Elgin holiday farmhouse accommodation with beach/lake nearby, internet access, balcony/terrace and walking

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  • Farmhouse
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • Min stay varies
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Key information

  • 100% refund within 24 hours after booking. See Policies & House Rules
  • Beach / lakeside relaxation
  • Nearest beach 3 km
  • Child friendly
  • Car essential
  • Pet friendly
  • Private garden

From the owner

Old Duffus farmhouse, on historic, family run Duffus Estate, provides a spacious yet homely atmosphere, perfect for families or other larger groups. Fresh air and rural tranquillity abound - the farm is surrounded by open fields filled with bird song. With stunning views of Duffus Castle, the property is the ideal place to retreat and relax. Just imagine a stroll through the castle ruins as the sun sets across fields of golden barley......or a sunny evening BBQ and fire bowl with a killer castle view!

It sleeps 8 (2 doubles & 2 twins) and both bathrooms are on the ground floor therefore making it easier for those with more limited mobility. There is a wood burning stove in the sitting room for cooler evenings and also an open fire in the kitchen - great for setting the atmosphere for those long, lazy dinners around the large farmhouse kitchen table. Complementary logs are provided from the Estate.

The area is packed with things to do: from exploring the gorgeously unspoilt Moray coastline with its miles of quiet golden sandy beaches, cliff top trails, caves, sea stacks and dolphin spotting to the Speyside whisky trial, numerous historic attractions such as Spynie Palace and Brodie Castle, golf and cycling to name but a few!

The nearby village of Duffus has a lovely local shop, post office and play park whilst Elgin boasts some great independent shops, e.g. Gordon & MacPhail - the local whisky emporium and Pencil Me In - the local pencil emporium!

The property is located approximately 2 miles south of the village of Duffus and approximately 4 miles north of Elgin. It is within easy reach of the A96 that runs between Inverness and Aberdeen which both have airports.

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Amenities

Bed & bathroom

  • Bedroom 1: Double Bed
  • Bedroom 2: Double Bed
  • Bedroom 3: 2 Single Beds
  • Bedroom 4: 2 Single Beds
  • 1 Family bathroom, 1 Shower room

Families

  • Great for children of all ages
  • Pets welcome
  • 2 Cots available
  • High chair available

Access

  • Parking
  • Not suitable for wheelchair users

Essentials

  • Wi-Fi available
  • Private garden
  • BBQ
  • Patio
  • Balcony or terrace
  • Internet access
  • Central heating
  • Fireplace
  • Cooker
  • Fridge
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Toaster
  • Kettle
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Clothes dryer
  • Iron
  • High chair available
  • TV
  • DVD player
  • Stereo system
  • Linen provided
  • Towels provided
  • Housekeeping Included

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Interaction with guest

We live locally and try to pop in to say 'hello'. We do both work full time, have a young family as well as running the Estate, so sometimes we might not make it round - please don't be offended! We are however very happy to help, so if you need any information or have any questions about the house please do get in touch by phone or email and we will do our best to help.
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50% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 4 weeks before check-in.

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Things to know

Check in: 16:00 Check out: 10:00
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Smoking

No smoking at this property

House rules

- Please strip all used beds vacate the property by 10am on the morning of departure.

- We accept up to 2 well behaved dogs. We kindly ask that dogs are kept out of the bedrooms, off all the furniture and any mess in the garden is cleared up prior to departure.

- Please leave outdoor shoes in the porch

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About the owner

Caroline D.
Tourist Licence
MO-00110-F
Average reply time:
27 minutes

Calendar updated:
18 Apr 2024

Years listed:
15

Languages spoken: English
This Farmhouse has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and sleeps 8. It has been listed on Holiday Lettings since 30 Jan 2009. Located in Moray, it has 56 reviews with an overall rating of 5. The average weekly rate varies from £1145 to £3206.
The Owner has a response rate of 100% and the property’s calendar was last updated on 18 Apr 2024.
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Reviews

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carrockaroo

Loved it.
Oct 2023

Lovely house in a great location. We loved going to hear the bats at night with the bat detector. The house was clean and warm and very spacious.

Reviewed 29 Feb 2024

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Owner's reply:
Thank you for your comments, it's fascinating to hear the bats using the bat detector! I am very happy to hear you enjoyed your stay.

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Lee1966Preston
Preston

Great Easter Break
Apr 2023

a lovely large house. We visited during Easter and it comfortably housed all the family and 3 dogs. location was calm with gardens for teh dogs to play. Views over the castle and plenty of local wal… More 

Reviewed 25 Jan 2024

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Owner's reply:
Thank you for your comments - I am very happy to hear you enjoyed your stay.

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Quest27938031861

Fantastic house
Jul 2023

Fantastic house in a really lovely part of Scotland. Everything that you could possibly want is provided. The house is also immaculate, very comfortable and really well located. We will be back!

Reviewed 5 Oct 2023

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Owner's reply:
Thanks for your lovely comments - we are delighted you enjoyed your stay.

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Allershausen
Preston, United Kingdom

A great house with fantastic views of the Castle, and everything you need !
Apr 2023

We were a group of 7 people and 3 dogs with 3 cars, and had more than enough space for a very comfortable long Easter weekend. The house has lots of character, is well decorated, and is bright and war… More 

Reviewed 12 Apr 2023

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Owner's reply:
I am delighted that you enjoyed a wonderful weekend at Old Duffus Farmhouse. Thank you for taking the time to write a review, we put our heart and soul into our cottages and it is lovely to hear such great feedback. We look forward to welcoming you back again in the future.

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Barbara G

Fantastic house, in a super location. The perfect family holiday.
Nov 2020

We had a lovely stay at Duffus Farmhouse. A fantastic house with everything we needed. A super garden, perfectly equipped for sitting out and enjoying the views of the castle. Kids really enjoyed pl… More 

Reviewed 9 Nov 2020

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Owner's reply:
Thanks for leaving such a lovely review. I'm delighted to hear what a fabulous time you had. Hopefully we'll have the opportunity to welcome you back in the future. Warm regards Caroline

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FAQs

How do I find more info about the property?

You can get in touch with Caroline (the owner) through the contact form on this page.

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Send Caroline (the owner) an email through the contact form on this page. Alternatively, if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.

How do I contact Caroline (the owner)?

Send an email through the contact form on this page. Or if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.

If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your holiday booking to view Caroline the owner's contact details or send them a message.

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Or send Caroline (the owner) an enquiry through the Contact the owner/manager form if you’d like a quote or more info first.

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Use the Book your stay form to pay provisionally online. You can pay by credit/debit card or PayPal. Caroline (the owner) will have 24 hours to accept the booking and no money will leave your account before then.

If you’ve been sent a quote, simply accept it and pay online through the email we sent you. You can also do this in Manage your holiday booking.

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Why can't I call Caroline (the owner) before booking?

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How do damage deposits work?

In most cases, you don’t pay a damage deposit up front. Instead, we save your payment details securely and you’re only charged in the event of damage to the property.

Occasionally, you will pay a damage deposit up front as part of the total rental cost. In this case, the owner has 10 days after you check out to report any damage. If they don’t, we’ll return your deposit. If their claim is successful, we’ll deduct the agreed cost and return the remainder.

How can I view and manage my booking?

Go to Manage your holiday booking to view all your booking details, pay the balance of your holiday or cancel it if you need to.

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You can pay the remaining balance of your holiday at any point. Simply go to Manage my holiday booking and click Pay now.

We’ll automatically charge the balance payment to the same payment method 10 days before it’s due. Go to Manage my holiday booking to see when the payment will be taken.

How can I retract my booking request?

You’ll need to contact Caroline (the owner) to do this. Send them a message in Manage your holiday booking or through the contact form on this page.

How do I cancel my booking?

Go to Manage your holiday booking to cancel your booking. Here you can view your cancellation policy to see if you’ll be refunded.

How do I edit my booking?

You can request to change the dates or number of people on your booking via the Manage your holiday booking page. To change your holiday dates use the Edit booking button. If you need to change the number of guests staying then send Caroline (the owner) a message.

If Caroline (the owner) agrees, they’ll send you a revised quote outlining the changes. You can review and accept/decline this from the Manage your holiday booking page. You’ll have 48 hours to take action before the revised quote expires.

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