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ID: S69984
65 reviews
2 pets welcome
4 Bathrooms
WiFi
Open fire
Parking
The Anchorage is a well-loved cottage praised for its stunning sea views and homely feel. Guests have enjoyed the property's proximity to beaches and local attractions, making it an ideal retreat for families and groups seeking relaxation and coastal beauty. The house's warmth, spaciousness, and well-equipped kitchen are frequently mentioned, alongside the thoughtful touches provided by the hosts.
Most guests found The Anchorage to be immaculate and comfortable. However, a few mentioned minor cleanliness issues such as dust and a need for tidying in the garden, which slightly impacted the overall impression.
The location is highly praised for its amazing sea views and easy access to coastal beauty spots, trails, and nearby towns. The convenience for exploring the coastline and the proximity to Edinburgh by train are also appreciated.
Guests have reported the house to be warm, comfortable, and spacious, with comfy beds and ample facilities. The presence of multiple bathrooms and a conservatory with a wood-burning fire adds to the comfort. Some guests noted the showers could be small and the conservatory too hot at times.
The property is well-equipped with kitchen appliances, towels, and linen. However, some guests noted that certain facilities, such as shower cubicles and windows, could benefit from updating or maintenance.
Guests have expressed gratitude for the thoughtful welcome treats and provisions, which added to their experience. While these gestures are warmly received, it is noted that such personal touches, though delightful, may vary and are not guaranteed with every stay.
Cockburnspath 1 mile. A lovely detached holiday home with stunning sea views, situated a mile away from the village of Cockburnspath and eight miles south of Dunbar on Scotlands beautiful North Sea coast. The Anchorage will accommodate up to eight people over three floors and its superb dramatic clifftop location gives fantastic cliff and sea views. The ground floor has a dining room, a fitted kitchen with access to the rear decked area, a spacious sitting room with, not only amazing coastal views, but also an open fire, ideal on those cooler days. There is also a sun room which can be enjoyed throughout the year thanks to the woodburning stove. The first floor has three bedrooms, a double with an en-suite, boasting a lovely freestanding bath, a second double and a 2 6 twin. The second floor has a further double bedroom with an en-suite shower room and a balcony opening up onto stunning views along the coast and out to swirling sea beyond. The garden has a decked area and is the perfect place to drink in the atmosphere and relax with a good book. A short walk brings you down onto the stony beach below and there are additional coastal walks within this beautiful part of Scotland, including the Southern Upland Way, Scotlands longest official Long Distance Path, terminating here at the village of Cockburnspath. Alternatively, for a different, but no less beautiful, backdrop, head inland and explore some lovely Borders scenery including the Lammermuir Hills, attractive towns and historic abbeys. Just north of Dunbar is spectacular Belhaven Bay with its famous beach or should you fancy and day in Edinburgh, there is a regular service from Dunbar. Golfers are well-provided for with an array of championship and public courses including Muirfield and Gullane nearby and theres diving, surfing and cycling opportunities in abundance. With beautiful coastline, great walks and access to superb scenery at your fingertips, there is something for everyone at The Anchorage, whatever the season. EPC Rating: Band F
Cockburnspath is a small, beautiful and untouched village, situated just inland of the North Sea coast. A perfectly serene base for surfers, cyclists and walkers, the breathtakingly-beautiful beach at Pease Bay is less than two miles away and the Southern Upland Way, Scotlands longest official Long Distance Path, terminates here at the villages thistle-covered cross. The village offers a village shop and a Post Office whilst Dunbar, eight miles away offers a selection of pubs and train service to Edinburgh.
Short-term Holiday Let Licence No: SB-00599-FEPC Rating: Band F
Over three floors.
Four bedrooms: 1 x first floor double with en-suite freestanding bath, shower over, basin and WC, 1 x first floor double, 1 x first floor 2 6 twin, 1 x second floor double with en-suite shower, basin and WC.
2 x shower room with shower, basin and WC.
Ground floor basin and WC.
Kitchen with dining area.
Utility.
Dining room.
Sitting room with open fire.
Sun room with woodburning stove.
Oil central heating with open fire and woodburning stove.
Electric double oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher, TV with Freeview, DVD, iPod dock, WiFi, selection of books, games and DVDs.
Fuel and power inc in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off road parking for 2 cars with further parking in layby opposite on a first come, first served basis.
Lockable bike storage.
Enclosed front lawned garden with enclosed rear decked area.
Two well-behaved dogs welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 1 mile, pub 2 miles.
Note: Mobile phone reception at the property is variable.
Note: There is a low wall to the rear with fencing and a steep drop, care to be taken and children and pets to be supervised.
Note: Reduced head height on the stairs to the second floor and in the second floor bedroom and en-suite.
Note: There are small steps to access each room on the ground floor and changes of levels on the first floor.
Note: Check-in 5pm.
Please note this property only accepts 1 booking per week, please contact us to confirm availability.
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