Forget Expensive Flights And Long Haul Travel – Why Not Forgo Your Holiday In The Heat And Try Something Different In Scotland?

When people think of Scotland, they think of the highlands and islands; holiday rentals alongside remote Scottish lochs and nothing but countryside for miles around. But in their rush to ‘head for the hills’, people often overlook the south of Scotland and the borders, which have so much to offer the visitor. Just a day’s drive from the south of England, holiday rentals in the Scottish borders mean more time for the holiday, and less time travelling. Did you know that people flying to the Canary Islands for a week’s holiday are likely to spend 25% of their hard earned time off travelling there and back – hardly relaxation!

Known as one of THE world tourist destinations, Scotland is chosen by many as the perfect holiday rentals destination. Although immensely popular, you can lose yourself in Scotland, whether in the mountainous highlands, the rugged islands or the hubbub of city life. If you’re in search of holiday rentals with privacy and seclusion you are sure to find them – just a few twists and turns down winding rural roads and you will find yourself far from the madding crowds.

The south of Scotland is one of the most picturesque parts of the UK – holiday rentals here are popular all year round, and whatever the weather. Each season brings its own particular delights – whether it is the vivid colours of Spring and Autumn, the snow-covered peaks in Winter, or the gentle sunshine and longer hours during the Summer months. The Scottish Borders range from moorland and rolling hills in the west to fishing villages and coastline in the east. Holiday rentals might be a converted farmhouse, a seaside cottage, or a town flat with a view – all of which give you access to the wonders that this region of southern Scotland has to offer. If you can drag yourself away from the comfort of your rental property, the region has a wide range of activities on offer, destinations to visit and events to attend as well.

Opportunities for hiking and walking range from the romantic stroll on the beach to entire holidays-worth of trekking and hiking, often involving some of Scotland’s most famous landmarks. The south of Scotland is dotted with whisky distilleries, and if you want to sample the local fayre and taste the world famous whisky then you’re in the right place. Those in search of holiday rentals within spitting distance of a golf course are also in the right place – in this part of Scotland, it’s hard to find holiday rentals which AREN’T within spitting distance of a golf course! Courses to suit every budget, style and ability abound here. There’s fishing and cycling, mountain biking and hiking, museums and architecture – all within a day’s drive of your UK home. Forget sun loungers and cocktails – until you’ve spent time in this part of Scotland, you haven’t lived!

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