Dog friendly holiday parks in Scotland

Sandylands, Saltcoats, Ayrshire, South West Scotland

Type: Lively And Leisurely Weekly price range: £138 - £724

Pet friendly accommodation is available at Sandylands. Set close to Ayshire's famous sandy beaches with views out towards Arran this lively park is ideally situated for making the most of Scotland's popular west coast. A sandy beach with fishing is just 800m away and among a wealth of facilities on site are an indoor pool sports programmes take away shop and fabulous entertainment. Children also enjoy an adventure playground and their own club.

Scenic glens and magnificent mountains abound in this paradise for walkers photographers and golf lovers with famous Royal Troon nearby. Saltcoats ½ mile is a popular holiday resort offering ferry trips to the isles while the Vikingar! history park Loudon Castle Theme Park and a day trip to Glasgow offer unmissable treats.

• Indoor heated pool
• Water Resorts programme
• Sports Resorts programme
• Pool*
• Darts
• Buccaneers Showbar entertainment
• Beacon Bar (over 18s)
• Children's club 5–11s and 12–16+
• Takeaway
• Amusements*
• Wi–Fi*
• Adventure playground
• Shop
• Launderette*

Phone enquiries: 0345 498 6152

Tummel Valley, Pitlochry, Perthshire, Central Scotland

Type: Relax And Explore Weekly price range: £179 - £1100

Pet friendly accommodation is available at Tummel Valley. In a truly idyllic setting surrounded by breathtaking scenery on the banks of the River Tummel this park is an eternal favourite for family holidays in Scotland.

Together with a range of leisure amenities for the whole family the park offers a perfectly located base for exploring and enjoying the majestic Highlands' landscape. The more adventurous will love the wealth of outdoor pursuits available locally such as the Highland Adventure Safari while the spectacular views will delight any lover of nature photography painting wildlife or walking. Visit Queen's View for breathtaking scenery or Pitlochry 14 miles away.

The perfect way to end the day's activities the Riverside Bar and Restaurant provide an ideal venue to relax before taking in the live music on offer in the entertainment complex.

• Children's splash pool
• Sauna
• Solarium*
• Riverside Entertainment Complex
• Treetops Tots (under 4s)
• Treetops Grove featuring Maxi and Milli (4–10s)
• Riverside Bar and Restaurant
• Takeaway
• Wi-Fi access ( in designated areas)
• Amusements*
• Adventure playground
• Crazy golf*
• Mini supermarket
• Launderette*

Phone enquiries: 0345 498 6152

Southerness, Dumfries, Dumfriesshire, South West Scotland

Type: Lively And Leisurely Weekly price range: £165 - £615

Pet friendly accommodation is available at Southerness. Enjoying a unique location between two miles of beach and the stunning Galloway hills this park boasts breathtaking views across the Solway Firth to the Lake District.

A perfect base for a fun filled family holiday you can enjoy fantastic facilities including an indoor heated pool and your children will love their play areas and the activities on hand in their own club. Once the day is over the whole family can dine at the Coast Bar and Kitchen before settling down for the fabulous live family entertainment on offer in the Sunset Showbar.

Superbly placed for exploring Dumfries & Galloway and the Borders a championship golf course adjoins the local village and Solway Links is only two minutes from the park.

• Indoor heated swimming pool
• Pool tables*
• Nature trail
• Treetops Tots (under 4s)
• Treetops Grove featuring Maxi Multi and Milli (4–10s)
• Freestyle Club (10–15s)
• Sunset Showbar with family entertainment
• Coast Bar and Kitchen
• Costa coffee
• Takeaway
• Tricks Treats & Sweets Shop
• Wi-Fi access ( in designated areas)
• Children's play areas
• Soft play area
• Amusements*
• Large screen TV
• Crazy golf*
• Mini supermarket
• Launderette*

Phone enquiries: 0345 498 6152

Grannies Heilan Hame, Sutherland, Sutherland, Highlands Scotland

Type: Lively And Leisurely Weekly price range: £175 - £739

Pet friendly accommodation is available at Grannies Heilan Hame. Enviably situated on a beautiful beach commanding magnificent views of Ben Bhraggie and the Dornoch Firth Grannie's Heilan' Hame sits just 3 miles from charming Dornoch. An idyllic perfectly located base for exploring the breathtaking beauty and abundant activities of the Scottish Highlands.

There's something to suit everyone at Grannie's Heilan' Hame from the heated indoor pool and wealth of leisure facilities to fun and games provided for children in Treetops Grove. Once evening falls the park's own traditional village pub offers an ideal way to relax before settling down to enjoy the wonderful family entertainment on offer every night.

• Spa bath sauna and solarium*
• Grannie Mac's family entertainment lounge
• Treetops Tots (under 4s)
• Treetops Grove featuring Maxi and Milli (4–10s)
• Freestyle Club (10–15s)
• Village pub
• Boston House Lounge with conservatory and alfresco dining area
• Mac's café and takeaway
• Wi-Fi access ( in designated areas)
• Mini 10-pin bowling*
• Games room with pool video games and amusements*
• Adventure playground
• Crazy golf
• Dog walking area
• Mini supermarket
• Launderette*

Phone enquiries: 0345 498 6152

Auchenlarie, Gatehouse of Fleet, Kirkcudbrightshire, South West Scotland

Type: Relax And Explore Weekly price range: £153 - £1941

Pet friendly accommodation is available at Auchenlarie. Commanding an impressive location overlooking the picturesque Wigtown Bay and with direct access to a secluded sandy beach Auchenlarie is ideal for an active family holiday or peaceful and relaxing short break.

This beautifully landscaped park also boasts its very own Health Club complete with indoor pool gym sauna and solarium. The local area boasts historic castles and houses through to scenic forest and hill walks plus over 30 golf courses and fishing all within easy reach.

If you are looking for a quieter pace there is a superb restaurant and a choice of two different bars. Alternatively you can simply relax in the comfort of your own holiday home and savour the superb sea views and beautiful scenery.

Due to the steep gradients and steps the park is not suitable for wheelchair users and those people with mobility difficulties.

• Kiddie's pool area*
• Sauna Solarium*
• Beauty Salon* hairdressers*
• Private beach
• Family entertainment*
• Children's club with 'Peter the Panda'*
• Function suite*
• Takeaway Bistro
• Amusements* Crazy golf*
• Competitions* bingo*
• Adventure playgrounds
• Shop Off Licence
• Launderette*

Phone enquiries: 0345 498 6152

Whitecairn Holiday Park, Newton Stewart, Wigtownshire, South West Scotland

Type: Peace And Quiet Weekly price range: £284 - £650

Pet friendly accommodation is available at Whitecairn Holiday Park. Nestling on a hillside overlooking the sparkling waters of Luce Bay Whitcairn boasts panoramic views over the Mull of Galloway to the Isle of Man and beyond. On the edge of pretty Glenluce village and close to sandy beaches you're ideally located for exploring this picturesque Scottish area.

The park has a launderette children's outdoor play area and trout fishing (catch and release) is also available. From April until October guests can use the indoor heated swimming pool* at the nearby sister park just 1 ½ miles away. *Charges apply.

• Indoor heated swimming pool at sister park (1½ miles)*
• Trout fishing – catch and release
• Children's outdoor play area
• Launderette*

Phone enquiries: 0345 498 6152

Luce Bay Holiday Park, Newton Stewart, Wigtownshire, South West Scotland

Type: Peace And Quiet Weekly price range: £210 - £630

Pet friendly accommodation is available at Luce Bay Holiday Park. Enjoying a truly unique and peaceful setting adjacent to the beach below Sinniness Point this park offers a paradise to those seeking an away from it all holiday.

Luce Bay offers superb fishing and safe swimming – warmed by the Gulf stream. There is a shop (Apr 1–Oct 31) a children's play area and the third oldest inn in Scotland is just 50 yds from the entrance to the park.

Panoramic views of the Mull of Galloway and the Isle of Man combine to make this an unforgettable holiday location. This is an ideal location for golfers with four courses within 20 miles and Turnberry only an hour's drive.

Phone enquiries: 0345 498 6152

Piperdam Lodges, Dundee, Angus, East Scotland

Type: Relax And Explore Weekly price range: £256 - £3479

Pet friendly accommodation is available at Piperdam Lodges. Surrounded by over 500 acres of idyllic Angus countryside Piperdam unites a magnificent setting with award-winning facilities for the ultimate Scottish experience.

Together with superb log lodges you enjoy a heated indoor pool complete with a sauna steam room and spa. Also available is the 9-hole 'Wee Piper' golf course a welcome complement to the established 18-hole 'Osprey' golf course driving range and practice green. At the centre of Piperdam sits a 40-acre loch offering something for all lovers of fishing from experienced angler to novice alike.

The conservatory restaurant commands spectacular views over the loch and golf course and provides a perfect way to end the day enjoying the best in local produce. The lounge and bar are also on hand for lighter snacks.

A wealth of breathtaking scenery awaits on the doorstep and Piperdam is ideally situated for exploring the glorious Scottish Glens and Highlands.

• Sauna steam room and spa bath
• Beauty treatments*
• Lounge Bar and conservatory restaurant
• Children's adventure play area

Phone enquiries: 0345 498 6152

Great Glen Water Park, Kinlochlochy, Inverness shire, Highlands Scotland

Type: Relax And Explore Weekly price range: £163 - £1499

Pet friendly accommodation is available at Great Glen Water Park. Surrounded by magnificent scenery on the shores of Loch Oich and Loch Lochy with the wooded hills of the Great Glen behind this park offers an excellent variety of watersports and land based activities together with the comfort and convenience of holiday lodges many of which have been refurbished for 2010. (Loch Oich Premier Loch View Premier and Struan Cottage)

There is lots to do for all your family at any time of the year with the facilities provided by the licenced activity centre and the wide range of outdoor pursuits available locally. Great Glen is open all year round – and the scenes and activities make for a perfect destination whatever the season. There is good local skiing (from beginners to advanced) on Aonach Mor ski resort nearby.

• Indoor heated swimming pool
• Half size tennis court
• Table tennis*
• Canoeing & Kayaking*
• Gorge walking*
• Cro-Kick*
• Disc golf*
• Short mat bowls*
• Petanque*
• Snorkelling* and WaterWalkerz*
• White water rafting*
• Fencing*
• Archery*
• 4x4 driving*
• Clay pigeon shooting*
• Mountain biking*
• Quad biking*
• Paintball*
• Salmon and trout fishing
• FUNdamentals* (gymnastics for under 6s)
• Sauna Solarium* and Jacuzzi
• Bar restaurant and coffee shop
• Games room
• Children's play area

Phone enquiries: 0345 498 6152

Mortonhall, Edinburgh, Midlothian, Borders-Scotland

Type: Relax And Explore Weekly price range: £289 - £725

Pet friendly accommodation is available at Mortonhall. Mortonhall awarded the David Bellamy Gold Award for Conservation offers you the best of both worlds from its setting within Edinburgh's city boundary in a private and secluded 200 acre country estate. In a sheltered position with southerly views to the Pentland Hills it is only 4 miles into the city and within easy reach of the city attractions. Accessed easily by all major routes.

The old woodland garden hosts specimen trees from all parts of the world and offers delightful secluded walks. The Stable Bar and the restaurant with its sunny courtyard extends good Scottish hospitality – including a wide selection of fine malt whiskies.

• Table tennis
• Restaurant bar
• Children's playground
• Games room
• Wi-Fi access*
• Shop
• Launderette*

Phone enquiries: 0345 498 6152