And there’s no more perfect place to escape the stress of everyday life than Craighead Howf – a collection of magical holiday homes just a short drive from Edinburgh.
Tucked away between sprawling hills north of Dunblane, Craighead Howf offers visitors the chance to stay in a range of properties – from tree-top houses to Hobbit holes with brightly coloured doors. Here is a look inside the magical site, which is like something taken straight from a Tolkien novel.

9. Inside the Red Burrow
Like the Green Burrow, this one has a wood burner, star-gazing window and an outdoor fire pit. While sitting outside, visitors will find themselves surrounded by all kinds of animals including ponies, donkeys, pygmy goats and Highland cows. Photo: Craighead Howf