Westlea

Nestled on the Moray Coast in the charming fishing village of Buckie, this grand Victorian villa is perfect for friends and families who love to be outside exploring nature. Immerse yourselves in the area’s natural beauty with walks along the coast whilst looking out for the famous Moray dolphins. You may even be lucky enough to spot otters and ospreys too, so be sure to pack your walking boots, binoculars and camera. After an activity-filled day, head home to relax with a soak in the hot tub, some friendly competition in the games room or in front of the TV.

Original features, high ceilings, rich wooden tones and traditional furniture combine to create an impressive home, with high-end fixtures and fittings adding style and comfort.

Enter into the hallway, discard coats and shoes, and then head into the cosy lounge. Here, you will find comfy sofas and a TV. This is the ideal place for adults to relax, whilst the children hang out in the games room with its small pool table (and table-tennis top) and TV. Towards the rear, there is a well-equipped kitchen where the cooks can whip up a feast for everyone to be enjoyed in the spacious dining room. A utility room and shower room complete the ground floor.

Upstairs, there are three bedrooms (two doubles and a twin) which are all good-sized and well-presented. There is also an additional small single room with a toddler’s bed and space for a travel cot. One of the bedrooms has an en-suite shower room and there is another shower room and a bathroom, complete with a luxurious roll-top bath.

Outside, a private, enclosed patio is home to a hot tub – the perfect way to start or end the day!

• 3 bedrooms – 2 doubles and 1 twin (additional small bedroom with toddlers’ bed and space for a travel cot)
• 3 bathrooms - 1 en-suite shower room with shower and WC, 1 shower room with shower and WC, and 1 bathroom with bath and WC
• Rangemaster gas hob and electric oven, American-style fridge/freezer, dishwasher and microwave
• Utility room with washing machine
• Travel cot and highchair available
• TV in the lounge with DVD player
• Games room with TV, small pool table with table tennis top and an air hockey table
• Enclosed patio with hot tub
• Storage for bicycles and SUP boards available
• On-street parking at front and side of the property (subject to availability)
• Pubs, restaurants, shops, 0.5 mile, and beach 1 mile
• Sleeps 6+2
• Short Term Let license: MO-00116-F
• EPC rating: E
• This property will be decorated for Christmas
• Arrival: 16:00 onwards
• Departure: before 10:00, unless otherwise stated in your arrival details
• 2 dogs allowed. Dogs are charged at £20 each per full or part week

Buckie itself has a lovely harbour and marina to explore with walks in either direction along the coast. It also has a few shops and eateries to choose from, as well as two golf courses and other leisure amenities.

Keen walkers will be spoilt for choice, with a range of well-known routes nearby, such as the Findochty and Portnockie coastal path or the Speyside Way that starts and finishes in Spey Bay (9.5 miles), a beautiful coastal reserve with the longest shingle beach in Scotland and known for its array of wildlife. From Portnockie, you can also get excellent views of Bow Fiddle Rock.

History enthusiasts may be more interested in a day out at Gordon Castle (8.5 miles), which includes walled gardens, a maze, children’s play areas and a cafe. For something more leisurely, head to other fishing villages along the coast, such as Cullen and Portsoy (within 13 miles) for boat trips, and traditional seaside fare fish-and-chips followed by ice cream. If the weather is kind and the sun is shining, pack your bucket and spade and spend the day on the golden sand Cullen Beach, one of many along this stretch of coastline.