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Enjoying an idyllic rural setting close to the picturesque Scottish town of Kirriemuir in Angus, is this stylish holiday home, Glen Cruick. Its commitment to creating great food and drink is visible across the coastline and islands – and it’s not just in the drinks it produces. Situated in the heart of the countryside, on the outskirts of Drumlanrig Estate, Marr Cottage is ideal for those looking for an idyllic retreat. Ideal for a special occasion with family or friends, these cabins provide an idyllic setting for a luxurious break – with a little ‘wow’ factor thrown in.

If you plan to spend Hogmanay in Scotland then Stonehaven’s famous Hogmanay celebrations is well worth experiencing. He willexplain the properties of the herbs used in the gin and why they change colour when you add tonic water! Nestled into the remote countryside of Newton, near Lochmaddy, North Uist, this family holiday cottage surrounds itself with beautiful scenery, perfect for those wishing to explore the landscape through hiking, cycling and wild-swimming. Some of the secret places in Britain most worth visiting are hidden in Scotland, so check out these 27 attractions, experiences and hidden gems in Scotland.Explore Highland has a range of off-the-beaten-track paddlesport adventures, including an open canoeing expedition down the Spey from source to sea, wild camping on the bank each night. Marvel at the stunning French design ofDunrobin Castle, one of Britain’s oldest continuously inhabited houses and the largest castle in the northern Highlands with 189 rooms. Coral Beach (or Coral Beaches) is situated in the north of the Isle of Skye by the small crofting community of Claigan, which is a few miles along a single track lanefrom the village of Dunvegan. Morning visit to a specialist rare and native breed farm for a wonderful tour of their land, accompanied by one of their Shetland ponies to provide delicious refreshments.

Whether you’re here on an outdoor mission, a city break, a family holiday or a cultural getaway, you’ll find somewhere that has one boot planted in the traditions of the past and the other fixed firmly in the present. We will be met by our guide Scot who will take us on an exciting exploration of this most beautiful and magical of glens. They’re perfect for anything from extended family get-togethers to small weddings or even corporate team-building weekends! Hey, usually these blogs are a bit repetitive and the 'hidden' or 'secret' places they reveal are pretty obvious but this is a really great resource! Eagle-eyed visitors will recognise the rolling hills from James Bond’s ‘To Russia, With Love’ and the blockbuster ‘Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom’, as well as getting name-checked in the Wings’ track ‘Mull of Kintyre’.Some of our partners may process your data as a part of their legitimate business interest without asking for consent. VisitScotland excludes all liability for loss or damage caused by any reliance placed on the Content. If viewed from the mainland, the best spot is from the grassy banks near the Isles of Glencoe hotel. After breakfast we make our way North towards the Highlands to visit some of the tallest native trees in Scotland and spectacular waterfalls.

Ellary Cottage is in an amazing location, off the beaten track location surrounded by beautiful countryside, lochs and wildlife to explore. Scotland’s last true wilderness the Isle of Jura is known the world over for their Jura Scotch Whiskey. It is said his heart was thrown at an enemy in battle, recovered and hidden for many years before it was rediscovered and buried at Melrose Abbey. Inverallan House is an impressive property dating from the 18th century and is situated in private grounds beside the River Spey on the edge of Grantown-on-Spey in the Cairngorms National Park.The informational displays inside the house tell the fascinating story of the Livingston family- they are not to be missed! We will then have a tour around the gardens with the owner, who will explain how using the organic herbs grown there has fined tuned their award winning gins. Along the way there’s the chance to bag two of Knoydart’s three Munros (Scottish mountains over 3,000ft): Ladhar Bheinn – after walking the Aonach Sgoilte ridge on the second day – and Mealle Buidhe. This small but perfectly formed Isle is home to a number of endangered and protected bird species and comes alive with the sounds of Puffins during mating season.

Enjoying a picturesque rural setting in the Trotternish Peninsula of the Isle of Skye is Talla Hope, a detached holiday accommodation, formerly a church. With more travellers craving off-grid isolation, architect-designed huts are springing up in remote locations. You can opt for a contemporary luxury log cabin, something a bit more rustic, a remote romantic hideaway, or even an environmentally responsible eco-cabin. This three bedroom home has been furnished and completed to a high standard in coastal tones of blue and grey.Log cabins are available in locations across the country, so whether you fancy being close to a loch or surrounded by forests, you’ll be able to find just the setting you’re looking for.