Dookers’ Hoose is a former fisherman’s house, gable end to the sea on the Moray Firth; It is a detached property on two floors and enjoys views over the beach as well as across to the sheltered harbour; There is a small garden which provides a lovely space to relax outdoors, as well as to hang up washing on the line to dry your clothes and swimwear in the sea breeze. Dooking is the local Doric word for swimming and the house is geared for that; Across the road there are steps leading down to the beach where you can ‘Dook’; The harbour is a wonderful sheltered spot for young children as well as providing opportunities to swim in less clement weather; Within walking distance is the beautiful Cullen Bay which now has a fabulous amenity managed by a local lady; So you can go sea swimming, dip in and out of the waves and enjoy a sauna right on your doorstep. The property has three bedrooms; A bunk room on the ground floor, a twin room and a double room upstairs; There is a bathroom with shower upstairs as well as a walk-in shower room downstairs, near the bunk room and on the flat; There is also access from outside through the back gate, back door and directly into the shower which caters for young children and the many visitors who enjoy their daily swims.
The kitchen is newly fitted and very well equipped; The dining room has a large table able to seat at least six guests, covered with an oil cloth to protect the wood, providing an excellent space for arts and crafts; Our latest acquisition is a traditional gospel organ which was gifted to us from a nearby fisherman’s cottage and which now nestles in the inglenook fireplace; It is quite precious. The living room is warm with traditional wood panelling; This room used to be a grocer’s shop and is steeped in local history; Today it is a fine place to relax, read, write and enjoy a cup of tea or a glass of wine. The family have decorated the cottage with their Intergenerational art work and poetry; It is indeed a very special and inspirational place which draws writers and artists to it; Some of them even swim in the sea. But, Dookers’s Hoose provides families with peace and quiet and a haven far from busy routines where people enjoy television free time. The visitors’ book is full of stories of past holidays, places to go and recommendations; There is an 18 hole golf course, beautiful coastal walks and many tourist attractions in the vicinity including the whisky distilleries around the River Spey; Surfing on the beach, rowing and rock climbing are some of the activities on offer. Do come and enjoy a special holiday in an exceptional place with amazing luminosity and fabulous sunsets, and even, if you are lucky, the aurora borealis. The beautiful Cullen Bay is a 5 minute walk away; By the rock formations known as The Three Kings there is a sauna which is managed by a local lady and is available most of the year; This allows the possibility to dip in and out of the waves and enjoy the benefits of a fabulous facility. Walk along the coast to Portknockie, a picturesque village housing a delightful harbour, along with enjoying access to a range of walking trails, from the Portknockie Cliffs Path to the Finechty and Portknockie Path. Continue along the coast to Buckie, another welcoming town enjoying its own idyllic harbour and esteemed golf club, alongside a fascinating heritage centre and a range of green spaces, from Queen Street Park to Harbour Park. Further afield lies the town of Elgin, where a wealth of activities and attractions await, including the breathtaking ruins of Elgin Cathedral. Treat your loved ones to a blissful break at Dookers' Hoose.