Edinburg, Scotland -- (SBWIRE) -- 11/01/2010 -- We are pleased to announce that Mackays have boosted their portfolio of cottages in Scotland this autumn with a many new properties. These range from the cosy to opulent and from the traditional to the quirky. These new properties, all of which have been inspected by Mackays before joining the portfolio, make finding the ideal self catering holiday in Scotland even easier. Your choice is made easier still by the many search tools available on the user friendly site. Here is just a flavour of some of the new cottages in Scotland to be found at Mackays.

One of the more beautiful properties to join Mackays is in Grandtully in Perthshire. Situated in a peaceful village location, this substantial old schoolhouse has been totally renovated to provide every modern convenience, whilst retaining the original character and atmosphere. Rooms are tastefully decorated and attractively furnished, the spacious, bright living room has an open fire to add to the ambience and the dining room has garden doors for drinks on the patio or al-fresco dining.

Rather more quirky is this one bedroom period cottage for two in the conveniently located Dunblane. Hidden away in a conservation area of this historic little cathedral town this traditional Scottish cottage was originally for the railwaymen, sits on a private path leading from the station square to the River Allan. Steps lead down through the garden to a delightful, secluded deck overlooking the water and another seating area enjoys the morning sun.

We try to find cottages in Scotland’s best locations and Pitlochry is an excellent spot from which to explore one of the most beautiful landscapes of Scotland. Newly completed to a very high standard, these luxury apartments give not one but four apartments to choose from. All are particularly well specified with quality fittings and furnishings to provide superior accommodation for couples. Rooms are bright, sunny and tastefully decorated and there are private patios with garden furniture and extensive shared grounds. Quietly and conveniently situated in the grounds of the owners' guest house, the apartments are only a few minutes walk from excellent shops, restaurants, pubs, the railway station and Loch Faskally.

For the adventurous a less often visited spot is the beautiful Ardgay. Waiting for you is a real treat as we now have this charming 18th Century traditional detached cottage is situated in a beautiful, peaceful, remote location, surrounded by hills, woodland and meadows, only 300 metres from the Kyle of Sutherland.

Mackays are delighted to welcome these new cottages. Scotland has always offered a great range of holidays and Mackays self catering Scotland would be only too happy to help you find your perfect Scottish cottage.