The Brown Trout Hotel - Situated in the historic village of Watten, near Loch Watten, this family-run hotel provides a friendly and welcoming atmosphere, complemented by comfortable accommodation and fantastic home-cooked food. An ideal base for fishing, Loch Watten is the second largest loch in Caithness, and is renowned for its wild brown trout - from which the hotel takes its name. The Brown Trout Hotel is also just 7 miles from the picturesque fishing port of Wick and 14 miles from the historic town of Thurso.

Invernairne - Invernairne has a great position overlooking the Moray Firth, and from the garden you can stroll down a path to the beach. This historic mansion has one of the best positions in Nairn, and many of its rooms overlook the sea. Try and spot dolphins, seals, yachts or a beautiful sunset. Invernairne has free Wi-Fi and excellent breakfasts are available. A baronial lounge bar is open until the early evening and hosts a log fire in cooler months.

Creag Meagaidh - Set within the Cairngorm National Park, this small, family-run guest house offers the ideal base from which to explore the wonderful mountain ranges of Cairngorm and Monadh Liath. A comfortable and modern home, Creag Meagaidh stands in the village of Newtonmore, which has a wonderful circular route around it called the Wildcat Trail. This is a fabulous walk (or run) with great views of the River Spey, the Cairngorm Mountains, Creag Dubh, woodlands, waterfalls and all sorts of wildlife. For moments of relaxation, the house has a secluded patio area at the rear. There is also ample parking space to the front of the house, and a secure cleaning and storage area for bikes, skis and other equipment.

Dunhallin House - In the heart of Inverness, Dunhallin House provides excellent bed and breakfast accommodation, just 1 mile from Inverness city centre. Guests will receive a warm Scottish welcome. Dunhallin House provides well furnished rooms, with en suite facilities and comfortable beds. Room features include a TV, DVD player and free loan of DVDs. A regular bus service to the town centre is a short walk from the guest house. An inclusive full Scottish breakfast is provided. Relax in the comfortable lounge area, with a selection of books and games. Free parking, free Wi-Fi internet access and complimentary use of an internet laptop are available to guests.

Mayfield Bed and Breakfast - Boasting fantastic views over Ben Nevis and the Nevis Range of mountains, this small, family-run B&B is set in the rural village of Torlundy, just 3 miles away from Fort William. Your hosts, Michael and Maxean, aim to make your stay at Mayfield comfortable, relaxing and enjoyable. They will be on-hand to help and advise you on how to get the best from your stay in the Highlands, they can even provide suggested tour guide information for you. Mayfield is a bungalow, so there are no stairs inside, however there are 4 steps up into the house. If you have difficulty with steps, please contact the house prior to making a reservation to discuss suitability as there are no disabled facilities.

Aslaich Bed and Breakfast - Immersed within a spectacular countryside setting and close to the shores of Loch Ness, this welcoming B&B is situated in the picturesque village of Lewiston, adjoining the village of Drumnadrochit. The ideal base from which to explore the beauty of the Scottish Highlands, during your stay at Aslaich you can easily visit Culloden Battlefield, Fort William, Corrimony Chambered Cairn, Fort George, Urquhart Castle and the breathtaking scenery of Glen Affric. You can also try to spot Nessie, or see evidence of previous sightings at the Loch Ness Exhibition Centres. After a long day of seeing the sites, you can return to the comfort of Aslaich Bed and Breakfast, which offers an inviting lounge area with Sky TV and an open log fire. Alternatively, you can retire to your comfortable guestroom, complete with all you need for a peaceful night's sleep.

Willowbank - Willowbank is one of the very few listed buildings within the Cairngorms National Park and offers bed and breakfast accommodation just 15 minutes' drive from Aviemore. Willowbank licensed guest house is one of the first properties on the edge of the town as you enter from the South, Aviemore and the Cairngorms. The property has stood in the town of Grantown on Spey, a quiet Georgian town, for over 150 years.

Glenavon House - A small bed and breakfast in the Highland village of Newtonmore, ideally located for walking, bird watching and exploring the beautiful countryside around the Cairngorms. An 18-hole golf course is within walking distance, and other local attractions and beauty spots are nearby. The attractive, Swiss-style house features comfortable, well-equipped rooms complete with en suite showers, hospitality trays and TVs. There is also a guest lounge with a selection of books, and a light and airy dining room.

Craigdarroch House - With a superb quiet location in a Highland forest near Falls of Foyers waterfall, Craigdarroch House has open log fires and stunning panoramic views of Loch Ness. Craigdarroch House has a restaurant in which you can savour a candle-lit dinner in the dining room, with views of the loch and the hills beyond. Bar meals are served all day. The lounge bar has a fine malt whisky collection of 130 whiskies. Relax with a book or watch the wildlife in the surrounding woodland from the comfort of the hotel's conservatory. On the hillside above Loch Ness, Craigdarroch House is great for guests who want to stay in an area of outstanding natural beauty and explore the Highland area.

Trafford Bank Guest House - In the highlands of Inverness, Trafford Bank is a stylish boutique guest house, with AA 5-star status. Inverness Rail station is just a 3-minute drive away. Each beautifully furnished room features a flat-screen TV, a DVD player and a CD player. There is also a Bose iPod docking station and a DAB radio. Some rooms have a luxurious roll top bath. An inclusive full English breakfast is available. Staff are friendly and welcoming. Relax in the picturesque mature gardens at Trafford Bank. Free Wi-Fi internet access and free parking are provided.