Guests say
Cauldside West Cottage is praised for its peaceful, rural setting, making it an ideal base for exploring East Lothian’s beaches, countryside, and nearby Edinburgh. Guests appreciate the abundance of wildlife, comfortable beds, and the relaxing atmosphere. The cottage is well equipped and cosy, with friendly and helpful hosts. Some guests noted the access track is rough and the property could benefit from refurbishment in places, but overall, most found it clean, comfortable, and a great spot for a tranquil getaway.
Most guests found the cottage clean and tidy, though a few mentioned issues such as dust under beds and a stained sheet. Overall, cleanliness is generally good but could be improved with more attention to detail.
The location is highly praised for its tranquillity, natural surroundings, and proximity to local attractions and Edinburgh. The rural setting and wildlife are highlights, though the access road is rough.
Guests frequently mention comfortable beds and a cosy atmosphere. The cottage is described as relaxing and peaceful, though a few noted dated furnishings and minor maintenance issues.
The cottage is generally well equipped, but some guests noted that certain items, such as the microwave and pans, need replacing. The bathroom and some furniture could benefit from refurbishment.
Guests appreciated friendly hosts and a welcoming atmosphere. While a welcome gift was mentioned by one guest, it was not received, so such gestures cannot be guaranteed.
About this property
Cauldside West Cottage offers peace and tranquillity, ideal for couples and families to explore golden sandy beaches and the nearby picturesque fishing towns.. All on the
Ground Floor:
Living room: 32" Freeview TV, Woodburner
Kitchen/dining room: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet.
Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels, Wi-Fi and logs for wood burner included. Travel cot and highchair available on request. Welcome pack.. Enclosed lawned garden with sitting-out area, garden furniture and firepit. Bike store. Private car park; allocated for 2 cars. No smoking.. Cauldside West Cottage is accessed by a rough track and is tastefully furnished, cosy and warm with gas central heating and a wood burner with logs supplied. It has an enclosed garden with great views of the surrounding country side where both roe and fallow deer are regular visitors, and an outdoor shed for bike storage. Smeaton Estate is a working farm of 450 acres, which is owned and run by the Gray family who live nearby, they have carefully maintained and preserved the natural beauty of the estate as well as working the land. You can enjoy glimpses of farm life from the cottage, which includes a large garden nursery, horses and Highland cows. Adjacent to the cottage are the grounds of the old mansion house with parkland, a lake and arboretum which is part of the National Tree Collection of Scotland. There is also an award winning tearoom, serving home baked cakes on the estate if you fancy a treat!
The peaceful village of East Linton, about a mile away, is within walking distance of the cottage and has several local amenities including two pubs (both serving food), a café, a supermarket with cash machine, local butcher and a chemist. There are two National Trust for Scotland attractions in the village, Phantassie Doocot and Preston Mill, which are well worth a look. Just some 6 miles’ drive away is Dunbar, with a traditional high street with a local baker, fishmonger and butcher as well as supermarkets, local shops and galleries and eateries. The town has a picturesque working harbour where you can watch daily activities and the local boats unloading their catch. It is also home to the beaches of the coastal John Muir Country Park.
Other nearby towns are Haddington, Belhaven and North Berwick, all roughly about 6 to 7 miles away, they all have a good range of local shops, pubs and restaurants. The village of Belhaven is well known for its brewery, which is the oldest working brewery in Scotland, offering tours and sampling, as does the nearby Glenkinchie Whisky Distillery where you can see how Scotland’s national drink is made. For a day out, the capital city of Edinburgh is only 25 miles away and there is a regular train service from Dunbar or Drem to the city centre, taking only 20 minutes, so you can enjoy the city without having to look for a parking space! Ideal for visiting the Edinburgh Festival, the Royal Military Tattoo or just exploring the city. East Lothian has a great choice of golf courses and all in lovely locations such as Gullane, Dunbar and North Berwick. Beach 2 miles. Shop, pub and restaurant 1 mile.
Approach to property is by a rough or gravel track.
EPC Rating = G
Reviews (18)
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Confirmed Guest
Lovely cottage if you like peace and quiet! Plenty to do in the vicinity although most of the time you will have to drive a short way. There are walks fro the cottage.Quite a long drive way that is a fairly rough track but no problems at all reaching the property. Very helpful and friendly owners!I would certainly consider returning in the future.
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David Prince
Cauldside West Cottage was a cosy, well equipped place to stay in excellent surroundings. It was a perfect base to stay while visiting Edinburgh & the East Lothian area. It was nice to meet Helen, the owner, on our arrival.
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Confirmed Guest
For visiting East Lothian this cottage is ideal. It's basic but comfortable. This is the 3rd time we have stayed here and as usual the local hares and deer didn't disappoint. Helen is a good host- ready to help if needed but otherwise unobtrusive. We find it a most relaxing place and ideally suited to us.