Known for its vast national parks, miles of rolling hills, heathlands and some of the largest lakes in the country, choosing to stay in one of these cottages in South Scotland gives you and your guests the chance to enjoy the very best of the Scottish countryside.
Why Holiday Cottages in South Scotland?
Nestled on the border with England and steeped in a rich history, the South of Scotland serves as the gateway to the country and is known for being one of the most visited regions when it comes to staycations. Perfect for a countryside escape, these cottages in South Scotland have everything you need to make your next holiday a truly memorable occasion.
You’ll also be no more than a short drive away from some of the region’s best towns, villages and natural wonders. So, whether you’re planning on doing lots of hiking, taking part in watersports or exploring the region’s vast history, you can do it all from these holiday cottages in South Scotland!
For plenty of ideas on what to get up to here, have a browse of our Scotland Travel Guide »
Places to visit from Cottages in South Scotland
With so much to explore across this vast region, there’s really no limit as to what you can get up to during your stay at one of these South Scotland cottages. Visit Dumfries and Galloway, home to the gigantic Galloway Forest Park, here you’ll also find tonnes of wonderfully secluded beaches waiting for you to explore along the coast. Home to historic and bustling towns like Castle Douglas and Kirkcudbright, here you can also hop on a ferry over to Belfast from Cairnryan, which takes just over two hours.
On the other hand, the Scottish Borders is a fantastic place to visit from these holiday cottages in South Scotland. Also known for its rich history, this region is known for being home to some of the most popular towns in the country, such as Glentress, Coldstream and Eyemouth. When it comes to planning your day trips and adventures, we’d highly recommend visiting places like the Grey Mares Tail Nature Reserve and one of the many impressive castles in the region like Floors Castle and Norham Castle.
Alternatively, the coastal county of Ayrshire is also a fun location to visit during your South Scotland holiday. Forming a large part of the West Coast of Scotland, this historic county is best known for the county town of Ayr, found right on the coastline. Here, you’ll find the bustling Ayr Beach and unique landmarks like the Wallace Tower, whereas outside the town in places like Mauchline, you’ll find some fantastic attractions like the Burns House Museum... all of which are well worth checking out.
Other Popular Destinations near Cottages in South Scotland:
Gatehouse of Fleet
Isle of Whithorn
Newton Stewart
Portpatrick
Stranraer
Types of Scotland Holidays
As well as this vast collection of South Scotland cottages, there’s still loads of other properties to explore if you’re still trying to find the perfect place to stay – This includes coastal cottages in Scotland, country cottages in Scotland, cottages on farms in Scotland and large Scotland cottages.
Fancy something extra special? Then check out these luxury Scotland cottages, Scottish cottages with hot tubs, glamping breaks in Scotland and these romantic breaks in Scotland. If you still haven’t found your perfect getaway then don’t fret as there are still dog-friendly cottages in Scotland, lodges and log cabins in Scotland, accommodation on holiday parks in Scotland , short breaks in Scotland and last-minute Scotland holidays.
There are also plenty of other Scottish holiday cottages to choose from.