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Rent a Cottage in ScotlandSee undulating hills of vibrant green and brown craggy coastlines from rustic cottages in Scotland. Lose yourself in the mist-shrouded mountains and board a boat through the Hebrides.
Cottages in Scotland are the perfect base for golf holidays and much more. Discover the treasures of cities like Aberdeen, Edinburgh and Glasgow, and make time to tramp the great Scotch Whisky Trail.
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Scotland travel facts
| Area (sq km): | 78,772 | |
| Population: | 5,116,900 | |
| Nationality: | Scot, Scottish |
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| Local Name: | Scotland, Alba |
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| Language: | English, Scots, Gaelic |
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| Time Zone: | GMT | |
| Currency: | 1 pound = 100 pence |
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| Rate: | www.xe.com | |
| Capital: | Edinburgh | |
| Dialling Code: | +44 | |
| Electricity: | 220V/50Hz | |
| Internet Code: | .uk | |
| Religion: | Protestant, Roman Catholic, Muslim |
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| Climate: | Maritime | |
| Government: | Constitutional Monarchy | |
| Inoculations: | None | |
| Driving: | Left | |
| Int'l License: | Not Required | |
| Banking: | M-F 9.30-16.00 | |
| Major Airports: | Aberdeen(ABZ), Edinburgh(EDI), Glasgow(GLA), Glas. Prestwick(PIK), Islay(ILY) |
Villa and holiday news in Scotland
Scottish golf holidays
Discover golf in its home from enchanting holiday cottages in Scotland. Delight in the history of golf in Scotland, enjoy famous golf tours... Read more about Scottish golf holidays
Hill walking in Scotland
Hill walking is the ideal way to explore the natural splendour of the countryside from cottages for rent in Scotland. Highlands hill walking is... Read more about Hill walking in Scotland
Castles in Scotland
The Grampian Highlands and Aberdeenshire are home to some stunning castles in Scotland and the historic Old Town Aberdeen as well as the famous... Read more about Castles in Scotland
Upcoming festivals and events in Scotland
West End Festival
The West End in Glasgow lets loose and puts its best foot forward to host the West End Festival in Glasgow. The 2 week extravaganza attracts... Read more about West End Festival
Gaelforce Festival in Dumfries
The Gaelforce Festival is an all encompassing event and one you can visit when you book luxury cottages in Scotland. It is considered the umbrella... Read more about Gaelforce Festival
Edinburgh Festival Fringe
Selling over 1 million tickets, the Edinburgh Festival Fringe showcases top talent in areas such as comedy, singers, theatre and exhibitions. The... Read more about Edinburgh Fringe
Luxury cottages in Scotland & Edinburgh Festival Fringe
Scotland is simply a holiday apart. Its natural wonders are rivalled only by its endearing and quick witted residents. Staying in luxury cottages in Scotland opens the door to all of your dreams. Tee-off at in the home of golf in Scotland and enjoy the origins of one of the world’s most played games. Hill walking is favoured pastime enjoyed in the Highlands, the Hebrides and, of course, Trossachs National Park. The Grampian Mountains hold the treasures of Old Town Aberdeen, castles in Scotland and the famous Scotch Whiskey Trail. For the festival enthusiast in you make, sure to plan your Scotland holiday during the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, the Gaelforce Festival and the West End Festival in Glasgow