Dog-Friendly Scottish Highlands

Situated down a quiet lane, just 50 yards from a stunning sandy bay, Rosslyn Cottage is a charming traditional detached stone cottage. Originally a fisherman’s cottage, the property has been superbly renovated throughout and now provides bright and spacious accommodation in a wonderful setting. The large living room has a warm welcoming ambience, with a wood burner acting as the focal point. This leads through to a spacious fully fitted kitchen/dining room. Wide traditional stairs lead up to the first floor. Here, there are two beautifully presented bedrooms, one with a kingsize bed and the second with twin beds, as well as a pull-out bed. Both bedrooms are en-suite and enjoy superb sea views. Outside, there is a lovely sun-trap courtyard with table and chairs for al fresco dining.

Situated in the centre of a pretty fishing village, it has excellent amenities all within a short walk. Just across the road is a sweeping sandy beach, with stunning views to the Sutherland mountains beyond. The small fishing harbour has a pier and a variety of small local craft. It also boasts an excellent seafood restaurant, pub (seasonal), café and a traditional links golf course which is open to visitors. The area is renowned for its archaeological sites, and at the nearby Tarbat Discovery Centre there is a fascinating display of Pictish, Norse and Medieval artefacts, and the historic Tarbat Ness Lighthouse, which can be accessed by road or scenic coastal path, just 3 miles outside the village of Portmahomack. Within 10 minutes’ drive lies the oldest Royal Burgh of Scotland. Predominantly built with local mellow sandstone, Tain is a charming historic town and offers an excellent selection of small shops, restaurants, cafés and pubs, as well as a wide variety of sporting and recreational facilities, including tennis courts, public gardens, golf club and bowling club, all of which are available to visitors. It is ideally located for exploring the whole of the Highland region. Other places of interest nearby include a whisky distillery centre, home of Glenmorangie single malt, the famous Falls of Shin, one of the few places to see salmon leaping close to hand, and the enchanting town of Dornoch, with its magnificent cathedral, award-winning sandy beach and championship golf course. Beach 50 yards. Shop 400 yards, pub serving food within a mile and restaurant 50 yards.

A ground floor cottage sitting in the village of Glenelg, Scotland. Outstanding scenery. Fantastic views. Pet-friendly. Arnisdale 9.1 miles; Ratagan 10.3 miles.

A traditional, detached Highland cottage surrounded by countryside in Aigas near Beauly, Inverness. Off-road parking. Open fire. Beautiful views. Pet-friendly. Enclosed garden. Inverness 16.6 miles; Fort Augustus 35.7 miles.

Two-bedroom spacious holiday accommodation cottage in Nethy Bridge. Dog friendly holiday home in the Cairngorm National Park. Located in the Nethy Bridge this, detached, two-bedroom bungalow is in a great location for exploring the Cairngorm National Park.
Nethy Bridge is located on the north edge of the Cairngorm National Park and is 14 miles from Aviemore, a 20-minute drive. From Bowlins you can bypass Aviemore and head straight to the Cairngorm Ski centre which is 18 miles or around 30 minutes by car. Apart from the thriving town of Aviemore, with many shops, bars and restaurants the towns of Boat of Garten and Grantown on Spey are within a 15-minute drive or bus journey.

Enjoying a peaceful rural setting on the outskirts of Rosemarkie on the beautiful Black Isle, this detached property has been equipped and furnished to ensure as relaxing and enjoyable holiday as possible. The Black Isle makes a perfect base for exploring the many delights of the Northern Highlands. Visit the lovely fishing villages along the Moray Coast or take a distillery tour along the Moray Whisky Trail.

Inverness, the Highland capital, Loch Ness and Culloden Battlefield are just a short drive and the stunning west coast is a fantastic day out. The many activities in the area include mountain biking, golf, water sports and boat trips, quad biking, walking and climbing, to name just a few. For the less energetic, sit back, relax and watch the ever changing vistas. Beach 1 mile. Shop, pub and restaurant 2 miles.

Nestling on the hillside with wonderful views across the River Garry, this traditional stone built cottage is now a holiday home peacefully located in a tranquil setting. It comprises a comfortable and cosy living room with warming and welcoming wood burner, and a well-equipped kitchen and dining room with all essentials for rustling up your favourite dish. A bunk bedroom with an extra bunk bed for flexible sleeping arrangements, and a family bathroom are also located on the ground floor. Go up the wooden stairs to find two further bedrooms, one with a super kingsize bed which can be twin beds, again for flexible sleeping arrangements, and another bedroom with a double bed.
Conveniently situated on the road to the Isle of Skye and the Outer Hebrides, it makes a perfect base for touring the Highlands and West Coast of Scotland, or simply just relax and enjoy the beauty of the area.
For nature lovers, wildlife is in abundance and golden eagles, deer, pine martens and otters are often spotted. Don’t forget to pack your binoculars.
Other activities including mountain biking, walking, canoeing and climbing are all available locally, as is fishing for life at a more leisurely pace. Within easy reach is Loch Ness - you’ll be glad you brought your binoculars for some monster spotting! Also within easy reach is Fort William with Britain’s highest mountain towering over 4000ft above sea level. Inverness and the Isle of Skye are also easily accessed and both hold diverse attractions of their own. Be sure to be well stocked up with provisions as the shop is 17 miles away. Pub and restaurant 10 miles.

Set amongst stunning scenery in the heart of the Highlands, The Wee Hoose is a delightful, detached cottage with its own garden. This traditional stone cottage has been in the same family for over 100 years. Having undergone much renovation and rebuilding, it now provides bright and homely holiday accommodation, whilst retaining many of its original features. The cosy living room oozes old world charm, with deep windowsills and a welcoming wood burner. The kitchen is fully fitted with contemporary appliances and plenty of room for dining. Upstairs are two pretty cottage bedrooms, both very attractively presented with colour-coordinated, soft furnishings.


The Wee Hoose is situated in the quiet crofting hamlet of Linside, and enjoys superb views over the river below and across to the hills. The patio outside the cottage provides an ideal spot to look out for local wildlife, or to simply sit and enjoy the tranquillity of the surroundings.


The Wee Hoose is ideally located for exploring the whole of the Highland region. Head west along a spectacular route of mountains, lochs and rivers. Inverness, the capital of the Highlands, is just over an hour’s drive. A trip to the far north also provides more breathtaking scenery. There are plenty of places of interest and outdoor activities in the vicinity - watch salmon leaping at the Falls of Shin, visit Royal Dornoch with its beautiful sandstone cathedral, award-winning sandy beach and championship golf course. The local area is also well known for its wildlife; ospreys, golden eagles, buzzards, pine martin, deer and even otters can be seen in the region. There are numerous mountain biking trails close by. Fishing, golf, hill walking, climbing and a variety of water sports are all local pastimes. Shop and restaurant 9 miles, pub 6 miles.

Newburgh C Listed Townhouse, which is set over three floors, has enjoyed a whole new makeover and pampering in 2021. Now with its high-end finishes and tasteful decoration throughout, you will enjoy staying in this warm and welcoming house with its sumptuous quality furnishings and homely feel.
Perched on the south side of the Firth of Tay, the townhouse has views out to the Firth from the upper bedrooms, where visitors can access the start of the Fife Coastal Path. The elevated living room has north and south facing windows plus a cosy open fire to sit by on a cool day. The ground floor comprises of a kitchen/dining room with views and access out to the courtyard. The south-facing private garden is laid with stone and surrounded by beautiful plants and alpines. Up one step from the ground floor is the shower room and then carry-on up a rounded turret staircase to the next level.
The first floor comprises of the living room, an adult-size bunk bed room, and separate toilet. The top floor includes a king-size and twin room. Each of these rooms have windows on both sides of the property to allow sunlight to filter in. The property also has space for 2 cars with off-road parking and a utility room in the garden area for extra storage, and an under-counter full freezer.
No need to use the kitchen when the village has its own distillery! Just a 10-minute walk away and you will find yourself at the award winning Lindores Abbey Distillery. Live music, whisky tasting, gin, distillery tours, beautiful cheese boards are just a few of the features! East Port café and Jamesfield Farm shop are also local. 5 minutes’ drive away to the next village over and you can get excellent food from Abernethy’s Crees Inn pub or Clootie McToot Dumplings Café.
Situated in North Fife and on the border of Perthshire there are dozens of beautiful walks, coastal paths and hills to explore. Walk through the enchanted forest and under a waterfall at Maspie Den then on to Falkland Palace.
Shops and pubs ½ mile.

This neat, reverse-level cottage rests in Banavie, Scottish Highlands. Family-friendly. Off-road parking. Beautiful views. Smart TV. Fort William 3.1 miles; Glencoe 19.3 miles; Fort Augustus 31.3 miles.

It is just a short walk to all the amenities of Dornoch village, Thistledown has been attractively presented throughout and provides ideal accommodation for couples and small families alike. The open plan living space offers a comfortable living area, a dining area nd a well-equipped kitchen including a washer/dryer for all you laundry needs. There are two bedroom both with zip and link super kingsize bed can be twin beds on request.
Durnoch is a historic village, known for its award-winning, wide sandy beach and its Championship golf course, which is renowned world wide. Central to the village is the beautiful Dornoch Cathedral. Dornoch has an unusual and interesting selection of gift shops, notably the Old Jail, which prides itself on stocking a wide range of products made in the Highlands. There are numerous places of interest within easy reach, including Dunrobin Castle, seat of the Dukes of Sutherland, Glenmorangie, Clynelish and Brora distilleries, and stunning beach and woodland walks all around the area. The Highlands ought to be on every holidaymaker’s wish list, so we hope Thistledown is on yours.