Gracemount

Rating
Sleeps 7
Bedrooms 4
Bathrooms 3
Pets No
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Reviews

Mr Young
October 2018

“The accommodation was first class and we were welcomed and shown round by the owners which was a nice touch.”

There are not to many amenities in the village but what is there is excellent especially the fish and chips which I would say I have never had better. The Victoria Hotel is very welcoming and serves up good food, children are also allowed in till 8pm. The nearby town of Buckie has a Tesco including petrol and a Lidl. From the cottage there are a number of lovely walks and the one along the old railway line into Cullen and then back along the beach is particularly nice (around 4 miles in total) ...

There are not to many amenities in the village but what is there is excellent especially the fish and chips which I would say I have never had better. The Victoria Hotel is very welcoming and serves up good food, children are also allowed in till 8pm. The nearby town of Buckie has a Tesco including petrol and a Lidl. From the cottage there are a number of lovely walks and the one along the old railway line into Cullen and then back along the beach is particularly nice (around 4 miles in total). There are so many places to visit in this area and opportunities to see dolphins at Spey Bay and seals at Portgordon both of which we ticked off but with so many places to visit a week in October was just not long enough and we will definitely be back and hopefully the weather will be just as good. Autumn colours also added to the beauty of the landscape.
Mrs Page September 2018

“This cottage was first class for a rental holiday home but the rules and regulations of what you could do and could not do was beyond belief there was stickers every where a4sheet of paper in small writing with all the dos and do nots we left on the Wednesday but as I said the house was immaculate p.”

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Carole J November 2017

“Fantastic!”

Stay at Gracemount for three friends was wonderful. This cottage was immaculate, a great location and had everything anyone could want. The washer and dryer was a great feature. We had a car but you could easily walk to a small market and the harbor on the North Sea. The manager, Margaret, made sure we were well taken care of by emailing us regularly to see if all was well, etc. The cottage was very modern--we loved everything about it but beware to those not used to recycling. This was on a whole new level--you have to separate 'everything'--paper, plastic, glass, food, general household waste. All into separate containers! Would gladly stay at Gracemount again.
Mr Fergusson October 2017

“Very friendly and obliging owners who went out of their way to make our holiday enjoyable.”
Mr Higgins October 2016

“Nice location friendly people,great for kids”
jobamShropshireUk May 2015

“Great holiday cottage .”

My partner and myself stayed at Gracemount in April this year . We enjoyed our stay there so much that we have booked for 2016 . The house was spotlessly clean and so comfortable that we felt at home immediately . Portknockie is a nice little village but the best thing about it is the Moray Coastal Path which is a wonderful walk . I can recommend this area and this house without reservation , good WiFi as well .
Paul D August 2013

“Probably the best cottage we've stayed in”

Party - Two adults, two young teenagers, one dog We decided that we wanted to visit Scotland this year and as I have fond memories of the Moray Firth area we looked for accommodation in these parts. We considered a number of places but in the end we booked this cottage through Sykes. We thought that the price was very reasonable for the number of people who can stay and it seemed to have everything that we were looking for. The owners take care of this property and keep it to a high standard. They met us at the house on the Saturday to give us the keys and show us around. We settled in straightaway although from our children's point of view there was no broadband access or mobile signal. The kitchen is huge and comfortable for sitting in either for meals or relaxation although there is also a living room. The bedrooms (like everywhere else) had plenty of space and were really comfortable. These are not the tiny rooms you can find in modern housing and there are three doubles and one single over the two floors. The bathrooms (there are three of them) were large, well fitted and very clean. There is also a utility room and a storage cupboard. There is a nice walled garden outside with a patio window from the kitchen opening into it. Portknockie, like so many of the surrounding villages and towns has lovely houses and is very neat and tidy (try using streetview). The people are very friendly (especially those of the Church of Christ which is on the next street - I recommend their simple services) and much of the surrounding countryside is breathtaking. Although it is steep in parts you have to try the coastal walk to Cullen. There are a few shops in the village and more close by in Cullen and Buckie. Good Things The cottage is really worth booking The owners are friendly and take a justifiable pride in their property The cottage is like the Tardis - much bigger inside than it looks from the outside The people in the area are friendly The scenery is really nice There is plenty to do as long as you don't expect a city's facilities on your doorstep There are two small steps but with help the property should be accessible to a wheelchair and there are bedrooms and bathrooms downstairs (but check with owners). Not So Good Things No wi-fi or mobile signal Pets are no longer allowed (Spot being one of the last) That's it really Did we enjoy our holiday? Very much Would we recommend the property to a friend? Definitely Would we be happy to stay there again? No, but only because we can't leave the dog behind and so have to use pet friendly accommodation. One of the questions below is "Was the property as advertised?" Although I answered "yes" a more accurate description would be "No, it was much better."
A FlipKey verified reviewer December 2012

“Excellent”

The cottage was 1st class, everything you required for a self catering holiday emaculatly clean. Location was perfect and able to travel to other villages in the area as easy access to most places
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Features

Off road parking
Ground floor bedroom
Smoke-free
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Seaside
Broadband / WiFi

The property

A spacious detached stone cottage in immaculate order throughout, situated in the charming fishing village of Portknockie.

Just yards from the sea, this Portknockie cottage offers pristine accommodation throughout and the kitchen area with its comfortable armchairs and large dining table forms the heart of this cottage.

Ideal for a family or group of friends, this Portknockie cottage will not disappoint, and its close proximity to hotels, pubs and a convenient chip shop is ideal!

The accommodation within this Portknockie cottage offers great flexibility as it has a family bathroom and two double bedrooms on the upper floor, one of which has an en-suite shower room, and on the ground floor there is a single bedroom and a twin room, along with the added bonus of a shower room on the ground floor too.

The sitting room is very cosy, with a big TV, and the kitchen/diner has a second TV and doors that open out onto a private courtyard and lawn, a great place for alfresco dining.

From the front door of this Portknockie cottage you can look down the road and see the sea.

A few hundred yards away is a traditional pub, and almost as close is a busy local shop ideal for picking up the daily papers.

If you decide to take the car there is so much to see and this north east coastline is peppered with lovely fishing villages, all with their own unique atmosphere and charm.

This is a golfer's paradise too with four golf courses within a small area.

So whether its wildlife, golf, fishing, history or beaches you are interested in, its all around this charming Portknockie cottage.

Summary

Four bedrooms: 1 x ground floor single, 1 x ground floor twin, 1 x double with en-suite shower, basin and WC, 1 x double
Bathroom with bath, basin and WC
Ground floor shower room with shower, basin and WC
Open plan living area with fitted kitchen, dining area and sitting area with doors to courtyard
Utility
Sitting room with electric fire.
Gas central heating with electric fire in sitting room
Electric oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, 2 x TVs with Freeview, DVD, radio/CD, WiFi
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Cot and highchair on request
Off road parking for 2 cars
Bike storage available on request
Patio courtyard to rear with furniture and BBQ on request
Sorry, no pets and no smoking
Shop 3 mins walk, pub 2 mins walk
Harbour 3 mins walk
Sea 1 min walk
Note: No stag/hen parties
Due to the lay out of the poperty, should you have any mobility issues please check with the owner that the the property is suitable for your requirements, thank you.

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About the location

PORTKNOCKIE

Cullen 2 miles; Findochty 2 miles; Buckie 5 miles; Elgin 20 miles.

The popular coastal village of Portknockie occupies a stunning, cliff top position overlooking a natural picturesque harbour on the striking Moray Firth Coast. Explore the craggy cliff tops, beaches and secret coves or absorb the dramatic views from the Bow Fiddle Rock, or look out for the dolphins, seals and sea birds that live in the Moray Firth. National Cycle Route 1 also passes through Portknockie. Why not visit the delightful town of Cullen, situated beneath spectacular railway viaducts and renowned for its hearty Cullen Skink (smoked haddock and potato soup) or enjoy a spot of golf at the remarkable golf course? Take a pleasant drive to the lively market town of Elgin, home to an imposing cathedral, museums and the mesmerising Biblical Gardens. With the whole of the Moray Coast to explore, with its Whisky Trail, abundance of historic houses and gardens, sparkling golden sands and hospitable inns, this is a superb base from which to enjoy the delightful north east coast of Scotland.

This property offers the following short breaks:

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Gracemount

Portknockie, Moray, Aberdeenshire & The Coastal Trail (Ref. 13672)

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Reviews

“The accommodation was first class and we were welcomed and shown round by the owners which was a nice touch.”

“Fantastic!”

“Very friendly and obliging owners who went out of their way to make our holiday enjoyable.”

“Nice location friendly people,great for kids”

“Great holiday cottage .”

“Probably the best cottage we've stayed in”

“Excellent”