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Milton of Grange Farmhouse

Delightful Farmhouse B&B accommodation in beautiful countryside near Forres & Findhorn Bay.

* Member of Scotland's Best B&Bs
* Holder of Scotland's Best certificate
* Welcome Host Award
* Listed in the Which? 'Good Bed and Breakfast Guide'

We offer 4 star B&B accommodation in the farmhouse where we have 3 guest bedrooms (1 king-size double, 1 twin, 1 family/triple), all with views over the countryside to Forres and Findhorn Bay. Each room has its own ensuite bathroom TV, hairdryer, radio alarm, magazines, tea/coffee making facilities and central heating.
We can also offer bed and breakfast staying in the new summerhouse in 2 separate cabins all finished with pine lining.

Milton of Grange Farmhouse is ideally situated for day trips north, west, east or south.
We are just 2 minutes drive from Forres and 5 minutes from Findhorn on the Moray coast.
RAF Kinloss: 2 miles / Nairn: 10 miles / Elgin: 10 miles / Inverness: 26 miles / Aviemore: 38 miles / Aberdeen: 75 miles

The Royal Burgh of Forres is famous for its floral sculptures in Grant Park, and was winner of the 1999 Britain in Bloom competition. Local sports facilities include golf, swimming pool, tennis courts, horse riding, squash, badminton, bowling, etc. Nelson's Tower - standing prominently on Cluny Hill - offers spectacular views of the area. Just as impressive is Sueno's Stone - a 9th century Pictish stone which stands some 23 feet high and is intricately carved with battle scenes.

The lovely village of Findhorn with traditional cottages and sandy beach is just 4 miles from Forres. It is home to the Findhorn Foundation, which includes a community shop (organic foodstuffs, crafts, spiritual books, etc.) and ecological houses. Guided tours of the centre and gardens are available. Findhorn has its own Yacht Club, tennis courts and bowling green where visitors are welcome. Our farm adjoins the Findhorn Nature Reserve which is popular with birdwatchers. Another peaceful spot is the Culbin Forest (forest trails) and Culbin Sands.

Known as the Lantern of the North, the cathedral in Elgin was founded in 1224, but was destroyed by the Wolf of Badenoch in 1390. It is second in size in Scotland only to St Andrews cathedral. The pedestrianised town centre has good shops and facilities. The local Farmers' Market is held here on the last Saturday of every month.

Other attractions in Elgin include Cooper Park, the unusual Biblical Gardens, ice rink, swimming pool, Moray Motor Museum and nearby Millbuies Country Park.

Brodie Castle, 4.5 miles west of Forres, is open to the public throughout the tourist season. With a famous daffodil collection, the magnificent grounds (open all year for free) include a lake, picnic area and ancient carved Pictish stone. Two other splendidly furnished castles to visit nearby are Ballindalloch (towards Grantown-on-Spey) and Cawdor (near Inverness). Ruined castles include Duffus (near Elgin) and Urquhart (by Loch Ness).

Discover the rugged Banffshire coastline visiting the fishing towns of Buckie, Cullen (sandy beach), Banff, MacDuff, Fraserburgh (lighthouse museum) and Peterhead (maritime museum). Picturesque villages such as Gardenstown and Pennan where 'Local Hero' was filmed can also be enjoyed on a day out. The Moray Firth Wildlife Centre at Spey Bay has information about the local dolphins.

Benromach Distillery on the outskirts of Forres is the smallest working distillery in Speyside. A wide range of single malts and gifts are available at the Malt Whisky Centre (open October to April). Continue on the Whisky Trail at Dallas Dhu just 2 miles from Forres and get a free 'dram'. Other distilleries to visit include Cardhu, Glen Grant, Glenfarclas and Glenfiddich to name but a few.

There are also lots of opportunities for buying those souvenirs! Johnstons of Elgin are the famous cashmere specialists and offer tours of their mill.
Brodie Countryfayre between Nairn and Forres has alsorts of gifts and clothes, plus a delicatessen and restaurant. James Pringle Weavers of Inverness is handy for those woolly sweaters. Based at Fochabers, Baxters of Speyside are internationally renowned for their soups and jams.
And don't forget Walkers Shortbread (at Aberlour).
At Logie Steading you can browse arts and crafts, books and antiques, while paying a visit to their garden shop and tearoom in converted farm buildings, 6 miles south of Forres.

With its pretty bridges across river, the city of Inverness is the Capital of the Highlands. Why not do some shopping, go to the theatre or take a boat trip to Loch Ness? Nearby historical sites include Culloden Battlefield and Fort George.

Discover 'Monarch of the Glen' country.
Drive south to Boat of Garten to visit the osprey bird sanctuary or take a trip on the Strathspey Steam Railway. There's sailing and canoeing on Loch Morlich, mountain bike trails in the forest and walking in the hills. Aviemore is popular during the winter skiing season. The less energetic can take the new funicular railway up Cairn Gorm mountain (over 4000 feet high). There are several garden centres specialising in heathers, orchids and alpine plants. For kids, there's the Highland Wildlife Park, Reindeer Herd, Landmark Centre and lots more.