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Woodside Cottage, Dufftown, Banffshire, East Scotland
Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £265 to £ 420
This pet friendly self catering accommodation in Dufftown sleeps 4.
Features include:
• Non Smoking • Fishing near by • Easy Walking • Pets allowed • Parking Available • Golf near by • Has a Garden •
Accommodation overview: Drifter Cottage is a little gem situated in a quiet backwater in the charming coastal village of Portsoy. Originally a fisherman's cottage, it takes its name from the "Drifters" or herring boats that were built and used for many years along this stretch of coast. This sweet, single storey stone and slate cottage has been lovingly refurbished and offers bright, attractive and surprisingly spacious accommodation for two in the heart of this quaint old fishing village. There is a cosy lounge with feature "wood burner" effect fire as well as a good sized separate dining room. The bright, well equipped, modern kitchen opens out to a pretty patio garden area, with attractive flower border, fully enclosed with small stone wall. It provides a lovely quiet space for alfresco dining or BBQ. Portsoy is a picturesque and vibrant fishing village. Mainly built from local stone, its 17th century harbour acts as a focal point and is the venue for the annual Scottish Traditional Boat Festival, held here in July. There are a variety of charming small shops, cafes and restaurants as well as a renowned local ice cream parlour. The harbour area is a particularly attractive spot in which to enjoy a high tea or evening meal. The nearby Salmon Bothy Museum, situated in a converted ice house, not only provides a fascinating insight into a bygone era, but also runs a genealogical research facility for those wishing to trace their family history. The coast all along this region is renowned for its dramatic and ever changing scenery. Small coves and rocky outcrops are interspersed with wonderful sandy beaches. There are lovely walks direct from the property, as well as some excellent cycle paths, following coastal routes along the cliffs, or further inland. A particularly spectacular path runs through to the attractive seaside town of Cullen, taking you over the Cullen viaduct with the sweeping sands below. Another lovely walk takes you to the quaint old village of Sandend, with its perfect small harbour and lovely sandy horseshoe bay, popular with surfers and body boarders. Boat trips run from the nearby fishing village of MacDuff and are highly recommended to view the sea life closer to hand. Dolphins and seals are regular visitors to this coast. The area is also renowned for its wealth of sea birds and even the occasional whale has been seen close to shore. Nearby Troup Head is home to the only land based gannet colony on the British Isles. There is plenty to see and do in the area. There are numerous castles and distilleries on the famous 'Whiskey and Castle Trails'. The adjoining small town of Cullen has a number of excellent facilities including restaurants, pubs and cafes as well as unusual and interesting small shops. This whole area is a golfer's paradise with numerous traditional links courses within close proximity, all open for visitor's use. Fishing is also a popular pastime and there are a number of famous rivers all within 20 minutes drive, such as the Spey and the Deveron. Fishing permits are available locally. Drifter Cottage provides a lovely base from which to explore this unique and fascinating area Property is all on ground floor level, has gas central heating.
  
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