The Cottage (Taigh Na Mara)
Taigh Na Mara offers quality self-catering accommodation on the sea front in the peaceful conservation area of Yardie, literally minutes away from the small bustling fishing town of Buckie with its busy harbour - home to many & varied fishing/sailing vessels and RNLI Lifeboat repair centre. A full range of shopping facilities are available in the one main High Street: supermarkets, banks, takeaways etc.
The
cottage offers magnificent sea views across the Moray Firth from all rooms,
particularly the upper lounge area. Seals are very much in evidence along this
coastline with a particular viewing point at Portgordon, some 2 miles distant
where the seals bask on the rocks at low tide.
Easy access for those with limited mobility (wheelchair accessible) together with downstairs bathroom and bedroom.
This traditional detached stone cottage can sleep up to 6 guests comfortably: One double bedroom (downstairs),
one twin-bedded room (upstairs) and comfortable double sofa-bed in the large
upstairs lounge area (7m x 4m). This particularly attractive room, with beamed
ceiling, has twin aspect windows to the West and North offering spectacular
uninterrupted sea views. Well fitted with comfy sofas, a rocking chair, electric
central heating and a Living Flame Fire. Whales, dolphins and seals pass by
occasionally and for the avid bird-watcher there is an abundance of sea birds
resting on the rocks just outside the window. Dolphin spotting/watching trips
are available from Buckie Harbour on the Gemini Explorer.
Separate
dining area, adjacent to downstairs lounge providing comfortable 3-piece cane
suite, TV & DVD. Fully equipped kitchen providing cooker, microwave, washing
machine, fridge/freezer, iron/ironing board etc. There is a plentiful supply
of crockery, cooling utensils, knives, pots, pans, etc., There is a shower room
located on the ground floor with W.C., basin and enclosed shower.
The
cottage is well equipped providing 2 TVs/DVD players/ mini hi-fi and a selection
of books, DVDs and a good supply of brochures/leaflets offering things to do
and see. Fresh bed linen is supplied. (Please bring your own towels). All beds
have Goose Feather and Down Duvets and pillows for your added comfort. A cot
and High Chair can be supplied on request at no extra charge. All heating and
fuel is included. NO EXTRAS. Well behaved pets very welcome at no extra charge.
PARKING: Ample off-road parking right outside the front door.