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.
Neilston, Scotland
4.00Situated on a working farm with woodland walks direct from the door, this detached barn conversion is only a short drive from Paisley and Glasgow, with museums, gardens, art galleries superb shopping, restaurants, entertainment and nightlife. It is also only 35 miles from Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park, one of Scotland’s most picturesque areas with excellent outdoor activities to be enjoyed, including walking, cycling, golf, fishing, pony trekking and water sports. Ayrshire with its stunning coastline, sandy beaches and historic sites is nearby, and the islands of Arran, Bute and Cumbrae make for a great day out. The historic cities of Edinburgh and Stirling can be reached in an hour. Beach 18 miles. Shop, pub and restaurant 2 miles.£84From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & book
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Dunkeld, ScotlandThese three properties are situated in a peaceful wooded area with walks right from the doorstep and numerous roe deer around, yet only 2½ miles from the village of Dunkeld with its shops, ancient fountain and cathedral. Osprey Cottage (ref 15885) has been converted to create a super holiday retreat with rugs on polished wooden floors upstairs in the living areas, and cosy bedrooms below. Heather Croft (ref 26213) is a detached bungalow nearby, cleverly designed by the owners with lots of windows to maximize views of the surrounding countryside. The But ‘n’ Ben (ref 28139) is a charming converted barn for two. An ideal choice whatever the weather. Next door to Dunkeld is Birnam, home of the Beatrix Potter exhibition and where there are riverside walks along the Tay. An 18-hole golf course is 1½ miles away beside the Loch of Lowes Wildlife Reserve. There are walks and cycle tracks in the bordering forest. Fishing locally. Shops and pubs 2½ miles.£104From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Dunkeld, ScotlandSituated within the grounds of Dalbeathie Estate, just 2½ miles east of the historical town of Dunkeld, this restored, detached villa, with garden, offers an ideal holiday getaway to explore the secluded central Highlands. The 8-acre estate sits high above the northern banks of the River Tay, and is surrounded by lawns, orchards, meadows, a sunken bowling lawn and mature woodland of the estate. Gates open onto the Murthy Estate where guests have direct access to the bank of the river. Dunkeld village is one of Perthshire’s hidden gems, with restaurants, pubs and shops (2½ miles).£197From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Crieff, ScotlandSet in a quiet and private location surrounded by woodland and beautiful countryside, these two holiday homes are in an idyllic location for couples to relax, unwind and enjoy this most picturesque area of Strathearn. The Old Stables at Westerton (ref UK12764) is a delightful stone cottage with a large private garden. The cottage, which is set in a cobbled courtyard, has been stables over the years and later a laundry for the estate. It has now been renovated to provide a welcoming cottage, maintaining original features, character and charm of the building. All on one level, the cottage is accessed by the utility room and is a good place to keep outdoor clothing, leading into the open plan living area. French doors lead from the living area to your garden which is perfect for al fresco dining or relaxing with a book and glass of wine whilst admiring the spectacular scenery.
Westerton Lodge (ref SRRH) enjoys an idyllic and tranquil woodland setting with a large private garden. This detached Victorian cottage makes the ideal getaway, providing spacious and comfortable holiday accommodation.
Strathearn, 4½ miles away, is a hub for many outdoor activities and an ideal location with mountain bike trails or tackling one of the many Munros or Corbetts in central Scotland. There are water sports on Loch Earn, loch and river fishing and 20 golf courses within 15 miles, including the championship Gleneagles, perfect for golfers. The Victorian tourist town of Crieff is only 2 miles away and a good location for refreshments with quality places to eat and lots of cafés with home baking. There is a deli which specialises in local produce if you are planning to eat in and there are some interesting independent shops, galleries and craft shops. Crieff is an ideal all year round location to visit and holds regular events and activities including a monthly farmers market, Highland games, traditional Scottish music festival and the very popular Drovers Tryst Walking Festival. Shop, pub and restaurant 2 miles.
These properties can be booked together to accommodate up to 4 guests.£54From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Rumbling Bridge, ScotlandThis delightful holiday cottage, converted from an old steading, offers tremendous views from the sheltered sun deck towards the Ochil Hills. Within the owner’s lovely grounds, the cottage is peaceful and welcoming, smart and stylish. A superb touring base set within wonderful scenery, it is only a ½ hour to Edinburgh and Perth and just a little further to Glasgow. There is excellent walking on the doorstep, wonderful golf courses (St Andrews, Gleneagles), and very good pubs and restaurants nearby. Take a walk round Loch Leven to Vane Farm (RSPB reserve) or a boat trip to see where Mary Queen of Scots was imprisoned. Shop 1 mile, pub and restaurant 7 miles.£57From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Comrie, ScotlandMill Cottage is a well-presented holiday cottage in a beautiful setting, with contemporary accommodation and panoramic views over the surrounding countryside.
This detached property is situated close to Comrie, with its challenging 9-hole golf course, amidst the splendour of Strathearn and the southern Scottish Highlands. Enjoy fishing, walking, sightseeing or just relaxing and enjoying the magnificent scenery. There are six walks starting and finishing in the village, taking you to spectacular waterfalls, craggy hills, and quiet wooded glens.
Castles and distilleries are just a few places to visit, the Glenturret Whisky Distillery and Strathearn Distillery are nearby, as are Blair Castle and the stunning gardens at Drummond Castle in Crieff. Glasgow and Edinburgh are only an hour’s drive away.
After a day exploring the area, you can relax and enjoy a glass of wine by the stream in the garden and enjoy the scenery. Shop, pub, and restaurant 2 miles.£93From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Coshieville, ScotlandSet amidst glorious Highland scenery, with views over Ben Lawers and Schiehallion, this cottage has been converted from a single-storey barn and is equipped to the highest standard. A cosy holiday retreat, it is set with its own large enclosed garden up a private drive with a farm on one side, just 3 miles from Menzies Castle (open Easter – Oct). The nearby Kenmore Water Sports Centre on Loch Tay (2½ miles) offers water sports and fishing. Golf 2½ miles. Aberfeldy 5 miles. Lovely walks close by. Several pubs and restaurants within a 5 mile radius (nearest 3 miles). Shop 2½ miles.£71From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
ScotlandEscape to this splendid detached barn conversion in rural Perthshire, which is just a short drive from Auchterarder with its 1½-mile long high street lined with a splendid selection of eateries and bespoke shopping. Woodend Farm Barn nestles close to the owner’s home on Woodend Farm, now a 10-acre smallholding where Highland cattle and sheep graze. It was built well before the railway line, which is spanned by two beautiful bridges on the edge of the farm garden.
For many years, the farm operated as an 80-acre pig farm, but in 1999, a 10-acre section was sold off and the new owners completely transformed it. The farmhouse remained, but many of the sheds were taken down to leave just a small section, which was turned into stables. When the current owners took over in 2009, the barn itself was initially used as a machinery store and then a lambing shed, the barn has now been converted into a holiday home with a private hot tub, where guests can relax in the evening with a glass of wine in hand.
Immaculately-presented and providing spacious and contemporary accommodation, Woodend Farm Barn enjoys uninterrupted views of the miles of beautiful Perthshire countryside. This property is in an ideal location for relaxing with friends and family, and enjoying the area with all it has to offer.
Gleneagles Golf Course and Auchterader Golf Club are close by, making it an ideal location for golfers, as well as an excellent base for exploring the countryside with its abundance of walks, cycling, fishing, Whisky distilleries, castles and historic homes and gardens.
Crieff, Perth and Stirling are only a short drive away, and just over an hour’s drive from the heart of Glasgow and Edinburgh. The local railway station provides links to all major towns and cities. Alternatively just relax in the garden and enjoy the views, either in the hot tub, or from one of the outside seating areas which the owner has positioned to catch the best of the sunshine. Shop, pub and restaurant 1½ miles.£95From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Pitlochry, ScotlandBlissfully set within the owner’s 2000-acre estate with beef cattle and sheep, these two idyllic, semi-detached cottages offer the ideal escape in Highland Perthshire. The views across Loch Tummel are simply breathtaking, and the surrounding countryside has an abundance of wildlife including ospreys, pine martens, grouse, red deer and golden eagles. Even though the properties are in a rural setting, superfast 4G signal is available in the area. Perfect for anglers, there is one mile of shoreline fishing with some accessible points for fishing, and two private fishing lochs within the estate. Outdoor pursuits abound in the area to suit all tastes, from walking and cycling, to sailing and even bungee jumping, making these properties ideal for adventurous holidaymakers.
The Victorian holiday town of Pitlochry is only 10 miles away. The town’s festival theatre has a regular calendar of performances, and there are shops, restaurants, two whisky distilleries and a selection of popular organised events which take place all year round. These include Highland Games, The Enchanted Forest and the cycle race Etape Caledonia to name but a few.
Immaculately presented for comfort and ease, these single-storey properties are in a perfect location for those seeking a tranquil retreat in a pretty setting. Shop, pub and restaurant 10 miles. Tummel Cottage (UKC576) can be booked together with Farragon Cottage (UKC577) to accommodate up to 4 guests.£87From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Perth, ScotlandPerfectly located in the Perthshire countryside, on a working arable farm, just outside of the small village of Dunning in the Strathearn Valley, this beautiful single storey semi-detached holiday property, attached to the owner’s home, is the ideal retreat for a couple. Set in 4 acres of well-tended garden of mature shrubs, trees and flowers, this tranquil location makes this the perfect place to relax and unwind.
Baldinnies House was built originally circa 1720 with some later additions very much in-keeping with the farmhouse. Easter Baldinnies, which is all on one level, has been beautifully furnished with a spacious living area and a secluded walled garden ideal for al fresco dining or relaxing with a glass of wine. It is just a few minutes’ drive to the interesting village of Dunning which is centred around the historic St Serfs Church and Dupplin Cross dating back to 800AD, as well as a local shop, tennis club and 9-hole golf course. For golf enthusiasts you are only 15 minutes’ drive to the championship courses at Gleneagles Resort with a Michelin star restaurant.
This property boasts an ideal location for exploring the local area as you are near to the motorway links and within easy reach of the major towns and cities of central Scotland. The historic city of Perth is just a 10-minute drive away, where you can enjoy an evening at the theatre or the award-winning concert hall or you could visit one of the fine eateries, cafes, bars and shops. Scone Palace, 11 miles, where the Kings of Scotland were crowned, provides an enjoyable day out. There are several whisky distilleries in the area offering tours and tastings.
A little further afield, but still within easy driving distance, guests will be able to enjoy a day trip to the magnificent Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park. Perfect for nature lovers, walkers and cyclists, you will find many established public footpaths and quiet roads and the Ochil Hills for the more adventurous. Shop, pub and restaurant 2½ miles.£81From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
