Mill Cottage

Mill Cottage works well for couples or families of four looking for their own space in Moray. The two kingsize bedrooms sit upstairs, each with a TV, while downstairs the living room doubles as flexible sleeping with a sofa bed. A single bathroom serves the property, with a shower over the bath. The essentials—heating, electricity, wifi and bed linen—are included, along with initial logs for the wood burner.

The kitchen has what you need to cook properly: electric oven, microwave, fridge and washing machine. The dining area opens from here, making it easy to eat together while preparing meals. South-facing windows in the living room keep things bright throughout the day. Outside, there's sitting-out space with garden furniture and a secure bike store. Two cars can park on site. A welcome pack and fresh bread, milk and eggs arrive with you.

The cottage sits close to Pluscarden Village Hall in a location that calls for a car—a supermarket lies just over a mile away, and local taxis serve evening outings. The garden gives children room to play in summer. No smoking throughout.