Dog-Friendly Scottish Highlands

Set in an enviable location on the banks of the Caledonian Canal with stunning panoramic views of Ben Nevis and the ski slopes of Aonoch Mor from all aspects, this semi-detached holiday lodge is conveniently located 220 yards from the owner’s home. The property has easy access via the Shengain Viaduct to the Great Glen Way, which is superb for dog walking. This area is an ideal base for touring the Highlands and West Coast of Scotland and there are many local amenities within easy reach. This is an excellent location for climbing, walking or mountain biking, and there are super forest trails. Travel on the West Highland Steam Train as depicted in the ’Harry Potter’ film, crossing the famous Glenfinnan Viaduct. Fort William, the ‘Outdoor Capital of the UK’, offers Highland culture, clan history, castles and museums. The surrounding scenery is breathtaking, and wildlife is in abundance. Inverness, Loch Ness, the Isle of Skye, Oban and Glencoe are all easily accessed. Skiing, horse riding, fishing, golf and a variety of water sports are all available nearby. Shop 3 miles, pub and restaurant 2 miles.
Birch Lodge can be booked together with Beech House (CC511027) and Hawthorn Lodge (CC511328) to accommodate up to 18 guests.

A charming semi-detached converted property, resting on the outskirts of Fort William. Pet-friendly. WiFi. Woodburner. Glencoe 21.3 miles.

Nestling amid the glorious Highland countryside, with a stunning backdrop of mountains, this traditionally built stone house stands detached on the site of an old croft, on a 350-acre estate. Ideal for year round family holidays, it features a most attractively furnished, designer interior, which opens out onto a large, south-facing enclosed garden laid mainly to lawn. The surrounding area is a nature lover’s paradise, with several lochs close by offering excellent fishing and bird-watching opportunities, and much indigenous flora and fauna. Inverness 17 miles. Shops 6 miles, pub 1 mile (open Apr-Oct).

A secluded ground floor cottage resting beneath the amazing mountainous views of the Torridon Hills, in the heart of the Northwest Highlands. Open fire. Exceptional views. Kinlochewe 10.3 miles; Taagan 11.7 miles; Fearnmore 19.2 miles.

A gorgeous detached holiday home resting in the quiet hamlet of Redburn near Nairn. Family friendly. Wheelchair-friendly access. Underfloor heating. Nairn 7.9 miles; Forres 11.5 miles; Inverness 20.5 miles; Elgin 24 miles.

A lovely detached cottage resting at the foot of outstanding mountainous landscapes among the Torridon Hills, in the heart of the Northwest Highlands. Woodburning stoves. Exceptional views. Kinlochewe 8.2 miles; Taagan 9.5 miles; Fearnmore 20.7 miles.

A historic cottage nestled on the Balmacara Estate, found near Kyle of Lochalsh in Ross-shire. Open fire. Coastal views. Rural retreat. Auchtertyre 3.4 miles; Kyleakin 4.1 miles; Plockton 6.2 miles.

A characterfuel cottage found within 2,550 hectares of the Balmacara Estate situated near Kyle of Lochalsh in Ross-shire. Multi-fuel stove. Family-friendly. Rural retreat. Auchtertyre 3.4 miles; Kyleakin 4.1 miles; Plockton 6.2 miles.

A well-appointed cottage located just over a mile from the village of Roy Bridge in Lochaber. Open plan living area. Views. Enclosed garden. Pet friendly. Fort William 11.5 miles; Inverness 58 miles.