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The Byre Cottage, perfect peace, yet 25 mins by train to Edinburgh, beach 9 mins

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Outdoor dining
Miscellaneous
Breakfast meal
Interior
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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North Berwick, Scotland
  • Muirfield Golf Course
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • North Berwick Golf Course
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • North Berwick Harbour
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪59 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

The Byre Cottage, perfect peace, yet 25 mins by train to Edinburgh, beach 9 mins

The Byre Cottage in East Lothian, Scotland, is a charming 18th-century property that once formed part of the Newmains farm. Nestled in a peaceful rural setting, the cottage is surrounded by lush farmlands, offering a serene escape. Despite its historic origins, the cottage has been thoughtfully converted into a cozy and comfortable self-catering retreat, retaining much of its original character and rustic charm. Its tranquil location is complemented by its proximity to Drem railway station, which is just a 2 minute drive or 15 min walk away. The station has free parking and Edinburgh and all Scotland's capital has to offer is 25 mins away. North Berwick , voted Scotland's best place to live is 10 mins away by car. The coastal beaches of East Lothian are lovely, quiet and offer spectacular scenery. Visit Bass Rock, walk the coastal paths, play on championship gold courses and return to the peace of the cottage. Its a wonderful family holiday base, plenty for young and old, we love living here and we're happy to share ideas with you to create the perfect holiday.
The beds in the cottage are super king and the second bedroom, usually set up as twin can be zip and linked to provide 2 large bedrooms if preferred.
The west facing patio offers a wonderful spot to enjoy a relaxing morning coffee or sundowners after an active day. There are country walks from the doorstep offering views of the coastline and Bass rock and Fife in the distance.
The wood burning stove heats up quickly and provides a cosy, atmospheric environment, logs are provided.

Property manager

Giles

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Parking available
Fireplace

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

North Berwick

North Berwick is home to this holiday home. Dirleton Castle and Nungate Bridge are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Aberlady Bay Nature Reserve and Preston Mill & Phantassie Doocot Mill.
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North Berwick, Scotland

What's nearby

  • National Museum of Flight - 2 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Muirfield Golf Course - 7 min drive - 7.9 km
  • North Berwick Golf Course - 8 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Craigielaw Golf Course - 8 min drive - 7.8 km
  • North Berwick Harbour - 9 min drive - 10.6 km

Getting around

  • North Berwick Drem Station - 16 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Golf Tavern - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Falko - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Archerfield Walled Garden - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Coffee Pot - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Sung Sing Restaurant - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Byre Cottage, perfect peace, yet 25 mins by train to Edinburgh, beach 9 mins pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Where is The Byre Cottage, perfect peace, yet 25 mins by train to Edinburgh, beach 9 mins located?

Situated in North Berwick, this holiday home is 2 mi (3.2 km) from National Museum of Flight and within 6 miles (10 km) of Dirleton Castle and Archerfield Links. Luffness New Golf Course and Craigielaw Golf Course are also within 6 miles (10 km). North Berwick Drem Station is 16 minutes by foot.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Thomas Collieson Westfield T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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Fantastic location and setting would definitely go back again and recommend to friends.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

About the host

Hosted by Giles

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We are a local family. Giles is Scottish and we have lived here for the past 24 years, leaving Edinburgh when our children were young. We enjoy hosting guests, we've met wonderful people who have returned to us over the years.

Why they chose this property

The area is peaceful, yet a perfect place to base yourselves for a blend of beach, golf, coastal walks and visiting Edinburgh. There are country walks from the doorstep, offering coastal views of Bass rock and Fife in the distance. There is so much on offer within a 10 minute drive. The beaches are wonderful, local villages have great restaurants. Golf is very popular with championship courses on the doorstep. Guests return from active days to enjoy drinks on the patio and to light the wood burning stove in the colder months, creating a cosy atmosphere.

What makes this property unique

A perfect retreat, a calm, quiet, serene cottage with original charm. It's in an excellent location to allow guests to enjoy Edinburgh whilst being 9 mins from award winning beaches and golf courses.

Languages:

English