Links House at Royal Dornoch

Discover the UK's only wild reindeer herd in the stunning Cairngorm Mountains, where you can hike, feed, and get up close with these charming creatures.

Nestled by Applecross Bay, this charming B&B boasts cozy rooms, a welcoming bar with a crackling fire, and a seafood restaurant serving fresh local dishes.

Stylish rooms, some with loch views, plus an upscale restaurant in a former hunting lodge. A former clan hunting lodge, this upmarket country hotel remains in the Macdonald family and is near the shore of sea-loch Na Dal, 9.8 miles from the Clan Donald Skye Visitor Centre and castle. Stylish rooms feature traditional Scottish decor; most have loch or hill views. All have en suite bathrooms (some with free-standing tubs) with designer toiletries, plus flat-screen TVs with DVD players, free Wi-Fi, tea and coffeemaking facilities, and fresh fruit. Room service is offered. Breakfast is included and half-board is available. There's a renowned, upscale restaurant featuring local and seasonal cuisine, as well as a bar and cosy public rooms.

Rustic-chic rooms with free Wi-Fi in a classic 19th-century house, plus full breakfast and a lounge. This upscale B&B in a classic, stone-built property dating to the 19th century, is 1.1 miles from the Smoo Cave and waterfall and 1.3 miles from Durness Golf Club. Featuring handmade and vintage furnishings, the 7 country-chic rooms offer high-thread-count sheets and designer toiletries, as well as free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and iPod docks. The hotel offers free hot breakfast and parking. Other amenities include a cosy bar with a fireplace, and laundry facilities. Pets are welcome for a fee.

"At the heart of Rothiemurchus is a superb camp and caravan park with fantastic facilities. Located a 20 minute stroll from Rothiemurchus Centre, it’s the perfect place for a holiday with your touring caravan, motor home or tent."

Upmarket 1860 former inn with plush bedrooms, spectacular sea views and top-notch, 5-course dinners. Set in a former fishing inn built in 1860, this remote seasonal hotel with outbuildings is 24.2 miles from Ullapool. The individually styled rooms and suites with en suite bathrooms have high-end toiletries and tea and coffeemaking facilities. Some are in log cabins and other outbuildings and some have sitting areas, free-standing baths or views of the Summer Isles. The upmarket restaurant serves set menus based around local produce and afternoon tea is available in the lounge (fee). There's also a bar with an open fire, and a beer garden.

"We are a walking and adventure travel tour operator, specialising in guided small group, self guided and customised activity and nature based holidays in Scotland. We offer 11 activities, including cycling, wildlife, sea kayaking, mountain biking and walking holidays. You can choose from over 300 departures dates between April and October. Our private travel options mean you can customise any aspect of your tour from activities to accommodation, or you can simply book one of our scheduled trips for your own group of family or friends. We also post regular blog articles about adventure travel in Scotland and feature expert views with stunning images."

Modest rooms & a 1-bedroom apartment in a lakefront pub with a wood-panelled bar & a restaurant. Set on Loch Bay, this venerable pub with rooms dating from 1790 is 8.7 miles from Dunvegan Castle and 26 miles from the Talisker Distillery. The 5 quaint, individually decorated rooms have en suite bathrooms and bay views. A 1-bedroom apartment with its own entrance offers a kitchenette, a TV and a washer/dryer. There are no TVs or mobile reception; Wi-Fi is limited. Full Scottish breakfast is included for room guests, while a surcharge is added for apartment guests. There's an informal restaurant serving locally sourced fare, plus a wood-panelled bar.

The Highland Bookshop in Fort William is a charming indie haven packed with a diverse collection, including an impressive selection of outdoor and second-hand books, perfect for leisurely browsing.

Chic property in a 17th-century farmhouse with posh rooms, a private beach and free gourmet meals. Situated in a 17th-century farmhouse, this upscale hotel lies a minute's walk from the sea, 7.3 miles from central Tain and 8.3 miles from the Glenmorangie whisky distillery. The 6 plush, individually decorated rooms come with en suite bathrooms and iPod docks, plus free Wi-Fi and decanters of malt whisky. Some have sea views. Hot Scottish breakfast, afternoon teas and 5-course gourmet dinners are complimentary. Other amenities include a cosy lounge, a patio, walled gardens and a private beach.