On the Map

On the Map: Stay Amongst the Wild Beauty of the Scottish Highlands

25 January 2021
Cottage with a turfed roof and wooden panels on the outer walls next to a Loch

“My heart’s in the Highlands, wherever I go,” wrote Robert Burns, Scotland’s ‘National Bard’ back in 1789.  

Steeped in myth and legend, the Scottish Highlands lend themselves pleasingly well to verse, which is why the tradition of celebrating Burns Night has only grown stronger as the years have passed!

We know that Burns Night celebrations are going to be very different in 2021. But you can still pay tribute in style, by browsing our list of some of the most awe-inspiring Highland retreats, and planning a well-deserved trip to immerse yourselves in that unique Scottish culture.
Author: Nina Jervis
Main image: Conch Cottage

The Stonehouses

Ullapool, The Highlands, Scotland
Modern luxury, exceptional design and views to die for await at The Stonehouses - two truly unique holiday homes in the magnificent North West Highlands of Scotland.
Bedrooms: 2 per property
Sleeps: 3-4 per property
From
£255 / night

Knoydart Hide

Inverie, The Highlands, Scotland
Take romantic luxury to new heights with an award-winning hideaway for two with hot tub and sauna, built for indulgence and blissfully secluded in the Scottish Highlands.
Bedrooms: 1
Sleeps: 2
From
£200 / night

AirShip 2

Drimnin, The Highlands, Scotland
View the Scottish Highlands at their most breathtaking, from the romantic comfort of a deliciously secluded, architect-designed pod.
Bedrooms: 1
Sleeps: 2
From
£160 / night

Cruinn Leum Round House

Toscaig, The Highlands, Scotland
A light-flooded creative retreat with untamed rural views, blissfully secluded in a remote, semi-wild Scottish Highlands village.
Bedrooms: 1
Sleeps: 2
From
£425/week

RiverBeds Luxury Wee Lodges

Ballachulish, The Highlands, Scotland
Luxury Wee Lodges, complete with bubbling private hot tub, nestled at the entrance to the mighty Glencoe Valley.
Bedrooms: 1 per lodge
Sleeps: 2 per lodge
From
£198 / night

SeaBeds Luxury Lookout Lodges

Ballachulish, The Highlands, Scotland
A luxury, design-led ‘lookout' for couples and families, with an infinity hot tub and sweeping sea-and-mountain views of the Scottish Highlands.
Bedrooms: 1 Bedroom
Sleeps: 2 (+2)
From
£275 / night

Pilot House

Drimnin, The Highlands, Scotland
A unique aluminium cabin for two, architect designed and perfectly set in the remote Scottish Highlands, for spectacular views over the Sound of Mull.
Bedrooms: 1
Sleeps: 2
From
£160 / night

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