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Guides and tips to take on your Highland journey
5 Reasons to Stay Longer
A road trip always sounds like a good idea, right?! Driving around, the music full blast with the windows rolled down. Hopping from place to place, taking in the culture and getting your bearings. But, sometimes, it's just nice to stop and appreciate the true beauty...
Spring into action with a trip to the Highlands
If you were to ask us, we’d tell you that the Scottish Highlands are beautiful at any time of the year. However, when spring begins to show, there’s something quite wonderful about the changes it brings. As the chill from the winter months begins to pass, here...
Get 10% off our New Properties!
We are so excited to introduce four new properties to Thistle Holiday Lets and to offer you 10% off when you book your next stay at one of them! Check them out below! No. 1 The Links Brora Golf Course Situated on the ground floor and looking over the famous Brora...
Top 5 things to do during Lockdown
We know this is a difficult time for everyone but that doesn’t mean you can’t make the most of it. Check out our top 5 things to do to make the most of your lockdown! 1.Take a Walk The most obvious of the 5 is going for a walk. With government guidelines limiting us...
5 Things to pack on your trip to the Highlands
Planning a trip to the Highlands? Not sure what to pack? Here is a list of 5 things you should have in your bag!
5 Hidden Lochs in the Highlands
The Scottish Highlands are full of stunning lochs. Take Loch Ness as an example, thousands of visitors come every year hoping they might spot the famous Nessie! But we are here to talk about the lesser known Lochs, the peaceful spots off the beaten track. 1. Loch...
5 Reasons to go Self-Catering
Deciding on your next holiday? Here are 5 reasons you should go self-catering! 1. More Choice Eating at the same hotel restaurant every night gets boring right? If you go for self-catering you don't have to always cook for yourself. You can try something different...
Top 5 Things to do in Sutherland
Are you planning a trip to Sutherland? If you are, make sure you don't miss out on these five top things to do! 1. Smoo Cave The Smoo Caves are located just beside Durness in the far north of Scotland. These fascinating caves are made of three sections, with one of...
Top 5 Reasons to Visit Golspie
Thinking about staying on the east coast of Sutherland? We’ve got the best place for you! Golspie is a stunning small village with some of the most exciting things to see and do on the north coast, here are five things you should see when you are visiting. 1. Dunrobin...
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We are always delighted when our guests ask for advice so we can share our favourite hidden gems; be it local attractions, walks, shops or simply the best places to eat.
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