Found on the north east edge of Forres Suneo’s Stone is a perfectly preserved Picto-Scottish stone that stands at an imposing 6.5m high. This undiscovered Scottish landmark is the largest and most beautiful of the numerous carved stone artefacts that have survived through the centuries from Scotland’s medieval period. Sueno’s Stone Then travel to a secret garden for a delicious lunch in their amazing glasshouse.We will then have a tour around the gardens with the owner, who will explain how using the organic herbs grown there has fined tuned their award winning gins. He willexplain the properties of the herbs used in the gin and why they change colour when you add tonic water! We also visit the drying room, the smell is simply divine in there! The gardens are set within 7.5 by a stream and a very enjoyable place to wander around at your leisure.Then on to your stylish accommodation and evening at your leisure, maybe with a tot of gin!

Cottage Gems A fabulous collection of luxury, stylish and 5 star holiday properties in the UK and Ireland. Loch Glencoul and the bothy that sits at its head is one of my favourite secret places in Scotland. You can gaze out to the loch from the parking area at Kylesku bridge, but the best views of the loch are from Glencoul bothy.Discover wonderful wildlife tours to book and experience in Scotland, including bird watching safaris, whale watching, farm tours and much more! Morning visit to a specialist rare and native breed farm for a wonderful tour of their land, accompanied by one of their Shetland ponies to provide delicious refreshments.You will get a fascinating insight into how the land was cultivated and used in ancient times with outstanding views of the Tay valley and up to the enigmatic “fairy mountain” – Shiehallion, one of Scotland’s best known Munros.

All that exists in the area is the Corrour Station House, the UK’s remotest restaurant which also offers accommodation, directly next to the train station; an award-winning eco-hostel located at the bottom of the loch, and the Corrour Shooting Lodge which offers luxury accommodation. Staying in a log cabin offers something a little extra special for your get-away-from-it-all break. Wake up in breathtaking natural surroundings with easy access to all the countryside has to offer. No matter whether you’re searching for log cabins to suit couples, families, or a large group, you’ll be spoilt for choice. You can opt for a contemporary luxury log cabin, something a bit more rustic, a remote romantic hideaway, or even an environmentally responsible eco-cabin. From the modest parking lot, it is a short walk to reach the hill, which has lovely views of Edinburgh and on a clear day you may even spot the Isle of Arran.To end this wonderful journey we visit an award winning artisan chocolatiers for a sample of their delicious hand crafted chocolates, there is a small interesting museum relating the history of their single origin chocolate which comes from a South Atlantic Island. Then time to explore the pretty town of Aberfeldy and its independent shops including a superb bookshop, a specialist tweed shop and art galleries.

First Mortgage Scotland's leading mortgage advisors, providing fee-free and impartial mortgage advice. Scotland’s last true wilderness the Isle of Jura is known the world over for their Jura Scotch Whiskey. The Southern Hebridean Isle of Jura is home to just 200 people in a small and close-knit community. The population of deer outnumbers that of human! Over 5,000 deer roam free on the beautiful and picturesque countryside. The effort is worth it however. There are some fabulous bothies throughout Scotland, but the location of Glencoul bothy makes it all the more special, nestled between craggy mountains with some of the best views of Loch Glencoul at sunset. On the St Ninian’s Isle in the Shetland Island in the very north of Scotland can be found the 500m long shandy St Ninian’s Tombolo which is certainly one of Scotland’s best kept secrets. This beautiful active sand Tombolo is the largest of its kind in the UK and is a truly unique geographic feature that is photogenic and memorable.The Isle of Jura is a landscape photographer’s dream and a hiker’s paradise. The Paps of Jura is the most popular area for ramblers and the island offers unlimited freedom to roam and wander which is a truly wonderful and unique experience and an opportunity too good to miss. Jura’s distillery opens its doors to visitors by appointment and certainly does not disappoint. Jedburgh Abbey is a spectacular abbey that was often fought over due to its ties to royalty and proximity. It served the royal castle in Jedburgh; part of the abbey church where Alexander III of Scotland and Yolande de Dreux were married survives to this day. Although Shetland is away from the mainland it is certainly worth a visit and its the epitome of beautiful British coasts. Although island life is far from that of the tropics, life on Shetland is slower and more relaxed than that of mainland Scotland and the residents of St Ninian’s Isle are warm and welcoming. Abundant in wild flowers and grasses along the sandy dunes St Ninian’s Isle sweeping beaches have soft white sands and crystal clear blue waters…if a little chilly though! #3. Smoo Cave There’s a reason that over 15 million tourists visit Scotland each year*. Home to mountains, lochs, beaches, forests and spectacular views galore, Scotland offers holidaymakers a variety of exciting locations to choose from for the perfect log cabin holiday. There are also a huge number of attractions and activities, walking and cycling routes, opportunities for fishing, climbing and water sports, plus fantastic wildlife. Log cabins are available in locations across the country, so whether you fancy being close to a loch or surrounded by forests, you’ll be able to find just the setting you’re looking for. While there aren’t any standing stones here, the henge is nevertheless enthralling. The best time to visit Cairnpapple Hill is during March- October so you can see inside the cairn.

We meet with our guide Grahame and morning visit to an ancient loch dwelling on Loch Tay and see what life was like in the area in the early Iron Age, it’s a great insight.Next we venture onto one of the valleys most notable stone circles.Grahame will explain its astronomical alignments and the significance of its siting. Loch Ossian in Rannoch Moor is one of the wildest places in Scotland you can reach by public transport. When it comes to accommodation in Scotland, there's a fantastic choice of amazing stays from luxury hotels to glamping getaways.The bothy is equipped with one bedroom that sleeps up to 6, and a common area with a fireplace.There are abundant wild camping opportunities outside too.