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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.

3 bedroom cottage, Talmine, Sutherland, Highlands Scotland

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £370

Self catering accommodation in Talmine sleeps 4.

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

Accommodation overview: A TRADITIONAL STONE CROFT HOUSE SITUATED ON A HILL-TOP POSITION. SLEEPS 4 1 The cottage is comfortably furnished and well equipped situated on the clifftops with the best views in the village to the Rabbit Isles and along the North Coast. Talmine is a small hamlet one of several in this peaceful fishing and crofting community look across the picturesque Tongue Bay Talmine village has a beautiful sandy beach with a harbour and jetty. Shops and hotels can be found in the pretty village of Tongue only three miles away. Boat trips to the Rabbit Islands are popular for good diving and for picnics on the beautiful sheltered beach there. The accommodation offers THREE bedrooms: 1 double 1 single and 1 twin with en-suite WC. Lounge: open fire TV DVD and hi-fi. Bathroom: with bath and large separate shower. Kitchen: electric oven fridge/freezer washing machine dishwasher and microwave. Dining conservatory. Outside: Large lawn garden with seating area and far reaching sea views. Amenities: parking bed linen towels and central heating included. 1 dog welcome (to be kept in the hall and kitchen). Additional info: sorry no short breaks. Location: shop and hotel within 1 mile. Arrival: 4pm.

2 bedroom cottage, Girvan, Ayrshire, South West Scotland

Sleeps 5
Weekly prices from £292

Self catering accommodation in Girvan sleeps 5.

Features include: • Pet friendly • Open Fire or Woodburning Stove • Close to the Beach • Fishing near by • Pub near by • Cottage Sleeps 5

Accommodation overview: 1 OF 4 PROPERTIES SET ON A WORKING FARM WITH VIEWS OVER THE SEA The holiday cottages are situated on a 200 acre working farm and enjoy panoramic views over the sea to the Antrim mountains Ailsa Craig and the Mull of Kintyre. The cottage interiors are bright and sunny with simple furnishings in homely style ideal for a relaxed family holiday. The farm includes 1 miles of beach accessed by a short footpath from the main road below the cottages. This is a beautiful part of the coastline mile from the ancient fishing village of Ballantrae. Girvan a popular seaside town is a 15 minute drive. The area offers fishing golf at several excellent courses sailing and horse-racing at Ayr. Amenities: bed linen and electric. 2 dogs welcome but must be kept under control. Location: shops and pub mile plus excellent local restaurants. Arrival time: 4pm. The accommodation offers TWO bedrooms: 1 double with extra single bed 1 bunk room with extra single bed. Bathroom. Lounge: with open fire and TV. Kitchen: with fridge washing machine microwave. Amenities: initial supply of solid fuel included. Additional info: the property can sleep a maximum of 4 adults.

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.

4 bedroom holiday home, Gairloch, Ross-shire, Highlands Scotland

Sleeps 7
Weekly prices from £615

Self catering accommodation in Gairloch sleeps 7.

Features include: • Garden • Pet friendly • Internet Access • Open Fire or Woodburning Stove • Close to the Beach • Fishing near by • Pub near by • Cottage Sleeps 7

Accommodation overview: SPACIOUS MODERN DETACHED HOUSE WITH SPECTACULAR SEA AND MOUNTAIN VIEWS Set in the Hamlet of Lonemore Gairloch on the west coast of Scotland is idyllically positioned with panoramic views across the Minch to Skye. This beautifully designed Scandinavian interior offers comfortable spacious open plan living area over three levels with woodburning stove. The Gairloch Area just north of the Applecross peninsula is one of the most scenic areas of Scotland s west coast and offers a wealth of spectacular scenery and activities for visitors. This is an Ideal base for visiting the west coast and the Islands. For outdoor enthusiasts there are excellent opportunities for walking cycling fishing pony trekking sailing kayaking boat trips golf and climbing one of the many Munro s in the area. Enjoy the wonderful uncrowded sandy beaches in the area such as the Big Sand and Redpoint try whale spotting from the Rubha Reidh Lighthouse or visit the Gairloch Heritage Museum and the sub-tropical garden at Inverewe. This spacious accommodation offers FOUR bedrooms: 3 situated on the first floor 1 double 1 twin and 1 single. Bathroom: with bath separate shower and WC. On the ground floor 1 further double with en-suite shower and WC. Separate WC. Lounge/kitchen/diner: accessed via the kitchen with steps down to the lounge from dining area with sea and island views woodburner flatscreen TV with freesat DVD and Wi-Fi. Dining area with sea and mountain views large dining table with seating and French doors leading to decking area. Kitchen area with electric cooker and induction hob fridge freezer dishwasher and microwave. Utility area: with washing machine. Second Sitting area: on first floor with TV cathedral style ceiling window and seating to relax and enjoy the far reaching views. Outside: enclosed garden with lawn area decking garden furniture and BBQ. Amenities: parking for up to 4 cars. Bed linen towels and central heating included. Regret no smoking. 2 well-behaved dogs welcome. Location: beach 1.5 miles shops & pub/restaurant 1 mile. Gairloch village 2 miles with good selections of shops restaurants bars and cafes. Arrival: 4pm

2 bedroom cottage, Oban, Argyll, Highlands Scotland

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £395

Self catering accommodation in Oban sleeps 4.

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

Accommodation overview: CHARMING COTTAGE CLOSE TO THE SHORES OF LOCH LINNHE In a spectacular position with panoramic views over the loch to the mountains of Kingairloch beyond this charming semi-detached cottage is part of the original ferryhouse which is approximately 250 years old. With a fascinating historical background the ferryhouse has been sympathetically modernised to create a holiday home of unique character. The very picturesque village of Port Appin is an ideal base for exploring and Oban is within a 40 minute drive. Day trips can be enjoyed to Glencoe and Fort William or by taking the passenger ferry from Port Appin across to the island of Lismore. The village shop is 30 yards from the property and there are two restaurants nearby. Leisure facilities: cycle and boat hire can be arranged and other local activities include fishing horse-riding and hill walking. The accommodation offers TWO bedrooms: 1 double and 1 twin. Bathroom: with shower over the bath. Lounge/diner: with multi-fuel stove (fuel can be purchased from the owner). Sun lounge. Kitchen: compact with fridge freezer washing machine and microwave. Outside: garden to the front and rear where a path leads down onto the beach. Amenities: bed linen and towels included. Electric charged at current rates. Please note the property does not have a TV. Regret no pets. Additional info: regret no short breaks. Location: village shop and restaurants close by. Arrival time: 4pm.

2 bedroom bungalow, Aviemore, Inverness-shire, Highlands Scotland

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £371

Self catering accommodation in Aviemore sleeps 4.

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

Accommodation overview: IDEALLY SITUATED IN A QUIET WOODED AREA OF A POPULAR MOUNTAIN RESORT SLEEPS 4 1 Conveniently situated in a quiet wooded development on the edge of this popular mountain resort this attractive semi-detached bungalow is ideally placed for exploring the Highlands. Aviemore lies in beautiful Speyside amidst magnificent mountain scenery with terrific museums a wildlife park famous Landmark Visitor Centre the spectacular Cairngorm funicular railway as well as easy access to the Whisky Trail and Loch Ness. Dalfaber Country Club has a swimming pool and many other facilities. Other leisure activities in and around Aviemore include water sports walking climbing golf bird and wildlife-watching and winter sports at nearby Cairngorm. This south facing warm and welcoming bungalow offers: 1 double bedroom and 1 bedroom with adult size bunk beds plus single bed. Bathroom with shower over bath. Lounge/diner: electric oven fridge freezer dishwasher microwave washing machine freesat TV DVD and hi-fi. Outside: lovely enclosed rear garden with garden furniture and brick BBQ. Extensive mountain views from the front garden. Amenities: bed linen and electric heating included. 2 dogs welcome. Regret no smoking. Additional info: Visit Scotland 3 Star. Location: Local pub/hotel shop and bus service to the village centre 1 mile. Arrival 4pm.

3 bedroom cottage, Lower Largo, Fife, Central Scotland

Sleeps 6
Weekly prices from £350

Self catering accommodation in Lower Largo sleeps 6.

Features include: • Garden • Pet friendly • Internet Access • Close to the Beach • Pub near by • Cottage Sleeps 6

Accommodation overview: SHORT WALK FROM THE SANDY BEACH AT LARGO BAY This traditional terraced stone-built fisherman s cottage is over 150 years old and stands in Lower Large Main Street near the statue of Alexander Selkirk (Robinson Crusoe) and is just a short walk from the sandy beach of Largo Bay. This picturesque little fishing village is in the East Neuk and offers wonderful opportunities for all the family it is an ideal base for touring the East Coast and is within easy access to St Andrews Edinburgh and Stirling. The area offers excellent walking The Fife Coastal Path passes through Lower Largo golfing with many top rated links courses nearby and sailing on the Firth of Forth. The accommodation arranged on 3 floors offers THREE bedrooms: First floor: master bedroom with king-size bed and en-suite shower-room. Bunk bedroom with adult size beds overlooking the garden. Top floor: double bedroom with en-suite wc and views of the Forth accessed via narrow stairs. Ground Floor: large light airy lounge/dining room with Freeview TV/DVD hi-fi and wi-fi. Well-equipped kitchen with cooker microwave dishwasher washing machine tumble dryer fridge/freezer. Bathroom with shower over bath. Outside: small elevated enclosed garden accessed by stone steps with picnic table and bench seating (regret not suitable as a children s play area.) Secure storage for sports equipment and bicycles. Amenities: Bed linen provided and bath towels available for hire. Electric central heating and wi-fi included. Regret no smoking. Free on street parking with large car park 150 meters away. 1 well-behaved dog welcome. Additional info: Regret no short breaks. Location: Shop pubs and hotels in village harbour area (5 minute walk) and beach within a short walking distance. Arrival: 4pm.