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Findochty Holiday Cottage - Cosy cottage with Private Garden and Sea View

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The cottage
Gas log burner, TV and DVD player with a large selection of DVD's
The living room, with gas log burner and two comfy settees.
The cosy living room
Cosy living room with bluetooth speaker and super fast wifi

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Findochty, SCT
  • Place, beach near Findochty
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, beach near The Hythe
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Findochty Harbour
    ‪6 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Shower room 1

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Findochty Holiday Cottage - Cosy cottage with Private Garden and Sea View

The cottage is cosy and quirky, with a modern touch. With a stunning coastline and two beaches right on the doorstep, there are many walks and places to explore. Just 90 minutes drive from Inverness, Aberdeen and the Cairngorms you can experience the city, mountains and fantastic beaches all in one holiday! The dolphins are seen regularly during the summer and the cottage makes an excellent base for exploring the area - there is plenty to do from castles, golf, whisky distilleries, wildlife watching, or just simply building sandcastles! The cottage is the perfect place to escape and totally relax in this quiet village. Findochty (locally pronounced Finechty) oozes character. Wander around the higgly piggledy narrow streets with the many multi-coloured houses to appreciate the real charm of this traditional Scottish village. We love Findochty, we think you will too.

NB: Please note due to the quirky nature of the cottage it has a narrow staircase and is not suited to people with mobility issues.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 2 total
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number MO-00217-F
Property # 8121068
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

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Located in Buckie, this cottage is near the beach. Findochty Harbour and Strathlene Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Well Road Play Park and Buckie and District Fishing Heritage Centre. Ian Johnston Park and Linzee Gordon Park are also worth visiting. Kayaking and surfing/body boarding offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and ecotours nearby.
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Findochty, SCT

What's nearby

  • beach near Findochty - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • beach near The Hythe - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Findochty Harbour - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • beach near Findochty Harbour - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • beach near Jubilee Terrace - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Keith Station - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Linda's Fish & Chips - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Rockpool Cafe and Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Pub In The Square - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Admirals Inn - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Portknockie Fish And Chips - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Findochty Holiday Cottage - Cosy cottage with Private Garden and Sea View pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at Findochty Holiday Cottage - Cosy cottage with Private Garden and Sea View?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Findochty Holiday Cottage - Cosy cottage with Private Garden and Sea View?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Findochty Holiday Cottage - Cosy cottage with Private Garden and Sea View?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Findochty Holiday Cottage - Cosy cottage with Private Garden and Sea View located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Findochty Harbour and Strathlene Golf Course. Portknockie Harbour and Bow Fiddle Rock are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Malcolm R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was ideal for three adults and a dog and was perfectly situated in the village for lots of dog walks and evenings watching the sunset at the nearby beach
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 July 2025
Thanks for your review Malcolm. We're really glad you enjoyed your stay in Findochty - being so close to the beach it's certainly the perfect spot for watching the beautiful sunsets!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay once again

We had a fabulous weekend is this lovely clean well equipped property. Communication with owner was great too, replied to any queries we had promptly
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Al W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Findochty cottage

Wonderful place home from home
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 25 July 2023
Thanks Al! We're glad you enjoyed your stay - we strive to make it a home from home with everything you could need to make your stay as relaxing as possible!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gail S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mrs

We love this village. Views and location to the coast are unbeatable. The property is set up with everything you need and has been so considerately set out for guests to have a home from home stay. And there’s a sea view! Wonderful stay and excellent hosts.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Aug 2024
We're so glad you enjoyed your stay in Findochty, and loved our wee cottage! Thank you for taking the time to write such a lovely review.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely cottage

Everything you require for a smashing holiday, cottage fully equipped, signal strength patchy at times on phone and TV but was never to much of a problem. Nice little bay a stones throw away the village is great for walks although steep in places. Would fully recommend staying here....
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Sept 2022
Hi Stephen, we're glad you enjoyed your stay at Duke Street and found it well equipped. We hope that it's a home-from-home for our guests. Unfortunately, depending on your mobile network the phone signal isn't very good in the cottage (which I sometimes think is a good thing!). With the fast internet connection, wi-fi calling is available, or the telephone landline for incoming calls. Or it makes a really good excuse to go out for a walk to the nearby beaches or harbour! Many thanks for taking the time to write us a review and we hope you'll visit Findochty again sometime in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great well equipped cottage

We were very pleased with our stay at this cottage and enjoyed the location. Findochty is a historic fishing village. There was plenty to do. The icing on the cake for me was seeing the dolphins swimming out at sea.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Sept 2022
Hi Christine, we're so pleased you got to see the dolphins! It's magic every time you see them - we're very lucky to be able to see them so close-by. We're glad you enjoyed your time in Findochty and the local area and hope you'll come back at some point in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Findochty

What a lovely place, the cottage was so welcoming and the local coast line is an amazing place to explore. Claire was really helpful and so welcoming to us - I wouldn't hesitate to go back.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Apr 2023
Thanks for your lovely review Kathleen. We're glad you enjoyed your stay in Findochty and exploring the local area - there is certainly lots to see! We'd love to have you back to stay sometime in the future - fingers crossed you might see the dolphins next time!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect accommodation

We were really happy with everything about the house. Immaculately clean, and well stocked. Would love to return. Lovely welcome pack. Can’t fault it.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Nov 2024
Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review! We're really glad you enjoyed your stay and that the welcome was well received! We'd love to welcome you back to stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect

We had the best weekend stay in this perfect little house. Sparkly clean, comfy beds, well thought out and everything you could think of. We loved the little extras … bubbles, milk, shortbread and chocolate biscuits .. even a bowl, towel and trays for Louis the Frenchie . Thanks again Clare and Steve … can’t wait to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Mar 2023
We're so glad you all enjoyed your stay in Findochty - and hope Louis enjoyed his treats! We look forward to welcoming you back to our wee cottage sometime soon! Clare and Steve.
Verified

4/10 Poor

Margaret B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Findochty cottage

This property is not for anyone with mobility problems to many stairs not what I would call dog friendly at all explained the problems to the owners and her respond was sorry to hear you have not enjoyed your holiday
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 9 June 2022
Dear Margaret, Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We were indeed sorry to hear you didn’t enjoy your stay at our cottage - we strive to ensure all of our guests have a great time and find it a home-from-home, and you are the first guest in our 12 years to tell us you haven’t been happy with it. Our cottage is a bit quirky and the narrow staircase and there not being an upstairs toilet are highlighted in our listing - it may not be suitable for everyone but we are always happy to answer any queries before guests book to ensure it meets their needs. We’re delighted to welcome dogs to stay but are unfortunately unable to fully enclose the garden - other guests have used the wheelie bins to block it off and haven’t found it an issue. We hope you managed to enjoy the area anyway and the beautiful sunshine we had last week. Wishing you all the best. Clare and Steve.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Detlef J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A wonderful exerience!

Wir hatten eine tolle Woche in dem gemütlichen und sehr gut ausgestatteten Haus. Das Meer ist tatschlich direkt vor der Haustür, Findochty ist ein schöner Ort und eine gute Basis um bei schönem Wetter die Gegend zu erkunden oder es sich bei Sturm & Regen im Haus gemütlich zu machen. Für uns ein Glücksfall! Absolut liebenswert war das Starterpaket mit Prosecco, Milch, Speck, Eiern, Brötchen und vielem mehr mit dem uns Clare & Steve überraschten. Gerne wieder!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jens K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wunderbares Ferienhaus in toller Lage

tolles Ferienhaus, sehr nett eingerichtet, Ausstattung perfekt, netter Kontakt, Lage toll, netter Ort und schöne Umgebung, können wir absolut empfehlen!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 July 2023
Thanks for your lovely review Jens! We're really glad you enjoyed your stay in Findochty and got to explore the local area. It's definitely a hidden gem with so much to see and do close by! We hope you enjoyed the rest of your stay in Scotland.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beate S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfekt!

Schon die Begrüßung war außerordentlich: Sehr warmherzig und mit vielen kulinarischen Überraschungen. Das Haus war perfekt eingerichtet, sehr modern, dabei aber auch gemütlich. Uns haben noch mal besonders die vielen kleinen Details gefallen, die Duke Street Nr. 4 zu etwas ganz besonderem machen!
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 July 2023
Thank you for such a lovely review Beate! We're really glad you enjoyed your stay at No. 4 Duke Street and found it a modern, cozy cottage. You were lucky to have some amazing weather too! Many thanks, Clare and Steve.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Al W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Well located well presented no faults at all

Absolutely nothing negative to say about this property. All good
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely, cosy and we'll equipped cottage.

Had a lovely relaxing holiday in this cottage. Loved Findochty. Would return. View from garden to Moray Firth from top level.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Oct 2021
Hi Deborah, Many thanks for taking the time to leave us a review. We're glad you enjoyed your stay in Findochty - and the view from the garden! It's a great location for dolphin spotting! We hope you'll stay with us again sometime in the future! Clare and Steve
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely cottage, excellent location

Cottage lovely! Everything you need for your stay is provided. A lot of thought has gone into making it a home from home. Outside space is great. Would definitely go back. Would recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Sept 2021
Thanks for your lovely review Laura, we're glad you enjoyed your stay in Findochty! We hope you'll be able to come back and stay with us again sometime in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing

Cottage was lovely but a lot of steps up to garden no rail to hold on to,
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect retreat

Fabulous place for a holiday. Everything you could need easy accessed. Property was brilliant. Welcome was impressive including welcome breakfast pack. Most enjoyable holiday in outstanding location. Top notch in every way.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 23 June 2021
Thank you for your lovely review Jacqueline. We're really glad you enjoyed your stay in Findochty and had a great holiday!
Verified

8/10 Good

Harald H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Feines Häuschen am Meer

Wir haben unsere Woche sehr genossen. Das Häuschen war sehr sauber und mit allen Annehmlichkeiten ausgestattet, es gab sogar ein Frühstücks-Willkommenspaket. Viele Ausflugsziele in der näheren und weiteren Umgebung sind gut erreichbar.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2020
Thank you for your review Harald, we're glad you enjoyed your week in Findochty!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

June stay in Scotland

Loved the cottage and the village is just wonderful even the weather was kind for most of the time. You must try this one.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2020
Thank you for a lovely review Sandra. We're really glad you enjoyed your stay at Duke Street, and hope to welcome you back sometime in the future. Clare and Steve
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jean N.

Cozy Cottage in a great location

Lovely little cottage which was very well equipped allowing us to create a real home from home. Fantastic location close to the beach and harbour and great access to walking/running and cycling routes.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2020
Thanks for your lovely review Jean. We're really glad you enjoyed your stay at our Duke Street cottage. It's a great location to use as a base to explore the area, especially for walking and cycling! We hope you'll come and stay with us again sometime in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gitta S.

Great cottage for a relaxing break

Lovely hosts who have a wonderful well equipped cosy cottage. The cottage is superbly located for an easy stroll to the secluded beach. Weather permitting, the cottage has a terraced area over two levels enabling you to sit out and have a meal or enjoy a sundowner on the top level whilst watching the sea. Going to sleep and waking up to the sound of the sea is the best. WiFi was super fast. A highly recommended cottage to get away from it all and simply chillax.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019

About the host

Hosted by Clare Lock

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Hello! We relocated to north east Scotland over 17 years ago from Oxford, and love it! The great outdoors, scenery, people and wildlife have us totally hooked. Being able to see dolphins on your doorstep is a magic experience and makes us smile - no matter how many times we see them! We think other people will love this area as much as we do so have taken on two very run down properties and turned them into something special for other people to enjoy... You can't help but relax and chill out the minute you arrive in Findochty.

Why they chose this property

Findochty is a really picturesque village, with quaint harbour, colourful houses, good amenities and friendly locals. It's such a relaxing place to be you'll feel a million miles away from anywhere. The walks along the coast are wonderful as are the deserted sandy beaches. We love wrapping up on a blustery day to marvel at the huge waves and power of mother nature. We regularly see the dolphins and have been lucky enough to see minke whales along this stretch of coastline too. We also sometimes get to see the Northern Lights during the winter - now that's a real treat!
The nearby gannet colony is definitely worth a visit as is the Scottish Dolphin Centre, where you stand a good chance of seeing dolphins and the resident osprey.
Steve loves playing golf and we're lucky enough to be surrounded by golf courses - there are plenty to choose from for all abilities.

What makes this property unique

The cottage is really quirky and very cosy, even on the wildest of days. Wandering down to the beach first thing in the morning with a steaming mug of tea is the perfect start to the day. The small beach is ideal for a beach BBQ with plenty of picnic tables and a place for the BBQ, all whilst building sandcastles and having a paddle! The beach is ideal for launching kayaks from or a spot of wild swimming, and there are some ideal spots for a bit of fishing.
There is wi-fi in the cottage and we supply an excellent welcome pack so you don't have to venture far on your first day. Tesco and Asda both do home delivery - just order before you leave home!
We want our guests to feel at home from the minute they arrive and start enjoying the delights this fantastic area has to offer.

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