Dog Friendly Holiday Cottages in Scotland

Scotland boasts an impressive range of attractions to enjoy whilst on holiday, from truly stunning natural scenery and wildlife, to glorious gardens, castles and monuments, and not forgetting some world famous produce including tartan, haggis and of course many a fine Scottish whisky.

From hiking, Munroe-bagging, skiing and snowboarding in the wild landscape of the Scottish Highlands and Aberdeenshire, to watersports on the lochs or lazy days relaxing on the pristine sandy beaches of the Scottish Islands, Scotland’s natural landscape is varied and awe-inspiring. For a touch of culture, history and retail therapy, check out Scotland’s historic cities and vibrant towns.

To find your perfect holiday in Scotland, browse our collection of self-catering holiday accommodation. All our holiday homes in Scotland are dog friendly, which is great news for you and your four-legged friends!

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737 properties found

2 Bedroom Bed in St Andrews (95035), St. Andrews
2 Bedroom Bed in St Andrews (95035)

St. Andrews, Perthshire, Angus and Fife

4 2 2 Yes

Located within 150-plus acres of landscaped grounds and less than 5 miles from St Andrews, this two-bedroomed lodge promises a back-to-nature break with the bonus of resort-style spa, pampering and play facilities. Family and pet friendly, it has excellent country walks from the doorstep and a restaurant, cafe and shop close by, along with a gym and golf trainer. Surrounded by verdant Fife countryside, this premium lodge park features an attractive collection of contemporary lodges carefully positioned within well-tended gardens. An enclosed decking area offers the first assurance that this is a place for all the family to enjoy. Step inside and you’ll find an open-plan living space which is certain to be the hub of your together-time. Sink into your choice of comfortable sofa and unwind while enjoying a movie on the Smart TV, showcase your culinary skills in the sleek kitchen area, and accompany home-made meals with lively conversation as you gather at the dining table. The entire space is full of light thanks to triple-aspect windows; when you want to create a more intimate mood simply draw the curtains and switch on the flame-effect electric fire. Once the day is done, retire to an inviting main bedroom, complete with king-size bed and en-suite shower room, or a twin bedroom which is complemented by separate shower room. Each bedroom has its own TV for the ultimate at-home experience. For a breath of fresh air, open up the doors at one end of the lounge and step straight out onto the spacious decking area, where there’s low-level outdoor furniture. This space is fully enclosed so pets and children can play safely, and the lodge has an adjacent lawn area too.

Weekly prices from £708.00

2 Bedroom Bed in Garve (95318), Garve
2 Bedroom Bed in Garve (95318)

Garve, Inverness, Loch Ness & Nairn, Highlands

4 2 1 Yes

This beautiful, charming cottage is set in a rural spot amongst the rolling Scottish Highlands. Two couples or a group of four friends, along with two canine companions are welcome to use this pretty home as a welcoming base when exploring the vast, luscious outdoors. From mountain tracks and forest walks to fishing and waterfall chasing, there is something for everyone. Set in a terrace of stone cottages, many used as holiday homes, this property oozes farmhouse chic. Once used as a grocer’s store, this home has many traditional features combined with modern, country-style furnishings and decor. This is a welcoming environment for socialising or relaxing after busy days exploring. Head inside to the hallway where you can hang up your coats and take off your walking boots. Immediately to your right is the inviting, spacious lounge. Fire up the wood burner and warm up while watching a movie from the comfortable sofas. The cottage’s kitchen has wood-panelled walls and a traditional security safe leftover from the building’s previous life as a local store. Prepare and cook delicious meals that can be eaten around the dining table set in front of the window that looks over to the rolling hills. Completing the ground floor is the property’s family shower room. Climb the winding staircase to the first floor where the two inviting, spacious bedrooms are located. Set beneath sloping ceilings, both bedrooms are super cosy and have shutter-style windows, perfect for relaxing mornings in. The first bedroom contains a king-size bed and an ornamental fireplace with pretty tiles, and the second has a double bed with plenty of storage. A handy bookcase is located on the landing with a selection of books for you to enjoy. Outdoors is a perfect, cottage-style garden which is fully enclosed, perfect for the dogs to sniff about. Take your culinary delights outside and tuck in to an al fresco meal or sip a morning coffee on the lawn bench and plan the day ahead. Guests also have fishing rights on the banks of the river located just behind the cottage. Private parking is available for two cars.

Weekly prices from £871.00

2 Bedroom Bed in Garve (95320), Garve
2 Bedroom Bed in Garve (95320)

Garve, Inverness, Loch Ness & Nairn, Highlands

4 2 1 Yes

Escape to this characterful retreat in the Scottish Highlands with four of your loved ones. Set in an idyllic spot, you can enjoy some peace and quiet, balanced with busy days touring the NC500, or meandering the trails leading through forests and woodlands. This cottage is in a stone-built terrace and has been thoughtfully designed with rustic decor and homely furnishings, making it a real home from home. Relax in front of one of the fires or enjoy the bonnie weather in the large, enclosed garden. Enter the front door into a pleasant hallway and head through to the spacious lounge. With large windows and a flame-effect electric fire to keep you toasty, this is the perfect balance of fresh and cosy. Curl up on the sofas and flick on the Smart TV. The dining room contains a large table and chairs for eating or playing games, plus a crackling wood burner. A handy desk is also provided for any mid-holiday emails. The colourful kitchen has plenty of storage and surface space so you can cook up delicious dinners. Adjacent is a utility room with laundry facilities and a boot rack. Climb the stairs and find the two sumptuous bedrooms. Each boasts beautiful views from the windows and both have shutters so you can keep the light out for lazy mornings in bed. Choose from a spacious king-size bedroom, or a welcoming double bedroom. The garden, accessed via a door in the kitchen, is truly spectacular. There is a large lawn, perfect for children to play, and a patio with garden furniture and a fire pit. Sit here under the gazebo which shelters the space from the sun and the rain. To the rear of the garden is a gate that leads to a path and the banks of the Black Water River, where you can fish for salmon and trout. Private parking is available for two cars.

Weekly prices from £901.00

2 Bedroom Bed in Dumfries (95331), Dumfries
2 Bedroom Bed in Dumfries (95331)

Dumfries, Ayrshire and Dumfries & Galloway

4 2 1 Yes

Nestled amongst the calming, solitary countryside of Burns Country, this incredible cottage offers rest and recuperation in a converted stable block. Unique stonework and impressive turrets set this handsome holiday home apart from the rest, making your stay in West Scotland extra exciting. Sleeping four guests, this abode lends itself perfectly to any small family, or couple seeking romance and a little bit of extra space to spread out. Presented with an entirely unique layout, the property is laid out over three floors, with staircases leading separately up to the bathroom and bedrooms from the capacious hallway. The cottage has been maintained with bright and clean interior decor, with quirky features adding to the overall charm of the place. Leave coats and boots in the hallway before taking a flight of stairs down to the open-plan living space. This lower floor offers a lounge, kitchen and dining room, a great space to socialise and unwind. Rustle up something tasty in the kitchen, raise a glass at the table and settle in for a night on the sofas with the Smart TV on. From the living area, take a single flight of stairs up to reach two bedrooms. The king-size and twin bedrooms are exceptionally comfortable, with artworks adorning the walls. Head back downstairs, through the hallway and up an additional flight to reach the refreshing family bathroom. A private patio space, ample woodlands and on-site tennis courts make up the outdoor offering of this fabulous cottage. Slow mornings and restful evenings can be spent outside sipping a drink on the patio, and you can make a head start on your stalking by exploring the woodlands, home to red squirrels and plenty of deer. Private, off-road parking for 3 cars is also available.

Weekly prices from £570.00

2 Bedroom Bed in Glen Clova (95654), Kirriemuir
2 Bedroom Bed in Glen Clova (95654)

Kirriemuir, Perthshire, Angus and Fife

4 2 1 Yes

Get away from it all in this remote holiday retreat nestled amongst the picturesque scenery of the Angus Glens. Sleeping four guests across two bedrooms, it’s the perfect base for nature-loving couples and adventurous families. The surrounding area is awash with walking and cycling routes, from hikes to the summit of Mayar and Dreish, to woodland rambles through Glen Doll Forest (all within 10 miles). You’ll also be less than 1 mile from the River Esk, known for its fantastic opportunities for trout and salmon fishing. After a day of adventure, relax by the roaring wood burner or sip a sundowner on the raised patio. The bright and inviting, single-storey home boasts large windows, framing magnificent views of the dramatic, mountainous landscape. The neutral decor creates a calm and relaxed ambience, and thoughtful touches, such as artwork on the walls, help create a home-away-from-home vibe. The property is located approximately 100 metres from another holiday home. From the side of the property, a couple of steps lead to a small entrance hall. From here, move directly into the spacious, open-plan living area. To the rear of the room is a pastel-coloured kitchen area, with everything needed for a self-catering holiday. Prepare home-cooked dinners here, which you can share at the stylish dining table. The inviting lounge area enjoys dual-aspect windows and has a gorgeous, plump sofa positioned in front of a Smart TV and a cosy wood burner. Both bedrooms have been tastefully decorated, with calming tones and sumptuous linens. A contemporary shower room rounds off the accommodation. Outside, soak up your breathtaking surroundings from the raised patio, where you’ll find furniture for al fresco dining and a fire pit to gather around as you chat long into the night. Parking is available for two cars on the shared driveway.

Weekly prices from £665.00

2 Bedroom Bed in Huntly (AB171), Huntly
2 Bedroom Bed in Huntly (AB171)

Huntly, Moray, Aberdeenshire & The Coastal Trail

4 2 1 Yes

Set in the quaint and attractive Aberdeenshire village of Huntly, this tasteful, light and traditional cottage makes a lovely holiday base for a family or a couple looking to make the most of this pretty area. Offering ample accommodation for up to four guests, this bright and airy property is an ideal place to stay for guests following the Speyside whisky trails. With a beautifully decorated interior and an enticing traditional olde-worlde exterior, this charmingly furnished detached property has been imaginatively refurbished to make a relaxing and soothing retreat. Stepping into this pretty cottage you will find the fresh and inviting lounge which is perfect for relaxing in at the end of the day and is ideal for sitting back, watching TV or a movie, or chatting late into the night. The dining area is an ideal space for a family dinner or a romantic meal for two. Going into the delightful kitchen, you will find it equipped with everything you may need and is a pleasure to cook in. The ground floor also features a stylish bathroom complete with a shower over the bath. Heading up to the first floor there are two light and comfortable bedrooms, each with sloping ceilings: there’s a charming king-size room and a twin room. Stepping outside, the lovely south-facing wall-enclosed garden has a pretty patio area with ample seating and a BBQ. The generous lawn is ideal for children to play on, and there’s a range of play equipment to use. Sports equipment can be stored in the secure shed.

Weekly prices from £483.00

2 Bedroom Bed in Lochinver  (SU187), Lairg
2 Bedroom Bed in Lochinver (SU187)

Lairg, Inverness, Loch Ness & Nairn, Highlands

4 2 1 Yes

The perfect place for getting away from it all, this Highland retreat is ideal for those looking for something extraordinary. Offering the chance to wake up to amazing sea views every morning and immerse yourself in the wild serenity of this remote part of Scotland, you’ll soon find yourself falling hook, line and sinker for the romance of this incredible setting. A former 19th-century schoolhouse, this two-bedroom cottage is certainly not short of character. With room for up to four people and two dogs, it’s ideally sized for small families and groups of friends. Benefiting from superb views from every window and an immeasurably cosy feel within, it’s a perfect base for both exploring and relaxing. Draw out mornings in the kitchen/diner; there is everything you could need for cooking up hearty feasts to keep you going throughout the day. In the evening, look forward to atmospheric nights tucked up in the lounge with the wood burner merrily pumping out heat. Pour through the pages of one of the books provided or switch on the TV for a movie night at home. As well as the lounge’s sofa bed, you will find two comfortable bedrooms within the cottage. First up is the property’s double bedroom, great for mums and dads, while the second bedroom, a twin, will be coveted by the younger generations. A lovely way to soothe tired muscles at the end of the day, the bathroom is equipped with a shower. A true paradise for nature-lovers, the garden area invites you to relax and unwind overlooking the jaw-dropping scenery.

Weekly prices from £661.00

2 Bedroom Bed in Lochinver (SU301), Lairg
2 Bedroom Bed in Lochinver (SU301)

Lairg, Inverness, Loch Ness & Nairn, Highlands

4 2 2 Yes

Situated on the stunning Assynt Peninsula, this charming white-washed cottage enjoys far-reaching views over the valley to the moors. Located at the mid-point of the scenic single-track Assynt coast road between Lochinver and Kylesku, this rural retreat is perfect for families or friends seeking a tranquil base from which to explore the North-West Highlands. Spend the day rock pooling and playing beach games at Clashnessie Bay (4 miles) and stroll upstream to see the 15-foot cascade of Clashnessie Falls. Take in the spectacular scenery in every direction from the Drumbeg Viewpoint (1.5 miles) with panoramic views across Eddachilles Bay and spot the 17th-century Drumbeg Wreck. Your traditional cottage has a welcoming feel, decorated in neutral tones with bright accents of colour. Many of the rooms look out onto the surrounding countryside, creating a calming and restful atmosphere for you to unwind and forget about the hustle and bustle of modern life. Enter the property and you will find yourself in the light and airy lounge, where cosy sofas invite you to sink into them and relax in the gentle warmth of the wood burner. Pick up some local produce to prepare in the well-equipped kitchen and share family meals in the bright and airy dining room. Heading upstairs, you will find two well-appointed bedrooms, a double and a twin and the stylish family bathroom with a shower over the bath. Step outside to admire the spectacular views from the open grounds of the cottage or spread out your blanket for a spot of stargazing in the open skies overhead. There is also storage for outdoor equipment.

Weekly prices from £658.00

2 Bedroom Bed in Lochinver  (SU306), Lairg
2 Bedroom Bed in Lochinver (SU306)

Lairg, Inverness, Loch Ness & Nairn, Highlands

4 2 1 Yes

Enjoying a waterside location in the small settlement of Inverkirkaig, this two-bedroom lodge is perfect for families seeking a tranquil retreat to discover the abundant wildlife and glorious landscapes of the Assynt Peninsula. Spot otters and seals enjoying the clear waters of sea loch, Loch Kirkaig or have a stone-skimming competition from the pebble beach. Venture into the nearby village of Lochinver (2.5 miles) and dine in one of the award-winning restaurants serving local produce and freshly caught fish. Further afield, hop on the ferry to the wilderness of Cape Wrath (53 miles) for spectacular scenery, whale-watching opportunities and skies full of puffins, guillemots and razor bills. One of an exclusive collection of holiday lodges in this lochside location, your timber lodge has a warm and homely feel, with timber walls throughout and bright soft furnishings adding accents of colour. From the windows enjoy picturesque views of the surrounding countryside or onto the peaceful water, giving a sense of unity with the natural surroundings and enhancing the feeling of rest and tranquillity within the lodge. Enter your holiday cottage through the front door and step into the open-plan interior. Conjure up a tasty meal in the well-designed kitchen area to share at the centrally positioned dining table. Snuggle up on the sofa and relax after a busy day of outdoor activities with a family film or simply watch the colours changing on the water outside. When it’s time for bed, there are two comfortable bedrooms, a cosy double and a pretty twin. There is also the family bathroom with shower over corner bath. Outside, the south-facing veranda leads to the front garden where you can sit and unwind watching the otters swim in the sea loch.

Weekly prices from £578.00