The surrounding area boasts many sandy beaches with some of the best to be found in Lossiemouth and Findhorn, and of course the Moray Firth dolphins are a popular attraction for visitors to this area. Castles, stately homes and distilleries are abundant as well as good walking, most notably on the Speyside Way, and traffic-free cycling can also be enjoyed. Inverness is within easy driving distance. There is fishing on the River Spey and Findhorn. Shop 1 mile.

Attractions
-Johnstons of Elgin - woolen mill with restaurant
-Brodie Countryfare (with restaurant)
-Baxters of Fochabers (with restaurant)
-Malt Whisky trail
-Castle trail; including Brodie, Cawdor and Ballindalloch Castles
-Landmark Forest Adventure Park in Carrbridge
-MacDuff Marine Aquarium

Activities
-Sandy beaches at Lossiemouth and Findhorn
-Walking, including the Speyside Way and Ben Rinnes
-Cycling
-Mountain biking
-Sailing at Findhorn and Lossiemouth
-Dolphin watching boat trips from Lossiemouth
-Fishing on the Spey and Findhorn
-Golf, including many championship courses - Elgin, Lossiemouth, Hopeman and Kinloss