Looking to book a large country house in Scotland? From Aberdeenshire to the Scottish Borders and Highlands, find ideas and inspiration on Scotland’s popular destinations for large country house holidays.
What Aberdeenshire Offers for Large Country House Breaks
Home to castle country, whisky distilleries, historic castles, stunning countryside, a stunning coastline and the city of Aberdeen, it’s easy to see that Aberdeenshire has lots to offer groups who enjoy outdoor pursuits and want to escape from it all.
Aberdeen city and shire has a lot to offer someone looking for a group holiday destination in Scotland. Boasting a great combination of modern city life, amazing industrial heritage and of course Scotland's largest national park, there are plenty of hidden gems in Aberdeenshire for you to appreciate on your stay. Aberdeen is home to some truly striking granite architecture, a fantastic diverse arts scene and plenty of other great aspects for you to enjoy if you decide to venture into the city.
If you are looking to get your adrenaline pumping whilst on your stay in Aberdeenshire then there are plenty of sports for you to get stuck into including, hand-gliding, mountain biking, canoeing, rafting, clay pigeon shooting, tank driving and much more. If you are a keen skier or snow boarder or just looking to learn then you'll also be happy to know that two of Scotland's five ski resorts are positioned close by.
If you are simply looking to investigate Scotland and are not too keen on the activities above then Aberdeenshire is also home to some beautiful places of interest to keep you occupied such as Aberdeenshire's Castle trail, the Maritime Museum, and Aden Country park and Stratosphere Science Centre.
The Highlands for Group Holidays
As one of Scotland’s best known areas, the Highlands is a popular area for holidaymakers looking to keep active and experience new activities and sports. The amazing landscape and huge variations in countryside mean that there is a huge amount of interesting things to see, do and be a part of.
Home to the Cairngorms National Park, this is a stunning area for exploring the great outdoors where you can enjoy walking, hiking and wildlife watch for eagles, and even enjoy skiing in season.
Escape to the Scottish Borders with Friends and Families
For holidaymakers with family living in Scotland and England, the Scottish Borders could be a great choice where you could all gather together within Scotland, yet within easy reach of a number of places in the North of England.
The Scottish Borders offers a rich history with castles, countryside, gardens and valleys. Escape, relax, unwind and enjoy a warm Scottish welcome and a good old knees up with your friends and family in Scotland’s Border Country.
Scotland is home to some of the most beautiful landscapes and jaw dropping sights in the UK. The diverse landscapes make it a wonderful place to visit for people who enjoy walking, cycling and climbing as well as many other unique sports and activities. Discovering the Scottish coastline can be a truly amazing sight and often produce unforgettable memories, especially if you decide to take a boat trip out to discover the caves, coves, hidden gardens and of course the dolphins and seals that are often spotted here.
Whichever part of Scotland you opt to book a mansion or manor in, we hope you have a fabulous time with friends and family on your country house break.