Scotland

A wonderful drive over the mountains to the wild side of Skye with its moody lochs, heather-covered hills and this restaurant with rooms

Spacious bolthole for two with long sea views: explore the wilds of the Scottish Isles, watch plenty of wildlife from big windows

Lovely steading conversion above Loch Flleet with views to the sea; fish, bird-watch or play golf, visit historic castles and whisky distilleries

Popular with families, this Glen of Rannoch mountain-view cottage with a homely atmosphere is a cheerful place to stay year-round

Escape to the farm, deep in the Pentland Hills for walking, cycling and nature-watching from a very warm and comfortable base camp

200 acres to explore with donkeys, hens, cats, dogs - children will love it as much as you. Play golf, sail, cycle - wonderfully informal

Swish Victorian house for friends or families in a village in the Cairngorms; come here for winter sports or walking, return to much comfort

With magical views of the Firth of Clyde, a fairytale castle for a party of 8, oozing comfort, luxury and baronial chic

Good old-fashioned hospitality in a quiet Highlands cottage ringed by roses and roe deer. Forest and coastal walks, shortbread and tea

Welcome to an immaculate house on the Isle of Skye. Relax in the sauna, relish the hamper, linger over the barbecue with a fabulous view

The road hugs the rocky coast with glorious views to the Mull of Kintyre… to 3 fishing village cottages where ultra-modern comforts abound

Come for history, wildlife and a stunning garden estate with acres to roam. Bring children and dogs too. Fabulous

Country-house comfort with delicious breakfasts. Great walks from the door and beaches are a short drive. Scotland at its traditional best

What do you do with a down-at-heel roadside inn? You get Mhor to come and turn it into a quirky base with their funky style and lovely food

This friendly, Scottish island B&B has the Atlantic at the end of the garden and air so clean the lichen grows like beards from the trees

A homespun inn with irresistible prices in a tiny village deep in the country - the river Tweed is close, fishing can be arranged

Fresh, inviting bedrooms with leafy garden views and a pretty church next door. Moffat's spectacular Grey Mare's Tail waterfall nearby

Immaculate b&b at an eco-friendly farm. Colourful garden with pond, boules, and an African style gazebo - perfect for an evening drink.