Dram Cottage
Findhorn, Moray
A unique destination for cosy retreats in the beautiful village of Findhorn
Welcoming - Authentic - Bijou
Dram Cottage is a beautiful private home sleeping up to 6 people nestled in the very heart of the wonderful village of Findhorn, Moray
Built around 1843, the traditional one and half storey fisherman’s cottage huddles with its back to the sea, adjacent to the original village smoke house in one of Findhorn’s most tranquil lanes
Sympathetically and stylishly updated the cottage provides a relaxing and cosseted bolt hole for up to 6 guests to enjoy together and create special memories
Moments from the dunes, beach and bay and literally a hop and a skip from the bakery, village stores, Kimberley Inn and Crown and Anchor Pub
Dram Cottage is a wonderful bijou venue to retreat for family gatherings or simply a lovely break away with friends
This family home has been sensitively enhanced to provide all you need for a relaxing break
The kitchen boasts all the most discerning gourmand could demand, with a new induction hob, oven, microwave, fridge, freezer, and Nespresso machine – and to help tidy up there is Bosch compact dish washer, washing machine and tumble drier
Entertainment in the panelled living room comes from the Sony HD TV… with Amazon and Netflix ready streaming services, WI-Fi throughout, and a good old-fashioned DVD player and trunk of DVDs for that rainy afternoon
For your comfort there is a large wood burning stove in the living room - with a copper pot full of logs - under floor heating in the dining hall - which will comfortably seat 6 - an 8 foot heated towel rail and ‘rain dance’ overhead shower in the bathroom and a central heating system throughout the property
The living areas and bedrooms have been thoughtfully appointed with original pieces of artwork, antiques, and curios
The bedrooms are bijou and cosy, designed for a snug good night’s rest…downstairs there is a small double…upstairs in ‘Wee Dram 1’ a comfy double and in ‘Wee Dram 2’ two singles for your little ones
Outside – to one side you will find a small sun trap with stylish metal garden furniture and table to enjoy the peace, your perfetto espresso and fresh croissant from the village bakery and to the other a wee rose garden… Opposite private parking and a large shed to store your mountain bikes, body boards or skis
Out and About - Well...If 11 miles of pure unspoilt golden sandy beach is not enough to keep you occupied - as I must admit we do not seem to roam far after arriving in Findhorn! - then try wandering the Site of Special Scientific Interest dunes which lead you either to Roseisle or to the back of the Spiritual Foundation and Eco Village
Alternatively, if you have your sea legs, take the water taxi to Culbin and enjoy losing track of time with a further 12 or so miles of pristine sands and dunes shaped by tide and wind which are owned by the RSPB… and which lead to the mighty Culbin Forest with its many miles of paths and spots to sit and rest at Dragonfly Pool, The Gut, Otter Pool or Maviston Dunes
Further afield… onwards to perhaps Logie Steading and the serene Findhorn River Walks
Dallas Dhu Historic Distillery or the Benromach Distillery in Forres…
…Then wander up Cluny Hill to the 1806 Nelsons Tower in Forres
Or step back in time at the magnificently turreted 16th C Brodie Castle
And if that has built up an appetite - enjoy a welcome lunch break at the superb Kale Yard - situated in the walled garden of Boath House and dating back to 1550 ( Don’t forget to wander the lake just beyond the walled garden)
There is no hurry …perhaps another time for some of these days out and excursions!
Social yet private - Dram Cottage promises you a very special stay
