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More about ScotlandAberdeenshire Aberdeenshire is an attractive and vibrant area of Scotland that covers a large portion of the North East of Scotland. Aberdeenshire is perfect for all types of holiday home rentals thanks to the wonderful scenery and exquisite coastlines that attract tourists looking for holiday home rentals form around the world. Aberdeenshire is home to the city of Aberdeen, an exciting and culturally rich city packed with heritage and history. In the city itself you will find fabulous townhouse and apartment rentals that will provide you with the perfect home during your holiday. Scotland’s largest National Park, the Cairngorms, is situated in the heart of Aberdeenshire, and is home to an array of nature and wildlife. The Cairngorms offer spectacular natural beauty that simply takes he breath away from visitors, and is perfect for those looking for holiday home rentals. From the dramatic mountains and lochs to the rambling heather with the red deer and grouse appearing in sight for just a moment it is easy to see the attraction of holiday rentals here in Aberdeenshire. Aberdeenshire is perfect for people looking for all kinds of holiday home rentals. The city of Aberdeen offers a diverse and exciting artistic and cultural cit. Not to mention the stunning granite architecture and fabulous restaurants and eateries. Rural Aberdeenshire and the Cairngorms National Park provides the perfect rural retreat, with activities such as hill walking, mountaineering, cycling and more. Holiday home rentals in the region offer the greatest luxury too; who could resist a roaring log fire in a stone cottage nestled away in the countryside deep in Scotland? Visit Aberdeenshire today and see what the holiday rentals here have to offer you! Angus The East coast of Scotland is certainly a gem of the UK. The county of Angus offers an exceptional range of holiday home rentals that will provide you with a perfect holiday home rentals to choose from. Angus provides you with the perfect combination of stunning rural scenery and vibrant and diverse city of Dundee. Bordered with the counties of Perth & Kinross and Aberdeenshire, Angus provides you with the perfect starting point and base for your holiday home rentals search. The type of holiday home rentals across the county of Angus varies greatly, including city apartments in Dundee to beautiful rural getaways deep in the Scottish countryside. Here you will find the perfect holiday home rentals for you and your family, no matter what your needs are. The coastal holiday home rentals that can be found around the Angus coast and along the River Tay offer superb scenery and a relaxing pace to your holiday. Fishing was once strong in the local economy and many fishing villages are still going strong thanks to the influx of tourists looking for holiday home rentals to the area. Indeed, many home rentals along the Angus coast are converted fishing cottages that provide a beautiful and quaint place to stay. There are also a large number of historic attractions throughout Angus that will keep all members of the family entertained. Not only can you enjoy countless walks, hikes and cycles but also enjoy castles such as Glamis Castle and Broughty Ferry Castle, both offering a glance at the local history and traditions. In addition to this Angus is home to the Aberlemono Sculptured Stones that were carved by the ancient Picts. Angus is also packed with nature reserves that the whole family will enjoy. Choose Angus for your holiday home rentals and you will not be disappointed by the range and variety of holiday rentals on offer in this magical county. Argyll Along the west coast of Scotland lies Argyll, home of dramatic coastal scenery that is perfect for holiday rentals. Here you can experience rugged coastlines, stunning mountains and rolling heather and moorland all in one by staying in holiday home rentals in the region. Argyll neighbours many different regions of Scotland, all with their own treasures and attractions such as Loch Lomond & Trossachs, Ayrshire and Inverness-shire, allowing you to explore these wonderful regions Argyll holiday home rentals with ease. Argyll is home to many examples of stunning natural beauty. Along the coast to the south is the Mull of Kintyre, made famous by the former Beatle Paul McCartney, that offers some of the most amazing rural surroundings that you will see. This rugged peninsula offers the most exceptional views and tranquillity for anyone that stays in holiday home rentals in the region. The cliffs and rugged coastline is also home to glorious golden beaches that are glorious on sunny days and invigorating during the classic gusty days experienced in Scotland; perfect for holiday rentals throughout the year. There is plenty to do for people with holiday rentals in Argyll on top of the outdoor pursuits and activities that the region lends itself to so well. Golfers are in for a treat in the region of Argyll, with some of the most famous and exciting courses in the country. There are even holiday home rentals in Argyll designed just for this market that offer luxury accommodation on the doorstep of these exceptional golf courses. Argyll certainly has something for everyone and is the perfect place to start your holiday home rentals search for Scotland. Ayrshire Ayrshire is one of the relatively under discovered regions of Scotland for holiday rentals that is gradually seeing an increase in visitors thanks to a dedicated campaign by the Scottish Tourist Board, and rightly so. This beautiful area of Scotland is a must visit place for all visiting Scotland and with a variety of holiday home rentals available in the area it will become even more popular very soon. Located in southern Scotland, Ayrshire is home to many attractions and activities that will certainly increase demand for holiday home rentals in the near future. Ayrshire is steeped in history and heritage, from the Culzean Castle and Country Park near Maybole to castles such as Kelburn, Dean and Brodick there is history to suit everyone’s tastes. Not only that but famous Scots such as Robert the Bruce and the poet Robert Burns were born and raised in Ayrshire, and there are many museums and historical buildings attached to these throughout Ayrshire; perfect to visit from your holiday home rentals! Golf is also a major attraction to Ayrshire, with Open Championship courses such as Turnberry, Royal Troon and Prestwick that attract visitors all year round. Ayrshire is blessed with many holiday home rentals that are designed with the golfer in mind, and many of these holiday home rentals can be found on the doorstep of these famous golf courses. The holiday home rentals throughout Ayrshire offer you the chance to enjoy not only the traditional and warm hospitality of the Scot’s but also the stunning surroundings. Nothing could be more relaxing and at the same time invigorating than staying in holiday home rentals deep in the Ayrshire countryside, surrounded by natural beauty and wonderful wildlife. Caithness Situated in northern Scotland, Caithness occupies a large expanse of the country. The region of Caithness is packed with stunning natural scenery including mountains, rolling hills, deep forests and extensive moorland. On top of this, Caithness has a long, impressive coastline with dramatic views and secluded beaches. Combined with local history and the truly beautiful holiday home rentals that are available up and down the region, it is easy to see why this region is popular with tourists and those looking for luxury holiday home rentals. History is a major attraction in Caithness, with many holiday home rentals being location be famous monuments or structures. Not only that but the coastline is also packed with quaint fishing villages, many of which are still fully working, that offers you an insight into the traditional life of a Scottish seaside village. The fishing villages of Caithness are also the perfect location for holiday home rentals. What could be better than a beautiful cottage by the sea for your holiday? The wildlife of Caithness is also a coveted attraction to the area. Many rare sea birds form colonies along the coast, seals and other sea life are often attracted to the shores of Caithness, providing a wonderful glimpse into the natural world. In attrition to this Caithness is home to many types of deer and forest animals, often found wondering in the extensive moorland and forests. Choose holiday home rentals in Caithness and explore this fabulous region. All types of holiday home rentals can be found up and down the region, including luxury cottages and farm properties, right through to townhouse and apartment rentals. Dumfries and Galloway Found to the South of Scotland, Dumfries and Galloway is one of the many ideal spots for holiday home rentals in Scotland. Offering a sublime coastline with cliffs and views out towards Ireland, Dumfries and Galloway has plenty of offer visitors looking for holiday home rentals. No matter what season you visit, there is always something to do, especially if you visit during holidays. Dumfries and Galloway is packed with many historic signs that will entertain any budding historian for hour. You can’t forget the nature and wildlife in Dumfries and Galloway either, with many of the holiday home rentals here location within the beautiful deep countryside. From ancient stone circles to medieval castles and battle sites, Dumfries and Galloway is bursting with local history with plenty of holiday home rentals nearby. There are many castles such as Threave Castle Lochmaben Castle, famous for its connections with Robert the Bruce, along with Sweetheart Abbey offer exciting and informative locations those with local holiday home rentals to enjoy. These places of interest can be found throughout Dumfries and Galloway and many will have holiday home rentals located nearby. Scotland is famed for its impressive natural beauty and wildlife, and Dumfries and Galloway is no exception. 200 miles of coastline and rolling hills provide great locations for holiday home rentals that overlook rivers, forests, mountains and more. Dumfries and Galloway is also home to a Forest Park, the largest in the UK with impressive woodland, moorland and lochs alongside a spectacular mountain range. Wildlife such as Red Kites, Red Deer, Buzzards and even the Golden Eagle can be found throughout Dumfries and Galloway, meaning that holiday rentals and other property are in high demand from nature lovers from around the world. Fife The Kingdom of Fife is a popular destination for those looking for holiday home rentals that are nestled deep in the Scottish countryside. Fife also has an extensive coastline, provide the perfect seaside location for many holiday home rentals. Fife is home to many beautiful historic towns, most famously St Andrews, that attract millions of visitors every year. Steeped in history, the beautiful Kingdom of Fife is the perfect location for your search for holiday home rentals for your break. Fife is well known for breathtaking views and scenery, and any visitor here looking for holiday rentals will not being disappointed. With long golden beaches and acres of forestland, Fife provides a fantastic variety of natural landscapes that will attract anyone who enjoys the great outdoors. Towns such as Kirkcaldy, Dunfermline and Glenrothes provide perfect examples of historic buildings and architecture, many which have holiday rentals within them, and offer a great deal of diverse activities and culture. Local history is something that the people of Fife are very proud of and there are many museums and visitor centres up and down the county reflecting this. The region is home to some of the best holiday rentals in the country as there is a high demand from many different groups of people for exceptional holiday home rentals. Fife is home to some of the best golf courses in the world, especially around St Andrews and Glenrothes, with some exceptional home rentals just a few minutes away, meaning that your golfing holiday will be perfectly catered for. Fife borders on to the counties of Angus and Lothian, meaning that larger cities such as Edinburgh and Dundee are only a few miles away, offering a great opportunity for a day trip to the city before returning to you holiday home rentals nestled deep in the Scottish countryside. Fort William Fort William, with its stunning scenery and vast expanse of countryside, is known as the outdoor capital of the UK and thankfully has many holiday rentals. A large portion of the Scottish Highlands is found within Fort William, offering plenty of opportunity for fantastic holiday home rentals and places to visit. Whether you are looking for holiday home rentals on the invigorating Scottish West coast, in the rolling hills and moorland or the Scottish Highlands then Fort William is certainly the place for you to explore. Fort William is also home to the end of West Highland Way, a trail that provides stunning walks over 95 miles of mountain and loch walks following ancient trails used for communication between the south and north of Scotland. This part of Fort William is scattered with holiday home rentals that offer the perfect reststop along the trail. The Highlands are an obvious and main attraction to the Fort William area, which are home to many impressive holiday rentals. This mountain range offers a huge variety in mountain activities that are suitable for both beginners and experts. The world famous Ben Nevis is located here and provides excitement and testing climbing conditions for all. Winter sports are also popular with visitors to Fort William and many tourists here stay in local holiday home rentals so that they can enjoy all of the winter sports that the region has to offer. Many holiday home rentals can be found deep in the mountain range, offering the perfect base to enjoy the slopes whenever you can. Scotland is very much a historic country, and Fort William has plenty of its own history to offer. The town of Lochaber is home to many museums and visitor centres that offer an insight into the clan history throughout Fort William. Lochaber is also home to many luxury holiday rentals that are nestled along the shores of impressive lochs at the foot of impressive mountains. The Lochaber Highland Games are also a famous local tradition that attracts thousands of visitors every year, meaning that demand for local holiday home rentals is very high. Holiday rentals in Fort William offer the perfect getaway! Inverness-shire Many visitors know Inverness-shire for the famous the story of Nessie and Loch Ness. Thousands of visitors take advantage of the holiday home rentals in Inverness-shire so that they too can go ‘Nessie Hunting’ to try and find the mythical beast. Inverness-shire is found in Northern Scotland, bordering Aberdeenshire and Angus to the east and Fort William to the south, with an extensive dramatic coastline that is home to a large variety of beautiful holiday rentals on the coast. Towards the west of the county of Inverness-shire are many islands offering the perfect getaway from normal everyday life. Many of the islands have a range of holiday home rentals that can be used throughout the year, even in the infamous and blustery Scottish winters! The holiday home rentals here are also hugely popular during the Christmas and New Year seasons, with many visitors wishing to experience a true Scottish Hogmanay. Traditional ways of life are well preserved on the islands of Inverness-shire and the holiday home rentals here offer beautiful examples of traditional stone cottages with many original features. Famous islands of Inverness-shire include Skye, a stunning and exquisite island just of the mainline and relatively easily accessible thanks to the introduction of a large road bridge linking the island to the mainland. Skye is known worldwide for arts and crafts produced by expert artisans, attracting thousands of visitors every year. Holiday home rentals on Skye are in huge demand, with some of the most luxurious holiday home rentals being booked for years in advance. The gentle pace of life in Inverness-shire is a main attraction, along with the range of outdoor pursuits and activities that are offered to visitors. By choosing holiday home rentals in Inverness-shire you can take your break at your own pace and do any activity you want when you want. Holiday home rentals in Inverness-shire offer you total flexibility allowing you to truly enjoy your stay in Scotland. Islay and Jura Found within the Inner Hebrides, the islands of Islay and Jura offer the ultimate getaway, and with holiday home rentals on these islands providing the perfect secluded spot, away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, you will certainly enjoy any holiday in these beautiful home rentals. Famed for numerous whiskey distilleries, many visitors take part in tours and demonstrations of traditional techniques, finding out some of the important history of Scotland, when they stay in holiday home rentals here on Islay and Jura. The stunning scenery and tremendous variety of wildlife is a main attraction to Islay and Jura. With many holiday home rentals providing the perfect base to explore the islands, thousands of wildlife fans experience sightings of rare birds and wildlife throughout the year. The RSPB have invested in the area to provide nature reserves to help provide homes for these animals to ensure that they thrive. The RSPB centres are open to the public and run many events, which are the perfect attraction for those from holiday home rentals in Islay and Jura. Other popular places to visit from holiday home rentals on Islay and Jura include the Loch Gruinart Reserve and The Oa Nature Reserve. History also plays a strong part in the history of Islay and Jura that attracts visitors to holiday home rentals on the islands. The Bowmore Round Church, The American Monument and the Museum of Islay Life are very popular, all offering a glimpse of Hebridean history. In addition to this, the Kilchiaran Chapel and Cultoon Stone Circle are impressive finds along many of the excellent walks on the islands of Islay and Jura. Holiday home rentals on Islay and Jura also attract admirers of arts and crafts due to the truly amazing works of art produced by local artists. Traditional crafts can be found demonstrated up and down Islay and Jura, as well as being found within the traditional holiday home rentals on the islands. Loch Lomond and Trossachs Loch Lomond and Trossachs are possibly the most visited region of Scotland by tourists from around the world who are looking for holiday home rentals. Here you will find a fine selection of holiday home rentals that offer you the perfect opportunity to relax and enjoy your break, exploring this amazing part of Scotland and admiring the breathtaking beauty of the Loch Lomond and Trossachs. Holida home rentals here are located in the western area of central Scotland, just 30 minutes from Glasgow, and the Loch Lomond and Trossachs region is perfect for those wanting the opportunity to stay in holiday home rentals nestled in the Scottish countryside but still enjoy the culture and diversity of a city like Glasgow. The Loch Lomond and Torssachs area is also very popular with locals. The Loch Lomond and Trossachs area covers many areas of sublime beauty. Loch Lomond offers superb natural beauty with many towns and villages dotted along its shores offering a range of attractions for locals and visitors that offer many holiday home rentals. There are also many different water sports and activities available on Loch Lomond that will excite all of the family. In the area Balloch Castle County Park is home to attractive gardens and gentle walks for those not feeling up to a hill walk or mountain climb. The world famous Loch Lomond Golf Club is also found along the shore, offering the perfect holiday for the golfing enthusiast. Many rentals can be found here that will provide you with the luxury that you would expect from holiday home rentals in such a beautiful area. From quaint cottages to large farm houses, there will be holiday home rentals in Loch Lomond and the Trossachs that meet your needs. The Trossachs is home to hills that are the gateway to the exquisite mountain ranges of the area. Here in the Trossachs there are many holiday rentals that offer fabulous seclusion and peace, allowing you to truly relax free from disruptions. Towns such as Aberfoyle and Callander provide the perfect attraction for tourists with many visitor centres, arts and craft shops and sports shops to prepare you for the snow sports that are available during winter. This part of Loch Lomond and the Trossachs also offer a range of holiday home rentals. These holiday home rentals are available in many different types of building that will suit all of your needs. The Trossachs National Park covers a large expanse of the area, with the Trosachs being home to a large forest. The upper part of the Trossachs, where the lowlands meet the highlands of Scotland marks the upper boundary of the Torssachs National Park. Holiday home rentals in Loch Lomond and the Trossachs are perfect for visits all year round and will allow you to explore the real Scotland! Take a look at the holiday rentals for the Loch Lomond and Trossachs area and see that the Loch Lomoand and the Trossachs is the perfect place for your next holiday. Morayshire Morayshire is a central county for anyone visiting Scotland looking for holiday home rentals. Surrounded by counties such as Inverness-shire and Banffshire, you can explore a large portion of Scotland with ease if you stay in holiday home rentals in Morayshire. Morayshire offers great opportunities for seaside holidays with a northerly coastline along the North Sea. Morayshire has plenty of natural beauty with sandy beaches to the north with dramatic Highland mountains to the south. The stunning Spay Valley is a must for visiting, along with historic sites such as Cawdor Castle, Broadie Castle and well known Fort George and Culloden Battlefield; all places to visit from your holiday home rentals. Morayshire is sometimes referred to as Moray or Elginshire and the scenery is surprisingly mountainous with must visit destinations including Bin Hill near Cullen, a local beauty spot visible from a number of distant points across the region. Holiday home rentals in the region provide the perfect accommodation to stay in whilst exploring this fantastic county in Scotland. From the charming villages, fishing hamlets and even the town of Elgin, there are many places offering holiday home rentals for you to enjoy. Nothing could be better in the county of Morayshire than staying in a beautiful stone cottage deep in the Scottish countryside. Morayshire is also well known on the whiskey tours, with a fantastic 10 distilleries to visit when you spend time here. Why not look at the holiday home rentals here and choose the holiday home rentals that offers you the best facilities to meet your needs. Orkney The Orkney Islands are located just off the northern tip of Scotland where the North Sea and the Atlantic Ocean meet, providing excellent beaches and dramatic landscapes. Orkney is a collection of 70 or so islands and currently 21 of them are inhabited and provide the perfect place your holiday home rentals. The Mainland of Orkney takes up nearly half of the size of the islands, at approximately 500 square kilometres. Surrounding the mainland of Orkney, each island has its own character and offers superb examples of holiday home rentals. Much of Orkney is characterised by gentle hills and delightful beaches, with the exception of the island of Ho, which is rugged and mountainous. The weather in Orkney can be delightful in summer, although the winter weather of snow and strong winds will provide a bracing and invigorating holiday for all who are staying in home rentals on the islands. Nothing could be better over holidays such as Christmas and the traditional Scottish Hogmanay than staying in a traditional stone cottage, like many of the holiday home rentals, with a roaring log fire, good food and drink, and the snow falling outside. Wildlife is a major attraction for those staying in holiday home rentals on the Orkney Islands. Sealife and marine birds make their homes’ in and around the islands, with oystercatchers and owls a daily sight for those staying in holiday home rentals. Dolphins, seals and whales are also common visitors, and many visitors taking time to explore the waters on local boats and tours. Those staying on the islands holiday home rentals will be able to enjoy tours form local experts around all of the local nature ad wildlife spots. There are also many festivals on Orkney that attract visitors to the holiday home rentals on the islands. The magical midsummer St Magnus Festival is a major event, and long with a range of raft and agricultural shows, demonstrate that Orkney has plenty to offer those staying in holiday home rentals. Outer Hebrides The Outer Hebrides offer the most superb location for holiday home rentals. The Outer Hebrides can be found at the tip of Scotland, just on the northwest edge of Europe within the Atlantic Sea. The Outer Hebrides are actually a chain on islands that runs for nearly 150 miles, providing plenty of places for you to find the perfect holiday home rentals that the region has to offer. Holiday home rentals in the Outer Hebrides offer many different activities, including watersports, outdoor pursuits and simply idyllic walks along the beaches. Surprising for such a small collection of islands, the Outer Hebrides are remarkably diverse, with many different traditional arts and crafts and a rich history that can be seen by all enjoying holiday home rentals. Traditional music is enjoyed throughout the islands, with the Outer Hebrides attracting many visitors who want to enjoy quaint holiday home rentals with the heritage of the islands provides. Known for their warm welcomes, the Hebridean Gaels, the original inhabitants of the Outer Hebrides, will make anyone feel at home, and with many of the holiday rentals providing just this, it is easy to see why so many people visit the islands time and time again. Nature is an obvious attraction to the region, and with such an abundance of wildlife the Outer Hebrides attract nature lovers from far and wide to the holiday rentals on the islands. Those with holiday home rentals can enjoy not only tremendous views on their doorsteps but also a diverse array of sealife, birds and mammals when exploring the islands. The Outer Hebrides are home to many dolphins, whales and seals that can be enjoyed from local boat tours, along with local experts giving a guided tour of the lands with deer and buzzards. These islands also offer superb outdoor pursuits, such as climbing, walking and even surfing, that are available to all staying in holiday home rentals. Perthshire Located centrally in the heart of Scotland and providing the perfect base to explore thi exciting and culturally rich country from, Perthshire is ideal for holiday home rentals. With tremendous natural beauty, activities for all the family and a range of amenities, Perthshire is ideal for all types of family holiday and with many home rentals to choose from you will be able to find the perfect to stay. With places to visit such as Blairgowie, Loch Leven, Pitlochry and the historic city of Perth, you will never be short of something to do when staying in the holiday home rentals of Perthshire. In Perthshire you'll find world class fishing, walking routes ranging from forest trails to lofty treks in the mountains, great cycling routes both on and off road and a tremendous range of golf courses to satisfy all abilities. All of these activities can be easily enjoyed from your holiday home rentals, and the flexibility of your own holiday home rentals means that you can take part in any activity in Perthshire whenever you choose. Perthshire is home to some of the most remarkable trees and woodlands of anywhere in Europe, and with holiday home rentals nestled in these you can walk up each morning with this stunning scenery right on your doorstep. The forests, woods and country gardens of Perthshire offer an unrivalled assortment of horticulture all within easy reach of your holiday home rentals. Walks in the countryside can be enjoyed with local rangers in native woodlands and moorlands which are havens for animal, bird and plantlife. All of these activities draw thousands of visitors to Perthshire every year, and with many staying in holiday home rentals it is easy to see why. Ross-shire Found to the north of Scotland and bordering with counties such as Sutherland and Inverness-shire, Ross-shire is a history area of Scotland rich in tradition with stunning landscapes and scenery. With coastline on both the west and eastern coasts of Scotland, Ross-shire enjoys both the rugged and dramatic along with gentle, sandy beaches. For those looking for holiday home rentals by the sea, Ross-shire is an obvious choice. Visitors to Ross-shire will enjoy a very warm welcome and traditional Scottish hospitality when staying in holiday home rentals in the region. With many hidden gems of beaches, natural walks and stunning scenery, it is easy to see why so many people return to the region time and time again to enjoy the holiday home rentals here. The mountains of the Highlands offer endless challenges to walkers and climbers who stay in local holiday home rentals. The area is perfect for those who enjoy nature or vigorous cycling, sailing or canoeing, holiday home rentals in Ross-shire will offer it all. Staying in holiday home rentals in Ross-shire mean that you will see it all; dolphins can be spotted in the east and whales are seen regularly in the west where you can always count on seeing seals. Ceilidhs are Highland tradition whereby musicians gather to entertain people and provide music for dancing, an activity that is very much alive in Ross-shire. Pipe bands are also a common feature in Ross-shire, with many performing throughout the year. If you choose holiday home rentals over the Christmas and Hogmanay season you will be able to enjoy countless Ceilidhs and traditional celebrations. It should be remembered that there is a very high demand for holiday home rentals at this time. Holiday home rentals here are perfect at any time of the year, and if you find the outdoors a little chilly then you can always light a log fire and enjoy the warm and relaxing feeling so many come to Scotland to enjoy. Shetland Shetland is truly a spectacular sight, and is perfect for holiday home rentals in Scotland. With windswept, rugged beaches and dramatic natural beauty, Shetland is comprised of over 100 islands lying in the North Sea. Only 15 of these islands are inhabited, providing the perfect sheltered holiday home rentals that those looking for total relaxation will want. Covering over 567 square miles, the islands of Shetland are the most northern point of Scotland and the UK, allowing you to enjoy holiday home rentals right at the tip of the country. Shetland is an interesting mix of cultures, with many traditions unique to the Shetland Islands. The Scandinavian influence is seen all around in some of the many ruins and archaeological treasures. Many local places, including some holiday home rentals, have Norse names, and many words in the traditional dialect, such as those referring to nature, farming, fishing and the sea are Norse in origin. Nature is a strong attraction for those looking for holiday home rentals in Shetland. With thousands of seabirds enthusiasts travel from around the globe to stay in local holiday home rentals and see these magnificent creatures. Boat tours are also extremely popular, allowing visits to get up close to these magnificent colonies. Many birds can also be seen across the moorland where many of the holiday home rentals in Shetland are located. The shores of Shetland offer exciting experiences for all visitors. The bracing winds and roaring seas provide excellent opportunities for many watersports, as well as fabulous climbing and hill walking prospects. Holiday home rentals here are in high demand, with explorers, nature enthusiasts and extreme sports fans often choosing the Shetlands for their holidays. Skye Skye is probably the most famous of the Scottish islands, and is by far the most visited. Tourism has improved in the last 10 years thanks to the construction of a road bridge, linking the island of Skye to the mainland of Scotland, meaning that thousands more visitors come every year. Skye provides many exquisite holiday home rentals that will allow you to explore the island at your own pace, and being central to many other islands in the Atlantic coast, holiday home rentals here provide a superb base to take many of the boats trips out to deserted islands for a day of exploration, climbing, hill walking and water sports. The weather of Skye is certainly a topic of conversation with many who visit this rugged island. Although it lies as northerly as cities such as Moscow, Skye is warmed by the Gulf Stream, meaning that temperatures are higher than you could expect. By visiting the island of Skye and staying in the holiday home rentals here you will experience all of the seasons in just 1 day, including glorious sunshine, blustery winds and even a flutter of snow. The holiday home rentals on Skye will provide you with the perfect place to shelter if and when you require it, and with a traditional log fire you will relish the blustery weather, meaning that you can stay indoors and maybe enjoy a tipple of the local whiskey. This isn’t to say that outdoor pursuits should be cancelled at your holiday home rentals when the weather picks up; far from it! By staying in holiday home rentals in Skye you can choose to enjoy brisk walks and climbs in the breeze, explore the hills and even have an adventure on the sea! Skye is proud of its unique culture and history and there are many sites and museums celebrate such an ancestry, which can all be visited from holiday home rentals. The famous Eliean Castle, Armadale Castle and Dunvegan Castle are all open to visitors and will keep any historians in your holiday home rentals content. Kilmuir houses the Museum of Island Life, allowing you to gain a full understanding of this from Skye. Plenty of traditional arts and crafts are still alive on Skye, and those staying in holiday home rentals on the island will no doubt enjoy many of these in the holiday home rentals themselves. Strathspey Strathspey is the area around the River Spey in the Highlands of Scotland. It is one of the main areas of whiskey production in Scotland, with distilleries such as Glennfiddich and Balvenie, which both offer tours and events for tourist from local holiday home rentals and beyond. Over 50% of Scotland’s whiskey is produced along the 28 mile ‘Whiskey Trail’ in Strathspey, meaning that any whiskey fans staying in holiday home rentals here will not be disappointed. Strathspey, also known as Speyside, has a rich history and culture based on many of its traditional arts and crafts. Wool spinning was carried out for hundreds of years in the region with some still today; meaning that visitors and those staying in holiday home rentals in the area can still enjoy these traditional crafts. Nature and the outdoors also attracts people to holiday home rentals in Strathspey from far and wide. The Culbin Forest of Strathspey is a nature reserve with a range of trails and paths that lead out to glorious sandy beaches that stretch for miles. Here there are several holiday home rentals that offer total tranquillity and undisturbed peace. Plenty of sealife visits the shores of Strathspey and those enjoying holiday home rentals will certainly experience a variety of animals and birds. There are both nature trails and boat trips that will guide you through these wonderful places in Strathspey, allowing you to enjoy the stunning nature that you will find on the doorstep of your holiday home rentals. Sutherland Sutherland sits in the North of Scotland, in fact it is one of the most northerly areas in the region making it perfect for those looking for holiday home rentals of the more atypical variety. Many people visit Sutherland each year to enjoy the dramatic mountainous scenery and contrasting coastlines of rocky cliffs and golden beaches. Holiday home rentals here will allow you to truly explore the real Scotland. There are a number of beautiful towns and villages for you and your family to explore whilst staying in holiday home rentals in Sutherland, including famous places such as Durbness, Lairg and Lochinver and less well known places such as Bonar Bridge, Embo, Tongue, Golspie and Helmsdale. The history of the area is intriguing; the county is named for the time when a large portion of the area was under Norse rule, with many traditional and historic buildings now available as holiday rentals. Sutherland is certainly home to rich history and tradition, making it easy to see why Sutherland is so popular for holiday home rentals. People looking for holiday home rentals who enjoy local history in the area are well catered for by the number of historic sites and places to visit that will inform you more about the history of Sutherland and the surrounding counties. You can explore the areas of both the North Sea and the Atlantic Ocean when staying in holiday home rentals in Sutherland, making this a region that is second to none to visit. |
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