Cottages in Central Scotland

Loch Lomond, the Trossachs, Perthshire and Stirling, within easy reach of Glasgow and Edinburgh

Hand-picked cottages in Central Scotland, from island apartments on Loch Lomond and estate cottages on the edge of the Trossachs to riverside stays in Perthshire. Most are within easy reach of Glasgow and Edinburgh, and you book direct with the owner, with no booking fees.

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From £180 a night

The Ferry Cottage

Aberfeldy, Perthshire

A traditional stone cottage on the banks of the River Tay near Aberfeldy, with four acres of enclosed garden, free trout fishing, an open fire and a roll-top bath.

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 4 Guests
From £350 a night

Lochside House and Apartment

Aberfoyle, Loch Lomond & The Trossachs

A stone house and a separate apartment, built in 1900, on the shores of Loch Katrine in the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park.

  • 8 Bedrooms
  • 16 Guests
From £198 a night

Greengairs Highland Bothies

Blairgowrie, Perthshire

Five-star eco lodges for two on the Cateran Trail, each with a private wood-fired hot tub, no light pollution and views over the valley.

  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 2 Guests
From £210 a night

The Lodge, Inchmurrin Island

Inchmurrin, Loch Lomond & The Trossachs

A three-bedroom lodge on Inchmurrin Island on Loch Lomond, reached by private passenger ferry, with island walks, beaches and a summer restaurant.

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 6 Guests
From £210 a night

Piper’s Cottage, Craigton Cottages

Craigton, Argyll & Bute

A traditional cottage for six in the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park, easy to reach from Edinburgh and Glasgow.

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 6 Guests
From £125 a night

Balloch Apartment Inchmurrin Island

Inchmurrin, Loch Lomond & The Trossachs

An apartment on Inchmurrin, Loch Lomond's largest island, reached by a private passenger ferry.

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 4 Guests
From £150 a night

Birch Cottage at Finnich Estate

Drymen, Loch Lomond & The Trossachs

One of four cottages in a 19th-century red sandstone steading on the private Finnich Estate, on the edge of Loch Lomond National Park.

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 4 Guests
From £125 a night

Balmaha Apartment, Inchmurrin Island

Inchmurrin, Loch Lomond & The Trossachs

A two-bedroom apartment on privately owned Inchmurrin Island, with a passenger ferry across Loch Lomond, the ruins of Lennox Castle and an island restaurant and bar in summer.

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 4 Guests
Special offer
From £200 a night

Railway Cottage Killin Junction

Killin, Loch Lomond & The Trossachs

The restored stationmaster's cottage and bothy at the old Killin Junction station, in the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park with views over Glen Dochart.

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 4 Guests
From £150 a night

Oak Cottage Finnich Estates

Drymen, Loch Lomond & The Trossachs

One of four cottages in a 19th-century red sandstone steading on the private Finnich Estate, on the edge of Loch Lomond National Park.

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 4 Guests
From £250 a night

The Gardener’s Cottage

Dunblane, Stirling & Forth Valley

A renovated former gatehouse in peaceful gardens near Dunblane, with a log-burning stove and private parking for two cars.

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 4 Guests
From £125 a night

Boturich Apartment, Inchmurrin Island

Inchmurrin, Loch Lomond & The Trossachs

A two-bedroom apartment on Inchmurrin Island on Loch Lomond, reached by passenger ferry, with island walks, beaches and woodland to explore.

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 4 Guests
From £140 a night

Quarry Cottage, Craigton Cottages

Craigton, Argyll & Bute

A traditional two-bedroom cottage for four in the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park, with munros, cycling and watersports nearby.

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 4 Guests
From £280 a night

Cruach Dubh Cottage, Craigton Cottages

Craigton, Argyll & Bute

A four-bedroom house for eight in the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park, easy to reach from Edinburgh and Glasgow.

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 8 Guests
From £280 a night

The Ben, Inchmurrin Island

Inchmurrin, Loch Lomond & The Trossachs

A house for eight on Inchmurrin, Loch Lomond's largest island, reached by private passenger ferry.

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 8 Guests
From £150 a night

Sycamore at Finnich Estate

Drymen, Loch Lomond & The Trossachs

A cottage for two in the restored sandstone steading on the Finnich Estate, with views over 13 miles of countryside to Ben Lomond and estate tracks to walk.

  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 2 Guests
From £125 a night

Rowan Cottage Finnich Estates

Drymen, Loch Lomond & The Trossachs

A one-bedroom cottage for two in a 19th-century red sandstone steading on the Finnich Estate, with views across 13 miles of countryside to Ben Lomond.

  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 2 Guests

Holiday cottages in Central Scotland

Central Scotland is where the Highlands begin: lochs, hills and forests, close enough to Glasgow and Edinburgh for a short break, with plenty to fill a longer one.

Where to stay

Loch Lomond and the Trossachs is Scotland's first national park, with island stays on Loch Lomond and estate cottages looking towards Ben Lomond. Perthshire has riverside cottages on the Tay and eco lodges on the Cateran Trail. Around Stirling and the Forth Valley, you're well placed for castles and day trips in every direction.

Questions and answers

Where can I stay near Loch Lomond?

You can stay on the loch itself, on Inchmurrin, Loch Lomond's largest island, reached by private ferry, in places like The Ben, which sleeps 8. On the edge of the national park, the cottages on the Finnich Estate near Drymen, such as Birch Cottage, look across the countryside to Ben Lomond.

Are there cottages within easy reach of Glasgow or Edinburgh?

Yes. The Finnich Estate cottages near Drymen are about 15 miles from Glasgow, and The Gardener's Cottage near Dunblane is a handy base for both Glasgow and Edinburgh.

Are there holiday homes in Central Scotland for large groups?

Lochside House and Apartment on the shores of Loch Katrine sleeps up to 16. On Inchmurrin Island, the apartments, lodge and houses can be booked together for larger parties.

Where can I stay in Perthshire?

The Ferry Cottage is a stone cottage on the banks of the River Tay near Aberfeldy, with free trout fishing and an open fire. Near Blairgowrie, Greengairs Highland Bothies are eco lodges for two on the Cateran Trail, each with a private wood-fired hot tub.

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