Buchan Ness Lighthouse Holidays, Boddam, Peterhead, Aberdeenshire

Buchan Ness Lighthouse Holiday, Boddam, Aberdeenshire

Buchan Ness Lighthouse Holiday offers exceptional self-catering accommodation in a truly unique and picturesque coastal setting. Nestled at the base of the historic Buchan Ness Lighthouse, the cottages are surrounded by breathtaking sea views and dramatic coastal scenery. Located near Peterhead and less than an hour’s drive from Aberdeen, this remarkable destination provides an unforgettable retreat on the Aberdeenshire coast.

Skerry Cottage

Situated on the north side of the lighthouse, Skerry Cottage combines historic charm with modern comfort. The cottage features a main bedroom with a king-size bed and a second bedroom with twin beds, making it ideal for families or couples. The cosy living room offers an open fire, TV, and DVD player, creating a warm and welcoming space to relax after a day by the sea.

The beautifully updated bathroom retains a touch of period elegance, featuring traditional fittings, a roll-top bath, and an over-bath shower. The well-equipped galley kitchen provides everything needed for a self-catering stay and opens onto a private outdoor decking area with stunning sea views — the perfect place to unwind and take in the coastal atmosphere.

Dundonnie Cottage

Dundonnie Cottage provides comfortable accommodation for families or small groups, featuring a main bedroom with a king-size bed and a second bedroom with twin beds. The inviting living room includes a charming window seat overlooking the sea, a coal fire, and a TV/DVD player, creating a cosy setting for evenings indoors.

At the heart of the cottage is a spacious kitchen and dining area seating six to eight guests, complete with modern appliances such as a dishwasher, split-level oven and grill, and a coffee maker. Heating throughout the cottage is provided by an eco-friendly biomass wood pellet boiler, ensuring guests enjoy a warm and sustainable stay.

Exploring the Area

The cottages at Buchan Ness Lighthouse are perfectly positioned for exploring the scenic beauty and attractions of Aberdeenshire. Guests can enjoy sandy beaches, golf courses, historic castles, and local museums nearby. For nature lovers, sea angling and boat trips offer the chance to spot an array of coastal wildlife, including puffins, guillemots, razorbills, cormorants, and shags.

Blending heritage, comfort, and coastal charm, Buchan Ness Lighthouse Holiday provides an extraordinary getaway experience in one of Scotland’s most dramatic seaside locations.

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The Auld Dairy, Drummore, Stranraer, Dumfries & Galloway

The Auld Dairy, Drummore, Stranraer, Dumfries & Galloway

The Auld Dairy offers luxurious self-catering accommodation close to the village of Drummore, near the town of Stranraer in Dumfries & Galloway. This beautifully appointed cottage is ideal for both couples and families, accommodating up to six people. Nestled in the picturesque countryside, The Auld Dairy provides the perfect base for exploring the scenic beauty and rich history of the region.

The accommodation is designed with comfort in mind. The spacious sitting area includes a Freeview TV, DVD player, and a selection of books, making it an ideal spot for relaxation. Adjacent to the living area is a dining space that seats up to six people. French doors lead out to the patio, where a picnic table invites guests to enjoy drinks or al fresco dining in the fresh countryside air.

The kitchen is fully equipped with everything you need for a self-catered stay, including a range of cooking utensils, crockery, and cutlery, making meal preparation convenient and easy. Each of the bedrooms is spacious, and all beds are made up prior to arrival to ensure a relaxing start to your stay. The main bathroom is generously sized and features a shower, bath, sink, and wash basin, offering both practicality and comfort.

As an added touch, guests are welcomed with a complimentary pack including tea, coffee, sugar, milk, as well as wine and homemade shortbread, setting the tone for a warm and inviting stay.

The surrounding area of Drummore and Dumfries & Galloway offers a variety of activities. For those who enjoy walking and cycling, there are numerous footpaths suitable for all ages and abilities. The Southern Upland Way, a 212-mile long-distance trail, takes in some of the region's most breathtaking landscapes. Visitors to the area will also find several stunning gardens nearby, including Logan Botanic Gardens, Ardwell Gardens, and Glenwhan Gardens, each offering beautiful displays of flowers and peaceful pathways.

Golf enthusiasts will appreciate the selection of nearby golf courses, many of which offer stunning coastal views. Fishing is also a popular pastime in the area, with opportunities available in various scenic locations.

Whether you are seeking outdoor adventure or simply a peaceful retreat, The Auld Dairy provides the perfect accommodation for your holiday in Dumfries & Galloway, offering a blend of comfort, convenience, and natural beauty.

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Buchan Ness Lighthouse Holidays, Boddam, Peterhead, Aberdeenshire

Buchan Ness Lighthouse Holidays, Boddam, Peterhead, Aberdeenshire

Buchan Ness Lighthouse Holiday in Boddam offers outstanding self-catering accommodation, nestled in a stunning setting. The cottages are located at the base of a lighthouse, surrounded by incredible scenery. They are close to Peterhead and less than an hour’s drive from Aberdeen, perfect for an unforgettable holiday in Aberdeenshire.

Skerry Cottage

This cottage is based on the north side of the lighthouse and is well-equipped to a high standard. Inside there is a living room with an open fire, TV and DVD. A well-equipped galley-style kitchen comes with a range of appliances and offers access to the decking area that enjoys sea views.

The main bedroom has a king-size bed and the second bedroom has twin beds. Both rooms share a bathroom with a roll-top bath and over-bath shower.

Dudonnie Cottage

This cottage comes with a living room that offers sea views. Facilities include a coal fire, TV and DVD player. A spacious kitchen/dining room has seating for 6-8 people. Kitchen appliances include a dishwasher, split-level oven/grill and coffee maker.

Bedrooms consist of a king room and a twin room. The rooms share a bathroom with a shower over the bath.

Visting Boddam & Exploring Aberdeenshire

Both cottages are ideally placed for discovering all that the area has to offer. Visit the sandy beaches, golf courses, castles and museums. Nearby sea angling/boat trips are available, offering a variety of sea birds to see, including puffins, guillemots, razorbills, cormorants and shags. 

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Knockinaam House, Portpatrick, Stranraer, Dumfries & Galloway (Sleeps 1-8)

Knockinaam House offers self catering accommodation for up to 8 people just outside of the village of Portpatrick in Dumfries & Galloway.

Accommodation

Bring the whole family – there are two doube rooms, one king en suite room and one twin – or indulge in a romantic holiday for just the two of you in the gorgeous scenery of Galloway. You’ll love using the kitchen at Knockinaam House, though – airy, spacious, and filled with all the equipment you’d expect from a good quality self-catering holiday home. Relax by the open fire in our comfortable, cosy sitting room. Watch TV all the Sky Freeview channels on TV or catch up with your emails – there’s high-speed wireless broadband available for you to use here at Knockinaam House. When the weather’s good, open the French windows from the dining hall and eat al-fresco – there’s a paved seating area and 3 acres of space outside to run and play. Or you could simply sit quietly and watch the visiting wildlife – deer, rabbits and birds – and catch the stunning sunsets over the sea.

Location

Knockinaam House is 5 minutes drive to Portpatrick and less than 30 minutes’ drive to the Mull of Galloway, Scotland’s most southerly point. Explore no fewer than six stunning gardens at the Rhins of Galloway – or visit the lighthouse and see the spectacular view from the balcony. Scotland is a golfer’s paradise, and Galloway is no exception – there are half a dozen brilliant courses within easy reach of Knockinaam Farm. There are so many lovely walks in the area you could spend a lifetime exploring them. We have every kind of sea shore you could want, too, from beautiful sandy beaches, to spectacular cliffs and pretty coves.

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Stopes Cottage, Portland, Weymouth, Dorset (Sleeps 1-4)

Stopes Cottage is a single-storey self catering cottage attached to The Old Higher Lighthouse in Portland. It offers fabulous sea views from the sitting room, kitchen and one of the bedrooms. This was one of the original cottages where the lighthouse keepers lived.

The beautiful cottages are fortunate to be in Portland, allowing you to enjoy walking along the stunning coastline. The island is also a magnet for bird watchers, where some the rarest species are to be discovered.

Sport lovers have an abundance of choice, with diving, wind and kite surfing, fishing and horse riding available nearby.

A wonderful attraction to visit is Tout Quarry, which has recently been transformed into a unique park or visit the nearby Culverwell Mesolithic site and delve into the island’s archaeology.

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The Old Higher Lighthouse, Portland, Weymouth, Dorset

A unique opportunity to stay in two Grade II listed cottages, situated in what must be one of the most peaceful and stunning locations on Dorset’s rugged Jurassic Coast at Portland Bill.

The Old Higher Lighthouse, Portland, Weymouth, Dorset (Sleeps 1 - 4)

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Situated right beside the sympathetically restored 18th century Old Higher Lighthouse, once the home of Dr Marie Stopes and visited by George Bernard Shaw, H.G. Wells and Thomas Hardy, these Portland Bill cottages have been comfortably furnished throughout to offer visitors a home-from-home holiday experience. 

Together, they can accommodate up to eight people in comfort, where you have shared use of the seasonal outdoor heated swimming pool and Jacuzzi. There are superb opportunities for walking and bird watching as well as climbing and diving, or why not just simply relax in the lighthouse and take in the sensational sea views or unwind beside the swimming pool? 

A short stroll takes you to The Bill itself, craggy rocks jutting out into the sea dominated by the current Trinity House lighthouse. The Bill’s friendly cafe and local pub provide good food and refreshments should you wish to take time out whilst exploring the dramatic coast. The owner of these cottages can offer reflexology, spiritual and crystal healing, plus Emotional Freedom Technique on site by arrangement, making them a holiday experience you’ll never forget!

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