Located in the fishing village of Portknockie in Buckie, Moray, Gracemount is a fully renovated stone cottage that sleeps seven people across four bedrooms. The cottage features a single and twin room on the ground floor, along with a shower room, and two doubles upstairs, one with an en-suite shower room, and a bathroom. The open plan living area includes a kitchen, dining area, and sitting area, as well as a separate sitting room with an electric fire. Outside, there is off-road parking for two cars and an enclosed rear patio with furniture. The cottage is just a few minutes' walk from the harbour and beach, making it an ideal base for exploring the town of Cullen, the Moray Firth coastline, or Elgin.
Amenities at Gracemount include gas central heating, an electric fire in the sitting room, electric oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, two TVs with Freeview, DVD player, radio/CD player, and WiFi. Fuel and power are included in the rent, as well as bed linen and towels. A cot and highchair are available on request, and bike storage can be arranged. Pets and smoking are not allowed on the property, and stag/hen parties are not permitted. The cottage is conveniently located near shops, a pub, the harbour, and the sea, offering easy access to local amenities and attractions.
Portknockie is a cliff top village overlooking a natural harbour on the Moray Firth coast, surrounded by rugged cliffs, coves, and beaches. Birdwatchers will enjoy the colonies of seabirds nesting on the cliffs, while dolphins and seals can often be spotted offshore. The village has a variety of shops, including a general food store, pub, and butcher's shop. Nearby Cullen is famous for its fish soup, known as "Cullen Skink," a delicious smoked haddock and potato dish. The North East of Scotland is a hidden gem waiting to be discovered, with stunning landscapes and a rich cultural heritage to explore.
Self-catering cottage holidays in the UK and Ireland can still be a green option. You can have the comforts of home and the flexibility to do what you want; when you want - without the hassles of air travel!