Rating:

Excellent

Sleeps:

7

Bedrooms:

4

Dogs:

No Dogs Allowed

Area:

Dumfries & Galloway

This is a charming cottage in Kirkcudbright, a picturesque harbour town with an artistic heritage. Situated down a cobbled, narrow wynd, the cottage has been beautifully furnished, is full of character and provides very comfortable accommodation for 7 people. Further down the wynd, the cottage has its own private garden, which looks back across the distinctive rooftops of this beautiful, rural town. The nearest beach is approximately 4 miles away. Known as the Dhoon, this is a sandy beach and is safe for children to paddle. Ground floor: sitting room; kitchen with dining area; and wet room with WC. First floor: one twin bedroom; one double bedroom (ensuite) with WC and wash basin only; and bathroom with bath and shower. Second floor: one twin bedroom and one single bedroom.

Rating:

Very Good

Sleeps:

2

Bedrooms:

1

Dogs:

No Dogs Allowed

Area:

Edinburgh, Fife & Borders

AVAILABLE FOR SHORT BREAKS FRI-MON & MON-FRI and FULL WEEKS SAT-SAT. Please contact the Holidays Department on 0844 493 2108 if you would like to check availability or make a booking during 2011. Right at the heart of Edinburgh’s historic centre, yet removed from the noise of traffic, this evocative apartment occupies much of the original 17th century dwelling where Thomas Gledstanes and his family lived. It is on the fourth floor of the building, and has intriguing views out on to a typical Old Town courtyard. One twin bedroom, sitting room with gas fire, kitchen and bathroom with bath and shower attachment. For guests interested in booking a larger family/group stay in Edinburgh, we also have the Harrison Flat available. This 2-person flat is situated on the second floor of the same apartment block.

Rating:

Award Pending

Sleeps:

10

Bedrooms:

5

Dogs:

No Dogs Allowed

Area:

Edinburgh, Fife & Borders

PLEASE TELEPHONE THE HOLIDAYS DEPARTMENT ON 0844 493 2108 TO BOOK THIS PROPERTY. This beautiful 18th-century merchant's villa dominates the town of Eyemouth from its position above the busy fishing harbour. Gunsgreen House was designed by James Adam, the younger brother of Rober Adam, around 1755. Gunsgreen is not only notable as a work of architecture, it was also the centre of a lucrative trade - smuggling! The property is now under the ownership of the Gunsgreen House Trsut and recently undergone major work. The ground and lower floors are now home to the new museum where visitors will have the opportunity to learn more about this wonderful house and its fascinating history.

Rating:

Very Good

Sleeps:

2

Bedrooms:

1

Dogs:

Dogs Allowed

Area:

Highlands & Western Isles

This small, traditional, detached cottage began life as the town fire station and has recently been refurbished to provide more spacious and comfortable accommodation for two people. Conveniently situated close to the local shops, the cottage is at the heart of the town's historic conservation area, and only a few metres from the shores of Cromarty Firth. Lydia Cottage has an attractive enclosed garden to the front and side of the property, with a picnic table, bench and barbecue facilities provided. The accommodation comprises: sitting room, modern well-equipped kitchen with dining area, shower room with double shower on ground floor; twin bedroom on first floor. Please note the first floor is accessed by a spiral staircase and may not be suitable for the infirm.

Rating:

Award Pending

Sleeps:

6

Bedrooms:

3

Dogs:

Dogs Allowed

Area:

Highlands & Western Isles

The late 18th-century Paye House lies at the heart of the historic conservation area within Cromarty, surrounded by charming cobbled lanes and listed buildings. The house has had an exciting history, as a general store, an antique shop, a chip shop, a doctor’s surgery and a wholefood store. The National Trust for Scotland purchased the property in 1992 and have since sensitively restored it. Available for holiday bookings from 15th May 2010.

Rating:

Very Good

Sleeps:

2

Bedrooms:

1

Dogs:

No Dogs Allowed

Area:

Edinburgh, Fife & Borders

Please contact the Holidays Department on 0844 493 2108 if you would like to check availability or make a booking during 2011. A cosy apartment for two overlooking Priorwood Garden in Melrose. Pear Cottage is decorated in a country cottage style and is a perfect base for exploring all that the Scottish Borders has to offer. Additional accommodation can also be booked at Harmony and Harmony Cottage.

Rating:

Excellent

Sleeps:

3

Bedrooms:

2

Dogs:

No Dogs Allowed

Area:

Dumfries & Galloway

Please contact the Holidays Department on 0844 493 2108 if you would like to check availability or make a booking during 2011. The Precinct House, situated next door to The Pend (also let through the Trust), belongs to a period two centuries later than its neighbour, and is a townhouse typical of the vernacular Scottish Georgian architecture of the burgh. The name refers to the early monastic precinct, which defined the back gardens of later houses. Just up the small hill behind the house are the ruins of the cathedral, which give Whithorn the historic title of the smallest city of Scotland. The property is privately owned and has been carefully refurbished in Georgian style. Its most popular features are the heated glass-roofed atrium joining its two original buildings, perfect for indoor dining, and a secluded sunny courtyard outdoors. Precinct House is adjacent to the Whithorn Story Visitor Centre, with its interpretation of one of the earliest Christian sites in Scotland, which is a stone’s throw away from the back garden. Master bedroom with king-size four-poster bed on the first floor and small single bedroom with compact box bed. On the ground floor: a sitting room with period grate, glass-roofed dining room, kitchen and shower room. Enclosed courtyard outside with garden furniture and barbecue.

Rating:

Very Good

Sleeps:

8

Bedrooms:

4

Dogs:

Dogs Allowed

Area:

Highlands & Western Isles

Beautiful 18th-century house with most attractive garden in Cromarty lying only a few metres from the seashore. Public transport accessible.

Rating:

Very Good

Sleeps:

4

Bedrooms:

2

Dogs:

No Dogs Allowed

Area:

Edinburgh, Fife & Borders

Conveniently situated in the centre of this picturesque village of cobbled streets and fascinating old buildings, St Andrew's House was built in the 17th century, in order to house the overflow of the large number of courtiers who travelled with the King and Queen when they stayed at Falkland Palace. Our holiday flat is situated on the first floor, overlooking the beautiful Palace orchard and garden. It is reached through a shared front door via a steep spiral staircase, which we regret is not suitable for the elderly or infirm. Parking for two cars is available beside St Andrew's House. Two twin bedrooms, sitting room, kitchen, separate dining room and bathroom with bath only.

Rating:

Very Good

Sleeps:

5

Bedrooms:

3

Dogs:

No Dogs Allowed

Area:

Glasgow

Please contact the Holidays Department on 0844 493 2108 if you would like to check availability or make a booking during 2011. The Coach House is located within the grounds of Holmwood. Just a few miles from the centre of Glasgow, the richly ornamented Holmwood House is an oasis of calm in the midst of Scotland's largest and most bustling city. Completed in 1858, Holmwood is considered to be the finest domestic design by the architect Alexander 'Greek' Thomson. The house is set within 5 acres of landscaped grounds and is open to the public. Holmwood is only ten minutes away from Glasgow city centre by train, with a walk of ten minutes to the station. It gives easy access to the SECC, the National Stadium and all the shops, restaurants, theatres and concert halls in the city. Entry to this property is via the stair at the front. The property has a charming layout that maximises guests' enjoyment of the views over the rolling grounds of Holmwood. On the entrance floor there is a comfortable sitting room/dining area, a well-equipped and modern kitchen, a double bedroom, and a spacious contemporary bathroom with bath and shower. Internal stairs lead down to the lower floor that comprises one twin and one single bedroom, and one WC. The Coach House is currently available over the festive period and is available from 29 December 2009 to 5 January 2010 at a cost of £550. Please contact the Holidays Department either by phone on 0844 493 2108 or by emailing holidays@nts.org.uk to make a booking. We regret it is not possible to book festive holidays online.