We recently enjoyed a weekend getaway at Charlottefield – a pet friendly holiday cottage in Perthshire. Charlottefield is one of twelve Highland lodges let by Atholl Estates. The hillside cottage had two bedrooms, a wood-fired hot tub and views to die for. It offered the ultimate ‘escape to the country’ experience, and being conveniently located… The post A wonderful pet friendly holiday cottage in Perthshire: Atholl Estates appeared first on Scotland with Sam ..read more

We recently enjoyed a fab weekend break at Glen Nevis Youth Hostel near Fort William. The five star Hostelling Scotland accommodation, is dog friendly, family friendly and located in the heart of Glen Nevis – a rugged Highland glen, complete with moody mountains, tumbling waterfalls, soaring eagles and Heilan’ coos. Sounds perfect, doesn’t it? And… The post A budget break in the Highlands: Glen Nevis Youth Hostel appeared first on Scotland with Sam ..read more

We recently spent two Days in the Wild, on a Scottish wildlife tour in Morvern, Mull and Ardnamurchan. Our wildlife guide was Peter Guthrie. Peter offers bespoke, small group Scottish wildlife tours. He works with fellow local wildlife enthusiasts Peter Dale (by land) and Fraser Cameron (by sea), seeking out Scottish wildlife favourites such as… The post Days in the Wild – Scottish wildlife tours in Morvern, Ardnamurchan and Mull appeared first on Scotland with Sam ..read more

We recently enjoyed a dog friendly break at SCHLOSS Roxburghe Hotel near Kelso in the Scottish Borders. The newly refurbished and relaunched 5 star hotel sits within 300 acres of gorgeous Borders countryside, and boasts a luxurious spa and championship golf course. Day One – a dog friendly weekend break at Schloss Roxburghe, Kelso Kelso… The post A dog friendly break: SCHLOSS Roxburghe Hotel & Spa, Kelso appeared first on Scotland with Sam & The Wee White Dug ..read more

We recently returned from a relaxing two night break in the Scottish Borders. Our home was a fantastic hot-tub lodge at the brand new and recently opened Castleview Holiday Lodges. The family-owned lodges – Meadows (sleeps two), Tanner (sleeps four, plus one dog) and Chesters (sleeps four, plus one dog) are located on a rural… The post Scottish Borders: Castleview Holiday Lodges, Lauder appeared first on Scotland with Sam & The Wee White Dug ..read more

We recently enjoyed a self-catering break in Dumfries and Galloway. Our home was The Stables at Kirklands – a luxurious, three bedroom eco lodge. The Stables was converted in 2022 using salvaged and recycled building materials were possible. The Stables is one of two holiday homes located in the grounds of Ruthwell Manse, the historic… The post The Stables at Kirklands: luxury, self-catering in Dumfries and Galloway appeared first on Scotland with the Wee White Dug ..read more

We recently spent two Days in the Wild, on a Scottish wildlife tour in Morvern, Mull and Ardnamurchan. Our wildlife guide was Peter Guthrie. Peter offers bespoke, small group Scottish wildlife tours. He works with fellow local wildlife enthusiasts Peter Dale (by land) and Fraser Cameron (by sea), seeking out Scottish wildlife favourites such as… The post Days in the Wild – Scottish wildlife tours in Morvern, Ardnamurchan and Mull appeared first on Scotland with the Wee White Dug ..read more

We recently visited the Cairngorms National Park for a dog friendly, self catering break on the Rothiemurchus Estate with Hidden Highland Retreats.  Hidden Highland Retreats: Rothiemurchus Hidden Highland Retreats are six unique, individually decorated self-catering properties located on the Rothiemurchus Estate. Sleeping from two to six guests (plus four-legged friends) they’re surrounded by nature and… The post Hidden Highland Retreats: dog friendly accommodation in the Cairngorms National Park appeared first on Scotland with the Wee White Dug ..read more

Our most recent Scottish road trip took us to Carrbridge in the heart of the Cairngorms National Park. We were there to stay at one of Caledonian Escapes luxury, hot-tub lodges. Carrbridge is best known for its quaint, historic bridge. Old Packhorse Bridge was built in 1717, and almost (but not quite) destroyed when the… The post A dog friendly lodge stay in Carrbridge: Cairngorms National Park appeared first on Scotland with the Wee White Dug ..read more

My last blog featured 24 hours in Pitlochry, which included an overnight stay at McKays Hotel, Bar & Restaurant. After leaving Pitlochry, we travelled to Boat of Garten in the Cairngorms National Park to stay at The Boat Country Inn.  The inn is McKays sister hotel. This blog features the highlights of our visit to Boat… The post 24 hours in Boat of Garten: a dog friendly hotel break appeared first on Scotland with the Wee White Dug ..read more