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Cottage |2 bedrooms |Sleeps 5

Lossiemouth in Scottish Highlands

From £350 per week |  From £75 per night

3 nights minimum stay

Changeover Saturday

4.5 out of 5

6 reviews | Write a review

Key info  Beach or lakeside relaxation, car advised, pets welcome

About the home

Traditional features combined with contemporary fittings make for a truly special cottage with outstanding views on the banks of the River Lossie. Just a quiet road separates the cottage from the bridge across the river to the fabulous East Beach. 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, highchair and stairgates or an extra camp bed for those with young families.

Lossiemouth is compact, but has the necessary shops, restaurants and pubs. It is ideal, not just for a beach, golfing or fishing holiday, but also for touring the Malt Whisky and Castle trails, as well as longer day trips to places such as the Cairngorms National Park or Loch Ness. We invite you to take a break with us – you can be assured of a warm welcome at any time of year!

Colin & Wendy Clements

Facilities

Further details indoors:
• Lounge or ‘snug’ with freeview TV, DVD, stereo, impressive Inglenook fireplace with gas coal-effect stove, leather sofas
• Living/Dining room with dining table and chairs, leather sofas, a second Inglenook fireplace and stove
• Open Plan Galley kitchen with 5 ring cooker and double oven. Also lovely views of Lossiemouth and the harbour, especially when the Esplanade is lit up at night
• Downstairs WC
• Spacious bathroom
• King Size double bedroom
• Twin room with space for a camp bed or cot if required.
• Both rooms have comfortable window seats – the perfect place to enjoy a glass of wine whilst savouring the river and beachfront views?

Further details outdoors:
Outside there is a gravel hardstanding providing off-street parking for 2 cars, garden shed and a small patio garden (the garden area is not enclosed). Garden furniture and a barbecue are provided.

Further details

• Welcome pack provided on arrival
• Owners live locally and are happy to provide any extra information about the area and things to do
• There is a phone in the cottage which receives incoming calls only. However there is a pay-phone opposite the cottage.

Conditions

• A well-behaved dog is allowed but sorry, no cats. Supplement of £10 per dog.
• Strictly no smoking
• Property available from 4pm on day of arrival. Check out by 10am. Changeover days on Saturdays
• Property to be left in the same clean and tidy state it was found in. We reserve the right to make an additional cleaning charge.
• Hirer responsible for all damage deemed beyond reasonable wear and tear.
• Deposit of £100 due on booking to secure your reservation. Balance due 6 weeks before arrival.

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Location: by the river close to the beach

 

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Seatown Cottage

 

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Seatown Snug, the gas stove is perfect for a romantic evening in!

The Scottish Highlands region

The Scottish Highlands were popularised as a tourist destination when Queen Victoria bought Balmoral Castle in 1848. It is easy to understand why, with the wide open spaces, the 'big' sky, rugged mountains and tranquil glens. Home to many of Scotland's most famous whiskies and the Cairngorms National Park, there are many opportunities for outdoor pursuits, including walking, fishing and mountain biking. There are also plenty of award winning golf courses to enjoy. The Moray Firth coastline is also stunning, with its mix of cliffs and coves and wide beaches with the whitest of sands. Whether you want to take advantage of the many activities on offer or relax and unwind, the Highlands will have something for you!

The Lossiemouth area

Lossiemouth can be found on the Moray coast some five miles north of Elgin. The town owes its existence to Elgin’s need for a port after the entrance to Loch Spynie became blocked by sand in the 1500's.

Around Lossiemouth
There are a number of nice walks from the cottage, along the beach of course, but also along the river and through the woods. Ospreys are frequently seen fishing near the mouth of the Lossie. Or perhaps a walk along the Esplanade to the harbour and marina, maybe stopping at one of the pubs or the Harbour tearooms for refreshments. A walk along the Esplanade probably wouldn’t be complete without a locally made ice cream! At the marina, why not book a boat trip to have a chance of a close encounter with some of the Moray Firth’s resident bottlenosed dolphins and other wildlife?
For evening entertainment, there is live music at The Steamboat Inn on a Friday night or checkout what’s on at The Warehouse Theatre. If you have children with you, take them to explore the ruins of nearby Duffus castle, or on a wet day there’s plenty to keep them entertained swimming or skating at The Moray Leisure Centre in Elgin.

For the practical side of things, Lossiemouth has a small supermarket, a greengrocers, a couple of butchers and a bakery. Otherwise there are 24 hour Tesco’s and Asda’s just 6 miles away in Elgin. However, if you want a total break, you can eat out at a number of fine restaurants or pick up a takeaway!

Whisky
Around half the distilleries in Scotland are found in Speyside, just on our doorstep. In fact, this area has the highest concentration of distilleries anywhere in the world. Many of them including such famous names as Glenfiddich, The Glenlivet, The Macallan and Glen Moray welcome visitors.

What else to do?
Here is a selection of the many other things that may be of interest (full details available at the cottage):
• Visit the ruins of Elgin Cathedral ‘Lantern of the North’, once second in importance only to the cathedral at St Andrew’s
• Get an insight into Scottish history with a local perspective at Elgin Museum, one of the oldest in the country
• See the collection of vintage cars and motor cycles at Moray Motor Museum
• Explore the ruins of Duffus Castle, with its old motte and bailey. Also incidently a great vantage point if the fighter jets are taking off from RAF Lossiemouth
• Visit The Loft Live Music, Bistro and Outdoor Activities
• Go Horse Riding
• Baxters Highland Village for some shopping, a bowl of their famous soup, and a pancake with ice cream and toffee sauce…..
• Visit the only mill in Scotland to transform fibre to finished product at Johnstons Cashmere Visitor Centre and Shop (also good for homebakes!!)
• The kids would love the WDCS Wildlife Centre at Spey Bay
• Play golf at the Championship Course at Moray Golf Club, Lossie, or Elgin Golf Club or one of the other numerous links or inland courses around the area.

How to get there

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With an increasing number of cheap airlinks to Scotland, Seatown Cottage is easily accessible from anywhere in the world.

It is about 50 miles from Inverness and about 75 miles from Aberdeen airports. Car hire is readily available at both airports, with Avis, Hertz and 1car1 being amongst those dealers represented.

From either Inverness or Aberdeen, follow the main A96 in to Elgin. From the South follow the A96 to Aviemore, then the A95 down the Spey Valley then North via Rothes on the A941. At the Halfords roundabout in Elgin, take the A941 towards Lossiemouth. Passing the Buccaneer petrol station and fighter jet, follow this road for about 6 miles.

In Lossie take the 5th right, signed to the East Beach car park and caravan park. Carry on past the pedestrian bridge to the beach, and Seatown Cottage is on your right.

Activities near Lossiemouth

Reviews

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24 Nov 2011

“Fantastic cottage in a fantastic location.” This is a very comfortable, well equipped cottage in a superb location. Literally seconds from a beautiful beach it is ideal for long walks on the beach and through the nearby forest - just perfect for our two Golden Retrievers who have taken a week to recover!. We have visited the cottage for the last two years and can't wait to return.

07 Aug 2011

“Fantastic holiday cottage next to a great beach!” This is a fantastic holiday cottage in a beautiful area of Scotland. It is the best accomodation we have experienced in 8 years of holidaying in Moray. Excellent facilities within the cottage with a... more

24 Jul 2011

“Comfort, convenience - this cottage has it all.” Fabulous cottage in an ideal location - directly opposite the nicest beach in Scotland and great for walking round the town and the harbour. Cottage has all home comforts - we wanted to take the beds home with us! Too many little extra touches to mention, and you are made to feel so welcome by the owners. This is our second visit as a family - and the children are teenagers, who thought they were too old for family seaside holidays - they didn't want to come home. The Moray area is, in my opinion, the nicest in Scotland, and the cottage is well placed as a base to explore the wider area. If you get the weather, you won't need to venture far from the East Beach though.

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19 Jul 2011

“Best cottage ever !” We stayed at Seatown Cottage 18-25th June this yr(2011). The welcome pack was superb,didnt need to buy anything. Great location,just opposite foot bridge to beach,and only 5 mins walk to... more

11 Jul 2011

“Lovely cottage in a great location” We have family in the area we were visiting. Cottage is 20 yards from the bridge to the beach. View from the cottage is great. Interior has everything you would want and is very spacious. Travelled with 2 children aged 9 and 12 and they both loved the place as well. A nice welcome pack had also been left by the owner, nice touch.

08 Jun 2011

“It was so good, We have booked again for September” I cannot praise this Cottage enough.Every thing about it was brilliant.the location, the cleanliness of the Cottage, the area which was almost bolted to the perfect beach. If you book for a week, you will wish you had booked for two. The only downside was having to go back home. Thats why we are booked for September. PS we cant wait Response: Thank you for the great review. Hope we will meet you in September!

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' Very comfortable - all the quality finishing touches make all the difference. Welcome pack was excellent. Cottage was spotless. Fabulous location with lots to do and see. We have had a fantastic week and can't think of anything that we would have liked in the cottage that is not already there!' Louise and Alex, Glasgow, Aug 2011
'Just back from a week in Seatown Cottage and we absolutely loved it! It's a great cottage in a great location - right on the beach! Perfect little home from home! It has everything you could need - kitchen is fully equiped, great shower, comfy bed, plenty of space, wi-fi, DVDS, books, everything! We have recommended it to everyone we know and will definitely be back!' Jan 2011, Sara Stewart, London
'We could quite happily live here!' Jane & Ron, The Netherlands
"Thank you for a lovely time" Angie & Len
"Lovely Cottage. Very Homely. Has everything needed for a lovely break" Carol
"Ideal location with plenty to do and see. Children in particular loved being so close to rive and beach" Christine
"A very enjoyable stay, we expect to be back" Derek
'Wonderful cottage in amazing location. Even the weather was sunny - in December! East Beach fantastic. Will certainly return again' Mark & Verity
'Oh just perfect! is an often overused phrase, but our holiday here has been just that! The cottage, its location and facilities are superb. We've had a truly memorable time here and will leave very reluctantly'. Angie & Ian

Rental prices

Prices for group size 5
Period	From	To	Weekly	Nightly rate		Minimum  stay
				Weekday	Weekend
Off Peak	8 Jan 12	31 Mar 12	350£ 350	0-	0-	3 Nights
Easter Holidays/Spring	31 Mar 12	5 May 12	450£ 450	0-	0-	1 Week
Shoulder Season	5 May 12	30 Jun 12	475£ 475	0-	0-	1 Week
Peak	30 Jun 12	1 Sep 12	585£ 585	0-	0-	1 Week
Autumn	1 Sep 12	27 Oct 12	500£ 500	0-	0-	1 Week
Off Peak	27 Oct 12	22 Dec 12	350£ 350	7575	7575	3 Nights
Festive Season	22 Dec 12	5 Jan 13	475£ 475	0-	0-	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.

Deposit of £100 per week required on booking - payment preferred by cheque or bank transfer.

Balance payable 6 weeks before arrival.

Supplement of £10 per dog.

Discount of £25 for 2 week stays.

Availability

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4 years listed You are contacting Wendy Clements Landline +44 01261 843386 Mobile n/a Web Visit site Languages spoken The owner is based in the United Kingdom and has advertised with Holiday Lettings since 2007. This cottage has received 6 reviews from previous guests.

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