Life: it’s all about breaking it up into little enjoyable chunks, isn’t it? So, now that the Easter chocfest is over, and most of us have seen off our kids back to the school gates, we’re thinking about the next holiday!
Relax by the log burning stove in Gladstone, in the heart of Stirling’s King’s Park
Master bedroom luxury, Gladstone
Short and sweet Bank Holidays
The English and Scottish May bank holidays coincide on 2 and 30 May – giving us two great opportunities for a week or more away for the price of a mere 4 days’ annual leave. The key thing about bank holidays is location – you don’t want to waste too much time travelling to your base. And once there, you want to squeeze in as many experiences as humanly possible in a short space of time. Slap bang in the heart of Scotland, Stirling is the perfect place for just such a break. Not only is it the gateway to the Highlands (heck, you can be in the wilds of Glencoe in under two hours!), but its central location opens up both Glasgow and Edinburgh as easy day-trip destinations too. From Stirling, you can even experience both Scotland’s east and west coastlines – either can be reached in around an hour by car. If you’re planning on using your holiday home as a day-trip base (and have an eye on your whole-year holiday budget), have a peek at our bright, beautiful and affordable apartments at www.budgetaccommodationstirling.co.uk. They might be just what you’re after. To find out more about why Stirling could be just right for your short spring or Bank Holiday break, give us a call on +44 (0) 7730 145 965.
Lazy luxury summer holidays
Summer holidays are all about feeling relaxed – kicking back, forgetting work and responsibilities. With longer breaks, it’s essential too that you feel at home and cared for in your holiday accommodation. That’s why our portfolio of luxury cottages and apartments have every comfort you could possibly wish. Unwind in front of Gladstone’s log-burning stoves with a glass of wine, or enjoy a secluded barbecue in its enclosed gardens – all in the heart of Stirling’s prestigious King’s Park. If you’ve a family or group celebration in mind, Park Terrace is the perfect property – comprising extensive gardens, a hot tub, sauna and even a bar area. Luxury comes in all sizes too – couples and small families will love the cosy cottage feel of Pear Tree House and Redcarr Lodge, for example, all with our warm and attentive customer service. Browse all of our fabulous properties at www.stirlingselfcatering.co.uk/properties
Our people
But why, when you’ve the whole word to choose from, should you choose Scotland for a holiday? After all, you can find nice views and a luxury apartment anywhere in the world. Well, we think that Scotland’s people are something special, and it seems that 2015’s visitors wholeheartedly agree. Nearly 6,000 tourists were surveyed by Visit Scotland* last summer, and their top three descriptions of Scots were ‘friendly’, ‘helpful’, and ‘welcoming’. More than 80 percent of visitors said that Scotland’s people actually added to their holiday experience. If you want to find out more about what makes us tick, look out for the hashtag #ScotSpirit on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram to see just what we mean about our brilliant, warm and helpful people. By the way, we’ve a few of them working right here in the office, ready to help plan your unforgettable holiday
Park Terrace has extensive gardens and facilities perfect for a special gathering
Cosy cottage charm at Redcarr Lodge