Short Break Cottages in the Scottish Highlands

Looking for short break self catering cottages in the Scottish Highlands? Discover handpicked properties perfect for weekend escapes and midweek getaways, offering comfort, character, and easy access to Scotland’s mountains, lochs, and scenic landscapes.

Our short break cottages in the Scottish Highlands are ideal for getting away from the everyday, even if only for a few days. Whether you’re planning a spontaneous weekend or a midweek retreat, these properties provide a welcoming base to relax and recharge.

Enjoy peaceful surroundings, explore local trails, and take in the natural beauty of Scotland before returning to a comfortable space designed for rest and connection. From cosy hideaways to well-located cottages near local attractions, there’s something to suit every type of short stay.

Make the most of your time away with a Highland short break that feels both effortless and memorable.



Front yard with gravel driveway, gray house with garage, small door, window on upper floor, white bench, green bushes, and trees.

The Wee Cosy Nook - Aberfeldy, Perthshire

Sleeps 2 - 1 Bedroom - 1 Bathroom

Experience The Wee Cosy Nook: a charming, luxurious hideaway just minutes from Aberfeldy’s centre, offering comfort, style, and the perfect base for exploring the town.

Wee Corsee, Nairn, Moray dark roof, and black gates and fences. The house has small windows with white frames and is surrounded by stone walls and trees.

Wee Corsee - Nairn Holiday Cottage - Stylish Self Catering Escape in the Highlands

Escape to The Wee Corsee in Nairn, a stylish self-catering cottage for 6 in the Scottish Highlands. Just minutes from Nairn Beach and High Street, it features flexible bedrooms, modern kitchen, Smart TV, private patio with BBQ, and private parking. Perfect for family holidays, couples, or Highland getaways. Book your Nairn cottage with Escape Cottages Scotland today!

Front view of a stone house with multiple windows, a wooden door, and surrounding greenery, including bushes and potted plants.

Ardchoile - Kingussie, Highlands

Sleeps 10 - 4 Bedroom - 2 Bathroom

Discover Ardchoile: spacious, dog-friendly retreat with log fire, hot tub, and stunning mountain views, just minutes from local shops, restaurants, and scenic surroundings.

A peaceful cabin in the woods surrounded by tall pine trees and lush green vegetation.

Fersit Log Cottage - Lochaber, Highlands

Sleeps 4 - 2 Bedroom - 1 Bathroom

Escape to Fersit Log Cottage: dog-friendly retreat with log fire, hot tub, EV charger, nestled in a peaceful rural setting near Ben Nevis and Munros.

A modern tiny house with a wooden exterior and large windows, surrounded by a wooden deck and railing, situated on gravel ground with trees and a hillside in the background under a clear blue sky.

Monash - Aviemore, Highlands

Sleeps 4 - 2 Bedroom - 1.5 Bathroom

In the heart of Aviemore, Monash Lodge offers stylish comfort, mountain charm, and easy access to cafes, trails, and Highland adventures.

A modern two-story house with solar panels on the roof, large windows, wooden siding, and a small balcony. The house is situated in a spacious yard with a paved driveway and a grassy lawn, surrounded by trees and a wooden fence.

St. Vincent’s - Kingussie, Highlands

Sleeps 6 - 3 Bedroom - 3 Bathroom

Relax at St Vincent’s: modern, spacious, dog-friendly retreat with log fire, private parking, just a short stroll to shops, restaurants, and scenic walking or cycling trails.

A stone house with a sloped roof, three windows, and two wooden chairs on a grassy yard, with a gray car parked nearby and a fence along the edge of the property, in a rural landscape with hills and cloudy sky in the background.

Birch Cottage - Balgowan, Newtonmore, Highlands

Sleeps 4 - 2 Bedroom - 1.5 Bathroom

Relax at Birch Cottage: dog-friendly rural retreat with log fire, private parking, and easy access to local attractions—perfect for a peaceful getaway in the rural Highlands

Discover More Highland Getaways

Book last minute self catering cottages across the Highlands and enjoy a quick getaway. Perfect for short stays, these properties offer comfort, convenience and a great base to explore Scotland.

Choose romantic cottages in the Highlands for a couples escape. With charming settings, nearby attractions and peaceful surroundings, these properties provide the perfect setting for time together and relaxation.

Stay in luxury cottages across the Highlands offering high quality finishes, added comforts and thoughtful details. Ideal for short breaks, special occasions or an elevated escape in Scotland’s stunning countryside.