Learan Farm Cottages, Rannoch, Pitlochry, Perthshire, The Highlands (Sleeps 4-5)

Learan Farm Cottages in Rannoch offers wonderful self catering accommodation, nestled in a gorgeous location in the Highlands. The cottages near Pitlochry in Perthshire are perfect for a relaxing holiday in a beautiful part of the country.

These fabulous stone-built cottages offer everything you need for a special getaway. Wake up to the clean, fresh air and relax on the balcony and savour the stunning views over Loch Rannoch to Glencoe to the west and Schiehallion to the east. Offering a true home from home experience, you can enjoy a tranquil and stress-free holiday.

All the cottages are beautifully furnished and come fully equipped to make your stay as comfortable as possible. The cottages include a well-equipped kitchen with a range of appliances, cosy living areas, attractive bedrooms and fabulous bathrooms. The balcony areas offer the perfect space for a morning coffee whilst savouring the view.

This part of the country is a haven for outdoor lovers, with lots of excellent outdoor activities to enjoy, including rock climbing, hill walking, white rafting, mountain climbing, canoeing, sailing, windsurfing, cycling and golfing. You can take a scenic train ride from Rannoch Station to Fort William or Mallaig. Take a magical ferry ride from Mallaig to Skye or take a tour of Blair Athol Distillery to find out about the single-malt whisky-making process. 

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Aurora Cottage, Bornesketaig, Isle of Skye, The Hebrides

Aurora Cottage offers spacious self catering accommodation for up to six people in the quiet community of Bornesketaig on the Isle of Skye. It is just 5 miles from the ferry port of Uig and about 20 miles from Skye's main town of Portree.

This beautifully maintained cottage has on the ground floor a kitchen/dining room with oven & hob, dishwasher, fridge/freezer, microwave, washing machine and tumble dryer. The lounge has leather reclining sofas seating six, 4K TV with Freesat and Netflix and there is a Blu-ray/DVD/CD Player. Also on the ground floor there is a king size double bedroom with en-suite shower room. There is a large range of books, games and maps available for guests to use.

Upstairs there is a family bathroom and two bedrooms - a double and a twin. Linen and towels are provided.

All the bedrooms and also the lounge have sea views towards the Isle of Harris.

There is a large, fenced garden and ample parking.

Come and enjoy spectacular sunsets.

The cottage is situated on the stunning Trotternish peninsular. There are two general stores nearby which include a petrol station and post office. The Skye Brewery is situated nearby at Uig and the Uig Hotel has a restaurant open to non-residents. There is lots to do on Skye including kayaking, mountain climbing, walking and boat tours.

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Our 5 Favourite Mountains to Climb in the UK and Ireland!

Our 5 Favourite Mountains to Climb in the UK and Ireland!

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We love walking here at The Holiday Cottages! There’s no need to go abroad to find a beautiful mountain to conquer. Here, we’ve collected our 5 favourite mountains in the UK & Ireland that we recommend you go and explore. Each of these hikes are for different abilities so there is something for everyone from seasoned climber to first timers.

1. Ben Nevis, Lochaber, Scotland (1,345 metres)

Our personal favourite is the fantastic Ben Nevis in Scotland. This is the tallest mountain on the British Isles and attracts thousands of tourists every year. Most tourists take the Mountain Path which is the easier route and takes between 4-8 hours depending on fitness. The views during the climb up are truly stunning and the feeling when you reach the summit is amazing! 

Click here to find properties nearby to rest your head after a long day climbing. 

2. Snowdon, Snowdonia, Wales  (1,085 m)

This is the most climbed mountain in the UK. There are 6 different paths to choose, each range in difficulty. There’s even the famous Snowdon Mountain Railway if you’d prefer a more leisurely trip! Whichever way you decide the exhilarating view at the top stretches over Snowdonia. The round trip is approximately 6 hours.

Have a look at some cosy Welsh cottages nearby.

3. Cat Bells, Lake District, England (451 metres) 

We think Cat Bells is the perfect starter mountain and is great for introducing kids to the joys of climbing! This mountain is moderate in difficulty and takes around 3 hours. Enjoy sensational panoramic views over Keswick, Derwentwater and Borrowdale during the climb.

There are some beautiful properties in Keswick, have a look at the selection here.

4. Carrauntoohil, County Kerry, Ireland (1,038m)

This is Ireland’s highest peak and it is the central peak of the Macgillycuddy's Reeks range in County Kerry. There are three routes that climbers can take however the most popular is the Devil’s Ladder which takes around 4-6 hours depending on fitness. This is quite a challenging climb, if you’re not confident there are many local guides and tours. We think the view at the summit is one of the most rewarding in Ireland. 

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5. Ingleborough, Yorkshire Dales, England (470 metres).

This is probably the easiest climb at 470 metres. The route to the summit start from Clapham and provides an interesting climb & there are stunning views at the top. On a clear day you can see all the way over to Morecambe Bay on England’s West Coast. Ingleborough has fascinated archaeologists for years, most visitors are unaware the rocks at the summit were part of an Iron Age ritual site. This walk takes around 2.5 hours. 

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We hope you have fun exploring! 

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