Flora Cottage, Milltown, Elgin, IV30 8NE

Charming One-Bedroom Detached Cottage in Idyllic Elgin Setting

Nestled in a peaceful and picturesque area just minutes from Elgin town centre, this delightful one-bedroom detached cottage offers a lovely blend of rural tranquillity and convenient living. Surrounded by open fields and accessed via a charming stone pathway, this beautifully presented home is ideal for those seeking a quiet retreat with character and comfort.

Key Features:

• Detached cottage with a beautifully maintained private garden
• Recently upgraded kitchen and bathroom
• Dual aspect living room with open fireplace
• Off-road parking for two vehicles
• Surrounded by countryside yet close to local amenities

Accommodation:

Porch (2.1m x 1.3m)
Step through the wooden door with frosted glass into a welcoming porch—ideal for storing coats and boots. Fitted with coat hooks and housing the electric units, this space is both practical and welcoming.

Living Room (4m x 3.9m)
A bright and spacious dual-aspect room, full of character. The working open fireplace provides a warm focal point, with elegant period-style doors adding to the cottage charm. Complete with carpet, curtain pole, and curtains.

Kitchen (3.3m x 3.4m)
This L-shaped kitchen has been thoughtfully updated and features ample storage with upper and lower cabinets. There's a built-in oven with induction hob, space for a fridge and freezer, and plumbing for a washing machine. A stainless steel sink is perfectly placed below a side window, bringing in natural light. A glass-panelled door opens directly into the rear garden—ideal for outdoor dining. Finished with modern vinyl flooring.

Bathroom (1.8m x 1.5m)
Contemporary and stylish, the bathroom features a unique Japanese 3-piece suite, including a bath with mains shower above, WC, and wash hand basin with built-in cabinetry. Fully wet-walled for easy maintenance, it also benefits from a heated towel rail and mirrored cabinet.

Bedroom (3.4m x 2.8m)
A bright and airy double bedroom with front-facing window, built-in double wardrobe, carpeted flooring, and window dressings included.

Garden
The garden is a true highlight of this property—a wonderfully peaceful, fully enclosed outdoor space that's perfect for relaxation, gardening, or entertaining. Primarily laid to lawn, it is bordered by mature plants and shrubs, with a neat stone pathway that gently guides you toward the front door. There's a charming wooden summer house, ideal as a reading nook or studio, and a well-kept garden shed with windows for storage or hobbies. Surrounded by open fields, the garden offers a rare sense of seclusion and privacy while still being just a short distance from the town centre. Whether enjoying a sunny afternoon on the lawn, pottering among the flowers, or dining al fresco, this garden is a serene and versatile space to savour year-round.

Off-road parking for two cars adds convenience.

Location

Elgin is the largest community and the administrative/commercial centre of Moray, conveniently connected by road, bus, and train to Inverness, Aberdeen and beyond. The high street boasts classical architecture and is abuzz with coffee shops, independent shops and a variety of local services with a separate retail park home to many well-known, larger retailers.  Medical and dental services are available in Elgin and Dr Gray's hospital has an A&E unit.

Nestled in the world-famous whisky region, Elgin is situated just inland of the Moray Firth roughly midway between Inverness and Aberdeen and straddles the River Lossie.  Elgin offers many pleasant characteristics, breathtaking scenery and a number of local distilleries including Glen Moray and Gordon & MacPhail, and Elgin is also home to the famous Walkers shortbread. The expansive beaches and rocky coves of the Moray coastline are just a few miles away providing fabulous opportunities for outdoor activities. Elgin has ample primary and secondary schooling opportunities with the private school of Gordonstoun within 10 miles.  Elgin lies approximately 35 miles east of Inverness airport and approximately 65 miles west of Aberdeen airport, adding an extra level of convenience for those looking to travel to long and short haul destinations.