Spacious Beach House overlooking stunning West Bay

Entire cottage in East Lothian, United Kingdom

  1. 6 guests
  2. 2 bedrooms
  3. 5 beds
  4. 1.5 bathrooms
Hosted by Sarah
  1. Superhost
  2. 5 years hosting

Listing highlights

Great check-in experience

Recent guests loved the smooth start to this stay.

Beautiful and walkable

Guests say this area is scenic and it’s easy to get around.

Beach view

Soak up the view during your stay.
Sitting literally on one of the best beaches in East Lothian and with the most amazing views overlooking West Bay and Bass Rock , this 2 bedroom spacious and well appointed beach house is perfect for escaping the stresses of life with your family or friends.
An easy five minute walk to the centre of town with artisan cafes, independent shops and fish restaurants to explore and a minute's walk from the Scottish Seabird Centre and 12th century picturesque harbour.
Free Street parking.

The space
A spacious and airy beach house, flooded with light even on dull days. Downstairs is a large well appointed kitchen/diner and lounge area, There is a large TV as well as games and books. The cooker has its own coal grill, ideal for cooking steaks and there are plenty of pots and pans and utensils and a dishwasher. Large French windows open up on to the terrace overlooking the beach. On the terrace there are four quirky seats made from milking churns and tractor seats, ideal for drinking a glass on wine on a warm summers evening, watching the fishing boats as they make their way out to sea. An outdoor shower with warm water just off the terrace allows for guests to rinse off the sand before entering the house.

Also downstairs is the family bathroom and the bunk room. The two bunks are large enough to take adults and for children there are plenty of books and games to occupy them in both the lounge and the bunkroom.

Upstairs is a Master bedroom with a king bed and amazing views over the bay as well as an ensuite bathroom with washbasin and toilet.

You access the house from a typical Victorian terrace street, only a minute's walk from the Scottish Seabird Centre and an award winning fish restaurant.

West Bay is a sandy beach with excellent views over Firth of Forth, Craigleith and Bass Rock, Nearby is the North Berwick Golf Club and a putting green. A couple of minutes walk takes you to the 12th Century picturesque harbour where you can book boat trips out to the seabird sanctuary on Bass Rock as or treat yourself to a fresh fish lunch from the seafood van. The beach is accessed through a shared gate from the veranda at the back of the house. and is perfect for families, with plenty of safe paddling opportunities for little ones.

Situated in golfer's paradise the cottage has easy access to the best championship courses along Scotland's Golf Coast.

Whether exploring the breathtaking landscapes of East Lothian, playing some of the most historic links golf courses in the world, or indulging in the culinary delights of East Lothian's vibrant dining scene, this spacious cottage serves as the perfect base for your Scottish getaway.

Guest access
Parking in North Berwick is free, however has you can imagine in the summer and weekends, finding a parking space close to the house can be difficult, although not impossible. There is a railway station with frequent trains to Edinburgh and plenty of buses that go to local villages as well as Edinburgh.

Other things to note
We ask all guests to ensure they are meticulous in using the outside shower if they have been on the beach. On departure if the property is left in a messy state or there is excess sand in the cottage, an excess cleaning fee of £50 will be taken from the deposit.

Where you'll sleep

What this place offers

Sea view
Shared beach access – Beachfront
Kitchen
Wifi
Free on-street parking

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Rated 4.89 out of 5 from 265 reviews.

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Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars for cleanliness

Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for accuracy

Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for check-in

Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for communication

Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for location

Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars for value

Where you’ll be

East Lothian, Scotland, United Kingdom
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Neighbourhood highlights

West Bay is a sandy beach five minutes from the centre of town. It is perfect for paddling, water sports and fishing and close to the beach is North Bewrick Golf Club and a putting green. At the eastern end of the beach is the picturesque harbour where you can book fishing trips and boat trips to the seabird sanctuary on Bass Rock as well as enjoy ready to eat fresh fish from the mobile vans.
The town itself has plenty of artisan cafes, restaurants and both independent and well known high street shops.
A regular train runs to and from Edinburgh to nearby North Berwick Station.

Meet your host

Superhost
265 reviews
4.89 out of 5 average rating
5 years of hosting

Sarah is a Superhost

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Co-Hosts

  • Linda

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Things to know

Cancellation policy
House rules
Check-in: 16:00 – 21:00
Checkout before 10:00
6 guests maximum
Safety & property
Nearby lake, river, other body of water
Carbon monoxide alarm
Smoke alarm