Secret garden escapes
Picture yourself stepping through your door into an oasis, where the only sounds are the rustle of leaves and soft birdsong. With exclusive access to our enchanting gardens, you'll have the freedom to wander, discovering secluded nooks and crannies that are yours to explore.
Whether you’re seeking a romantic getaway for two or a fun-filled family escape, our holiday properties provide the perfect backdrop for making those shared moments that will last a lifetime.
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Branklyn Garden Cottage, Perth
Location: Branklyn Garden
Sleeps: 4 (1 double and 1 twin)
Part of a beautiful Arts and Crafts house, lying Branklyn Garden, in the vibrant city of Perth, is Branklyn Cottage.
The term Arts and Crafts refers to the late 19th-century British and American movement to revive handicrafts. Arts and Crafts houses showcase building techniques, including brickwork, stone masonry, oak frames, and timber beams.
Branklyn Cottage offers a delightful retreat for a couple or a group of four, with its traditional charm and subtle hints of art deco style that pay homage to the era in which it was built. It's the perfect base for anyone looking to escape to Scotland.
With stunning landscaped gardens, that guests will have private access to outside of opening hours, this property sits in a truly charming location for year-round visits.
Guests have full access to Branklyn Garden, created in the 1920s by Dorothy and John Renton, cultivated with love to be a home to over 4,500 species of plants from all over the world.
Branklyn Garden is also home to a tearoom, (open between April and end of October) offering a perfect place to stop for your morning coffee before your adventures begin.
An eclectic mix of period detail with contemporary comfort, Harmony House is a 19th-century eight-bedroom dwelling, lying within the peaceful Harmony Garden in Melrose. The house has its very own private garden (after it’s closed to the public) and a patio area reserved just for guests.
This beautiful home is ideal for gathering everyone for a getaway to the Scottish Borders. It offers numerous opportunities for countryside strolls, riverside rambles, and learning more about the local history.
Garden House, Culzean Castle & Country Park
Location: Culzean Castle & Country Park
Sleeps: 5 (1 super-king, 1 double, 1 single)
Nestled in the beautiful Culzean Castle & Country Park Estate, near the charming tourist town of Maybole, you will find Garden House. This delightful three-bedroom cottage has been lovingly restored, and combines high-quality furnishings with traditional charm. Whether you're a couple seeking a romantic getaway or a family of five looking for a cosy retreat, Garden House offers a wonderful place to call home during your stay.
Garden House, Brodie Castle
Location: Brodie Castle estate
Sleeps: 6 (1 double, 1 twin and 1 bunk)
Located within the historic grounds of Brodie Caste & Estate on the outskirts of Forres in Moray, this magnificent, detached cottage is set over two storeys and sleeps up to six guests. Garden House is an peaceful, pet-friendly setting for family getaways. Guests can enjoy easy access to 16th-century Brodie Castle, the Playful Garden - which explores the Brodie family's history - as well as the beaches of Findhorn and Nairn.
Garden Lodge is a charming ground-floor cottage situated within Inverewe, an inspiring heritage garden created in the 19th century by Osgood Mackenzie.
This unique lodge provides an unforgettable getaway for a family or group of up to six. It offers a peaceful retreat in the beautiful Scottish Highlands.
With 24-hour access to the gardens as well as a free tour of Inverewe House, guests staying at Garden Lodge can explore this remarkable place at their leisure.
Don't miss out — book your secret garden retreat today and embrace the adventure!
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Featured Places
Branklyn Garden
This enchanting hillside garden is a place of pilgrimage for plant lovers.
Harmony Garden
Discover peace among manicured lawns and scented borders with views across Melrose Abbey
Culzean Castle
Robert Adam’s cliff-top masterpiece rises above a world of woods, beaches, secret follies and play parks
Brodie Castle & Estate
Magnificent turreted castle with a Playful Garden and amazing springtime daffodil displays
Inverewe
Rare species thrive in this heritage garden as the effects of the Gulf Stream meet the Highlands.
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