Menzies Steading offers luxurious self catering accommodation just 2 miles outside of Aberfeldy on Castle Menzies Farm. Situated in a beautiful part of Perthshire, the property is only 75 miles north of Edinburgh and Glasgow, making it an ideal base for exploring Scotland.
This stunning property offers everything needed for a memorable holiday. Spacious throughout and fitted to the highest standards, Menzies Steading combines modern luxury with charming original features.
The living areas are open plan whilst still retaining their own individual spaces. Original stone pillars and wooden beams blend beautifully with contemporary furnishings to create impressive open layouts. On the west side of the property there is a large dining table seating up to 12 guests, perfect for family meals and celebrations. A cosy lounge area with a fitted media unit is located towards the back of the building, while sofas and armchairs surround the stand-alone fireplace, creating a relaxing space to unwind with a coffee.
A further lounge area includes a large 9-seater sofa surrounding the TV unit, with bi-fold doors opening onto a delightful courtyard.
On the east side of the property is a striking kitchen featuring unique touches, including a hidden pantry fitted with brand new equipment. The kitchen also benefits from a fantastic electric cooker and hob, along with a double fridge/freezer and sink unit.
There are five modern en suite bedrooms, three of which include both baths and showers. Each bedroom is individually styled with its own quirky character, providing a superb and comfortable place to stay. The bedrooms comprise three super king rooms which can also be made into twins, an additional super king room and one double room.
Outside guests can relax in the courtyard, complete with outdoor sofas, a dining table with chairs and a gas BBQ. It is the perfect setting for al fresco dining while enjoying the sunshine.
Aberfeldy is situated in the heart of Scotland and is a fantastic base for exploring the surrounding area. Edinburgh and Glasgow are both approximately one and a half hours away by car, while the Highlands can be reached within an hour.
There are plenty of attractions nearby, including the Crannog of Loch Tay, Blair Castle, Castle Menzies, Dewars Whisky Distillery, Highland Adventure Safaris, The Birks Cinema, as well as a swimming pool and gym.
Further attractions to visit include:
For more information, please visit their website.
Rates: From £1950 to £5000 per week depending on season.
Short breaks from £1700.
Maximum of 10 guests.
Children are welcome.
Off street parking.
Wi-Fi/internet access.
Pets are welcome.
Valtos Cottage & Hillside Retreat enjoy an idyllic setting and provide an excellent base for exploring Uig, Bernera and the wider Hebrides. Surrounded by breathtaking coastal scenery and unspoilt landscapes, the properties offer a peaceful escape while remaining perfectly positioned for discovering the islands. Throughout the year, visitors can enjoy a wide variety of activities, including bird watching, hill walking and wildlife spotting, as well as coastal pursuits such as surfing and kitesurfing. Whatever the season, there is always something to experience in this beautiful part of the Hebrides.
Valtos Cottage has been purpose built to an exceptional standard and thoughtfully designed for contemporary comfort. A private driveway provides convenient parking, and a decked seating area overlooks the beach, offering the perfect place to relax and take in the coastal surroundings.
Inside, floor-to-ceiling glass windows maximise the spectacular sea views and flood the open-plan living and dining area with natural light. The spacious interior features oak flooring, solid wood furnishings, a leather corner suite, plasma TV with Freeview and a remote-control electric fire.
The modern kitchen is fully equipped with a breakfast bar, dishwasher, American-style fridge freezer, electric oven and hob, while a microwave and washer/dryer are located in the adjoining utility room. The master bedroom includes a king-size bed with memory foam mattress, fitted furniture and an en-suite bathroom with a large walk-in shower, underfloor heating and heated towel rail. A second king-size bedroom offers equally comfortable accommodation. The main bathroom provides a spa-like experience, complete with a Jacuzzi steam room, sauna and underfloor heating, ensuring a luxurious and relaxing stay.
Hillside Retreat has also been purpose built to a high specification and designed with modern comforts throughout. A private driveway offers convenient parking, while impressive floor-to-ceiling windows capture stunning views across the beach and neighbouring village.
The bright open-plan living and dining area features underfloor-heated tiled flooring, a leather corner suite, solid wood furnishings, a 49” TV with Freeview and Chromecast, a remote-control electric fire and Google Home speakers. The contemporary kitchen is fully equipped with a breakfast bar, dishwasher, fridge freezer, electric oven, hob and microwave, with a washer/dryer in the adjoining utility room.
The master bedroom boasts a king-size memory foam bed and an en-suite with a large walk-in shower and underfloor heating. A second king-size bedroom and a stylish main bathroom with walk-in shower and heated features complete this luxurious coastal retreat.
Valtos is perfectly placed for exploring some of the Isle of Lewis’s most spectacular landscapes and historic landmarks. Nearby attractions include:
Uig Bay with its sweeping sandy beach
The ancient Callanish Stones
Gearrannan Blackhouse Village
The dramatic cliffs and seabird colonies at the Butt of Lewis
These stunning coastal locations offer unforgettable views and memorable sunsets.
For further information, visitors are encouraged to visit the website.
Additional Information:
Rates: From £950 to £1,850 per week, depending on season and property
Maximum occupancy: 4 people
Children welcome
Disabled facilities available by arrangement (please enquire for details)
Pets welcome in Valtos Cottage only (Hillside Retreat is pet-free)
Wi-Fi access available
Off-street parking provided
Sauna available in Valtos Cottage only
Lunga Estate spans over 4,000 acres of breathtaking Scottish countryside on the Craignish Peninsula, near Lochgilphead. Just a short drive from Craobh Haven and over the hill from Ardfern, the estate offers a unique coastal and countryside setting in the heart of Argyll.
The estate is home to a collection of comfortable self-catering cottages and cabins, many of which are located right on the beach. Guests can enjoy stables for horse riding, a private pier for BBQs and watersports, local lochs for fishing and miles of unspoilt walking routes, making Lunga Estate an ideal base for exploring Argyll and the Scottish Highlands.
Dail Cottage is a traditional stone holiday cottage sleeping up to six guests. It offers three double or twin bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen and a cosy living area with an open fire, along with a large family bathroom.
Crowhill Cabin enjoys breathtaking views across the islands of the Inner Hebrides and is nestled among trees high on the hillside. This charming self-catering cabin sleeps up to three guests, with a bright double bedroom and a small single bedroom. The living area and kitchen are well equipped and feature a wood-burning stove, and there is space available for an additional guest bed if required.
One of the estate’s most popular properties, Shore Cottage is a stone cottage located directly on the beach. Sleeping up to four guests in two double or twin bedrooms, it features a large open-plan living space with a well-equipped kitchen, a wood-burning stove and underfloor heating. A spacious bathroom includes both a bath and shower.
Scotts Cabin is a well-insulated, self-catering larch-clad cabin with stunning views over a pond and towards the Gulf of Corryvreckan. Sleeping up to three guests, it offers a double or twin bedroom and a small single bedroom. The cabin includes a compact galley kitchen and living area, with French doors opening onto a small deck.
Foresters Cabin is ideal for couples and is set in the heart of the estate, surrounded by horses. This single-level cabin has no steps, making it suitable for guests with reduced mobility. It features a double or twin bedroom, along with two additional single beds in the living area, often used by guests attending events on the estate, allowing the cabin to sleep up to four guests.
The Oyster and Starfish Lodges are wooden lodges situated directly on the beach, offering spectacular sea views. Warm and cosy, each lodge has two bedrooms sleeping up to four guests in total, along with large decked areas perfect for relaxing while watching boats and wildlife pass by.
Beachcombers is a beachfront cabin located near Craobh Haven. Sleeping up to four guests, it offers two spacious double or twin bedrooms, one with an en-suite bathroom, plus an additional bathroom. The large open-plan living area includes a dining kitchen and comfortable seating around a substantial wood-burning stove.
All beds across the estate are fitted with electric blankets and are fully made up with linen and towels. Wi-Fi is available in most cabins and cottages, with good mobile phone signal in other areas, and free Wi-Fi is also available outside the estate office.
The surrounding area offers a wide range of attractions and activities suitable for all ages. Nearby places to visit include Arduaine Gardens, Carnasserie Castle, Kilmartin House Museum, sea boat trips from Ardfern and Craobh, Seafari Adventures and the Knapdale Beaver Project.
For more information, please visit the website.
Rates: From £390 to £1,092 per week, depending on season and unit.
Maximum occupancy: 6 guests.
Children are welcome.
Pets are welcome.
Off-street parking available.
Electric vehicle charger coming in March.
Oban is approximately 22 miles away.
Link House Farm offers a superb collection of award-winning self-catering holiday accommodation in the village of Newton-by-the-Sea on Northumberland’s stunning coastline. Located just a stone’s throw from the golden sandy beaches of Low Newton, the cottages and lodges provide an ideal base for exploring this diverse and beautiful region.
The site offers 24 beautifully furnished self-catering properties available throughout the year. Accommodation ranges from traditional farm cottages full of character to contemporary-style lodges, ensuring there is a property to suit a wide variety of tastes and requirements.
The cottages accommodate varying group sizes, with the smallest sleeping two guests and the largest sleeping up to eight. All lodges sleep four guests and are designed to provide a high level of comfort. Situated just beyond the sand dunes of Beadnell Bay, the lodges benefit from direct beach access via a nearby path. The spacious open-plan ground floor opens out onto a private decking area, creating a perfect space for relaxing in the afternoon or evening sun while enjoying views across the surrounding countryside.
Within the private complex, a dedicated children’s play area allows younger guests to enjoy swings, slides and climbing frames in a safe environment.
Newton-by-the-Sea is ideally positioned on Northumberland’s breathtaking coastline, midway between Newcastle upon Tyne and Berwick-upon-Tweed. The area is rich in history and natural beauty, with numerous castles, medieval towns and charming villages nearby, including Bamburgh, Dunstanburgh and Alnwick. The Northumberland National Park is also close by and is home to the rolling Cheviot Hills, which stretch from Carter Bar on the Scottish border to Yetholm Mains, offering landscapes of heather moorland, quiet forests and secluded valleys.
Further details on all award-winning properties are available via the Link House Farm website.
Rates range from £250 to £2,800 per week depending on property and season.
Maximum occupancy is eight guests.
Children and pets are welcome.
Off-street parking and Wi-Fi access are provided.
4-Star Visit England Gold Award.
Glingerbank is a luxurious Edwardian house in Cumbria, offering an elegant home-from-home for groups of up to 26 guests. Set within beautifully maintained grounds, it provides an exceptional setting for spending quality time with friends and family. Peacefully located away from the bustle of city life, the house is nevertheless within easy driving distance of Longtown, Gretna Green and Carlisle.
The house has been fully refurbished to a high standard, ensuring guests have everything needed for a relaxing and enjoyable break. From the moment of arrival, Glingerbank offers a warm and welcoming atmosphere, with a spacious entrance hall featuring an open fire that is particularly inviting during the winter months.
With 13 bedrooms, 13 bathrooms, six reception rooms and a dedicated games room, there is ample space for guests to relax, unwind and socialise in comfort. Dogs are welcome, allowing the whole family to enjoy the stay together.
All reception rooms are located on the ground floor, and a lift provides access to the second floor for guests who require it. A disabled toilet is currently under construction on the ground floor.
Ground floor accommodation includes:
Sitting room with open log fire
Oak Room with grand piano, widescreen Smart TV and DVD player
Dining room seating up to 30 guests
Study with widescreen TV and DVD player
Well-equipped kitchen with Rangemaster electric range cooker and generous preparation and storage space
Scullery with sink, two dishwashers, larder fridge, upright freezer and microwave
Pantry with larder fridge, washing machine, sink and tumble dryer
With 13 bedrooms to choose from, Glingerbank offers a variety of layouts to suit different groups. The majority of bedrooms are located on the first floor, with one attic room. Bedroom arrangements are as follows:
Bedroom 1: Twin beds with adjacent shower room
Bedroom 2: Super king double bed with en-suite shower room
Bedroom 3: Super king double bed with en-suite bath and shower
Bedroom 4: Super king double bed with en-suite bath and shower
Bedroom 5: Super king double bed with en-suite bath and shower
Bedroom 6: Twin beds with adjacent bath and shower
Bedroom 7: Twin beds with en-suite bath and shower
Bedroom 8: Twin beds with en-suite shower room
Bedroom 9: Super king double bed with en-suite bath and shower
Bedroom 10: Twin beds with en-suite shower room
Bedroom 11: Twin beds with adjacent bath and shower
Bedroom 12: Twin beds with en-suite shower room
Attic bedroom: Super king double bed with en-suite bath and shower
One of the most popular areas of the house is the ground-floor games room, which features a full-size snooker table, table football, a fireplace and a wall-mounted widescreen TV.
During the summer months, the outdoor space truly comes into its own. Guests can relax in the hot tub, enjoy a barbecue, or make the most of the extensive grounds with activities including tennis, croquet, badminton and boules. The property offers plenty of space for families and friends to enjoy time together, with multiple reception rooms allowing guests to read, relax, watch TV, play games or listen to music without feeling crowded.
Glingerbank is ideally located for exploring a wide range of attractions across Cumbria and the nearby Scottish Borders. Popular nearby destinations include:
Gretna Green
The Devil’s Porridge Museum
King Robert the Bruce’s Cave
Stead McAlpin
Hadrian’s Wall
Carlisle Castle
The Solway Coast
Maximum occupancy: 30 guests
Children welcome
Pets welcome
Wi-Fi internet access
Off-street parking
Swimming pool
Open fire and log burner
5-Star Visit England rating
