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SLATER'S, Portknockie

SLATER'S is a superb detached fisherman's cottage situated in the village of Portknockie on the Moray Firth Coast. This cottage sleeps eight people in four bedrooms, consisting of one double, one ground floor double with en-suite shower, a twin and a single with pull-out stacker bed, along with a separate shower room. The cottage also has a kitchen with breakfast area and a sitting room with dining area and woodburner. Outside there's roadside parking and a patio with furniture. SLATER'S is a wonderful family base.

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Accommodation Details

Four bedrooms: 1 x ground floor king-size double with en-suite shower, basin and WC, 1 x double, 1 x twin, 1 x ground floor single with single pull-out stacker bed. Shower room with shower, basin and WC. Kitchen with breakfast area. Sitting room with dining area and woodburning stove.

Situated in the heart of the friendly and welcoming village of Portknockie is this detached stone-built fisherman's cottage offering smart and extremely comfortable accommodation. With lots of space spread out over two floors, SLATER'S is a traditional Grade C listed property in the conservation part of Portknockie. For many years a general hardware store owned by the Slater family, this is an ideal venue for a large family or group of friends who want to explore the fabulous North East coastline of Scotland. At ground floor level there is the sumptuous master bedroom with en-suite facilities and also a cosy stacker bedroom that can double up as a snug, with a PlayStation 3 and games to keep the children (and adults) very happy indeed. The sitting/dining room has a welcoming woodburning stove to ensure cosy nights in and relaxed meals around the dining table. The contemporary kitchen has a breakfast area and every appliance necessary to allow for the easy preparation of great meals. An external door from the kitchen gives access to the private patio at the rear of the cottage, a great place for quiet morning coffee or a pre-dinner glass of wine. The upper floor has a bright, fresh shower room and also a double and twin bedroom both benefiting from large bay windows providing pretty views across the rooftops to the sea, or to watch the sun setting over the Caithness Hills. Being centrally situated there is easy access to the local shops, pub, hotel, chip shop and the lovely harbour, with its outdoor swimming pool for children to enjoy during the summer months. This part of Scotland has many pretty villages dotted along the rugged coastline. The Moray Firth is famous for its jumping dolphins and they can be seen from land or by taking one of the many boat trips out onto the open sea. Walkers and wildlife spotters will be in paradise; there’s so much to see and experience in this delightful corner of Scotland. This wonderful cottage will ensure a fabulous holiday for all!

Portknockie is a popular coastal village in a cliff-top position, overlooking a natural harbour on the Moray Firth Coast. You can explore the craggy cliff-tops, beaches and secret coves or look out for the dolphins, seals and sea birds that live in the Moray Firth. The town of Cullen is nearby and is renowned for its Cullen Skink (smoked haddock and potato soup) or you may wish to enjoy a round of golf.

Amenities & Facilities

Gas central heating with woodburning stove. Electric oven and hob, microwave, coffee machine, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, 1 x TV with Freeview HD and 1 x HD TV for DVD/PS3 use only, DVD, CD/radio, PlayStation 3, WiFi, selection of books, games and DVDs. Fuel, power and starter pack for woodburning stove inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Cot and highchair on request. Roadside parking for 3 cars beside cottage, on first come first served basis. Lockable bike storage. Patio with furniture. One well-behaved dog welcome, to be kept in kitchen only. Sorry, no smoking. Shop and pub 2 mins walk. Coast 1 min walk. Note: Sloping ceilings in first floor bedrooms.

Location Details

Portknockie is a popular coastal village in a cliff-top position, overlooking a natural harbour on the Moray Firth Coast. You can explore the craggy cliff-tops, beaches and secret coves or look out for the dolphins, seals and sea birds that live in the Moray Firth. The town of Cullen is nearby and is renowned for its Cullen Skink (smoked haddock and potato soup) or you may wish to enjoy a round of golf.

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7-Day Forecast

Make the most of your holiday by considering the weather! The 7-day weather forecast for Portknockie is detailed below.

Sun 2nd Overcast clouds 7°C 5°C 18mph 0.0mm 1,012mb
Mon 3rd Overcast clouds 10°C 5°C 24mph 0.0mm 1,009mb
Tue 4th Light rain 10°C 5°C 23mph 1.2mm 1,007mb
Wed 5th Scattered clouds 7°C 4°C 25mph 0.0mm 1,030mb
Thu 6th Sky is clear 8°C 4°C 15mph 0.0mm 1,040mb
Fri 7th Few clouds 7°C 3°C 26mph 0.0mm 1,028mb
Sat 8th Overcast clouds 5°C 4°C 24mph 0.0mm 1,024mb

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