2013 is over and we find ourselves welcoming in a brand new year.. For quite a number of people this is the time of year that they start thinking about a summer holiday and even for a break away further along the year such as Christmas and new year for 2015 (wow what a thought, 2015 already!)
For many Scotland is on their mind and I thought I would investigate a few of the possibilities for you all, if nothing else it will save you having to trawl the Internet in search of those places - maybe I can inspire you.
In the first instance you need to know what type of accommodation you would prefer for your stay. Some people prefer luxury and would like to be 100% looked after - after all it IS a break, whilst others prefer a more rural setting such as that of the countrside of beautiful Scotland and roughing it an experience you will never forget.
There will always be people who also prefer to stay in a lovely luxurious surroundings with a outdoor hot tube and open fire for cosy nights whilst still being able to cook for themselves.
Here is my own quick list of the accommodation that I would consider when looking to take a short break. It does depend upon the type of stay I am looking for as I am sure it is the same for you too.
Farms - the majority of farms have an enourmous history and have been made into luxurious top star accommodation that make beautiful places to stay. Some of these places still have animals or crops. If you are lucky enough to stay on a working farm make sure you take full advantage of the offers of helping out which your host will most likely show you if you ask. You may find yourself milking cows or collecting chicken eggs and these are experiences that you will probably remember for the rest of your life.
Fishermen Cottages - Some of the most beautiful cottages in the UK are to be found in Scotland. Some of the best ones are located in the middle of the countryside they are perfect for romantic getaways and for family breaks.
Log cabins and lodges - These days log cabins and lodges differ widely from more the traditional built ones. They also offer a wide variety of features. Lodges tend to have tend to be luxury built than traditional builds, such as hot tubs whereas real log cabins have open fires and more rustic appeal.
City breaks - usually provide more space and are sometimes city based. They can also be located in towns and on the sea front which differs from other accommodation options however you should still have the time of your life but the experiences you can have will be amazing| depending on what takes your fancy you should still really have a great stay.
Camping trips - it used to be that camping brought you back to the basics in life who love connecting with the countryside and fine fresh air and getting away from life of the city. Yurts and domes and other more luxurious outdoor accommodation seem to be what a lot of people prefer and make a wonderful place to stay if you don't want to get too down and dirty, and this may suit you if you are a family.
Of course there is a huge range of places you possibly stay. Cottages have a wide variety and styles such as fishermen cottages or single room bothy styles in the lowland or highland countryside. I really hope that this list has helped you.
