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Harry Potter, Sherlock Holmes, Peter Pan, Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde ... Scotland is home to those and many other fictional characters that we all love. Curious to see the land that inspired writers to create some of the greatest stories? Or perhaps you want to look for the legendary Loch Ness Monster? Visit Scotland and discover for yourself what it feels like to live in a fairytale of old times. In a secluded cottage surrounded by a vast wilderness you'll have the perfect atmosphere to create an enchanting story of your own.
Some of the best landscapes in the UK can be found in Scotland, such as the famous Loch Ness, Edinburgh, Ben Nevis, and the Three sisters in Glencoe. You can hike through the forest and woodlands, seek adventure on the hills, get mesmerized by one of the national parks, discover the long-stretched beaches and discover the lochs. In natural beauty Scotland definitely does not lack anything. With your stay in a Nature house, you can disconnect from the bustle of daily life, prepare yourself for an adventure and recharge your batteries.
Ramble in the countryside to refresh your mind, take a silent walk through the woods, observe the forest animals, play with your dog. The most important thing for a true relaxation is to let yourself immerse in nature and forget about your troubles. If you love exploring places off the beaten track, you’ll have many opportunities to do this as soon as you step out of your home. With Nature house you live in a self-catering cottage in a remote location, so you have all the freedom to plan your favourite activities whenever you want them. Eating out is always a pleasant experience. Throw a fun family picnic by the thrashing stream next to your Scottish house, or take your partner for a romantic dinner in the garden. If it's the autumn or winter season take a glimpse at the sky and you might catch the magical performance of the Northern Lights. Gather your friends and family for a lovely Christmas and New Year holiday in the mountains. In a cozy wooden chalet or cottage in Scotland you can observe the snow-capped mountain peaks and forests from your window or play fun games outside.
You won’t be disappointed even if you just want to spend some relaxing time in nature. While the northern part of Scotland can keep you entertained with sporting adventures, the Scottish Lowlands is the best region if you want to slow down and get some rest. Picture a land curved by rolling hills and gentle valleys, a vast moorland with lush farmlands, and a south easterly coastline with sandy beaches and stone-built fishing villages. The tranquil natural twists of the land are a main characteristic of the Lowlands. They make up a calm rural setting where you can unwind from the stress. Scotland has diverse temperate areas, which incorporate deciduous and coniferous woodlands, freshwater, moorlands, tundra, oceanic, and montane landscapes.
The flora of Scotland has over 1600 species of vascular plants, more than 1500 lichens, and almost 1000 bryophytes. Conservation of the environment is important and many organizations play a role in its protection. For the best views of the blossoms plan a summer trip to the Outer Hebrides in mid-June or mid-August. An abundance of wildflowers changes the seasonal landscape from yellow and pink to red, white, and blue.
The fauna of Scotland is a bit more typical of the Northwest European part. At the moment, Scotland harbors 62 species of wild mammals, such as the wild cat, seals, and bottlenose dolphins. The country also has a significant nesting ground for seabirds and the golden eagle has become a national icon and species like the white-tailed eagle and the ospreys have re-colonized the land. Its seas also host almost half of the EU’s breeding seabirds. St Kilda island is a seabird haven with more than 60.000 northern gannets, 49.000 leach’s storm petrel, 136.000 pairs of puffins, and 67.000 northern fulmar pairs. Seventy-five per cent of all the UK’s red squirrels can be found in Scotland.
Scotland is the most mountainous country in the UK, having all ten tallest mountains in the kingdom. No wonder that it is a world-class destination for downhill mountain biking. To prove worthy of the title, Scotland offers mountain biking to people of all ages. There are purpose-built trails and lessons for anyone who'd like to try this sport for the first time, and natural routes for the experienced bikers. If you're an expert, challenge yourself with the wild Sluggan route. You can expect a real thrill of whizzing through the steep climbs and descending to breathtaking views of the spectacular nature. Hiking in Scotland is also in the top outdoor activities to do in the country, and it's easy to plan with a group or just your family and friends. Other sport enthusiasts who will appreciate the rugged mountain terrain are climbers, mountaineers,
We certainly didn’t forget about the people who love adventures in the water. Scotland has more than 800 islands and an impressive coastline that would reach Australia, if straightened out. The coast takes different forms - from sand dunes and cliffs to saltmarsh and lagoons. Look for a villa near water because the sea, islands, lochs, and rivers, are all welcoming travelers for a thrilling adventure. Think about kayaking, canoeing, rafting, surfing, river padding, fishing, and more. Popular places are Fort William, the Shetland Islands, Thurso, and of course the River Tay - the finest salmon-fishing river on the continent. And if that’s a bit too adventurous for your style, but you still love the sea, you can always go for a walk on the beach and spend time with your loved ones. You can choose to explore the machair, for example. It’s one of the rarest environments in Europe, unique to the coastline of Scotland and Ireland. What awaits you there are marvelous views of colorful plains by the shore.
Even though the Lowlands of Scotland looks and feels serene, many places also offer exciting activities. If you think it’s time for you to try something new, then go for a surf lesson in Dunbar, East Lothian. Or else, visit the extraordinary St Abbs village for a dive or snorkeling in the crystal-clear waters of the nature reserve in the village. With its dramatic cliffs and rugged terrain, it resembles the wild west coastline of the Highlands. You can spend hours sitting on a cliff and observing the rich seabird colonies. Scotland offers another unique way of exploring the vast southern countryside. In the region of the Scottish Borders, you can climb a tree up to 20 meters high and enjoy the splendid scenery from there.
The rough terrain of Scotland is a characteristic solely to the Highlands region, situated in north west Scotland. The place to go for sports in nature is the town Fort William, also known as the outdoor capital of the UK. It's located at the foot of Ben Nevis, Britain's tallest mountain, and it offers an inspiring choice of outdoor adventure. Relaxing walks, pony trekking, boat trips, winter sports, water activities, sailing lessons, wildlife safari trips, you name it. If you're just starting to explore the greater outdoors it might be a cool idea to sign up for bushcraft and survival courses first. Learning something new is always fun! Note - if you indeed find yourself in this hub for adventure travelers, be sure to devote some of your time to board the Jacobite Steam Train from Fort William to Mallaig. This 140 km journey is described as the most picturesque railway route in the world.
Glencoe is one of the most scenic and magnificent places in the Scottish Highlands and it is a great experience to learn more about the history of Scotland as the valley can come straight out of a medieval story. The “three sisters” is also known as the Bidean nam Bian mountain. This part is filled with hills and waterfalls and the area is accessible all year. In the summer you can enjoy the lush green grass, in fall it turns yellow/brown and in the winter, it can be covered in snow. If you want to experience the highlands of Scotland, this is the place to visit.
Known for its natural acoustics, Fingal’s cave is a sea cave on an uninhabited island in the Inner Hebrides of Scotland. It is one of the best examples of volcanic basalt columns in the world. The cave is 69 meters tall and is visually astounding. The cave has been created about 60 million years ago by ancient lava flow. You can take a boat cruise to Staffa, the island where the cave stands.
Luskentyre is known as one of the largest and most spectacular beaches on Harris as it has miles of white sand and sparkling green blue water. That is not all, the scenery also includes sand dunes. It is a perfect destination for hiking and cycling. With its incredible views, it is the perfect location to, for a moment, completely forget the rest of the world.
This national park covers a great part of the Scottish Highlands and is the largest park in the UK. It is filled with mountains, arctic habitats, forests, lochs, rivers, wildlife and picturesque villages. Part of the national park is similar to Hardangervidda National Park in Norway. It provides a unique alpine tundra moorland environment, and you can spot many rare plant and animal species.
Spending time in nature is wonderful, but if you’d like to combine this with more cultural experiences, that’s more than possible in Scotland. Getting around this compact country is easily done by road or rail and there are many places worth your visit. Scotland is famous for its cosmopolitan cities that lure travellers with award-winning attractions, multicultural environment, and a social scene bursting at the seams with arts and entertainment. Scotland’s capital Edinburgh and the biggest city Glasgow represent two opposing sides of the country. Edinburgh is proudly distinguished by tradition and heritage, whilst Glasgow is a great backdrop for culture, the arts, music, and nightlife. It’s interesting to see how history competes with everything that’s cool and modern. Edinburgh itself is constructed in the same way - the Medieval Old Town and the Georgian New Town are side by side. Another city that you should consider visiting is Dundee at the eastern part of the central Lowlands. Voted as one of Lonely Planet’s “Best in Europe 2018”, it’s a dynamic and friendly place with various attractions to offer.
Apart from the cities, it’s also worth giving your attention to the quaint small towns and picturesque villages across Scotland. The advantage of getting to know the smaller communities is that it gives a personal and authentic touch to the culture and people. To take a peek into the locals you simply have to get a drink (or two) with someone. Soon you’ll discover that the Scots are friendly and down-to-earth people. You can also get a good sense of the Scottish people by staying in a b&b. One of our landlords will give you a warm welcome, a delicious breakfast throughout your stay, and many valuable advices about the best places and activities of your region.
A holiday in the Scottish Highlands is another amazing adventure in nature. Rolling hills, magnificent natural scenes, big skies, mysterious lochs, it is the perfect place to get absolutely lost. Here you have the possibility to pass through Britain’s largest national park, explore the islands, walk up to Britain’s highest peak, or take walks on the beaches. Stay in one of our Nature houses in the Scottish Highlands, and discover this impressive part of Scotland.
The best way to describe the weather conditions in Scotland are cool, rainy, damp, and cloudy. Despite being a relatively small country, there are some variations in weather throughout the country. The greatest amounts of rain fall in the mountain area in the west. The west tends to be milder in the winter with less snow but it is also cloudier and damper in summer. In the highlands the temperature is colder and snow is more common in winter, the wind is also more intense. Rain is very common throughout the country, even in the summer months. The average temperatures in summer are around 16-19 degrees and there are many days when the sun cannot be seen.
The best time to visit Scotland is in the summer from June to August. We recommend to pack warm clothes, gloves, scarfs, a raincoat, and definitely an umbrella, unless you do not mind the rain of course.
With one of our cozy lodges in Scotland and its Highlands region you’ll find yourself surrounded by nature and only nature. No neighbors nor distractions. In that peace and quietness, you have the right setting to disconnect from the outside world. Try to meditate, do some yoga, or just enjoy the sun sitting in your beautiful garden. You can rent a tiny hut for a week or two and work remotely - you already know that Scotland’s awe-inspiring scenery is a great source of inspiration. But you can also book a long weekend away from home to detox from technology and really come in peace with nature.
On this page you'll find different accommodations and it's up to you to decide which home would best suit your needs. In some homes you can even bring your pet with you! Before booking you should also consider the natural setting. Do you want to test your stamina and try hiking in Scotland's towering mountains? Or maybe you'd prefer a peaceful walk through the enchanted forests surrounding your cottage. Whatever you decide, one thing is for sure - spending time in nature will recharge your batteries and fill you with positivity. For more inspiration check our last-minute deals.
