Burghead Cottage
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About the home
With a large living /dining area as well as a separate lounge, a king size double and a twin room, four people can easily feel at home here. We can also provide a cot or an extra camp bed for those with young families. The enclosed garden means the cottage is also ideal for those with well behaved dogs.
The cottage is equipped with all mod cons and we provide all the linen and towels you may need. We also provide a welcome pack in case you don't have time to buy all your groceries before you get to us.
The cottage was totally refurbished in June 2008.
| Size: | Sleeps up to 5, 2 bedrooms |
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| Nearest beach: | Roseisle, 500m |
| Will consider: | Short breaks |
| Access: | Car advised Nearest amenities: 200m |
| Family friendly? | Suitable for children of all ages Suitable for people with restricted mobility |
| Notes: | Pets welcome No smoking at this property Self-catering |
Facilities
| Luxuries: | DVD player |
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| General: | Central heating, TV, CD player, Wi-fi available |
| Standard: | Kettle, Toaster, Iron, Hair dryer |
| Utilities: | Clothes dryer, Dishwasher, Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Washing machine |
| Rooms: | 2 Bedrooms, 1 family bathroom |
| Furniture: | Single beds (2), Double beds (1), Dining seating for 6, Lounge seating for 8 |
| Other: | Linen and towels provided Highchair available |
| Outdoors: | Private garden, BBQ |
Further details indoors:
Lounge:
2 three-seater leather sofa’s, coffee table, flat screen TV with freeview and DVD player, CD/Radio with Ipod docking station, gas ‘coal effect’ burning stove.
Kitchen:
Fitted kitchen with oven, electric hob, microwave, dishwasher, fridge/freezer, crockery, cutlery, glasses and cooking utensils, washing machine (tumble drier in shed!) ironing board and iron, vacuum cleaner.
Dining/Living area:
Open plan to kitchen with table with 6 chairs, 2 two-seater leather sofa’s, coffee table.
Master Bedroom:
King Size double bed with luxury linen and duvet, bedside tables with lamps, chest of drawers, full length mirror, built in wardrobe, radio alarm clock.
Twin Bedroom:
Antique twin beds with bedside table and lamp, radio alarm clock, chest of drawers, full length mirror, built in wardrobe.
Bathroom:
Brand new 3 piece suite with separate power shower.
Further details outdoors:
There is a small enclosed garden with patio area, table and chairs, and a garden shed to store the barbecue ready for those long summer evenings….
Further details
We usually work with a Saturday changeover day, although we are flexible between November and Easter. The cottage is ready from 4pm on your arrival date.
We expect the cottage to be left in a clean and tidy condition as you find it, otherwise we reserve the right to levy a cleaning surcharge. The property should be vacated by 10am on the departure date.
The Scottish Highlands region
This area of the Moray Firth is renowned for having more sunshine hours than anywhere else in Scotland. There has been a settlement in Burghead since the mists of time, with the Pictish fort being built in the 5th century.
The modern town dates from around 1805 when planned towns and villages were laid out at the time of the Highland Clearances.
Burghead is also one of the few places in the Highlands where the ancient practice of Burning of the Clavie still takes place on the night of January 11 (the original Hogmanay before the calendar changed in 1660). The "Clavie" is a half barrel filled with wood shavings and tar. It is carried, burning, clockwise around the streets of Burghead before being set down on a stone altar, remains of the old Pictish fort on the ancient Doorie Hill. More fuel is added until the hillside is ablaze with a beacon of fire and embers are said to bring good luck. In 1704 a law was passed against Clavies and it was condemned as "an abominable heathenish practice”. But the ritual of Clavie burning still continues in Burghead...
The altar on Doorie Hill is clearly visible from the cottage bedroom window if the elements are against you!
The Elgin / Speyside area
There are many fine golf courses within an hour’s drive. This is the Region where green fees are among the most affordable in the land and where there is not only world class golf by the seaside but splendid inland and parkland challenges to perfectly complement them. Elgin and the Moray Golf club in Lossiemouth spring easily to mind.
There are also short par 3 courses for beginners or children.
Follow the world-famous Malt Whisky Trail through Speyside to seven working distilleries, including a fascinating cooperage and a historic distillery. From Benromach to Dallas Dhu, a perfect time capsule of whisky-making; from Glen Moray to Strathisla, home and heart of Chivas Regal; from the Glen Grant distillery to the Speyside Cooperage where real coopers work with incredible speed and skill; from Glenfiddich to The Glenlivet and the Cardhu distillery, Scotland’s whisky trail signposts lead you through the picturesque lush countryside of Speyside, the world’s favourite malt whisky region.
Spirit of Speyside Whisky Festival 1st – 9th May 2009 www.spiritofspeyside.com A Fabulous Festival days packed with Whisky Music, Food and Fun at venues throughout Speyside. 200 Events to entertain and enthral whisky lovers, their friends and family.
Castle lovers are also well catered for. Brodie, Cawdor and Ballindalloch castles are amongst the most romatic lived in castles, whilst it is hard to beat the ruins of Duffus, Spynie Palace, Huntly castle or even Urquhart castle on the shores of Loch Ness.
The county town of Elgin has plenty of shops, including the whisky specialist Gordon & MacPhails, Johnstons Cashmere Visitor Centre and shop and two 24 hour supermarkets, a great leisure centre with pool and ice skating, a 10 pin bowling centre and the beautiful ruins of Elgin cathedral, once only second to St Andrews in importance.
And then there's Inverness itself and Loch Ness, only an hour away, the Cairngorms National Park, a whole host of interesting fishing villages with their 17th century harbours, a myriad of paths and trails to follow, wildlife watching opportunities in abundance and much, much more....
How to get there
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| Airport: | Inverness: 50 km |
| Railway: | Elgin: 11 km |
With an increasing number of cheap airlinks to Scotland, our cottage in Burghead is easily accessible from anywhere in the world. It is about 30 miles (one hour’s drive) from Inverness and about 75 miles from Aberdeen airports (just over 2 hours). There is car hire readily available at both airports.
By Car:
From Inverness follow the A96 towards Aberdeen to Forres. At the roundabout take the first left, the B9011, signposted Findhorn and Burghead. After a couple of miles, bear right at Kinloss towards Burghead on the B9089. Bear left into Burghead and continue up Grant Street until you see the brown tourist information sign to the Well. Turn right here, into Church Street and the cottage is immediately on your right.
From Aberdeen. Follow A96 through Elgin. After about 3 miles take the right turn signposted Burghead and the Pictish Fort (B9013). As you come into Burghead, continue up Grant Street until you see the brown tourist information sign to the Well. Turn right here, into Church Street and the cottage is immediately on your right.
Activities near Elgin
Horse Riding
Golf within 30 mins drive
Fishing
Walking holidays
Rural / countryside retreats
Beach or lakeside relaxation
Cycling holidays
Reviews
 02 Oct 2011 |
I can give no higher praise 'than its like home from home'. Clean, tidy, well appointed situated in a lovely part of the world, with plenty to do, local people make you feel very welcome and the owners Colin and Wendy go that extra mile to make your stay hassle free. Local history and wildlife in abundance with walks and outings galore, Good shopping in the nearby towns of Elgin, Inverness and Forres with some excellent dining available in the area. if you like golf, you will be in your element as the area has numerous courses. The Dolphins were about most days playing and feeding in the bay. Thanks again for a great break. Hamish , Lorraine and family. |
26 Aug 2011 |
The service we received prior to our holiday was efficient and professional. The cottage is superbly equipped and a 'welcome pack' was even provided on arrival. It is spacious and tastefully decorated and furnished throughout. It really feels homely and there wasn't anything we needed throughout the week that wasn't provided. The cottage is nicely situated within the town and is close to basic amenities. The scenery and countryside is breathtaking and whether on foot or on a bike, just needs to be discovered at a leisurely pace! The fact that the ambling forests often lead to the sea-front is an added bonus! Miles and miles of golden sands are great for children and walkers alike! A personal highlight for me was the sight of the Tornadoes flying along the coastline, practising manoevres for RAF Lossimouth situated along the coast. All in all, a perfect and relaxing holiday in what must be one of the most beautiful countries in the world. Thank-you :-) |
10 Aug 2011 |
Lovely cottage, nicely decorated and very clean. Welcome pack was thoughtful and felt very at home here. Also had nice little garden with small decked area. Would stay here again without hesitation. |
Guestbook for Burghead Cottage
'Of the many holiday cottages we have stayed in over the years, this one was by far the cleanest. Very well thought out and provisioned. We have really enjoyed our stay here. It's a beautiful part of Scotland. Lots to do and see. Not enough time to do it all!' David and Fiona, Banchory Sept 2011
'The best kept cottage we have stayed in. Very thoughtful to leave toys etc for our young daughter. She (and we) appreciated it very much!' Trevor, Canada, June 2010
'We have absolutely no criticisms - everything has been absolutely fantastic from the cleanliness to the comfort of the accommodation. The cottage is excellently appointed, with everything you may need and is very much home away from home. Many thanks'. Stephen, Glasgow, May 2010
'Excellent from beginning to end. Lovely place, area relaxed and welcoming, neighbours friendly. Keep up the good work, you have thought of everything!' Tracey, West Midlands, April 2010
'Much better quality cottage than others we have stayed in - modern, warm and very nicely renovated with quality fixtures etc. Competitively priced too. Very thoughtful to leave wine, bacon etc in fridge.' Jo, Fife, February 2010
Rental prices
| Rental prices originally quoted in: British £ | Convert to: |
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| Period | From | To | Weekly | Nightly rate | Minimum stay | |
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| Off Peak 2012 | 7 Jan 12 | 31 Mar 12 | £ 325 | 75 | 75 | 3 Nights |
| Easter/Early spring | 31 Mar 12 | 26 May 12 | £ 425 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Early summer | 26 May 12 | 30 Jun 12 | £ 450 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Peak 2012 | 30 Jun 12 | 1 Sep 12 | £ 525 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Autumn | 1 Sep 12 | 27 Oct 12 | £ 450 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Off Peak | 27 Oct 12 | 22 Dec 12 | £ 350 | 75 | 75 | 3 Nights |
| Festive Period | 22 Dec 12 | 5 Jan 13 | £ 475 | - | - | 1 Week |
The property's weekend rates apply to: Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights
NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.
Preferred payment by cheque or by bank transfer.
£25 discount for a second week.
Supplement of £10 per dog.
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Contact the owner
* Required fields Please check the following errors: | 4 years listed You are contacting Wendy Clements
Languages spoken    The owner is based in the United Kingdom and has advertised with Holiday Lettings since 2007. This cottage has received 5 reviews from previous guests.  |
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