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.
- Ballachulish, Scotland
At the Woodlands Glencoe Estate, at the foot of mighty Glencoe, you will find a collection of pet-friendly luxury lodges with hot tubs in the heart of the Scottish highlands.
- Duns, ScotlandGroom's Bell: Serene Georgian inn, mid-20th-century allure, art-filled. Sleeps 4 humans and 3 dogs.£99From price per night based on 7 night stay
- Duns, ScotlandStable Yard Cottage accommodates 6 humans and 5 dogs, boasting 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a cozy wood-burning stove, and a tranquil Scottish village setting.£109From price per night based on 7 night stay
- Dornoch, ScotlandOsprey Lodge is situated in an elevated position, deep in the Sutherland hills, tucked away down a private track, and enjoying unbelievable views across the surrounding hills and open countryside. This superb, detached solid wood lodge enjoys total peace and privacy, set in 50 hectares of croft land. The accommodation is presented to a very good standard throughout. The delightful open plan living space features a welcoming wood burner in the living area, as well as patio doors that open onto the raised decking, with a private hot tub and sitting-out area. There are two beautifully presented kingsize bedrooms with colour coordinated soft furnishings allowing for a good nights’ sleep. This property is very accessible for wheelchair users, with a level entrance and modern bathroom with a claw-footed bath and accessible wet room walk-in shower.
Situated on a working farm where the friendly cattle and sheep roam freely, this is a haven for wildlife and you may also stumble upon osprey, deer, pine martin, red kites, golden eagles and curlews. Whilst completely private, it is just over 1 mile to the pretty stone village of Rogart which is home to a thriving village pub that serves meals, as well as a shop, post office and railway station. It is ideally located for exploring the whole of the Highlands, with many places of interest within a short drive. Dunrobin Castle, seat of the Duke of Sutherland, with its gardens modelled on Versailles is well worth a visit. Or experience salmon leaping up the famous Falls of Shin, and mountain biking, hill walking, fishing, and various water sports are all available locally. The historic seaside town of Dornoch is just 15 minutes’ drive away, where you can visit the sandy beach and the renowned championship golf course, as well as the 12th-century cathedral that dominates the central square. Beach 17¾ miles. Shop, pub and restaurant 1½ miles.£216From price per night based on 7 night stay
- Kelso, ScotlandThis private and self-contained wing of a beautiful Victorian country house is ideal for family gatherings and parties, providing the perfect base for exploring Northumberland and the Scottish Borders with its beaches, historic buildings and stunning scenery. This south-facing house overlooks its secluded garden complete with barbecue, garden furniture, firepit, badminton and a large private hot tub for relaxing in. Beyond Yetholm Loch lies against a backdrop of green rounded hills. The surrounding parkland grazes horses and rare breed Soay sheep. Extensive farm and woodland walks are ideal for families to explore, pets and nature lovers. Interesting ecological and landscape features.
Inside, you can enjoy the soft sofas surrounded by period furniture and paintings, an impressive library of around 3000 books, a chest full of toys, two open fires, a family grand piano, Wi-Fi, satellite television and a DVD player. There’s a special place for everyone in this spacious house. The well-equipped kitchen has an electric range and a large dining table. Adding to the fun of is the treehouse, reached by a rope bridge and descended by a spiral slide, designed for adventurous children and adults. An adjacent barn houses a shared snooker table and the lawns of Lochside House provide space for family fun with a swing and trampoline.
The Yetholm Loch wildlife reserve can be reached along beautiful woodland walks and is home to many species of birds and animals. You may see an osprey or an otter playing in the sunshine. There is a family boat which guests are welcome to use for fishing or for the fun of rowing surrounded by wonderful scenery.
The village of Yetholm is a couple of miles away with pubs, a garage, a butcher, a grocery store and a post office. Kelso is only 7 miles away with supermarkets and a wide range of shops. Edinburgh and Alnwick with its famous gardens are about an hour’s drive. Shop, pub and restaurant 2½ miles.
Lochside Garden House can be booked together with Lochside Stable House (UPK) and Avenel Cottage (UK10920) to accommodate up to 29 guests.£141From price per night based on 7 night stay
- Inverness, ScotlandA large country house situated in Munlochy, near Inverness, in the Black Isle of Scotland. Hot tub. Tennis court. Spacious. Munlochy 1.3 miles; Inverness 8.7 miles; Rosemarkie 7.8 miles; Beauly 13.1 miles.£471From price per night based on 7 night stay
- Folda, ScotlandSet amidst the gloriously beautiful landscape near the top of Glenisla, the location of this very comfortable detached cottage will delight walkers and bird watchers alike. Cosy and traditionally furnished, Dalvanie Mill sits on a small working farm, an ideal location for enjoying the local area’s superb walking, golf, riding and fishing. Just 8 miles away lie the winter ski slopes at Glenshee and a scenic 35 mile drive leads to Pitlochry’s famous fish ladder, theatre and quality shops. Shop/PO and inn serving food 7 miles.£102From price per night based on 7 night stay
- Rogart, ScotlandA delightful, detached, single-storey cottage nestled on the outskirts of Rogart, Sutherland. Beautiful views. Woodburning stove. Off-road parking. Hot tub. Golspie 9 miles; Brora 14.7 miles.£205From price per night based on 7 night stay
- Rogart, ScotlandA character, croft house resting in a rural setting within the Scottish Highlands. Hot tub. Ample off-road parking. Tranquil location. Golspie 10.2 miles; Brora 13.3 miles.£207From price per night based on 7 night stay
- Ardgay, ScotlandSpacious, detached property set in 7 acres of gardens in Northern Scotland. Ideal for large groups. Hit tub, Rural location. Open fire. Bonar Bridge 12.8 miles; Lairg 15 miles.£269From price per night based on 7 night stay