Scotland is located in northern Europe and forms part of the United Kingdom, occupying the northern third of the island of Great Britain.
It is bordered by England to the south, the Atlantic Ocean to the west and north, and the North Sea to the east.
Scotland also includes more than 790 islands, notably the Hebrides, Orkney, and Shetland islands.
Its geography features rugged Highlands, fertile Lowlands, and a deeply indented coastline. Scotland's position gives it strong maritime connections to Ireland, Scandinavia, and mainland Europe.
Popular areas of Scotland with International Buyers - investment or personal use, listed by owner, for sale by real estate agent and for rent:
Where can I find the best luxury homes for sale in Scotland
Luxury homes for sale come in a variety of types in Scotland, each catering to different tastes, lifestyles, and locations.
Large estate homes, or privately owned properties are usually located on large land plots, and can have multiple buildings on the land such as guest houses, and often come with lovely gardens, private driveways, pools, and tennis courts.
Top-floor units such as penthouse apartments can often be found in luxury high-rise buildings, offering panoramic views, private elevators, rooftop terraces, concierge services.
Luxury homes can come as waterfront properties, which are highly sought after and can be located directly on oceans, lakes, or rivers, depending on the specific location in question.
These desirable homes can also come with private docks, beach access, large decks, open floor plans with water views, again depending on the location being considered.
Upscale townhouses or lofts in metropolitan areas can come with designer interiors, high-end appliances, rooftop decks, and can be close to restaurants, galleries, and entertainment facilities.
Gated community villas are high-end homes in exclusive, master-planned communities, and often come with clubhouses, golf courses, private security and community pools.
Eco-luxury homes are environmentally sustainable homes without sacrificing comfort, and can come with solar panels, built with reclaimed materials, green roofs, and passive heating and cooling.
