Family Holidays in Scotland

Scotland Family Cottages

Invergarry

The Barn

Ref: S882155

Reviews 2

Nestling at the south-west end of Loch Ness, Fort Augustus has a variety of shops, and you can sample a fine selection of food in the local pubs and restaurants. Ideal for those who like to be near water, the village is home to a stretch of the...

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£91

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Roslin

Bed in Edinburgh (83967)

Ref: S376565

Additional information and rules 1 dog allowed per booking - 2 bedrooms – 1 twin zip-and-link (which can be made into a super-king-size on request) and 1 king-size - 1 shower room with WC and 1 bathroom with handheld shower over the bath and...

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£148

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Fraserburgh

Coastal Cottage

Ref: S77117

Reviews 57

Fraserburgh is situated just along the north east coast from Aberdeen and borders the mouth of the Moray Firth. It is a busy fishing port with todays boats far bigger than they were in bygone days. The town is a real community with an impressive...

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£75

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Anstruther

Fisher's Rest

Ref: S517201

Reviews 26

Anstruther is the largest settlement on Fife's East Neuk Coast. The Scottish Fisheries Museum, which sits near the lovely and busy harbour, has a wealth of information about the area's history. The fishing village has a plethora of cafes, bars,...

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£96

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Thornhill

Marr Cottage

Ref: S532286

Reviews 57

Thornhill is a quiet village in Mid Nithsdale, Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland. These ancient hills are surrounded by beautiful scenery and the low hills of Carsphairn and Lowther. In Thornhill village is a column supporting a winged horse, the...

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£128

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Dunbar

Old Smiddy Cottage

Ref: S223577

Reviews 28

The town of Haddington rests in the county of East Lothian in South East Scotland. The town offers a mix of independant shops, restaurants, pubs, cafes and a rich history. Twenty miles from Edinburgh, the town is easily accessible to Scotland's...

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£140

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Annan

Bed in Annan (75355)

Ref: S233370

This exquisite cottage is nestled amongst 1,000 acres of private country estate and offers guests tranquillity in its stunning surroundings. Families and friends will love leisurely strolls around the grounds before heading back for a dip in the...

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£364

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Forfar

Bed in Forfar (92621)

Ref: S776268

Additional information and rules 1 dog allowed per booking - 2 bedrooms – 1 super-king-size and 1 super-king-size zip-and-link (can be made up as twin beds on request) - 2 bathrooms – 1 en-suite shower room with walk-in rainfall shower and WC,...

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£233

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Torrisdale

ORNUM

Ref: S141864

Reviews 10

Bettyhill is a village at the top of the Scottish Highlands in the parish of Farr. Offering a pub, restaurant, café and a village store for all your amenities. Ideally situated for exploring the North Coast of Scotland, with plenty of pathways for...

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£119

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Portree

Lag-Uaine

Ref: S5166

Reviews 43

Staffin is situated in North Skye, and overlooks Staffin Bay and Staffin Island.EPC Rating: Band F

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£102

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Stirling

Muirmailing Cottage

Ref: S5585

Reviews 90

Stirling is Scotlands youngest city and yet one that has so much ancient history from William Wallace to Robert the Bruce. Stirlings history is evident today in the Old Town, which boasts family ghost walks and tales from the graveyard. Stirling...

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£92

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Kyle of Lochalsh

Craigard

Ref: S165909

Reviews 59

Kyle of Lochalsh is a village in Highland, Scotland, on the northwest coast, on the Lochalsh peninsula. The village offers a pub, restaurant, café and local supermarket. With a working railway, giving easy access to neighbouring villages and towns...

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£458

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Annan

Solway Cottage

Ref: S394508

Reviews 36

Resting betwixt East Dumfries and Galloway is the town of Annan, which is rich in history of Roman camps and where Thomas Carlyle worked. The town celebrates the Riding of the Marches each year, where you can see parades and competitions. The area...

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£92

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Dalbeattie

Seabank Cottage, Rockcliffe

Ref: S135613

Reviews 15

Rockcliffe is one of Scotland's most attractive stretches of coastline, and makes a wonderful base for a family holiday with a safe sandy beach and easy coastal walks. To the north, a network of paths take you through mixed woodlands and...

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£112

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Cupar

East Cottage - Tarvit

Ref: S282645

Reviews 33

The town of Cupar rests in the parish of Fife in Scotland, lying between the city of Dundee and the town of Glenrothes. Grown around the site of Cupar Castle, the town is home to an excellent collection of amenities ranging from pubs and...

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£95

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Elgin

Bed in Elgin (OLDFH)

Ref: S233635

Additional information and rules 1 dog allowed per booking - Bedrooms: 1 king-size, 1 twin and 1 single - Bathrooms: 1 with shower-over-bath and WC on ground floor, 1 separate WC on first floor - Electric Range with ceramic hob, 2 ovens and a...

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£114

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Tongland

The Fish House, Kirkcudbright

Ref: S475140

Reviews 29

The Fish House is at the end of a quiet country lane in the hamlet of Tongland near Kirkcudbright, the characterful cottage is finished to a high standard throughout and has views to the River Dee making it the perfect restful holiday base. The...

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£97

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Laurencekirk

Bed in Fettercairn (86758)

Ref: S475019

Additional information and rules 1 dog allowed per booking - 2 bedrooms – 1 king size and 1 super king size zip and link that can be made up to a twin on request) - 1 cot can be provided for an infant - 1 bathroom with shower over the bath...

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£185

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Nairn

Redburn Steading

Ref: S361966

Reviews 45

The historic coastal town of Nairn is located at the northern edge of the Scottish Highlands, home to a wealth of beaches, a dolphin colony in the Moray Firth, and a great selection of shops, pubs, restaurants and amenities. Local attractions...

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£145

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Peterhead

1 Westenra Gardens

Ref: S777122

Reviews 12

A beautiful village set on the east coast of Scotland in Aberdeenshire. Cruden Bay is built around breathtaking fields as well as many historical buildings including the well-known Slains Castle on the outskirts, which you can visit. This small...

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£75

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Lochearnhead

Ninevah

Ref: S695189

Reviews 12

Only seven miles from the ancient town of Callander is the small settlement of Strathyre, which is named after the Gaelic phrase meaning "broad winding valley" and is located at the head of Loch Lubnaig, protected by Ben Ledi, Ben Vane, and Ben...

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£125

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Lewis

No. 29 Ness

Ref: S794087

Reviews 8

With an intriguing little harbour backed by a jagged headland, merging into an east-facing beach, the Port of Ness rests at the northern tip of the Isle of Lewis. Offering an insight into the legends, lore and long-observed traditions that have...

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£155

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Tarbert

Katie's Cottage

Ref: S526266

Reviews 23

Built around an inlet on Loch Fyne, Tarbert has long been both a harbour and a key strategic point in the history of Scotland's rugged West Coast. Tarbert once required three castles to protect it, and the ruins of one of these can still be...

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£220

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Eyemouth

Bed in Ayton (77427)

Ref: S232796

Additional information and rules 1 dog allowed per booking - 2 bedrooms – 1 super-king-size zip-and-link (which can be made up as a twin on request) and 1 twin zip-and-link (which can be made up as a super-king-size on request), with an...

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£92

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Family Holiday Cottages in Scotland

Go on an adventure with your family and make memories that will last a lifetime. Visit a fairytale castle and learn about some fascinating Scottish history; experience an action-packed outdoor activity in wild and astonishing landscapes; or enjoy an escape to a classic Scottish town or city. With our wide range of hand-selected holiday cottages in Scotland, booking a family-friendly holiday couldn’t be easier.

Choose from our wide range of properties using the helpful filters on our website to find the perfect one for you. Alternatively, our friendly customer service team are on hand to help if you need assistance. Take your loved ones to a child-friendly luxury lodge with a hot tub at a holiday park. Stay in a self-catering getaway with a swimming pool and play area. Or how about a pet-friendly cottage on a working farm?

In the North East, you can find the largest number of castles in the UK and the biggest national park in the UK, the Cairngorms. Head to the West Coast for serene lochs, white sandy beaches and famous filming locations for Harry Potter fans. Visit the south for the vibrant city of Edinburgh which is full of family-friendly activities and the charming seaside town of St Andrews. Whatever you’re planning to do on your holiday, benefit from our best price guarantee on thousands of properties.

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What our customers say about their holidays

Stephen - Verified booking

We had a good week at Coastal Cottage.

The beds were fine and we slept well. Kitchen was well equipped. Shower ok but it was a bit awkward to use the flexible hose. The house was spotless but we had wash up some of the cups and cutlery as they were a bit sticky. The fridge was quite temperamental and actually froze two cucumbers and the tomatoes! We think the door was a bit on the wonk. We have a larger type car/ people carrier and it was difficult to park in the drive if people were parked opposite- which they always were. We were blocked in the first day so subsequently we parked on the road. But a smaller car would be fine. Internet access was good. However the TV was very old school and was not smart so you couldn't link or screen cast to it and the channels on offer were very basic Personally we found the sofa a bit uncomfortable as it was quite low and lacked support. It would have been nice to have a couple of TV tables as we prefer a table and chairs as opposed to being perched on a high stool at the breakfast bar. Another small issue was the complete lack of privacy in the garden. Also the garden wasn't small dog friendly as there were gaps under the gate. However the neighbours were really nice and friendly and loved our little dog! There is a small shop in St combs selling a limited range of basics at a high price so you need to drive to fraserburgh to find a supermarket. Apart a very indifferent fish an chip shop there are no other eateries in the village. These are very minor issues and I have no problem recommending the cottage. One last note- the stairs are steep and twisty. Anyone with any mobility issues would struggle to get upstairs.

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Laura - Verified booking

When planning a holiday with Sykes I always put time and effort into this to ensure to the best of our ability we get nice accommodation.

Plus very positive reviews for this cottage and at nearly Â£700 for the week felt it must be a good cottage. Upon arrival all looked very good with the exception of the sofa and the stairs to the bedrooms. In the first instance the stair was very precipitous and as older people found this really scary going up and down! Given the nature of the stair this had not been highlighted in the blurb for cottage. The sofa in the lounge (I feel) had seen better days and as tall people we found it extremely uncomfortable with no support. My husband had to use a garden chair for support as the sofa had exacerbated pain in his back to the point he could hardly walk and the bed did not help either!! This leads me onto the main bed where the mattress was awfully soft - absolutely no support and you could feel the divan beneath and I'll point out that neither of us are overweight! Also the sheets on the bed should have been thrown out as they were bobbly and not fit for purpose. On a positive note the cottage was lovely and clean but would definitely never stay here again.

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Jordan - Verified booking

A really lovely two bed cottage, we thoroughly enjoyed our stay.

A bit of attention to detail could be given to some of the rooms, touch up of the skirting boards and fix squeaky doors and hinges etc, however a very clean and well presented place. The skylight on the landing is in need of attention though as very drafty, didn't shut properly and when it snowed as hard as it did when we were there it started to come in the house through the gaps!! The master bedroom is huge but the mattress was too soft for us and a bit spring-y in the back. Might need a change. The out house is awesome as a great storage space particularly for us as we were there for two weeks. The kitchen was well equipped, however, we had to buy ourselves a bigger pan as the ones provided were just trying pans or saucepans. WiFi was surprisingly good in the kitchen particularly which meant we could work from there no problem. Best bit? The village it's in is right on the most BEAUTIFUL coast line and beach. Just stunning, lost loads of time just walking up and down nearly as far as the lighthouse near Peterhead! Thanks Fay and Zander!

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Joyce - Verified booking

A beautifully maintained and spotless cottage.

From the bowl of free range eggs to the jar of delicious chocolate cakes and biscuits to the basket of dog toys in the cupboard, not a single thought had been forgotten to make us feel truly welcome. The hosts, Pauline and Derek were so friendly, even to Derek kindly coming to find us in the local village when we had got ourselves well and truly lost in deepest, darkest Dumfries-shire and leading us right to the cottage. The bedrooms were spacious and the beds/pillows very comfortable. Our two large Golden Retrievers slept with us on their vet bed in the twin bedroom and there was stacks of room. The dogs loved the totally secure garden. I would gladly give more than 5 stars if I could! We've rented quite a few cottages over the years and this was undoubtedly the best of the bunch. We'll be back!

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Andy - Verified booking

Lovely property well situated for Anstruther town and all the sites and facilities.

Everything you could possibly need in the house and the view from the upstairs kitchen and lounge were lovely. The house was always warm and cosy and the hot water plentiful. Incredible amount of light switches to try to fathom! Two issues on cleanliness: fork and knife covered with green mould found in the dishwasher, and more instructions on oven needed - had to google to find out that the time has to be set in order for the grill and oven to heat up. One issue on facilities and maintenance: seems to be an old Volvo right outside property in car park which obviously had not moved for a long while - flat tyres, SORNâd and MOT expired. Glad we were not sitting out on decking with a G&T enjoying a summers evening looking at that.

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Things to do near Scotland

Isle of Mull

The Isle of Mull or just Mull is the second-largest island of the Inner Hebrides and lies off the west coast of Scotland in the council area of Argyll and Bute.

Isle of Arran

The Isle of Arran or simply Arran is an island off the west coast of Scotland. It is the largest island in the Firth of Clyde and the seventh-largest Scottish island, at 432 square kilometres.

Loch Ness Tours

Take a chance to go on a boat cruise of this alluring and eerie loch to spot Nessie all for yourself!

Ben Nevis

Standing 1,345 meters above sea level, Ben Nevis is the tallest peak in the British Isles. Located in the Grampian Mountains, in the Lochaber area of the Scottish Highlands, it attracts more than 100,000 hikers hoping to ascend the summit each year.

Loch Leven

Brimming with wildlife and history, Loch Leven is the largest natural shallow water body in lowland Britain.

Skara Brae Prehistoric Village

Skara Brae is a stone-built Neolithic settlement, located on the Bay of Skaill on the west coast of Mainland, the largest island in the Orkney archipelago of Scotland. Consisting of ten clustered houses, made of flagstones, in earthen dams that provided support for the walls; the houses included stone hearths, beds, and cupboards.

Edinburgh Castle

Perched high up on Castle Rock, an extinct volcano, Edinburgh Castle dominates the skyline of the Scottish capital and can be seen for miles around. The most famous castle in Scotland, this incredible fortress is shrouded in myth and legend...

Melrose Abbey

Melrose Abbey is a stunning ruin in the heart of the Scottish Borders. Founded in 1136, this former monastery is steeped in history and surrounded by beautiful gardens. Visitors can explore the cloisters, chapter house, and abbey church, and learn about the abbey's fascinating past. Address: Abbey Street, Melrose TD6 9LG

Jedburgh Abbey

Jedburgh Abbey is a magnificent ruin steeped in history and romance, set in a beautiful border town. A former Augustinian abbey founded in the 12th century, it's now a popular visitor attraction with stunning architectural features, a visitor centre and a museum. The abbey is open daily and guided tours are available. Address: Abbey Bridge End, Jedburgh TD8 6JQ

Dunnottar Castle

Dunnottar Castle is a ruined medieval fortress located upon a rocky headland on the north-eastern coast of Scotland, about 2 miles south of Stonehaven. The surviving buildings are largely of the 15th and 16th centuries, but the site is believed to have been fortified in the Early Middle Ages.

Duart Castle

Duart Castle, or Caisteal Dhubhairt in Scottish Gaelic, is a castle on the Isle of Mull, beside the Sound of Mull off the west coast of Scotland, within the council area of Argyll and Bute.

Culzean Castle

Culzean Castle overlooks the Firth of Clyde in South Ayrshire. The 260ha estate was once the playground of David Kennedy, 10th Earl of Cassillis, but is now a National Trust property that is open to the public...

Brodick Castle

Brodick Castle, located on the Isle of Arran, is a magnificent 13th-century castle surrounded by beautiful gardens and woodland. Visitors can explore the castle's history and architecture and take in stunning views of the island. The gardens offer a range of plants, from formal to exotic, and a beautiful walled garden. Address: Isle of Arran, North Ayrshire, KA27 8HY

Robert Gordon University (RGU) Aberdeen

Aberdeen's Robert Gordon University (RGU) is a Scottish University. It offers many courses including undergraduate and postgraduate, and has an international reputation for management, health, energy & technology.

Edinburgh Zoo

Home to an incredible array of rare and exotic animals and world-class attractions, there’s plenty at Edinburgh Zoo for all the family to enjoy. Come face-to-face with Sumatran tigers and beam at giant pandas. Watch the penguins play in Europe's largest outdoor penguin pool and laugh at the chimpanzees monkeying around in the world's most innovative chimpanzee enclosure. Located on the slopes of Corstorphine Hill, this incredible zoo covers a vast 82-acres of parkland. Due to the hilltop location, you’ll also be able to catch stunning views of the city from here.

Family Holidays in Scotland

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Scotland Family Cottages

Invergarry

The Barn

Ref: S882155

Reviews 2

Roslin

Bed in Edinburgh (83967)

Ref: S376565

Fraserburgh

Coastal Cottage

Ref: S77117

Reviews 57

Anstruther

Fisher's Rest

Ref: S517201

Reviews 26

Thornhill

Marr Cottage

Ref: S532286

Reviews 57

Dunbar

Old Smiddy Cottage

Ref: S223577

Reviews 28

Annan

Bed in Annan (75355)

Ref: S233370

Forfar

Bed in Forfar (92621)

Ref: S776268

Torrisdale

ORNUM

Ref: S141864

Reviews 10

Portree

Lag-Uaine

Ref: S5166

Reviews 43

Stirling

Muirmailing Cottage

Ref: S5585

Reviews 90

Kyle of Lochalsh

Craigard

Ref: S165909

Reviews 59

Annan

Solway Cottage

Ref: S394508

Reviews 36

Dalbeattie

Seabank Cottage, Rockcliffe

Ref: S135613

Reviews 15

Cupar

East Cottage - Tarvit

Ref: S282645

Reviews 33

Elgin

Bed in Elgin (OLDFH)

Ref: S233635

Tongland

The Fish House, Kirkcudbright

Ref: S475140

Reviews 29

Laurencekirk

Bed in Fettercairn (86758)

Ref: S475019

Nairn

Redburn Steading

Ref: S361966

Reviews 45

Peterhead

1 Westenra Gardens

Ref: S777122

Reviews 12

Lochearnhead

Ninevah

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