Gull Cottage. Fisher-folks cottage, close to sea. WIFI. Pet welcome – Home 8648477 House
- 2 bedrooms
- 4 sleeps
- min stay varies
Gull Cottage. Fisher-folks cottage, close to sea. WIFI. Pet welcome – Home 8648477
- House
- 2 bedrooms
- sleeps 4
- min stay varies
Key Info
- Beach / lakeside relaxation
- Nearest beach 2 mi
- Child Friendly
- Pet Friendly
- Private garden
Description from owner
Description
This property is ideally located for a family holiday in the Moray Coast with stunning scenery, many attractions and activities nearby. Enjoying a delightful setting just a short walk from the harbour, this lovely detached cottage for four has been equipped and tastefully furnished to a very good standard to ensure as comfortable and relaxing holiday as possible. Above the harbour is the oldest part of the village with narrow wynds and small fisher-folk cottages. Here you will find Gull Cottage lovingly restored in 2017 by the owners to a modern, yet cosy and relaxed home from home.
There is an abundance of walks in the area whether its along beautiful, sandy beaches or along the cliffs looking out over the Moray Firth to Caithness in the distance. There's a good chance of spotting the Dolphins and Seals which are regular visitors along this coastline.
The village is well served with a hotel [serves meals and dog friendly], bar, cafe, chemist, post office/shop, hairdresser and an excellent fish and chip shop (winner of the best fish and chip shop in Moray 2017). Portknockie also has an open air paddling pool at the harbour, outdoor bowling green, a play park and tennis courts.
The cottage sleeps up to 4 people + baby in two bedrooms and is served by two bathrooms. The lounge is a comfy space to unwind after a busy day and the log burner ensures you'll be snug whatever the season. The fully equipped kitchen provides a spacious area to cook, eat and drink with seating for six. There is a good selection of toys, books, games and DVDs. Entry time is 3pm and please depart by 10.00. Please note there is no smoking allowed in the cottage.
~ Free WIFI, NETFLIX, Alexa music and information.
~ Gas and electric is included in the price.
~ Towels and linen provided.
~ Starter pack of logs provided.
~ Roadside parking.
~ One cute [or ugly] dog welcome.
ACCOMMODATION
Downstairs -
~ Entrance hall with coat cupboard.
~ Lounge with woodburner, 40" smart TV , Blu-ray DVD and PlayStation 3.
~ Fully equipped kitchen/diningroom with fridge freezer, microwave, dishwasher and double oven.
~ Utility room with washing machine, tumble dryer and overhead dryer.
~ Bathroom with shower over bath.
Upstairs -
~ Landing [stairgate provided].
~ Bedroom 1 : King size bed, TV/DVD, en-suite shower room and separate dressing area.
~ Bedroom 2: twin beds, TV/DVD, travel cot and high chair available on request.
Outside-
Enclosed Flowered patio with seating. Roadside parking
THINGS TO DO
There are many things to do from the doorstep of Gull Cottage :-
* A popular walk is along the clifftop path with spectacular views over the Moray Firth and, if you're lucky, sightings of passing bottle-nose dolphins. The path leads from above the harbour past the Bow Fiddle Rock, a natural arch formed by the waves, which provides a spectacular roosting spot for gulls and cormorants.
* The Moray Coastal Footpath passes though the village and there are wonderful walks to the neighbouring villages of Cullen in the east and Findochty in the west.
* For bird lovers the coastal heath provides sightings of varied birdlife.
* The old railway line closed in 1968 and is part of the national cycle path that links Inverness with Aberdeen. The line has a good level surface and is therefore also suitable for wheelchairs and buggies.
* The Moray coast is festooned with golf courses with Cullen Golf Club a mere ten minute drive away. It is a traditional Scottish links course founded in 1870 and designed by Old Tom Morris.
* Visiting small boats are welcome at the harbour and there is also an open air paddling pool for youngsters.
* Gull Cottage is also an ideal base for exploring further afield with easy access to the beautiful beaches of Lossiemouth and Nairn or the Malt Whiskey Trail in glorious Speyside. Elgin is 20 miles away. Here you'll find many larger shops including Springfield Retail Park with stores like Next, Asda, New Look, B&Q, Boots, Costa and more.
Inverness, Aviemore and the Cairngorms National Park are all within a two hour drive through stunning scenery.
USEFUL LINKS
Portknockie Community Website.
Paths and Outdoor Access in Moray.
Sustrans.
The Malt Whiskey Trail.
Guide to the Moray Firth Dolphins.
Cairngorms National Park.
Cullen Golf Club.
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Families
- Great for children of all ages
- Pets welcome
- Crib
- High chair
Bed & bathroom
- Bedroom 1: Queen Bed
Bedroom 2: 2 Twin beds
Beds in other rooms: - 1 Full bath, 1 Attached (ensuite)
Amenities
- Wireless Internet
- Private garden
- Patio
- Sea view
- Internet access
- Central heating
- Fireplace
- Stove
- Fridge
- Freezer
- Microwave
- Toaster
- Kettle
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Clothes dryer
- Iron
- High chair
- TV
- Satellite TV
- DVD player
- Stereo system
- Linen provided
- Towels provided
- Housekeeping Included
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Access
- Not suitable for wheelchair users
Getting around
Interaction with guest
Policies
- Check in time: 15:00, Check out time: 10:00
- If you have any questions about check-in or check-out times, please contact the owner/manager.
- Payment
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This rental can only be paid for online through FlipKey using your credit/debit card or PayPal (never by bank or wire transfer).
Damage deposit: ($125.53) £100.00 - Smoking
- No smoking at this property
Cancellations
Change of plans? No problem. You could receive a partial or full refund, depending on when you cancel.
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100% refund within 24 hours after booking (provided the stay is at least 60 days away).
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50% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 4 weeks before check-in.
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No refund if cancelled less than 4 weeks before check-in.
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* The booking fee is stated in the cancellation policy information on the payment page. This fee helps us run our secure platform and enables us to provide 24/7 customer support
House rules
Please leave the cottage as tidy as your arrival and put rubbish in the wheelie bins.
Let us know of any breakages or appliances not working.
Lock the doors and return keys to key safe.
About the owner
Anne M.
- Average reply time:
- 5 minutes
- Response rate:
- 100%
- Calendar last updated:
- 20 Apr 2024
- Years listed:
- 7
- Based in:
- United Kingdom
- Overall rating:
Languages spoken: English
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Reviews
Excellent
– based on 38 reviews
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38 reviews
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“Fantastic, wonderful......”
We have just returned from a few days staying in Gull Cottage. From the beginning Anne made everything easy for us, kept us informed and updated. We chose Gull Cottage because of what it offered. We h… More
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“Wonderful accommodation and location”
Lovely village, very peaceful and the locals are very friendly. Lots of lovely walks, perfect for dog owners. The cottage is not just a holiday home, it's a home from home,. Comfortable, cosy an… More
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“Fabulous!”
Portknockie is a lovely little village & Gull Cottage is in an ideal quiet position. It’s the little things that make this place exceptional - from the welcome pack, marshmallows to top your hot chocolate to the binoculars available to use, never mind the gorgeous decor. Our weather wasn’t fantastic which made coming back to this lovely, cosy house even more of a blessing. Communication with Anne was brilliant and we can’t wait to come back to explore further.
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“second stay, say no more”
Cottage a delight, home from home, even has the same iron we do! Cullen worth a day trip, easy enough walk, Auld kirk bistro worth booking a meal in Fordyce, very close chippy just as good as ever and… More
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“Best holiday cottage we have stayed in”
This is our second visit to Gull cottage, and we have already booked a third It really is the best holiday cottage we have stayed in, and we have stayed in many over the years The booking process , payments etc are very efficient Ann and Colin are perfect hosts The cottage is spotlessly clean , amazingly well equipped and the seaside theme decor is lovely Very tasteful The welcoming provisions and goodies are just so generous The beds are very comfortable and the whole experience is a real home from home We lacked for nothing! Portknockie is a quaint village with excellent local chippy, Spar and pharmacy Cullen beach nearby is beautiful Lots of excellent eateries in the area and also places of interest Thoroughly recommend Gull cottage
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“Everything you could want”
The location was great and I don't think we've ever been to such a well-equipped cottage! Anne was very friendly and flexible when there was the possibility we wouldn't be able to trave… More
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“Immaculate & Welcoming Family Friendly cottage”
The owners have made Gull Cottage such a warm and welcoming place to stay on the gorgeous Moray coast. The cottage was equipped with everything you could possibly need, and even things you didn’… More
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“Lovely Gull Cottage”
Wow we just love this amazing decorated/ comfortable cottage! Each time I look around I find something different that gives me pleasure to look at,or just makes me feel so happy to find from a picnic … More
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“Can't get enough of Gull cottage!!!”
Won't add anything further than what I've reviewed before, apart from how consistently wonderful our stays at Gull cottage have become! Absolutely love our stays here, and can't wait to… More
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“A comfortable, well equipped holiday home.”
This has to be one of the best holiday homes we’ve ever stay in. The house was immaculately clean and so well equipped. It’s also beautifully decorated with a seaside theme. Plenty to see and do in the area. Will definitely be back next year.
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FAQs
- How do I find more info about the property?
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You can get in touch with Anne (the owner) through the contact form on this page.
If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your booking to send the owner a message.
- What if I have questions before I book?
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Send Anne (the owner) an email through the contact form on this page. Alternatively, if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.
- How do I contact Anne (the owner)?
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Send an email through the contact form on this page. Or if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.
If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your booking to view Anne the owner's contact details or send them a message.
- What's the difference between 'Book your stay' and 'Contact the owner/manager'?
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Use the Ready to book? form to pay provisionally online and send Anne (the owner) a booking request. You’ll find out within 24 hours whether they’ve accepted - no money will leave your account before then
Or send Anne (the owner) an inquiry through the Contact the owner/manager form if you’d like a quote or more info first.
- What is a booking request?
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When you pay online through the Ready to book? form, a booking request is sent to Anne (the owner). You’ll find out within 24 hours whether they’ve accepted - no money will leave your account before then.
Only bookings paid for through our site are covered by our trusted Payment Protection.
- How do I know my booking is safe?
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To book this property you need to pay through the Flipkey website. Only bookings paid for through our site are covered by our trusted Payment Protection. This means that in the unlikely event that you’re prevented or denied access to the property when you check in, we’ll offer a full refund for the stay.
- How do I know what it will cost for my stay?
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Simply enter your dates in the Ready to book? form to calculate the cost of your stay.
Click Book now to see a full breakdown of the price.You can also request a quote from Anne (the owner) through the contact form. The owner will email you the total cost for your dates and a link to book and pay online.
- How do I know if my booking request has been accepted?
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You’ll receive an email within 24 hours to let you know. Or you can check in Manage your booking. No money will leave your account unless it’s accepted.
- How do I pay for my vacation?
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Use the Ready to book? form to pay provisionally online. You can pay by credit/debit card or PayPal. Anne (the owner) will have 24 hours to accept the booking and no money will leave your account before then.
If you’ve been sent a quote, simply accept it and pay online through the email we sent you. You can also do this in Manage your booking.
Only bookings paid for through our site are covered by our trusted Payment Protection.
- Why can't I call Anne (the owner) before booking?
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You can exchange contact details with the property owner/manager once your booking is confirmed and you’ve paid in full. Paying and communicating only through our platform allows us to ensure that your booking is covered by our Payment Protection policy.
If you have any questions before booking, you can send the property owner/manager a message via the contact form on their listing. Once you’ve booked, you can discuss the rental and make arrangements for your trip by logging into Manage your booking.
- How do damage deposits work?
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In most cases, you don’t pay a damage deposit up front. Instead, we save your payment details securely and you’re only charged in the event of damage to the property.
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.
- How can I view and manage my booking?
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Go to Manage your booking to view all your booking details, pay the balance of your booking or cancel it if you need to.
- How do I pay the balance of my booking?
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You can pay the remaining balance of your booking at any point. Simply go to Manage your booking and click Pay now.
We’ll automatically charge the balance payment to the same payment method 10 days before it’s due. Go to Manage your booking to see when the payment will be taken.
- How can I withdraw my booking request?
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You’ll need to contact Anne (the owner) to do this. Send them a message in Manage your booking or through the contact form on this page.
- How do I cancel my booking?
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Go to Manage your booking to cancel your booking. Here you can view your cancellation policy to see if you’ll be refunded.
- How do I make changes to my booking?
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You can request to change the dates or number of people on your booking via the Manage your booking page. To change your dates use the Edit booking button. If you need to change the number of guests staying then send Anne (the owner) a message.
If Anne (the owner) agrees, they’ll send you a revised quote outlining the changes. You can review and accept/decline this from the Manage your booking page. You’ll have 48 hours to take action before the revised quote expires.
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