Chadwick House

Close to the waterside and sheltered within 5000 acres of the Culbin Forest, this sensational nine-bedroom property enjoys its secluded location on Findhorn Bay. Situated 1 mile from its closest neighbour this property delights with its proximity to a glorious golden sandy beach. This is a superb destination for family gatherings and special celebrations on the Scottish coast. With a choice of comfortable rooms for socialising, including the elegant drawing room for pre-dinner cocktails and a spacious sitting room furnished with antique furniture, perfect for spending lazy evenings curled up chatting late into the night. Stroll the extensive gardens which used to be open to the public or wander to the beach for competitive games of cricket and football, sandcastle building and sunset picnics. The bustling town of Forres (5 miles) is home to a number of craft shops and galleries for you to find a memento of your stay. Explore the pretty flower-filled parks and see the legendary Sueno’s Stone before stopping in one of the friendly pubs or restaurants for some refreshments.

Reached via an avenue of towering trees, your elegant holiday home boasts stylish interiors blending antique furniture and contemporary design. Step into the spacious hallway leading to your comfortable reception rooms. After a busy day at the beach, light the open fire in the sitting room, sink into one of the cosy sofas and relax with a wee dram or two. Play board games or charades in the drawing-room, an inviting room with wonderful views across the gardens or catch up on family news with a coffee in the pretty sunroom. Rustle up meals in the light and airy kitchen, complete with both AGA-style oven and electric Range cooker. To ensure your stay is a relaxed one, two hours of domestic assistance is provided twice per week. Dine at the large kitchen table or for leisurely meals enjoyed late into the evening, gather around the polished table in the dining room. Outside catering can be provided by prior arrangement. Two of the property’s bedrooms are on the ground floor, a pretty single bedroom and a spacious double with en-suite bathroom. Climb the stairs to the first floor and the galleried landing with walls lined with books and the door leading to the private roof terrace with fabulous views out to the coast. Off the landing are two well-appointed double bedrooms, three spacious twin bedrooms and a further two restful single bedrooms. You will also find three generous bathrooms on this level. Venturing outside, there are extensive grounds to explore and walks leading directly to the beach. Play garden games on the extensive lawns and enjoy picnics under the trees. Light the woodburner in the games barn and play table football late into the night.