. (Ref. 947796)

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

3 nights from $416

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A patio with a wooden picnic table a hot tub and a white sculpture of hands outside a house at Garden Studio Waterton near Insch
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Waterton near Insch, Aberdeenshire, AB52
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    5.0

    Sykes Rating

This fabulous detached annex rests in the idyllic countryside of Waterton, Aberdeenshire. Hot tub. Off-road parking. Countryside views. Romantic. Inverurie 12.3 miles; Huntly 12.5 miles (Ref. 1082949)

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

3 nights from $444

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A row of terraced houses with white and cream exteriors and black doors at Story Cottage in Wigtown
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Wigtown, Ayrshire and Dumfries & Galloway, dg8
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.9

    Sykes Rating

A mid-terrace cottage resting in Wigtown, Dumfries and Galloway. Close to amenities. Enclosed garden. Newton Stewart 7.4 miles; Cardoness 21.2 miles; Kirkcudbright 31.3 miles. (Ref. 1078306)

  • Wi-fi
  • Dishwasher

3 nights from $362

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Exterior of a stone house with a white door and windows with flower pots on the ground at Adams House in Coldingham
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Coldingham, Scottish Borders, TD14
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    5.0

    Sykes Rating

This charming annexe apartment rests in Coldingham, Scotland. Ground-floor-level. Enclosed garden. Sea views. Eyemouth 4.6 miles; Berwick-upon-Tweed 14.1 miles; Edinburgh 47.1 miles. (Ref. 1038202)

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

3 nights from $439

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A snowy house with a balcony and garage doors surrounded by snow-covered trees at Torbreck Chalet in Kincraig
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Kincraig, Cairngorms National Park, PH21
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    5.0

    Sykes Rating

A captivating first-floor chalet resting in the Cairngorms National Park, in Kingussie. Balcony. Gas log burner. WiFi. Aviemore 7.5 miles. (Ref. 1027355)

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

3 nights from $570

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A single story house with white walls and a slate roof near the sea at Jade Cottage in Macduff
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Macduff, Aberdeenshire, AB44
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    5.0

    Sykes Rating

Jade Cottage, a quaint fisherman's cottage in located in the lovely coastal town of Macduff, Aberdeenshire. WiFi. Pet-friendly. Stunning sea views. Banff 1.9 miles; Whitehills 4.8 miles; Portsoy 9.7 miles. (Ref. 1150555)

  • Wi-fi
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Washing machine

3 nights from $405

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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

    Sykes Rating

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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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

    Sykes Rating

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
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine

3 nights from $409

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A paved yard with red bench and potted plants outside a house at Scotia At The Pow in Powfoot near Annan
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Powfoot near Annan, Dumfries & Galloway, DG12
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    5.0

    Sykes Rating

Scotia At The Pow, a beautifully-presented annexe located near the town of Annan in Dumfries and Galloway. Romantic. Near coast. EV charger in car park. Dumfries 13.6 miles; Carlisle 22.7 miles. (Ref. 1157865)

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

3 nights from $452

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An exterior view of a small house with cream walls and slate roof next to a gravel driveway and a wood storage at Ralston Bothy in Newtyle near Blairgowrie
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Newtyle near Blairgowrie, Angus, PH12
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    4.9

    Sykes Rating

An idyllic ground-floor cottage nestled within the village of Newtyle, Scotland. Romantic retreat. Accessible accommodation. Hot tub. Glamis 7.9 miles. Dundee 11.9 miles. Dunkeld 20.7 miles. (Ref. 1057592)

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

3 nights from $720

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A stone house with brown doors and windows on a street at Dolphin Cottage in Banff
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Banff, Aberdeenshire, AB45
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.9

    Sykes Rating

A sea-fronted, two-bedroom cottage resting in Banff, Aberdeenshire. Sea views. Woodburning stove. Close to amenities. Fraserburgh 26.3 miles; Elgin 35.3 miles; Aberdeen 46.1 miles. (Ref. 981330)

  • Wi-fi
  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from $582

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An outdoor hot tub with water and a black chair on a balcony overlooking rooftops and the sea at Craignure in Gardenstown
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Gardenstown, Aberdeenshire, AB45
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    5.0

    Sykes Rating

Craignure is a lovely, reverse-level property residing in Gardenstown, Aberdeenshire. Close to amenities and a beach. Dog-friendly. Woodburning stove. Banff 9.5 miles; Fraserburgh 15.6 miles; Elgin 44.3 miles; Aberdeen 44.4 miles. (Ref. 1143188)

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

3 nights from $744

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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

    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

  • 10% off - Sat 5th Jul to 12th Jul 2025

3 nights from $829

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An outdoor patio area with a table, chairs, and umbrella beside a modern building with grey cladding and metal roof at Bramble Cottage in Wester Essendy near Dunkeld
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Wester Essendy near Dunkeld, Perth and Kinross, PH10
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    5.0

    Sykes Rating

Bramble Cottage, a superb, detached abode located in Wester Essendy near Dunkeld in Scotland. Woodburning stove. Single-storey. Countryside. Loch views. Blairgowrie 3 miles; Dunkeld 7 miles; Perth 15.7 miles; Pitlochry 21.4 miles. (Ref. 1153653)

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

3 nights from $829

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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.