Looking for self catering winter break cottages in Scotland? Discover handpicked stays offering comfort, warmth, and inviting surroundings—perfect for cosy getaways, festive escapes, and memorable winter holidays across Scotland’s most scenic locations.


Escape to winter break cottages in Scotland and experience the season at its most atmospheric. From frosted landscapes to crackling fires and inviting interiors, these handpicked properties offer the perfect setting to slow down and unwind. Whether you’re planning a festive escape, a quiet retreat, or a special getaway with loved ones, each cottage provides comfort, charm, and a welcoming space to relax.

Explore Scotland in winter, enjoy peaceful surroundings, and return to a cosy base designed for rest, connection, and memorable moments together.

Winter Break Self Catering Cottages in Scotland

Royal Deeside Winter Stays

Crisp mountain air, quiet river walks, and cozy evenings by the fire make this historic valley an ideal setting for a peaceful winter getaway.

The Gairn - Ballater, Royal Deeside

Sleeps 6 - 3 Bedroom - 2 Bathroom

Escape to self catering at The Gairn in Ballater, Royal Deeside. Sleeping 6 across 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, enjoy open plan living, French doors to a private balcony and nearby village shops.

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Moray Coast & Nairn Winter Breaks

Enjoy refreshing, brisk coastal walks along empty sandy beaches before returning to a cozy coastal haven for a relaxing evening.

Wee Corsee, Moray, white window frames, and a dark shingled roof, surrounded by a stone wall and a black metal gate, with overcast skies and leafless trees in the background.

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!

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Badenoch & Strathspey Winter Escapes

Experience the quiet magic of the Cairngorms in winter, with snow capped hills, scenic winter walks, and warm, inviting retreats.

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 self catering retreat with log fire, hot tub, games room and stunning mountain views, just minutes from local shops, restaurants, and scenic surroundings.

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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 self catering rural retreat with log fire, private parking, and easy access to local attractions—perfect for a peaceful getaway in the rural Highlands

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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 self catering retreat in Kingussie with log fire, private parking, just a short stroll to shops, restaurants, and scenic walking or cycling trails.

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Butterfly Cottage, Grantown on Spey, A small house with a gabled roof, white and wood exterior, and a concrete pathway leading to the entrance.

Butterfly Cottage - Grantown on Spey

Sleeps 2 - 1 Bedroom - 1 Bathroom

Charming Butterfly Cottage in Grantown on Spey offers cosy self catering accommodation for two, with private parking, peaceful surroundings, and a short stroll to shops, cafes, and local attractions nearby.

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Lochaber & West Highland Winter Hideaways

Tuck away into dramatic winter landscapes, where dark starry night skies and crackling log fires offer the ultimate cozy wilderness retreat.

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: self catering dog-friendly retreat in Lochaber with log fire, hot tub, EV charger, nestled in a peaceful rural setting near Ben Nevis and several Munros.

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Aviemore & Central Cairngorms Winter Getaways

Stay close to snowsports on Cairngorm Mountain, festive town atmosphere, and stunning frost covered pine forests in the heart of the Highlands.

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

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

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Perthshire & Aberfeldy Winter Escapes

Enjoy crisp woodland walks and charming Highland village life in the scenic heart of Perthshire during the quieter winter months.

View of a modern house with a garage, gray door, small potted plant, gravel driveway, green bench, and lush trees and bushes in the background.

The Wee Cosy Nook - Aberfeldy, Perthshire

Sleeps 2 - 1 Bedroom - 1 Bathroom

Experience self catering in Weem at 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.

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Red steel bridge over water with reflections, large stone supports, and a distant cityscape in the background.

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A decorated Christmas tree with lights and ornaments surrounded by wrapped presents in a cozy living room with a stone fireplace and stockings hanging above.

Christmas & New Year Cottages in Scotland

Mark the festive season in a Scottish self catering cottage filled with warmth and character. Share special moments, seasonal traditions and time together in welcoming surroundings during Christmas or New Year stays.

A wooden hot tub on a deck overlooking a scenic mountain landscape during sunset with trees and distant mountains, steam rising from the hot water.

Hot Tub Cottages in Scotland

Unwind in a Scottish cottage featuring a private hot tub. Soak beneath open skies, relax after exploring and enjoy an elevated stay designed for comfort, ease and a little indulgence.

Two glasses of red wine being clinked together in front of a fireplace with a visible flame.

Romantic Cottages in Scotland

Spend quality time together in a romantic Scottish cottage designed for couples. Enjoy quiet surroundings, thoughtful interiors and the chance to reconnect while experiencing Scotland at a gentle pace.

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