Scottish Seaside Holiday Cottages: Properties to Rent by the Sea in Scotland

Please find below a selection of holiday cottages to rent in Scotland by the coast. Cottages on the beach, harbour-side cottages, cottages in quaint fishing villages, lochside cottages, seaside cottages, cottages with beautiful sea views: all are within easy distance of the beach, loch, cliff, harbour or sea. Simply click on the name of the cottage for more details.

Many properties have virtual tours: all have on-line availability, rates and booking facilities. You can also book by phone on  0845 268 1307 (the phone-line is open Mon - Fri  9am-7pm, Sat 9am-5.30pm, Sun 10am-5pm) - please quote the cottage code. Please call 0044 1282 845 994 if calling from outside the UK.

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Sleeps 2	Loch End Cottage  APPLECROSS, WESTER ROSS Cottage Code SZG Cosy, secluded cottage for two with stunning views across the Sound to the islands of Raasay, Rona and Skye beyond.. Only half a mile from sandy beach and hotel serving food at Applecross.... more details / photos / book on-line
Sleeps 2	The Old Post Office  KINGAIRLOCH Cottage Code URU Set against a stunning backdrop of mountains, on the shore of Loch Linnhe, these traditional Highland cottages occupy a wonderfully secluded setting amidst 14,000 acres of remote highland sporting estate... more details / photos / book on-line
Sleeps 2	Tigh An Uillt  ISLE OF LISMORE, ARGYLL Cottage Code UPW Cosy and comfortable, this little cottage nestles in a quiet charming township, in a lovely landscape close to the sea. Surrounded by open countryside, it has its own sitting-out area by a little burn. more details / photos / book on-line
Sleeps 2	Otter Cottage  CAMPBELTOWN, ARGYLL Cottage Code SEE In a superb, secluded location by the sea on a 160-acre private island, these three unique cottages enjoy stunning views. Otter and Island Cottages are an adjoining pair of cosy and spacious lighthouse keepers' cottages... more details / photos / book on-line
Sleeps 2	The Lookout  CAMPBELTOWN, ARGYLL Cottage Code UMG The Lookout is a former wartime lookout post situated 100 yards away from the lighthouse enclosure. This cottage has an extra sitting-room and sun terrace, formed from the original lookout, with superb long-distance views... more details / photos / book on-line
Sleeps 4	Fleet Cottage  ISLE OF SKYE Cottage Code UVA Set just feet away from the lapping shores of Loch Portree, this traditional crofter's cottage dates from 1850 and enjoys wonderful views across the bay to the Cuillin mountains. Just 5-minutes' walk from Portree town centre... more details / photos / book on-line
Sleeps 4	Beach Bay Cottage  ISLE OF LEWIS Cottage Code SRRM Beach Bay Cottage is nestled on the edge of the unspoilt white sands of Uig Bay. A stunning natural stone and turf roofed single-storey detached cottage built into the hillside reflecting an ancient neolithic design with breathtaking beach views... more details / photos / book on-line
Sleeps 4	St Enodoc ULLAPOOL, HIGHLANDS Cottage Code UQR Exuding great charm and character, this traditional holiday cottage is set within the bustling town of Ullapool, on the shores of Loch Broom... more details / photos / book on-line
Sleeps 4	Cruary  APPLECROSS, WESTER ROSS Cottage Code SRJ Enjoying a superb, secluded setting with outstanding bay views, this sympathetically extended, 18th-century shepherd’s cottage is set next to 2 miles of golden sand; a turquoise blue sea... more details / photos / book on-line
Sleeps 4	Tigh An Roinn  PLOCKTON, HIGHLANDS Cottage Code SGF From its lochside setting in the pretty National Trust village of Plockton. Comfortable listed cottage with lochside setting on Plockton's old pier at the edge of Loch Carron. Convenient for the village's shops, inns and seafood restaurants. more details / photos / book on-line
Sleeps 4	Elastic Cottage  KINGAIRLOCH Cottage Code URT Elastic Cottage and The Old Post Office have been beautifully renovated in their own surroundings, each maintaining its own distinctive character, with splendid rustic features and original furnishings combining to create the perfect romantic retreat. more details / photos / book on-line
Sleeps 4	Island Cottage  CAMPBELTOWN, ARGYLL Cottage Code SED Otter and Island Cottages are an adjoining pair of cosy and spacious lighthouse keepers' cottages, while The Lookout is a former wartime lookout post situated 100 yards away. more details / photos / book on-line
Sleeps 4	Sea Spray  PITTENWEEM, FIFE Cottage Code UYD Apartment set within a 17th-century Grade A listed building, part of the NTS's Little Houses scheme, and one of the oldest houses in this charming and lively fishing village.... more details / photos / book on-line
Sleeps 4-5	The Old School House  BY APPLECROSS, WESTER ROSS Cottage Code STN Secluded and spacious cottage with walled garden, enjoying a position on the seashore with spectacular views towards the islands of Raasay, Rona and Skye... more details / photos / book on-line
Sleeps 4-5	Garden Cottage  APPIN, ARGYLL Cottage Code UHS Situated mid-way between Oban and Fort William, these two 19th-century properties enjoy spectacular views over Loch Linnhe. Located just half a mile from a shingle beach with riding and a boat hire centre (run by the owner). Shared use of games barn. more details / photos / book on-line
You can also book by phone - call 0845 268 1307 (unless stated otherwise) quoting the cottage code. Please call 0044 1282 845 994 if calling from outside the UK. Craig Ben Lodge, Isle of Mull, sleeps 9, cottage code UAK If you have specific dates in mind, search by availability for your holiday cottage
Sleeps 4-5	Springburn Cottage  STRACHUR, ARGYLL Cottage Code UNC Built in 1898, Springburn enjoys an interesting history - George Bernard Shaw stayed here. With wonderful views, the cottage is just 100yards from Loch Fyne's beach. more details / photos / book on-line
Sleeps 5	Clachan  TORRIDON, WESTER ROSS Cottage Code UKM In an outstanding elevated position on the shores of Upper Loch Torridon, this traditional croft house with its own garden commands wonderful views – to the front is the loch with the mountains beyond... more details / photos / book on-line
Sleeps 5	Bruaich Cottage  LOCHCARRON, ROSS-SHIRE Cottage Code USW Charming traditional croft house in the heart of Lochcarron, one of the prettiest villages in the Western Highlands. Nine-hole golf locally (contact the owners for details). Good pubs, with frequent live music, in the village. more details / photos / book on-line
Sleeps 5	The Coach House  APPIN, ARGYLL Cottage Code UKS Superbly situated in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, mid-way between Oban and Fort William, these two delightful 19th-century properties each enjoy spectacular, far-reaching views over Loch Linnhe... more details / photos / book on-line
Sleeps 6	South Bay Cottage  ISLE OF SKYE Cottage Code SHC In a superb position towards the southern end of Skye, this completely modernised 150-year-old cottage stands on the sea shore overlooking the Sound of Sleat, at a point highlighted as an outstanding viewpoint... more details / photos / book on-line
Sleeps 6	Old Mill Cottage  ISLE OF SKYE Cottage Code S97 Nestling in its own pretty garden, with stunning views over Uig Bay, this detached cottage offers an idyllic holiday location. Furnished and equipped throughout to a high standard with all bedrooms having sea views... more details / photos / book on-line
Sleeps 6	Sannachan  PLOCKTON, INVERNESS-SHIRE Cottage Code SGM Traditional stone cottage in the heart of the National Trust village of Plockton overlooking the harbour with hillside garden to the rear and lochside garden across the road. more details / photos / book on-line
Sleeps 6	Point Steadings  ISLE OF LISMORE, ARGYLL Cottage Code UQD Converted steading idyllically set on the beautiful island of Lismore, just 100 yards from the passenger ferry slipway, giving easy access to the mainland with a 10minute crossing time more details / photos / book on-line
Sleeps 6-8	Harbour House  CRINAN, LOCHGILPHEAD, ARGYLL Cottage Code UEJ With magnificent views across the Sound of Jura, Scarba and Mull, this listed building, dating from 1815, stands at the water's edge in a sheltered peaceful bay known as Crinan Harbour. more details / photos / book on-line
Sleeps 8	Sanctuary Cottage  BY APPLECROSS, WESTER ROSS Cottage Code UQH With superb views across the Inner Sound to the Inner Hebridean Islands of Raasay, Rona and Skye, this 19th-century holiday cottage has been architecturally renovated to a high standard... more details / photos / book on-line
Sleeps 8	Cliff Cottage  PORT APPIN, ARGYLL Cottage Code S83 Beautifully renovated and extended cottage in an idyllic location just a hundred yards or so from the crystal clear waters of the Lyne of Lorne. An easy walk away is the pretty fishing village of Port Appin, which overlooks Loch Linnhe... more details / photos / book on-line
Sleeps 8	Shielbrae  GOOSE GREEN, nr. EDINBURGH Cottage Code ULA Just 5 minutes' walk from one of Scotland's most beautiful beaches and three first class golf courses. Choice of shops, restaurants and pubs 500 yards. more details / photos / book on-line
Sleeps 8-10	The Stables  ARDMADDY CASTLE, nr. OBAN, ARGYLL Cottage Code SBZ Immaculate and sensitive conversion of former stables overlooking Ardmaddy Bay. Also features a games room. more details / photos / book on-line
Sleeps 9	Craig Ben Lodge  KINLOCHSPELVE, ISLE OF MULL Cottage Code UAK Former hunting lodge in a beautiful woodland setting at the foot of Bheinn Creach with 2acres of walled garden and natural grounds reaching down to the shore of the loch. Nearest beach 2˝miles away at Laggan Sands. Games room. more details / photos / book on-line
Sleeps 10	Little Leckmelm House  nr. ULLAPOOL, HIGHLANDS Cottage Code SCE Set in 6 acres of beautifully landscaped gardens stretching down to the shingle shore of Loch Broom (perfect for picnics and with jetty), this elegant and spacious house boasts a spectacular Northern Highland setting. more details / photos / book on-line
Sleeps 12	Kingairloch House  KINGAIRLOCH Cottage Code UUB Set against a stunning backdrop of mountains, on the shore of Loch Linnhe, these traditional Highland holiday cottages occupy a wonderfully secluded setting amidst 14,000 acres of remote highland sporting estate. more details / photos / book on-line

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