Dog-friendly Scotland
Explore Scotland's dog-friendly destinations for an ideal holiday with your four-legged friend. Whether it's a quaint hotel, cosy cottage, B&B, or a charming country house, find the perfect spot for a short break with your pooch. Discover stunning Scottish landscapes and create lasting memories on your next adventure.
Southerness, Scotland
3.00Situated in the seaside village of Southerness, this detached property is a mere 100 yards from the sandy beach and provides spacious accommodation from which to explore south west Scotland. Located on the spectacular Solway coast near Dumfries and close to the stunning Galloway Forest Park, Britain’s largest forest park, it is a popular area for walkers and cyclists with world class mountain biking at Dalbeattie 7 Stanes nearby. With unspoilt villages, dramatic coastlines, sandy beaches, rocky coves, magnificent gardens, castles and ancient monuments to explore. Wildlife is in abundance with the RSPB nature reserve just along the coast. Championship golf course 300 yards away and fishing, riding and sailing are all available. Sweetheart Abbey, Drumlanrig Castle and Gardens, and Mabie Farm Park are all within easy reach. Beach 100 yards. Shop, pub and restaurant 200 yards.£94From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & book
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Buckie, Scotland 4.00Just 100 yards from the seafront in Portessie, and an additional 200 yards to the sandy beach, dating from 1863 this traditional, detached sail-makers cottage enjoys sea views from the bedrooms and the decked area, and views of Seal Island from the twin bedroom. Comfortable and cosy, it is situated just a short stroll from the harbour and beach with rock pools. With attention to detail, the kitchen and downstairs bathroom have been renovated to a good standard and the property benefits from the downstairs windows having shutters. You will receive a refreshment welcome pack upon arrival and not forgetting your four-legged friends too, they will also have a doggy welcome pack waiting. This coastline’s stunning scenery, charming fishing villages and picturesque harbours invite exploration, and at Buckie harbour there are local boat trips offering a chance to spot dolphins, whales or seals. Ideally located to reach the many golf courses dotted around the area. Just 5 minutes’ walk behind the cottage lies miles of disused railway line, which has now been converted for cycling and dog walking adventures. There is on-site parking for 1 car and additional on road parking on the seafront (with no restrictions). The world famous Whisky and Castle trails are nearby. Shop and restaurant 500 yards, pub 350 yards.£76From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Nigg, Scotland 4.00Set in a quiet rural location, this cosy holiday cottage enjoys lovely views across open countryside towards Nigg Bay and the Cromarty Firth. An RSPB Reserve, sea trips, fishing, golf, castles and south, west and east facing beaches all within easy reach. Great for touring the scenic Highlands. Historic Cromarty is a short ferry trip (only available in summer, also accessible by road) with Inverness, the Highland Capital approx 45 minutes’ drive. Shops 4½ miles, pubs 3 miles. Can be booked with property 19987 (which has adjoining garden) to sleep up to 12 guests.£79From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Cockburnspath, ScotlandA delightful detached cottage on a cliffside, 1 mile from Cockburnspath, near Dunbar, on the beautiful North Sea coast. Superb views. Open fire. Pet-friendly. Coastal walks, golf and walking opportunities. Dunbar 8 miles. Edinburgh 30 miles.£107From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Aultbea, ScotlandSmart, contemporary and welcoming. Bright and spacious cottage. Close to coast and beaches. Stunning area for wildlife and walking. Fishing village with local facilities.£102From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Invergordon, ScotlandThis attractive, single-storey holiday cottage was formerly the forester’s cottage on a Highland country estate. Situated close to a hamlet it provides attractive accommodation in a quiet setting. There are woodland and riverside walks leading down to the shores of the Cromarty Firth, home of a large colony of seals. Easy access to the Black Isle with its pretty fishing villages and attractive coastline. Golf is only 5½ miles away and you will also find fishing, hill walking, mountain biking and numerous water sports all available in the area.£67From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Ballachulish, ScotlandIn the heart of Glencoe, an area of outstanding beauty and steeped in history, this detached, single-storey lodge makes an ideal holiday base. Close to Fort William, and surrounded by stunning lochs and magnificent mountains, there is plenty to do.
Explore the rugged West Coast and Highlands of Scotland, visit the Inner Isles by ferry, or take the steam train from Fort William crossing the Glenfinnan Viaduct as depicted in the Harry Potter movie. Climbing, skiing, golf, mountain biking, water sports and fishing nearby. Oban, Skye and Loch Ness are easily accessible. Shop ¼ mile, pub and restaurant 400 yards.£75From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Arnisdale, ScotlandNear Kyle of Lochalsh, the stunning village of Arnisdale nestles below Beinn Sgritheall (Munro), on the shores of Loch Hourn. It overlooks Knoydart peninsula and Sound of Sleat with the Isle of Skye Cuillin in the distance. Neighbouring Glenelg, 9 miles, has a shop, pub, restaurant, craft shop and Skye ferry (Apr - Oct). Amid idyllic mountainous scenery, ideal for a holiday escaping with wildlife (deer, porpoises, eagles, seals and otters), walking (including the Five Sisters of Kintail, South Cluanie ridge, Ladhar Bheinn), cycling, fishing, touring (Eilean Donan Castle, Pictish Brochs, 18th century Bernera Barracks, Plockton and Skye) or just savouring highland peace and tranquillity.£53From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Achnasheen, ScotlandThis detached family holiday house is situated in the rural crofting township of Inverasdale, on the west coast of Scotland, offering views over the Loch Ewe and the open countryside. The area has so much to offer, including mountain and low level walking routes, dramatic seascapes and a variety of wildlife, with sea eagles, pine marten and otters being popular. Historic sites close by include Cove, which has a memorial stone for the Russian convoy fleet that sailed from Loch Ewe to Murmansk during World War II and Badachro, where the Fairy Lochs are a fabulous walk, and notable as the crash site of an American World War II bomber. Shop, pub and restaurant, 4 miles.£91From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Nigg, ScotlandSet amidst Easter Ross countryside with far-reaching views towards the RSPB reserve of Nigg Bay, this comfortable, well-equipped, semi-detached holiday cottage is ideally situated for touring the Highlands. Golf, fishing and boat trips for dolphin-spotting are close by, as well as the historic towns of Dornoch and Cromarty.There is a choice of lovely local beaches, coastal walks and historical/archaeological sites. Shops, restaurants and pubs within 4½ miles .
The property has recently been improved with double-glazed windows throughout and a gate to make the garden dog-proof.
Can be booked with Rosscot (19986), which has adjoining garden, to sleep up to 12 guests.£104From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
