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Dog-Friendly Scottish Highlands

With stunning landscapes, majestic mountains and historic wonders, The Scottish Highlands is a truly magnificent place to visit. Whether you're looking for a cosy cottage or luxury hotel, there's a brilliant choice of dog-friendly accommodation and outdoor space for you and your pup to enjoy.

  • Craigellachie Cottage, HighlandInstant Book Overlay Image
    Enjoying open views across the countryside, this detached, 200-year old property is full of character and charm. Now a holiday cottage, it has been equipped and furnished to a good standard to ensure as comfortable and relaxing a holiday as possible. Only 7 miles from Inverness and 2 miles from Castle Stuart Golf Links, which has hosted the Scottish Open golf tournament. Mountain biking on some of the many forest trails, golf at some wonderful Scottish courses, sea trips and watersports either on the Moray coast or Loch Ness are just some of the many activities available. There are many historical sites nearby such as Culloden Battlefield, Fort George and Cawdor Castle. Try the Whiskey Trail along the Moray and Dornoch coasts. Shop 1 mile, pub serving food 3 miles.
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  • Seashell Cottage, HighlandInstant Book Overlay Image
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    This charming former fisherman’s cottage, with enclosed garden, is set in the heart of Fishertown which forms part of the lively town of Nairn. Located on the Moray Coast, Nairn boasts a sandy beach which is just a few minutes’ walk from the holiday cottage. A toy cupboard provides amusement at the cottage. Seashell Cottage is ideally situated to enjoy the variety of facilities the town has to offer including a links golf course, fishing and boat trips to see the bottlenose dolphins. Cawdor and Brodie Castle are nearby along with numerous distilleries - take the Whisky Trail on Speyside. Loch Ness, Culloden Battlefield and Inverness, the Highland capital are all within a short drive. Shop, pub and restaurant 500 yards.
    £52
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  • Riverside View, HighlandInstant Book Overlay Image
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    Riverside View is located within Fishertown on the edge of Nairn, the location is ideal for guests wanting to explore this beautiful part of Scotland. The property is located just a short stroll from the beach and has a good number of very good local restaurants within a short walk from the front door. The property has stunning riverside views and has a small enclosed garden to sit and relax watching the river rolling past.
    Riverside View is ideally located for enjoying all the facilities of Nairn, an award winning seaside town. It is also easily accessible by public transport, for those who may like to arrive by train or bus, or to forget the car whilst there and explore by local transport; a bus stop is just 50 yards from the cottage.
    The pretty harbour area is well worth a visit, with numerous small craft using its facilities. A boat trip is likely to produce a close encounter with the famous resident bottle nosed dolphins that are frequently spotted close to shore. There are numerous places of interest in the area, including Cawdor Castle, Culloden battlefield and a large nature reserve that runs along this superb coastline. Dog walkers are particularly fond of this part of the Highland coastline, with sea and forest walks in abundance. Inverness, the capital city of the Highlands is just 20 minutes’ drive away. Beach 300 yards. Shop 400 yards, pub and restaurant 200 yards.
    £88
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  • Beach View, HighlandInstant Book Overlay Image
    Nairn, Scotland
    Enjoying a quiet yet central setting, Beach House has been furnished and equipped to a very good standard to ensure as comfortable and relaxing holiday as possible. Located in the picturesque Fishertown area of Nairn and only a minutes’ walk from the sweeping beach and the numerous restaurants and pubs of the town. This detached property makes an ideal base for those who are looking to explore this wonderfully scenic part of the Northern Highlands.
    Nairn has a good selection of shops and pubs all within an easy walk of the house. Inverness, the Highland capital, Culloden Battlefield, the historic Fort George, Brodie and Cawdor Castles and Loch Ness are all within a short drive and well worth visiting. No trip to this region would be complete with a day spent monster spotting at the loch, so don’t forget your binoculars and camera.
    Take a trip along the beautiful Moray coastline with its small fishing villages and unspoilt beaches and you may catch a glimpse of the famous bottlenose dolphins! Lossiemouth is also worth a visit just a few miles to the east with the East Beach Bridge over the River Lossie estuary to stunning East Beach with amazing sand dunes.
    A trip along the Moray Malt Whisky Trail is highly recommended, the only one in the world!
    Amongst the many activities available in the area is a large variety of watersports, fishing, sea trips, mountain biking and golf, with the town boasting a championship course just a short walk from the house.
    For the less energetic, sit back, relax and unwind in this lovely property where your every comfort has been thought of. Beach 100 yards. Shop, pub and restaurant 500 yards.
    £184
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  • The Birches, HighlandInstant Book Overlay Image
    The Birches is a spacious, modern, single-storey cottage surrounded by large gardens. It is set in mature birch woodland and enjoys uninterrupted views over open countryside. This unique cottage was built by the owners to their own design and all the rooms are light, bright and welcoming. The main living area is open plan with the living room and kitchen areas divided by a feature low brick wall, and both look out across the delightful lawned gardens, which are fully enclosed and ideal for children and pets. There is a separate dining room, and a second living room with comfortable sofas making an ideal room for a quiet drink or planning the next day’s excursion. The bedrooms are all very attractively presented, with colour co-ordinated soft furnishings. With an en-suite shower room and a large family bathroom, The Birches is ideal for families, couples and groups alike.
    The cottage is situated in Ardclach, a small hamlet in rural Nairnshire, only 7 miles from the renowned seaside town of Nairn. Many of the properties are tucked away down their own drives, surrounded by woodland and the occasional loch, offering peace and seclusion, yet within a short distance of all amenities. For wildlife enthusiasts there is plenty to see. Deer, pine marten and rare birds, including woodpeckers are regularly spotted. Golf, cycling, country walking and fishing are all local pastimes and there is a stocked fishing loch just ½ mile along the lane. There are numerous places of interest within close proximity in this beautiful area of Highland Scotland. Nairn has two stunning long sandy beaches, set against a backdrop of the attractive promenade, with its distinctive Victorian bandstand. The traditional harbour area is well worth a visit and a boat trip is likely to result in a close encounter with the famous resident bottle nosed dolphins that are frequently spotted close to shore. Within a short drive are Cawdor Castle, Culloden battlefield and a large nature reserve that runs along this superb coastline. Inverness, the capital city of the Highlands is just 30-minute drive away. Beach 7 miles. Shop, pub and restaurant 7 miles.
    £93
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  • Beach Cottage, HighlandInstant Book Overlay Image
    Beach Cottage is situated in the heart of the charming and historic part of Nairn, known as Fishertown. This 19th-century, semi-detached stone cottage provides bright and spacious modern living for up to eight visitors. The main living area is open plan, this large, airy room has plenty of comfortable seating with a modern dining table set into a recess. The kitchen area at the far end is exceptionally well equipped with built-in units and plenty of work space. A door leads out to the charming patio garden with table and chairs, ideal for an early evening drink whilst planning the next day’s excursion. There is also a second terrace garden at the front of the cottage, also with dining table and chairs. There are four double bedrooms, all with zip and link beds, making this property extremely adaptable for families, couples or groups. On the ground floor is a lovely bedroom with a floor to ceiling window overlooking the garden. The three further bedrooms are on the first floor, all are beautifully presented with colour-coordinated soft furnishings, and the seaside cottage theme throughout adds to the ambience. Two generously proportioned shower rooms are located on the ground and first floor.
    Beach Cottage is accessed via a small lane amidst the labyrinth of lanes which make up this historic and delightful part of Nairn. Once a bustling fishing community at the height of the herring boom, this area is now a quaint maze of whitewashed cottages, situated just a few steps from two sandy beaches and the attractive promenade, with its distinctive Victorian bandstand.
    There are a wide range of facilities within easy walking distance, including bars, restaurants, cafés and shops. The pretty harbour, just yards away, is well worth a visit along with a boat trip to view the resident dolphins, which are frequently spotted in the bay. There are innumerable places of interest within easy reach, including Cawdor Castle, Culloden Battlefield, Fort George and a large nature reserve that is set along this lovely unspoilt coastline. Golf, fishing, sailing, kayaking, coast and country walking, as well as sightseeing makes Nairn an ideal location for all ages and interests. Inverness is just 20 minutes away. Beach ½ mile. Shop 500 yards, pub and restaurant 100 yards.
    £188
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  • Dolphin Cottage, HighlandInstant Book Overlay Image
    Enjoying a lovely setting just a few minutes’ walk from the award-winning sandy beach and the vibrant harbour and marina, this semi-detached holiday cottage is located nearby local shops, on the edge of the Fishertown area of Nairn. Dolphin Cottage makes a super base for exploring the many delights of this beautiful part of the Highlands. Inverness, the Highland capital, Culloden Battlefield, the historic Fort George, Loch Ness and the castles of Brodie and Cawdor are all within a short drive. Visit some of the former fishing villages dotted along the Moray Coast, or take a trip along the Moray Malt Whisky Trail – the only one in the world! Amongst the many activities available are a large variety of watersports, fishing and sea trips, mountain biking and golf, with the town boasting a championship course just a short walk from the cottage. For the less energetic, guests can meander along the nearby beach, 500 yards away, where you might catch a glimpse of the famous bottlenose dolphins. Shop 500 yards, pub and restaurant 100 yards.
    £54
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  • Brighton House, HighlandInstant Book Overlay Image
    Brighton House sits overlooking the green with stunning sea views over towards the Black Isles. The property is very well presented and has a comfortable living room, a formal dining room with views over the garden and a well-equipped kitchen. On the first floor there are four comfortable bedrooms, a double with sea view and en-suite shower room, a second double with a garden view and en-suite shower room, and a third double bedroom and twin bedroom, sharing an interconnecting door, both served by en-suite bath/shower room. Outside there is a large enclosed, walled garden with furniture, perfect for some al-fresco dining in the sunshine.
    The location is perfect for a relaxing holiday with the stunning beach just a few minutes’ walk away. Nairn has a good selection of shops and pubs all within an easy walk of the house. Inverness, the Highland capital, Culloden Battlefield, the historic Fort George, Brodie and Cawdor Castles and Loch Ness are all within a short drive and well worth visiting. Take a trip along the beautiful Moray coastline with its small fishing villages and unspoilt beaches and you may catch a glimpse of the famous bottlenose dolphins. A trip along the Moray Malt Whisky Trail is highly recommended, the only one in the world! Amongst the many activities available in the area are a large variety of watersports, fishing, sea trips, mountain biking and golf, with the town boasting a championship course just a short walk from the house. For those wanting a more relaxed pace, sit back, relax and unwind in this lovely property where your every comfort has been thought of. Beach 100 yards. pub and restaurant 100 yards.
    £104
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  • Inverwick Cottage, HighlandInstant Book Overlay Image
    Only 2 minutes’ walk from the seafront, Inverwick Cottage is in the west end of this attractive, historic town. In addition to its wonderful beaches, Nairn offers a wide variety of attractions, including championship golf courses, a marina with water sports options, swimming pools, spas, tennis courts, and an art gallery. Nairn is also well known as being a great place to spot the resident Moray Firth bottlenose dolphins. The dolphins are also frequently spotted at the mouth of the River Nairn, so get yourself to the harbour wall near the river mouth throughout your stay for a great chance of a fantastic experience.
    Nairn is a mecca for golfers and Inverwick Cottage is the perfect place to base yourself for as many rounds as you can fit in. Furthermore, on the topic of golf, Nairn is well placed to try other Highland courses. Castle Stuart Links, host of multiple Scottish Open’s, is only fifteen minutes in the car. There are some outstanding courses in the Cairngorms National Park at Grantown-on-Spey, Carrbridge and Aviemore that are only a short drive away. Tain, Royal Dornoch, Golspie and Brora are a bit further, but worth the drive to play courses designed by the greats - Old Tom Morris and James Braid. Beyond golf there are many other activities to take part in.
    Those into walking and biking will be spoilt for choice with fabulous coastal, woodland and mountain routes on the doorstep and nearby. And those wanting to simply tour the area, Nairn is well placed close to Inverness for those wanting to explore some of the NC500 that starts and finishes in Inverness. Loch Ness is just beyond the city to the west. And east from Nairn you have the fabulous Moray Coastline with picturesque fishing villages dotted all the way to Peterhead. Crovie and Pennan are particularly special, with the latter being familiar to those fans of Local Hero. Important to note is the proximity of Inverwick Cottage to supermarkets, caf‘s, restaurants and bars. All within walking distance.
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  • The Laurels, HighlandInstant Book Overlay Image
    This beautiful, detached property is ideal for a week away in a scenic location. The town of Forres is easily accessible, boasting various shops, pubs and cafés where you can stock up on any essentials and delight in an evening away from the kitchen. Alternatively, travel to the seaside town of Nairn, where you will find fantastic amenities, or why not visit some local smaller highland villages close by.
    There are plenty of popular attractions in the area, which offer the chance to discover the adventurous landscape of Scotland, including the Cairngorm Mountains, the famous Loch Ness and the glorious views and coastal attractions from Findhorn. This property and location have it all! For historical Scottish attractions, venture anywhere the list is vertically endless. From Brodie Castle and grounds less than a 15 minute drive away, to slightly further afield, Castle Urquhart, Loch Ness and attractions, Elgin Cathedral, Culloden Visitor Centre and battlefield. And proudly, Sueno’s Stone is a Picto-Scottish Class III standing stone. Situated in Forres just 7 miles away, it is the largest surviving Pictish style cross-slab stone of its type in Scotland, standing 6½ metres.
    For sport and Adventure fanatics, Aviemore is just 35 minutes away, being a very popular highland town at the base of the Cairngorms Mountains, and is the heart of every sporting adventure any time of year. Everything you could want from mountain or quad biking, Skiing, winter sports, walking, climbing, water sports, and even Dog sled championships are held here! Ace Adventure is 5 minutes away, offering a huge range of sporting and water activities like canoeing, white water rafting, and cliff jumping to name a few, or, also offering paint balling, family rafting, canoeing, tubing and more for youngsters and families. Landmark Forest activity park is in Carrbridge 30 minutes away with climbing wall, high wire course, maze, raft ride and rollercoaster, making a brilliant family day out! A 5 minute drive away will land you at Randolph’s Leap and Slue walk, which equally are both breath-taking and spectacular.
    Beach lovers can spend a day at one of the beautiful beaches in Moray Firth. Visit Findhorn Bay, beautiful Nairn Beach, the astonishing Cullen Bay and enjoy a once in a lifetime experience dolphin and Killer whale watching from the Moray Coastline or one of the many boat trips to get a little closer!
    Whisky enthusiasts? This area, Moray and Speyside, is known as Malt Whisky County and The Laurels is slap-bang in the middle, with many distilleries we even have a Malt Whisky Trail. Only a 10 minute drive to the Benromach distillery, in Forres. A little further you have the very popular Speyside, famous for the abundance of local distillery tours, including The Macallan Estate, whilst a little further you will also find Dufftown on the stunning Speyside Way, with seven distilleries including Glenfiddich and Balvenie.
    You’ll also find endless trails and walks along the roaring river, see where The Spey collides with the River Findhorn. High-rocky verges and swooping drops, these walks are hidden Local gems, and not to be missed!
    Walking and biking a little closer to base? The large Garden is a great space for relaxing or games, and at the bottom of the garden is The Dava Way. This is recognised as one of Scotland’s Great Trails and is unquestionably one of the country’s finest long-distance walking and off-road cycling routes. It follows the old Highland Railway line for 24 miles (38 km) between Forres and Grantown-on-Spey! We are situated next to old Dunphail train station the most point of this trail. And if you look across the road from the house you will see the old platform hiding, but nature has started to take back! Having lots of outdoor space, you don’t need to go far past the doorstep! Walking adventures! The neighbouring woods, and Moore land 2 minutes’ walk from the door. Needless to say, this is the ideal base for holidaymakers wanting to visit the local area and many attractions that this location has to offer.
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