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.
- Buckie, ScotlandJust 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.£74From price per night based on 7 night stay
- Nairn, ScotlandA stylish, fresh seaside cottage in the delightful town of Nairn in the Scottish Highlands. Incredible views. Typical cottage kitchen. Fantastic garden area.£76From price per night based on 7 night stay
- Achnasheen, ScotlandA 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.£102From price per night based on 7 night stay
- Dalbeattie, ScotlandA detached lodge situated of the Kippford Holiday Park in Kippford, near Dalbeattie in Scotland. Decked outside area. Master with en-suite. Open-plan layout. Dalbeattie 3.6 miles; Castle Douglas 9.5 miles.£72From price per night based on 7 night stay
- 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.£68From price per night based on 7 night stay
- Drummore, ScotlandSituated in the Rhins of Galloway in the coastal village of Drummore, Scotland’s most southerly point, these holiday cottages stand on the shore of Luce Bay with its sand and shingle beaches just across the road. The well-equipped cottages offer stunning views across the expanse of Luce Bay with its white tipped waves and sea birds, beautiful in the summer, but equally spectacular for wave watching in winter. The area is unspoilt, the scenery idyllic, and the seascapes around the Rhins as dramatic as they are beautiful. Attractions include golf courses and the RSPB Scotland Mull of Galloway Nature Reserve where thousands of seabirds nest in the cliff face during the spring and summer. Harbour porpoises, dolphins, seals and otters can all be seen in the area. Logan Botanical Gardens are a must during spring and summer with its beautiful displays of rare and native plants, as are the gardens at Castle Kennedy and Ardwell House. 5 miles north of Stranraer is Cairnryan, home to the Stena Line and P&O ferries which make regular trips to Ireland. A local, well stocked convenience store, café/seafood restaurant and 3 pubs are all within 500 yards.£54From price per night based on 7 night stay
- Newton Stewart, ScotlandSituated on a working cattle farm, this pair of detached cottages are in the ideal location to explore Dumfries and Galloway, from the Galloway Hills and the Galloway Forest Dark Skies Park, with many hidden lochs, burns and waterfalls, to the beautiful coastline with sandy beaches, rocky coves and picturesque villages. You may even be lucky and spot seals and minke whales, and will most certainly see a host of seabirds.
The area is steeped in history and the landscape diverse, a haven for artists, birdwatchers and walkers. The Mull of Galloway, with its lighthouse and grass topped visitor centre, is Scotland’s most southerly point with amazing views of Ireland, England, the Isle of Man and Scotland! Wigtown Bay Local Nature Reserve is the largest local reserve in the UK. It has internationally recognised, significant numbers of pink-footed geese, greylag geese, many species of duck and wading birds, visiting in autumn and winter.
Horse riding, golf, sailing, diving and numerous walks are available in the area and with its famously mild climate and the balmy influence of the Gulf Stream, Galloway is home to some of the most beautiful and exotic gardens. Beach 3 miles. Shop 1 mile, pub and restaurant 3 miles.
Mid Bishopton Cottage (ref UK10910) can be booked together with Cotters Cottage (ref UK10922) to accommodate up to 8 guests.£81From price per night based on 7 night stay
- Portree, ScotlandA wonderful, semi-detached cottage located in Portree, Isle of Skye. Ground-floor living. Close to amenities. Woodburning stove. Sligachan 9.8 miles; Staffin 16.3 miles; Dunvegan 21.9 miles.£105From price per night based on 7 night stay
- Lochgilphead, ScotlandThis homely, pet-friendly lodge rests on the bay in Craobh Haven near Ardfern, Argyll and Bute. Family-friendly. Rural location. Beautiful views. Off-road parking. Ground-floor living. Lochgilphead 17.9 miles; Oban 22.4 miles.£82From price per night based on 7 night stay
- Anstruther, ScotlandThis lovely, terraced, reverse-level cottage sits on a courtyard in Anstruther, Fife. Sea views. Pet-friendly. Off-road parking. Smart TV. Family-friendly. Close to amenities. St Andrews 9.7 miles; Cupar 16.5 miles; Edinburgh 50.3 miles.£68From price per night based on 7 night stay