Scotland Aberdeen Banff rental accommodation Seahorse Cottage

Seahorse Cottage
Gardenstown
Banffshire

Sleeps 4

Seahorse Cottage, just yards from the harbour in Gardenstown on the sunny Moray coast of north east Scotland, has proved very popular with Ecosse Unique clients in the past. At the beginning of 2010 it is undergoing extensive renovations to exploit and rationalise its spacious and somewhat rambling accommodation. This will result in its being divided into two adjoining properties, one sleeping four and another sleeping two.

Past clients may be sure that the high spec, comfortable and spacious accommodation they have enjoyed in the past will be still further enhanced by the refurbishments. A new kitchen-diner is being installed, there is a new most comfortable sitting room with multi-fuel stove, a new downstairs shower room and the upstairs double bedroom will have an additional en suite WC.

Perhaps due to the absence of traffic, (you can drive down to the harbour) Gardenstown has a lovely atmosphere - if you like roving around on foot, you will find quite a few steps, however for the town is built on a series of terraces, linked by charming walkways. There are cafes and craft shops, an excellent baker, a butcher and a small supermarket, so most needs are catered for. For major shopping, Macduff and Banff are about 8 miles away.

As far as exploring further afield is concerned, you can range along the coast. To the east, there is the little villages of Crovie, to which you can walk under the cliffs from Gardenstown, and Pennan, where you can still see the phonebox made famous in the film 'Local Hero'. There are some excellent golf courses along the coast, while inland you can head for the Speyside Way, or go on a Whisky pilgrimage, visiting the many distilleries along the Whisky Trail.

For a dash of culture, Banff is home to Duff House, an outpost of the Scottish National Gallery. The National Trust properties of Haddo House, Leith Hall and Fyvie Castle are also within an easy drive.

Bed linen, towels, heating and electricity are all included. Up to two well-behaved pets are welcome by arrangement. Smoking is not permitted in the cottage.