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Fochabers holiday house rental with beach/lake nearby, internet access, walking and fireplace

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  • House
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 9
  • 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 9 km
  • Child friendly
  • Car advised
  • No pets allowed
  • Private garden

From the owner

Due to Covid-19 and the vulnerability of some of our staff, we may not be able to accept certain bookings at this time. We trust you will understand during this difficult time.

Situated in the picturesque village of Fochabers, this recently renovated and new on the holiday market 200 year old Grade 'B' listed former Church of Scotland Manse is set in extremely secluded and professionally maintained grounds within a few minutes' walk of the banks of the river Spey, famous throughout the world for its Salmon fishing and scenery.

In the heart of the Scottish Whisky and Castle trails, this house provides groups of up to 9 the ideal base to explore the North East of Scotland, where dolphin spotting is possible at the WDCS wildlife centre, walks along the Speyside way, Tugnet ice house, monster bike trails, Speyside cooperage, golf courses, forest walks and during the winter months, skiing and snowboarding, mean there is something for everyone in this beautiful part of the world.

The rural village of Fochabers is situated 10 miles from the small Cathedral city of Elgin where there is the local train station and larger shops available.

The village itself is home to the world famous 'Speyfest' an annual festival of the best in traditional and contemporary Celtic music.

There is a spacious drive with ample parking for Five or Six cars and a large green lawn with children's football goalposts, along with a summer house complete with BBQ facilities.

The village shops and pubs are within a couple of minutes stroll from the end of the drive and public transport can also be picked up from the village square.

The property has a large basement (Take care on 200 year old well worn stone steps) with games room which includes an American style pool table (free to use if careful) and small Gym, complete with treadmill, bike, rowing machine etc.

The Ground floor comprises the main entrance hall, the main living room complete with suit of armour an open fire with wood supplied, the dining room, which can seat up to 12, the kitchen and the study/WC.

The living room also has a 50 inch television with Freeview and Blu-ray/DVD player complete with a large selection of films for all ages. (There is also a large collection of books, both factual and fiction for guests use).

The first floor comprises 3 bedrooms and the main bathroom, which has a Sauna, Shower with Steam facility and Whirlpool bath that seats 2 comfortably.

The master bedroom has a huge Super King size sleigh bed, 3m high corniced ceilings and an en-suite with roll top bath and double shower. It has Two large windows with views out over the gardens.

The second bedroom has a king size sleigh bed and en-suite shower room with electric shower and views over the front lawn.

The third bedroom has a king double bed with views to the rear of the property.

The final bedroom is on the top floor and has sloping (Coombed) ceilings. This room has a king size bed and a single and is very spacious. There is a vanity unit for brushing teeth etc. to save going to the main bathroom below. This bedroom has a window that looks out over the front lawn and out over the mature trees to the hills beyond.

All towels, bed linen, central heating, electric and wi-fi included. Beach towels are available for taking out of the property.

Unfortunately the property is no smoking and no pets are allowed in the house due to owners allergies.

For piece of mind and the security of guests there is a external CCTV system monitoring the grounds. Please respect this property as it is our family home and do not organise any parties. A caretaker is on hand to assist with any issues that may arise and give assistance to you if needed. NO STAG/HEN PARTIES AND NO GROUPS OF UNDER 25 YEAR OLD PLEASE.

For insurance purposes the maximum occupancy is 9 persons with a disclaimer to be signed on arrival.

If you choose to stay hear we are sure you will not be disappointed. Please read some of the recent reviews. Luxury Historic Retreat from £20 pppn.

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Amenities

Bed & bathroom

  • Bedroom 1: Super King Bed
  • Bedroom 2: King Bed
  • Bedroom 3: Double Bed
  • Bedroom 4: Double Bed Single Bed
  • 1 Family bathroom, 2 En suites, 1 Toilet Only

Families

  • Great for children of all ages
  • No pets allowed
  • High chair available

Access

  • Parking
  • Not suitable for wheelchair users

Essentials

  • Wi-Fi available
  • Private garden
  • BBQ
  • Patio
  • Internet access
  • Central heating
  • Fireplace
  • Sauna
  • Pool or snooker table
  • Games room
  • Cooker
  • Fridge
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Toaster
  • Kettle
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Clothes dryer
  • Iron
  • High chair available
  • TV
  • DVD player
  • Linen provided
  • Towels provided
  • Housekeeping Included

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Interaction with guest

During Covid-19 there will be no interaction with guests and the property will have been vacant for at least 4 days prior to your stay and after it as well as being fully disinfected. The keys will be in a lock box with the code being sent to you just prior to arrival after you have confirmed you are no Covid-19 risk.
Old Manse Holiday House Cottage in Fochabers Moray – Home 5596428

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    Old Manse Holiday House Cottage in Fochabers Moray – Home 5596428
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    Things to know

    Check in: 16:00 Check out: 10:00
    If you have any questions about check-in or check-out times, please contact the owner/manager.

    Payment

    This rental can only be paid for online through Holiday Lettings using your credit/debit card or PayPal (never by bank or wire transfer).
    Damage deposit: £350.00

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    Smoking

    No smoking at this property

    House rules

    No Stag or Hen parties and no groups of under 25 year olds please.
    Please treat this historic building with the respect it is due.

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    About the owner

    John And Shona S.
    Average reply time:
    1 hour 20 minutes

    Calendar updated:
    13 Aug 2022

    Years listed:
    7

    Based in:
    United Kingdom
    Languages spoken: English
    This House has 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms and sleeps 9. It has been listed on Holiday Lettings since 27 Jan 2015. Located in Moray, it has 37 reviews with an overall rating of 5. The average weekly rate varies from £1546 to £2061.
    The Owner has a response rate of 100% and the property’s calendar was last updated on 13 Aug 2022.
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    Reviews

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    Vacationer724776

    Magical stay in Fochabers
    Jun 2022

    We stayed at the Manse and this property is stunning. The kitchen has everything you need, the beds and baths were quite comfy and the location allowed us the ability to walk everywhere! The owners ar… More 

    Reviewed 7 Jul 2022

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    Excellent
    May 2022

    Our second stay at The Old Manse. Just as good as the last stay. Very clean and well equipped. The children were pleased to see the rope swing was still there too!

    Reviewed 5 Jun 2022

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    Owner's reply:
    We are really glad you enjoyed your stay and we would love if you returned at some point. John

    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.

    Patrick1122
    Molnlycke, Sweden

    Lovely Place!
    Apr 2022

    We rented the lovely house for the Speyside whiskey festival, and it was over our expectations, we enjoyed every minute. We will come back!

    Reviewed 11 May 2022

    This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on all reviews.

    Owner's reply:
    We are really glad you enjoyed your stay and we would love if you returned at some point. John

    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.

    David W

    Great location for exploring the region
    Apr 2022

    We had an excellent stay at The Old Manse - great location for exploring the region. The pool table and sauna were good fun. Good communication from the hosts (John and Shona) and Robbie the caretaker… More 

    Reviewed 11 May 2022

    This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on all reviews.

    Owner's reply:
    We are really glad you enjoyed your stay and we would love if you returned at some point. John

    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.

    275kirstieg
    Kelty, United Kingdom

    Amazing place
    Apr 2022

    Stayed here for a family getaway. Great area. Lots to do with the kids. Plenty of space in the property. We had an Easter egg hunt in the gardens surrounding the property. It was perfect. Kids loved t… More 

    Reviewed 11 May 2022

    This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on all reviews.

    Owner's reply:
    We are really glad you enjoyed your stay and we would love if you returned at some point. John

    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.

    Review 1-5 of 37

    FAQs

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    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.

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    How can I retract my booking request?

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    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 John and Shona (the owner) a message.

    If John and Shona (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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