Edinburgh and the Lothians

Edinburgh and the surrounding Lothians are a fantastic place to spend a self-catering holiday in Scotland. The Capital city of Scotland, Edinburgh boasts a beautiful Castle sitting above the city on a high rock, which provides panoramic views of the amazing city below. As well as a extensive history, Edinburgh and the Lothians is home to some beautiful, peaceful countryside, iconic landmarks, great attractions and fantastic entertainment. Brimming with exciting things to do from shopping, bus tours, delicious restaurants and days out in the Lothians Edinburgh is a fantastic place to base a luxury 5* country cottage break. Some of the great attractions in the area are listed below:

As well as attractions, Edinburgh and the Lothians have some amazing trails for you to explore where you can investigate the great Scottish countryside. You can also find some truly stunning beaches nearby such as Gullane and Yellowcraig.

Cairngorm

Cairngorm is a well known National Park and is also the most northern National Park in the UK. Boasting Britain's biggest and highest mountain range, the largest native forests, amazing flowing rivers and lochs and beautiful moorland and farmland. The Cairngorm truly is a wondrous and breathtaking part of Scotland, perfect for spending a self-catering luxury 5* country cottage escape. Whatever the weather you can find something exciting and enjoyable for all the family in the Cairngorm:

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If you like to get out and about and stay active while your on holiday then there is also plenty of activities for you to enjoy in the Cairngorm, including skiing, snowboarding, kayaking, canoeing, clay pigeon shooting and canyoning.

Highlands

The Highlands of Scotland are well known for offering unspoiled, stunning, natural beauty across breathtaking landscapes and scenery. The Highlands has so much to offer from beautiful beaches and pretty coastal villages to glens, Castles and lochs in the impressive mountain ranges. A great selection of wildlife is waiting for you throughout such as Stags and Eagles. You might even spot a dolphin, seal or whale along the coast near Inverness. Very few people live in this peaceful and fascinating area of Scotland making it a enchanting and tranquil place to spend a holiday away from the bustling madness of everyday life. On the other hand you can discover some great places to go on a day out:

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Most people visit the Highlands for the amazing host of activities available to visitors such as walking, hiking, climbing, mountaineering, cycling, horse riding, as well as many water based sports.

Loch Lomond

Loch Lomond is a wonderful loch that stretches for 24.5 miles on the highland boundary fault, it is the largest loch in Scotland and has more than 30 islands. The largest island is Inchmurrin. Loch Lomond makes a inspiring location for a self-catering luxury 5* country cottage get away because of its extensive range of activities, beautiful natural landscapes and its peaceful setting. There is plenty for you and your family or friends to get stuck into and of course wonderful places to visit in the area such as:

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If you don't want to spend your time admiring some of Loch lomond's great attractions and would rather be out and about staying active then there is plenty on offer. Archery, Falconry, Segway Hire, and many action adventure activities.

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