Traprain Cottage @ Carfrae Farm

Entire cottage in East Lothian, United Kingdom

  1. 4 guests
  2. 2 bedrooms
  3. 4 beds
  4. 1.5 bathrooms
Hosted by Trudi
  1. Superhost
  2. 13 years hosting

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Traprain Cottage is a cosy cottage with free parking, private hot tub, garden, on-site sauna. Tucked away in a beautiful rural location on Carfrae Farm in East Lothian while only 40 minutes from Edinburgh. There is a licensed farm shop on site including a huge range of local products, teas, coffee and cakes. A perfect location to relax and explore the local area.
4 Star Rating Visit Scotland

The space
A cosy, rural cottage in East Lothian which is 1 mile from the village of Garvald and 3 miles from the village of Gifford (supermarket in this village). The location is on a farm at the foot of the Lammermuir Hills with lovely open views and lots of great nearby walks along the picturesque beaches, foothill paths & tracks. It's also a great area for cycling, the surrounding roads were used by Iron Man Triathlon in 2017 and 2018 as part of the cycling route! The cottage offers a truly relaxing stay in the quiet of the countryside although it is also only 40 minutes drive from Edinburgh and the local villages and towns are of course nearer.

The cottage is very well equipped, details of facilities are below as well as under amenities. If you are unsure about whether something is provided or would just like to check something in particular please feel free to message me.

The open plan sitting and dining room:
A cosy, country sitting room on the ground floor with feature stone wall, wood burning stove, Smart TV and dining for 4

The Kitchen:
Well equipped modern kitchen on the ground floor with wooden worktops for a country feel yet all the comforts of home with a Nespresso machine for coffee lovers and integrated appliances: electric oven, induction hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher.

The Bedroom on the ground floor:
This bedroom has a king size bed. We value a good nights sleep and the beds provided have this in mind, the frequent compliments about the beds gives us confidence we have got this correct. Deep pile sheepskin rugs either side of the bed add another sense of luxury. Other features include USB sockets both sides of the bed, wall mounted brass clothes hanging brackets, wall mounted smart TV, full length mirror and views out the front.

The Bedroom upstairs:
This bedroom can be prepared with either a super king size bed or 2 single beds. We value a good nights sleep and the beds provided have this in mind, the frequent compliments about the beds gives us confidence we have got this correct. There is a TV, chest of drawers, bedside tables, hanging space, mirrored dressing table area, USB sockets both sides of the bed, large velux windows with integrated black out blinds for a long, deep sleep and stunning views over the open countryside when you awake.

Our pillows are luxury hollow fibre and are in all bedrooms. We do have feather pillows available if requested prior to arrival. Please let us know if you have any specific requirements or allergies to allow us to have the cottage ready for your arrival.

The Bathroom:
Spacious, luxurious bathroom with large double-ended bath, big enough for 2 and a fixed overhead shower. Wash hand basin and WC. Wicker chair with soft sheepskin rug. Large velux window with stunning views over the countryside. Perfect space to relax and unwind with unlimited hot water, just add bubbles.

The Downstairs Toilet:
Toilet and washbasin on the ground floor just beside the back door. Complete with coat hooks above the radiator to dry out wet outdoor clothes.

The Gardens and parking:
There is an enclosed garden opposite the front door with free parking spaces for 2 cars and a rear garden accessed from the back door. There are 2 EV charging points for electric cars in the village of Garvald which is 1 mile away.

Private hot tub for guests to enjoy, situated at the front of the cottage with views of the garden and Lammermuir Hills. The hot tub is checked twice daily by the owners who live nearby to ensure the chemical levels in the tub are correct.

Guest access
A well equipped cottage and guests have private access to all areas in the cottage and the garden. Private parking.

Other things to note
This is a quiet and relaxing setting and a perfect location to simply escape for peace and quiet or to use as a base to explore Edinburgh and the East Lothian landscape from ocean to hills. Plenty of special places to discover without the crowd. What do you need to bring? Time to explore.

Ordnance survey maps and recommendations of walking routes from Carfrae Farm are provided in the cottage. These are waterproof and can be taken with you on day trips but please return them to the cottage after your stay. If you wish to take it home please let us know and we can arrange payment.

During your stay you can borrow a bike. We have 2 ladies and 3 men’s bikes available. Please note you must bring your own helmet. For more information or to use please ask in the farm shop.

We do not allow large groups for parties and loud music at our cottages.

Registration details
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What this place offers

Garden view
Kitchen
Wifi
Dedicated workspace
Free driveway parking on premises – 2 spaces

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Where you’ll be

East Lothian, Scotland, United Kingdom
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Neighbourhood highlights

If country air and the sound of bird song is your thing then this is the right place for you. Many beautiful views can be found within easy walking distance. Recently installed walking tracks for the more seasoned walker can take you for many long hours of fresh air and fun! The Lammermuir Hills also offer many different walking routes. There is a farm shop on site stocking everything you need for a meal & more. The Waterside Bistro in Haddington (10 minutes) is one of our favourite local restaurants serving good found, with great hospitality in a picturesque setting. The nearest village of Garvald (2 minutes) has a pub serving food. The village of Gifford (10 minutes) has 2 great cafes, Lewis & Clark Cafe and Lantern Rouge Cafe, Beech & Birch an amazing Scandinavian & British Gifts Shop and pubs The Gobin Ha' and Tweeddale Arms. Check out our Latest News on Carfrae Farm for more ideas of what to do in the area.

Meet your host

Superhost
2,224 reviews
4.81 out of 5 average rating
13 years of hosting
My work: The Edinburgh Apartment and Carfrae Farm
Lives in Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Luxury Holiday Cottages and Apartments in the countryside and city centre of Edinburgh. The team at Carfrae are on hand to ensure all guests have a comfortable and memorable stay. We have been running our serviced properties since 2004 and have extended our services to include outdoor activites. These include SUP yoga and Mindful Loch Swimming on the Danskine Loch which is part of Carfrae Farm where the holiday cottages are located.

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Things to know

Cancellation policy
House rules
Checkout before 10:00
4 guests maximum
Pets allowed
Safety & property
Carbon monoxide alarm
Smoke alarm
Must climb stairs