Guests say
Harbour View is a well-liked cottage praised for its beautiful location and cleanliness. Guests appreciate the friendly local community and the property's proximity to a pub, though some find this aspect less desirable. The views and the welcoming atmosphere of the village are frequently mentioned highlights.
Guests that stayed at this property said
The property is generally described as clean, with several guests noting its tidiness upon arrival. However, some guests mentioned issues such as a stale smoke smell and old towels, which slightly detract from the overall cleanliness perception.
The location is highly praised for its lovely views and proximity to the harbour, contributing to a relaxing holiday experience. The adjacent pub is appreciated by some for its sociability, though it may affect the tranquillity for others, especially at weekends.
Guests find the bedrooms comfortable and the property spacious. However, there are several remarks about uncomfortable sofas and issues with windows and drafts, suggesting that while the property is adequate, there is room for improvement in comfort.
The cottage is equipped with essential appliances, but guests have noted a lack of basic supplies and maintenance issues such as leaks and outdated information. These factors indicate that the facilities meet basic needs but require attention to enhance the guest experience.
There is no mention of gifts or special touches that would indicate thoughtfulness from the property owners. Therefore, it is not possible to assess this category based on the reviews provided.
About this property
Harbour View is a charming harbourside cottage in the Scottish village of Findochty. Set over two floors and sleeping up to six guests Harbour View is pouring with character and warmth, perfect for a coastal break with your family or friends. Step into the cottage and be welcomed into the inviting sitting room boasting a rustic wooden floor, comfortable leather suites, a TV and a delightful feature fireplace to make you feel at home. Set with a stylish slate tiled floor, the kitchen diner rests at the back of the house boasting seating for six, a well-equipped kitchen and a cosy little corner for your pets to relax. Just off the kitchen you get the added benefit of a homely, comforting conservatory with enticing sofas allowing you to cosy up in the cold weather or bask in the summer sun. Harbour View showcases three well-presented bedrooms, one on the ground floor and two upstairs, they come with pleasant bed linen and plenty of places to store your clothes and other holiday essentials. The elegantly tiled family bathroom also lies on the first floor with its classy double basin. When the sun comes out, make the most of your private enclosed patio with a refreshing drink. The picturesque harbour comes right in front of the property, with the Admirals Inn next door, Findochty is a wonderful little fishing village, with its gloriously sandy beach which stretches over to Bow Fiddle Rock where you can enjoy impressive views out to the sea, headlands and beyond. The big town of Buckie is just a couple of miles along the coast, it boasts a fantastic range of places to shop, eat and drink along with a Heritage Centre and the fantastic North Pier Lighthouse at Buckie Harbour, as well as an excellent golf course. Further afield is the town of Elgin, where you can visit the historical landmarks of Lady Hill and Grant Lodge, take a tour of the Moray Motor Museum where you will discover an array of vintage motors or enjoy a romantic stroll around Biblical Garden Elgin. Harbour View is a pleasant harbourside cottage in the perfect spot for a tranquil break on the Scottish coast. EPC Rating: Band D
Findochty has a beach at Long Head and pub on the harbour front. Visit the town of Cullen renowned for its smoked haddock and potato soup, or enjoy a spot of golf at either of the nearby courses. Take a drive to Elgin, home to a cathedral, museums and Biblical Gardens. With the whole of the Moray Coast to explore, with its Whisky Trail, 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.
Accommodation
Three bedrooms: 1 x ground-floor double with TV, 1 x double, 1 x twin.
Shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Kitchen/diner.
Sitting room.
Conservatory
Gas central heating.
Gas oven and hob, microwave, fridge, washing machine,dishwasher.
TV with Freeview, Wifi, selection of books and games.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Stairgate and highchair on request.
Off-road parking for 1 car.
Rear courtyard with seating and barbecue.
One well-behaved pet welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 0.3 miles, pub and beach 0.1 miles.
Note: Check-out by 9am.
Note: There are two steps down into the ground-floor double bedroom
Reviews (15)
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Andy
Sun room awsome. Neighbours were brilliant, on both sides. Only issues were toilet seat loose and toilet and cupboard doors awkward to open. Couch in tv lounge passed its best. Although we only used the tv once.
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John
Bedding smelt of dogs. Back garden area could do with a make over and little more attention to detail eg: for most appliances and windows. But overall we had a good holiday.
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Olwen
.even waking some of us up during the night it was so drafty! The conservatory roof leaked a bit, and a really bad leak at the front door under the large front door mat! Also really lacking basic essentials which for the price of the cottage was really disappointing, no hand soap, no washing up liquid, no dishwasher tablets, no spare binliners not even one. Also bulbs not working in lamps, no sockets working in the living room when we arrived so we had to find the fuse board and sort that out because something had tripped out, and a bedroom window was left wide open when we arrived so the house was absolutely freezing and it took ages to warm up once weâd put the heating on! Sofas need replacing too, so uncomfortable! The good things..lots of space, loads of pots and pans etc in the kitchen which was good for 6 adults, nice shower, good secure garden for the dog, great spot by the harbour and hubby and sons were happy being next door to the pub!