Durn House  

Tucked on a quiet country lane in Portsoy, this 4-star Georgian guesthouse sits within easy walking distance of Portsoy’s 17th‑century harbour and Portsoy Pottery. Banff is close by and Sanine Beach is a short drive. Pet-friendly and family-friendly — perfect for coastal escapes and short breaks.

An elegant Georgian mansion set in its own grounds, with huge open fires, original plasterwork and a magnificent stone spiral staircase. Rooms are large and individually decorated, with luxury en‑suites or private bathrooms, flat-screen TVs, DVD players and deep soaking tubs. The house nestles by a small stream and has terrace and garden spaces for slow mornings and harbour-side walks.

Complimentary Wi‑Fi throughout and free on-site parking. On-property extras include a restaurant, coffee shop/café, bar/lounge, lounge fireplace, billiards and a games room, massage and fishing opportunities, picnic area and a playroom for kids. Wedding services, tour/ticket assistance and airport shuttle (surcharge) are available. Wake up to cooked-to-order breakfasts using produce from the guesthouse kitchen garden.

Complimentary wireless internet throughout the property and desks in rooms. Luggage storage, safes and daily housekeeping make short stays easy.

On-site restaurant and café serve local flavours and snacks, with a reputation for excellent food and ingredients from the guesthouse kitchen garden. Enjoy a complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast daily (served 7:30–10:00) and unwind with drinks in the bar/lounge.