Seaspray

Seaspray sits on the seafront in Portessie, a small coastal village in Moray, and the Moray Firth spreads out in front of it. The cottage sleeps six across three bedrooms: a kingsize on the ground floor, a double upstairs, and two singles in the third room. There is one shower room and a separate toilet, so the layout works for families or groups who need space to themselves.

The living room has a wood-burning stove and large windows that frame the water. The kitchen is properly equipped—electric oven, gas hob, microwave, air fryer—so you can cook as much or as little as you want. A utility room with tumble dryer is useful for longer visits or if you are taking a dog. Wi-Fi, heating, electricity, bed linen and towels are all included; the first load of wood for the stove is provided. You can park on the street outside. Dogs stay free and are welcome to come along.

Portessie opens onto pebble beaches and coastal paths, and the village itself is quiet enough that the main draw is simply being by the sea. The cottage is no-smoking throughout.