Guests say
Guests consistently praise the cottage for its cosy atmosphere, well-equipped facilities, and prime location close to the sea. The property is celebrated for its cleanliness, comfortable furnishings, and the thoughtful touches provided by the owners. While there are minor suggestions for improvements, the overall sentiment is highly positive, with many expressing a desire to return.
Reviews frequently mention the property being 'lovely and clean', 'spotlessly clean', and 'immaculately clean', indicating a high standard of cleanliness that guests appreciate.
The location is highly praised for its proximity to the coast, beautiful local villages, and stunning sea views. However, one guest noted difficulty finding the property due to a postcode issue, slightly impacting the score.
Guests are very satisfied with the comfort provided by the cottage, mentioning 'comfy beds', 'cosy towels', and a 'very comfortable living room'. The overall comfort of the property contributes to a relaxing holiday experience.
The cottage is described as well-equipped with excellent kitchen facilities, though there are minor comments about the TV being hard to navigate and a suggestion for information on regulating the heating. These small issues lead to a slightly lower score.
While guests appreciate the welcoming atmosphere and mention a 'surprise welcome pack', there is not enough information to determine if such gifts are a consistent offering. Therefore, it's important to note that while such thoughtful gestures may occur, they are not guaranteed.
About this property
Resting on the Scottish coast in the seaside village of Portknockie is this wonderful semi-detached house, 4 Gordon Street. This delightful fisherman's cottage showcases a pastel blue exterior and roadside parking, along with having easy access to many of Moray's stunning coastal towns, making for a superb holiday home for a group of six. After taking in the surrounding sea breeze, venture inside the idyllic dwelling to find yourself in an inviting sitting room; kick off your shoes and unwind on the sofas in front of the warm woodburning stove and TV. The kitchen is fitted with all the essentials needed to rustle up those home-cooked favourites, to be enjoyed at the close-by dining table with all the family.
The ground floor is home to a wonderful king-size bedroom for you to rest your head in after a day filled with coastal walks; the bedroom also benefits from being close to a bathroom with a bath and shower over. Head upstairs to find two more bedrooms, one being a double and the other being a spacious twin room - perfect for the kids! After a well-deserved rest, spend the day exploring the clifftop village of Portknockie with its handful of friendly pubs, convenience store and award-winning Portknockie Fish and Chip Shop a stone’s throw away; the village is also home to a stunning harbour and open-air paddling pool, as well as numerous walking trails to embark on, including the Portknockie cliffs path where you can view the famed Bow Fiddle Rock.
Travel west to Findochty via the Coastal Trail and catch the sun's rays on Findochty Beach; before continuing on to the town of Buckie where you can find a fantastic golf club, Heritage Centre, and harbour. Travel further along the coast to the town of Elgin and tour the fascinating Elgin and Moray Motor Museums, marvel at the historic landmark of Lady Hill and enjoy a riverside picnic at Cooper Park. Make the most of Moray's coastline, where if you’re lucky you may be able to spot the Moray Firth dolphins which frequent the shores and visit the picture-postcard settlements of Banff, Lossiemouth and Cullen where a plethora of activities for all ages are waiting to be experienced.
There is also the popular WDC Scottish Dolphin Centre, where you can visit the observation hut with live web cameras and film screenings. For a memorable stay in Moray, in a charming setting, choose 4 Gordon Street. EPC Rating: Band F
The seaside village of Portknockie is a popular holiday destination resting on the Moray Firth in Moray, Scotland. Boasting a pebble beach, a delightful open-air swimming pool and a quaint harbour, Portknockie garners many visitors each year. Visitors can enjoy embarking on the village's coastal paths of Portnockie Cliffs and Jenny's Well where they can capture the dramatic landscapes of Scotland's coast, including Bow Fiddle Rock and the extensive Cullen Bay.
Accommodation
Three bedrooms: 1 x ground-floor king-size, 1 x double, 1 x twin.
Ground-floor bathroom with bath, shower over, basin, heated towel rail and WC.
Kitchen/diner.
Utility.
Sitting room with woodburning stove
Gas central heating with woodburning stove.
Oven, hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, Nespresso coffee machine.
Internet TV, WiFi, selection of books and games.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Highchair, travel cot and stairgate available.
Ample roadside parking.
One well-behaved pet welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop and pub 0.1 miles, beach 0.3 miles.
Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping Bond of £350.
Note: No hen, stag or similar parties.
Please note, this property accepts holiday letters only, no government bookings or workers are permitted.
Nearby points of interest
- Cullen Beach
- Sunnyside Beach
- Cullen Viaduct
- Findlater Castle
- Buckie and District Fishing Heritage Centre
- Strathlene Golf Club
Reviews (20)
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Gillian
Immaculately clean and lovely furnishings. The property owner was very helpful when we had a small issue that was quickly resolved. Would highly recommend and will def go back when in that area again
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Matthew
We loved the location, the Moray Firth has so much to offer at all times of the year, and Portknockie has everything you need, convenience store, Chinese takeaway, fish & chip store as well as a pub. The cottage itself is warm and cosy and has everything we needed for a comfortable stay. You can tell the owners take great pride in the property, communication was great and it was spotlessly clean. Weâve stayed in the area many times before and wouldnât hesitate to recommend this lovely cottage. We hope we can return sometime soon. Thanks very much for a lovely stay!
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Bettina
We had a Great Stay!