Excellence Luxury Villas · Scotland
Luxury Holiday Rentals in Scotland
Castles, shooting lodges and manor houses among lochs and mountains, from Perthshire to the Isle of Skye
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Lochs, glens and a house with a fire
Scotland offers something the Mediterranean cannot: castles and shooting lodges set in their own estates, lochs and mountains on the doorstep, whisky distilleries down the road and the kind of empty landscapes that seem to go on forever. It is ideal for large family gatherings, celebrations and groups of friends who want to walk, fish, play golf or simply sit by the fire.
Our Scotland collection runs to 410+ properties, from castles and manor houses for large groups to lodges, cottages and townhouses in Edinburgh.
Here is where to stay and what to do.
Scotland at a glance
- Properties
- 410+ houses, lodges and castles, with up to 24 bedrooms
- Guide prices
- Typically £2,500 to £6,200 a week, from around £1,800
- Best areas
- The Highlands, Argyll and Bute, Perthshire, the Isle of Skye and Edinburgh
- Best time
- May to September for long days; August for the Edinburgh festivals; autumn for colour
- Airports
- Edinburgh, Glasgow, Inverness and Aberdeen
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Villa numbers and guide prices are updated daily from our live collection.
Edinburgh Hill Penthouse United Kingdom4 bedrooms
House Fyvie Aberdeenshire: Luxury 12-Bedroom Apartment for Ski Chalet Rentals – Aberdeenshire12 bedrooms
House Benachie Inverurie: 10-Bedroom Luxury Manor with Outdoor Kitchen – Aberdeenshire10 bedrooms
Blair House United Kingdom18 bedroomsWhere to stay in Scotland
The Highlands and Skye for mountains and lochs, Argyll for sea lochs and islands, Perthshire for forests, castles and golf, and Edinburgh for a capital with a castle on a rock.
Mountains, lochs and the end of the road
The Highlands cover most of northern Scotland, from Loch Ness and the Cairngorms to the wild west coast and the North Coast 500 driving route. The Isle of Skye, reached by bridge, has the Cuillin mountains, the Old Man of Storr and some of the most dramatic scenery in Britain.
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Sea lochs, islands and seafood
Argyll is a land of sea lochs, castles and islands, with Oban, the gateway to Mull and Iona, known for its seafood. Inveraray Castle, Loch Fyne oysters and boat trips to see seals and whales are among the pleasures of a stay.
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Big Tree Country and Gleneagles
Perthshire, known as Big Tree Country for its forests, has castles, salmon rivers, the Gleneagles estate and some of Scotland's prettiest towns, including Pitlochry and Dunkeld. It is within easy reach of Edinburgh and Glasgow and close to St Andrews, the home of golf.
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Festivals, whisky and long summer evenings
Edinburgh's Old and New Towns are a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and every August the city hosts the International Festival and the Fringe. Summer days are long, autumn brings colour and the stalking season, and winter means log fires and Hogmanay. Our concierge can arrange private chefs, ghillies for fishing, stalking, golf, distillery visits and transfers.
Ask our conciergeFeatured properties in Scotland
Manor Heatherstone Birnie Elgin: 20-Bedroom Historic Country Estate Rental – Scotland20 bedrooms · sleeps 38From £33,862 a week
House Gordonstoun Elgin: Historic 20-Bedroom Manor House with Private Beach Access in Moray Countryside Scotland20 bedrooms · sleeps 38From £33,075 a week
Manor Schiehallion Dundee: Expansive 20-Bedroom House with Lake Views – Dundee20 bedrooms · sleeps 40From £30,492 a week
Manor Glen Kirkcudbright: 11-Bedroom Luxury Manor with Sauna – The Stewartry of Kirkcudbright11 bedrooms · sleeps 24From £28,728 a week
Averon Castle | 9-Bedroom Chateau with Hot Tub in Alness9 bedrooms · sleeps 22From £27,930 a week
Caledonian Lodge | 7-Bedroom Manor with Spa in Ardgay Scotland7 bedrooms · sleeps 14From £27,397 a week
Scots Palace United Kingdom14 bedrooms · sleeps 28From £26,031 a week
House Morven Caithness: Luxury 9-Bedroom Apartment with Seaviews – Highland9 bedrooms · sleeps 16From £23,667 a weekWhy book your house in Scotland with Excellence Luxury Villas
The right house, not the nearest one
Scotland's houses vary from castles to cottages, and we know which are remote, which are easy to reach and which suit a celebration. With 410+ properties in Scotland, we can usually find the house that suits you rather than the one that happens to be free. Search by size, pool, location and price, or tell us what you have in mind and we will put together a shortlist.
Book direct
You book with us directly, with no booking fees. Questions about access roads, pool heating or how far it really is to the nearest beach go to people who can find out the answer.
A concierge who knows the territory
Private chefs, ghillies for salmon fishing, deer stalking, golf at St Andrews and Gleneagles, distillery visits and transfers. Our concierge team arranges all of it, leaving you free to decide which terrace to sit on.
A house for every kind of party
Couples, families with small children, three generations together or a crowd of friends celebrating a birthday: we match the house to the group, down to the number of bathrooms and whether the pool is fenced.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there castles to rent in Scotland?
Yes. Our Scotland collection includes castles, manor houses and shooting lodges, many on private estates, suited to large groups and celebrations.
When is the best time to visit Scotland?
May to September brings long days and the best chance of good weather. August is festival month in Edinburgh, and autumn brings colour and the stalking season.
Can you arrange fishing, stalking and golf?
Yes. Our concierge can arrange salmon and trout fishing with ghillies, deer stalking in season, golf at St Andrews and Gleneagles, and distillery visits.
Can you arrange a private chef at a house in Scotland?
Yes. Our concierge can arrange a private chef for a single dinner or your whole stay, along with cookery lessons, guided visits, transfers and restaurant reservations.
How much does a luxury propertie in Scotland cost?
Across our 410+ properties in Scotland, weekly rates typically range from £2,500 to £6,200, with the most affordable from around £1,800 a week and the largest estates well above. Prices depend on the size of the property, its location and the season, with July and August the most expensive. These are guide prices based on current listings; each property page shows its own rates for your dates.
Which airport is best for the Highlands?
Inverness airport is closest to the Highlands, with Edinburgh and Glasgow also within a few hours' drive of most areas.
Are there houses in Scotland for large groups?
Yes. Our Scotland collection includes houses with up to 24 bedrooms. Tell us the size of your party and the occasion, and we will send a shortlist of houses that suit it.
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