Sealladh Mara Holiday Home, Portessie

10/06/2026

We've finally joined Instagram! We'll be sharing more coastal views, nearby walks, wildlife spotting and local events over there too.

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03/06/2026

Rare June dates are now available following a couple of cancellations. Why not coincide a visit to Sealladh Mara with the Moray Walking & Outdoor Festival? This could be the perfect opportunity for a last-minute outdoorsy escape.

Get in touch to book your stay; we look forward to hearing from you soon!

SPRING HAS SPRUNG- And so have tickets for the Moray Walking & Outdoor Festival 2025!

07/05/2026

A very special visitor has been spotted in Moray this month… Magnus the walrus has been seen nearby, bringing plenty of excitement to our beautiful coastline! What a perfect excuse for a spontaneous seaside escape. 🌊

We still have a couple of midweek stays (min. 2 nights) available this May; get in touch to book. We look forward to welcoming you soon!

17/04/2026

At Sealladh Mara, we are lucky to have so much to do on our doorstep, as well as opportunities like this a little further afield. Make use of our bikes at the cottage and take a day trip to the Cairngorm Mountains to shred the trails.

We have availability Apr 28-1 May, as well as a few select dates throughout the rest of the summer.

Get in touch to book your stay; we look forward to welcoming you soon!

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09/03/2026

Take in these spectacular views of the Moray coast from the top of the Bin of Cullen — just a few minutes’ drive from the cottage!

We have last-minute availability this week, so if you fancy a spontaneous coastal escape, now’s the perfect time.

After that, our next opening is 18–25 April (minimum two-night stay), with only a handful of dates left for the rest of the summer.

Send us a message to book your stay — we’d love to welcome you soon!

Ever wondered what the Moray coast looks like from one of its highest coastal viewpoints?

This 360° panorama was captured from the summit of the Bin of Cullen, offering a full view across the farmland, forests and the sweeping coastline of the Moray Firth. Drag the image around and explore the landscape in every direction.

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05/02/2026

🥣 Cullen Skink World Championships – right on our doorstep! 🥣

For the uninitiated, Cullen Skink is a traditional Scottish soup made with smoked haddock, potatoes and onions – simple, hearty and famously delicious. Originating in nearby Cullen, it’s been warming locals and visitors alike for generations.

The championships celebrate both amateur and professional cooks from near and far, competing for the coveted title, with judges crowning the very best version of this iconic dish. It’s a brilliant day out, full of local character, friendly competition and (of course) plenty of skink to sample!

We have availability for the championship weekend, as well as a last minute cancellation Feb 10-12. The rest of the calendar continues to fill up fast, with just one week left in August.

Get in touch to book your stay; we look forward to welcoming you soon!

Four weeks today is the Cullen Skink World Championships 2026!

The event brings together home cooks, amateurs, and professional chefs in an epic battle to create the most mouthwatering bowl of Scotland’s iconic Cullen Skink.

With two thrilling cook-off competitions and 12 talented entrants in each, competitors have just 45 minutes to whip up their championship-worthy Cullen Skink.

A panel of expert judges will conduct a blind taste test to determine the ultimate champion, but you—the spectators—also get a say! Sample the incredible dishes and cast your vote for the coveted People’s Choice Award.

Whose name will be added to the Cullen Skink World Championships Hall of Fame? Find out four weeks today.

15/01/2026

This was the scene at Sealladh Mara last Valentine's Day thanks to some lovely February guests – fire on, wine poured, and nowhere else to be.

We’ve got Valentine’s weekend availability as well as a few other winter dates still free. Perfect for a quiet escape, long walks, good books and relaxed evenings.

Get in touch to book your stay - we look forward to welcoming you soon!

03/01/2026

One of our lovely regular guests has just shared this beautiful wintery scene ❄️

Snug and cosy inside the cottage, they’re enjoying the perfect spot to watch the world go by.

We still have good availability in January and February, but dates from March onwards are booking up quickly — get in touch to secure your stay. We look forward to welcoming you soon!

24/11/2025

'Tis the season for cosying up, and where better to do it than at our wee cottage? Whether you’re craving a quiet retreat, a romantic getaway, or simply a place to slow down, Sealladh Mara Portessie is waiting for you.

Book your winter escape today - we look forward to welcoming you soon!

28/09/2025

Same stunning coastal view; just a fresh lick of paint for the windows, in preparation for the winter storms and all of that salty sea air!

We have some rare last minute availability at the cottage this week, with a weather forecast of gorgeous autumn sunshine. Why not soak up the last of the sun's warmth before the dark winter nights creep in?

We look forward to welcoming you at Sealladh Mara soon!