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Hawkswood House, St Andrews, Fife, Central Scotland

Sleeps 10
Weekly prices from £1004

Self catering accommodation in St Andrews sleeps 10.

Features include: • Internet Access • Open Fire or Woodburning Stove • Hot Tub • Close to the Beach • Golf near by • Pub near by • Easy Walking Access • Cottage Sleeps 1

Accommodation overview:

Hawkswood House details

Set in the picturesque hamlet of Peat Inn, just a few miles from St Andrews, this superb detached property combines the charm of the original farm buildings with modern style and sophistication and impeccable standards of service. St Andrews is best known as the home of golf but this delightful historic town also offers excellent shopping, art galleries, botanic gardens and museums, and magnificent golden beaches. It also has far more restaurants and cafes than you would expect for a town of its size, ranging from fine dining to cosy coffee shops and ice cream parlours. The renowned restaurant at Peat Inn is within walking distance, and St Andrews offers welcoming pubs and a wide choice of both fine and casual dining.

In its heyday St Andrews Cathedral was a centre of pilgrimage and the largest church in Scotland. The museum has an excellent collection of sculptures including a superbly carved Pictish sarcophagus, and your ticket includes the chance to enjoy the incredible views from the top of St Rule's Tower. You can also visit the British Golf Museum, which is handily situated not far from 18th green of the Old Course.

For something a little different, the East Neuk is a string of fishing villages for which the word picturesque might have been invented.

Other recommended day trips include Falkland Palace, former hunting lodge of the Stuart monarchs; the Secret Bunker intended to shelter officials during a nuclear war; and the Scottish Fisheries Museum at Anstruther.

And when only the buzz of a big city will do, Edinburgh, Dundee and Glasgow are all easily reached by car.

For keen golfers, this is the ultimate private lodge, with easy access to dozens of fine courses. But whilst golf is bound to be the main attraction, Hawkswood House has plenty to offer for romantic breaks, longer holidays, and groups of friends looking for a relaxing country escape.

2 bedroom cottage, Shieldaig, West Ross, Highlands Scotland

Sleeps 6
Weekly prices from £302

Self catering accommodation in Shieldaig sleeps 6.

Features include: • Garden • Close to the Beach • Fishing near by • Pub near by • Cottage Sleeps 6

Accommodation overview: INVITING COTTAGE BOASTS MAGNIFICENT VIEWS OVER LOCH SHIELDAIG This traditional fisherman s cottage is beautifully situated on the sea front of this picturesque Wester Ross village and enjoys wonderful views of the sea loch coast and surrounding mountains. The house is well-maintained offering a humble and comfortable home from home in a magnificent location. With a enclosed field within a couple of minutes from the shoreline the cottage is situated in the popular village of Sheildaig with its small harbour and Torridon Sea Tours and excursions. Located amongst the spectacular rugged scenery of Torridon famous for its mountains geology and wildlife it is a great way to explore the West Highlands or go further onto Applecross peninsula the Isle of Skye Loch Maree Gairloch and Poolewe. The accommodation offers TWO bedrooms: each bedroom has a double and single bed. Bathroom: shower over bath with WC and handbasin. Lounge: flat screen TV DVD player. Dining Room: Kitchen: electric oven hob fridge microwave and washing machine. Outside: enclosed field to the front and rear with the shoreline just across the street. Amenities: electric heating linen and towels included. Regret no pets. Location: local pub shop and seafront within walking distance Lochcarron 14 miles away Strathcarron train station 30 minutes and Armadale ferry crossing 1.5 hours away. Arrival: 4pm

7 bedroom holiday home, Dingwall, Ross-shire, Highlands Scotland

Sleeps 14
Weekly prices from £3835

Self catering accommodation in Dingwall sleeps 14.

Features include: • Internet Access • Open Fire or Woodburning Stove • Close to the Beach • Fishing near by • Pub near by • Cottage Sleeps 14

Accommodation overview: LUXURY COUNTRY HOUSE SET IN SIX ACRES OF GARDENS AND WOODLAND This wonderful spacious top class Georgian mansion finished to the highest possible standard is set in an elevated position with stunning sea and country views yet with easy access to all local amenities. Located in Ross-Shire with the city of Inverness 20 miles and Inverness Airport 25 miles away making this a fantastic base for your holiday. Close by are Dalmore Distillery Dingwall Black Isle Cromarty Firth boat trips which are great for dolphin and seal spotting. Salmon and trout fishing shooting golf and outdoor sports available locally. Dornoch s beautiful beaches Urquhart Castle Dunrobin Castle and Loch Ness are all within easy reach. Leisure facilities: spa treatments Yoga and Pilates all available with prior booking. The accommodation is arranged over three floors and offers SEVEN large bedrooms with radio iPod docks and all with stunning views: on the garden floor 1 super-king zip-and-link and en-suite with bath shower and WC 1 king-size with en-suite double spa bath shower and WC 1 super-king zip-and-link with en-suite shower room and WC. On the first floor 1 large king-size with en-suite bathroom with roll-top bath shower and WC 3 bedrooms 2 super-king zip-and-link and 1 super-king with en-suite bath with shower over and WC. Separate WC s located on garden floor and main floor. Lounge/dining room: on the main floor with beautiful wood panelling a grand dining table 2 open fireplaces (logs included) and ample seating. Further sitting room with open fire (logs included) and beautiful views overlooking the front garden. Tower room: on the fourth floor accessed by an iron spiral stair case is a study with an array of books a computer and printer for guests to use and large balcony with stunning sea and country views. TV/Games room: large room on the garden floor with beautiful garden views flatscreen TV/DVD/CD BT-vision hi-fi board games and children s games. Kitchen: well-equipped with AGA 2 dishwashers fridge/freezer electric range cooker with gas hobs microwave table and chairs and window seating area enjoying garden and woodland views. Utility room: on garden floor with washing machine and additional fridge and freezer. Outside: mature garden and woodland garden furniture gas BBQ fishing rod store stocked log store. Amenities: ample parking. Bed linen towels electric bath robes and Wi-Fi included. Regret no smoking. Regret no pets. Additional info: 500 security deposit required payable direct to owner prior to arrival. Short breaks available - 3 nights 69% 4 nights 77% and 5 nights 85%. Chef/owner is available on request with an array of menus (pre booking essential). Highland Aromatic toiletries and welcome bottle of Dalmore whisky daily maid service all included. Honesty box telephone. Location: beach 3 miles pubs and shop 1.5 miles. Arrival: 4pm.

4 bedroom cottage, Fochabers, Morayshire, Highlands Scotland

Sleeps 8
Weekly prices from £730

Self catering accommodation in Fochabers sleeps 8.

Features include: • Pet friendly • Internet Access • Open Fire or Woodburning Stove • Close to the Beach • Fishing near by • Pub near by • Cottage Sleeps 8

Accommodation overview: 1 OF 3 BEAUTIFUL PERIOD COTTAGES SET WITHIN A PRIVATE CASTLE S COUNTRY ESTATE This charming spacious detached property with views over the walled garden is peacefully situated in a wonderful historic country estate within walking distance of all local amenities. Located in the charming village of Fochabers with an array of shops pubs and restaurants this a fantastic base to explore the area s stunning natural beauty and beyond. There are numerous attractions and activities close by including 20 golf courses within a 40 mile radius wildlife walks bike riding The WDCS Wildlife Centre The Speyside Way Tugnet Ice House Monster Bike Trails Moray Firth coast line Speyside Cooperage malt whisky and castle trails and much more. Not too far away are the majestic Cairngorms and the Landmark Forest Theme Park Inverness and Loch Ness. All the cottages are set within the large private grounds of the estate. Leisure facilities: wonderful wildlife walks and in season salmon fishing & Roe deer stalking; when available these should be booked through the estate office. Amenities: ample parking towels bed linen central heating electric and wi-fi included. Regret no smoking. 2 dogs welcome additional dogs may be accepted by arrangement. Location: beautiful sandy beaches 5 miles pubs shops and restaurants within walking distance. Arrival: 4pm. The charming accommodation offers FOUR bedrooms with views of the estate and the 8 acre walled garden which is a new Heritage and Horticultural Visitor Centre and Garden: on the first floor 1 super king-size (which can be made into a twin on request) with en-suite bathroom with WC and 2 twins. On the ground floor 1 twin (which can be made into a super king-size on request) with en-suite shower room with WC. Bathroom: on the first floor with roll-top bath shower and WC. Lounge: beautiful room with open fire place (logs included) flatscreen TV/DVD and wi-fi. Dining room: large with ample seating. Kitchen/diner: spacious well-equipped modern kitchen with electric double oven gas hob fridge/freezer dishwasher microwave and seating area. Utility: large with washing machine tumble dryer box freezer gutting sink (ideal for fishing groups) wood store and an additional WC. Outside: private country estate with amazing scenery and wildlife. Any property identified with increased accessibility may have different levels of provision it is therefore advisable that you contact us before you book to ensure the property meets your specific needs and requirements.

1 bedroom cottage, Kinlochbervie, Sutherland, Highlands Scotland

Sleeps 2
Weekly prices from £300

Self catering accommodation in Kinlochbervie sleeps 2.

Features include: • Garden • Pet friendly • Internet Access • Romantic Breaks • Close to the Beach • Fishing near by • Pub near by • Cottage Sleeps 2

Accommodation overview: 1 OF 2 PERIOD COTTAGES IN AN ELEVATED POSITION WITH STUNNING MOUNTAIN AND SEA LOCH VIEWS SLEEPS 2 1 This wonderful cosy romantic property offers peace and tranquillity to those looking to break away from it all but within easy reach of all local amenities. Located on the wild unspoilt west coast overlooking Loch Inchard the last sea loch on the north west coast with the charming fishing village of Kinlochbervie 2 miles and Durness 15 miles making this a fantastic base to explore the areas natural beauty wonderful sandy beaches and abundance of wildlife. There are numerous attractions and activities close by including sea & loch fishing Cape Wrath Smoo Caves John Lennon Memorial Garden Hanada Island Sango and Sandwood Bays Durness Visitors Centre and Ben Stack. Outside: large mature enclosed shared garden BBQ and garden furniture. Amenities: ample parking. Bed linen towels electric central heating and wi-fi included. Regret no smoking. 2 dogs welcome additional dogs may be accepted by arrangement. Location: beautiful sandy beach 3 miles pub and shop 1 mile. Kinlochbervies local facilities 2 miles. Arrival: 4pm. The delightful accommodation offers ONE bedroom: comprising of a double and single bed with stunning views en-suite bathroom with shower over bath and W/C. Lounge/kitchen/diner: spacious open-plan room with ample seating and flatscreen Freeview TV/DVD. Well-equipped and modern kitchen area with electric oven and hob microwave fridge freezer dishwasher washing machine tumble dryer and dining area.

3 bedroom cottage, Lochinver, Sutherland, Highlands Scotland

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £333

Self catering accommodation in Lochinver sleeps 4.

Features include: • Open Fire or Woodburning Stove • Close to the Beach • Fishing near by • Pub near by • Cottage Sleeps 4

Accommodation overview: WONDERFUL VIEWS ACROSS TO MOUNTAIN PEAKS OF SUILVEN AND CANISP In a secluded elevated location high above Lochinver this charming detached cottage enjoys wonderful views over the water and the village to the surrounding magnificent mountain peaks. Lochinver lies at the centre of Assynt an Area of Outstanding Beauty where spectacular coastal roads lead past cliffs inlets sandy beaches and picturesque crofting villages. The main road leads inland to the unspoiled wilderness and nature reserves of Sutherland north to Cape Wrath or south to Ullapool. The surrounding area provides unrivalled climbing walking biking angling and ornithology. The cottage is on the edge of the village and the Highland Stoneware pottery are a short walk down the quiet lane while the main shops restaurants hotels harbour and visitor centre are less than a mile away on the other side of the bay. The accommodation offers THREE bedrooms: 1 double on the ground floor. 1 twin and 1 double with en-suite WC on the first floor. Bathroom: with shower over bath and WC on first floor. Lounge/diner: with woodburner (logs provided) TV / Freesat hi-fi. Kitchen: cooker microwave fridge/freezer and washing machine. Outside: enclosed grounds encompass several wooded acres with a sitting area lawn with play equipment tree house paths and viewpoint to fully appreciate the spectacular surroundings. Amenities: bed linen towels and electric included. Regret no pets. Regret no smoking. Additional info: regret no short breaks. Location: shops restaurants hotels within walking distance. Arrival: 4pm.

1 bedroom holiday home, Castle Douglas, Dumfries and Galloway, South West Scotland

Sleeps 2
Weekly prices from £555

Self catering accommodation in Castle Douglas sleeps 2.

Features include: • Pet friendly • Internet Access • Romantic Breaks • Close to the Beach • Fishing near by • Cottage Sleeps 2

Accommodation overview: 1 OF 4 ROMANTIC LUXURY LODGES SET IN AN ELEVATED POSITION STUNNING SEA VIEWS AND PRIVATE HOT TUB REGRET THE PROPERTY IS NOT SUITABLE FOR CHILDREN OVER 6 MONTHS THE LODGES PROVIDE A FANTASTIC BASE TO VISIT THE FAMOUS WICKERMAN FESTIVAL ON THE 24 AND 25 JULY 2015 These beautiful bespoke detached properties offer luxurious accommodation nestled in a private peaceful bay within a stone s throw away from the sea shore but yet close to all local amenities. Located only 2 miles from the village of Auchencarin and 11 miles from Castle Douglas making this a fantastic base to explore the areas natural beauty and wildlife or just to relax and look out to sea from the lodges and you may even spot the dolphins. There are numerous attractions close by including Sweetheart Abbey Galloway wildlife conservation park Drumlanrig castle Broughton house & gardens Caerlaverock castle The summer gallery Threave castle & gardens Ellisland farm Robert Burns house & museum Dundrennan abbey Loch Ken water sports The Stewartry museum many golf courses including Colvend New Galloway & Dalbeattie. These 4 attractive lodges are set privately around a large secluded bay just a stone s throw away from the seashore. Outside: private enclosed balcony with seating area and hot tub guests are welcome to explore the bay and country walks around the estate. Leisure facilities: private hot tub and sea fishing. Amenities: ample parking towels bed linen electric central heating and Wi-Fi included. Regret no smoking. Additional info: welcome kitchen/toiletries pack included bath robes provided. Regret not suitable for children over 6 months. Location: beach on site pub post office shop and restaurant 2 miles. Arrival: 4pm. This stunning single-storey accommodation offers ONE king-size bedroom with beautiful sea views flatscreen TV with Freeview iPod dock and patio doors leading out to enclosed balcony. Bathroom: large with bath and separate shower cubical his & hers sinks and WC and an additional WC. Lounge/kitchen/diner: spacious open-plan room with large flatscreen TV with Blu-ray DVD Freeview and feature fire. Kitchen area modern well-equipped with wine-cooler gas oven and hob fridge/freezer microwave dishwasher and large dining table. Utility: with washing machine and tumble dryer. Waste bin located at the rear of the property. Amenities: 1 medium size dog or 2 small dogs welcome the local pubs and restaurants are dog friendly.

2 bedroom holiday home, Kyle, Ross-shire, Highlands Scotland

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £188

Self catering accommodation in Kyle sleeps 4.

Features include: • Pet friendly • Close to the Beach • Fishing near by • Cottage Sleeps 4

Accommodation overview: 1 OF 2 PROPERTIES IN A PRIVATE SETTING NEAR THE SHORE OF THE SEA LOCH These comfortably furnished cedarwood chalets occupy an elevated position only 50 yards from the beach and enjoy views over the sea loch and small islands and to the garden. The properties are within easy reach of the Isle of Skye and well placed for touring north to Applecross Gairloch and the Inverewe Gardens and for walking in the famous hills of Kintail. Local woodland walks. An ideal spot for ornithologists and anglers as there is sea fishing in abundance at most times of the year. Amenities: private parking. Electric by meter. Additional info: regret no short breaks. No linen provided. Location: shops 2 miles. The accommodation offers TWO bedrooms: 1 double and 1 twin. Bathroom: with bath and electric shower. Lounge/diner: with TV and freesat: Kitchen: with fridge cooker and microwave.