10 of the coolest holiday rentals in Scotland Gemma Bowes
Alexander House, Auchterarder, Perthshire
Two converted horseboxes, Thistle and Juniper, have been added to the collection of self-catering and glamping accommodation at the Alexander House estate in Perthshire. The whole place, which sleeps 25, is often rented for weddings and events, but each component – including the wings of the main house and two yurts – is available individually too, plus there’s a heated indoor pool, play areas and a trampoline. The horseboxes have their own hot tubs and are tucked away among stands of scots pine trees in the grounds, which have compelling views of the Highlands and Sidlaw Hills. Kayaking and fishing trips can be arranged, along with visits to the fancy Gleneagles Hotel for meals, golf and spa days if you’re feeling flash. One of many great local hikes leads to Glen Devon, with a stop, and an ale or two, at the Tormaukin Inn, a tartan-bedecked, fire-warmed 18
Staycay ready? The hot UK holiday rentals to book now Abha Shah
After what feels like a century of winter, it’s time to get serious about summer.
Jetting off is a no-go until at least May 17 (who wants a return quarant-inn stay with nothing but the M4 to look at anyway?), but staycations are now permitted as of April 12. It’s time to plan.
This year it’s all about a self-catering staycay. Low-impact and less travel intensive, self-catering means greater safety (no suspect buffets to reckon with), more privacy and a break from the tyranny of socially acceptable meal times. Brunch past midday, midnight grilled cheeses, breakfast BBQs are all on the table.
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