WESTWOOD COTTAGE - A spacious farm cottage close to superb East Lothian beaches | Cottage in Longniddry
4 Bedroom Cottage in MacMerry, Longniddry
A spacious farm cottage ideally located for East Lothian's superb beaches and celebrated golf courses.
A perfect base for exploring the magnificent city of Edinburgh, just a 20-minute train ride away
Westwood Cottage has been recently renovated to provide comfortable accommodation for up to six guests with highlights including a well-appointed kitchen, contemporary bathrooms, a handmade Roast Chandelier and local artwork from artists such as Kirsten Boston.
The cottage sits in a large garden with an outside dining area and attractive views across open farmland to Arthur's Seat and the Pentland Hills in the distance. There is excellent walking from the front door around farm tracks, as well as numerous waymarked routes.
Westwood Cottage is very well-positioned for exploring East Lothian's stunning coast. Longniddry beach, just a mile from the cottage, is one of the best kite surfing spots in Scotland and for families, the stunning sandy beaches of Aberlady and Gullane are both within a 15-minute drive. Gullane is also home to the renowned Bonnie Badger pub, created by chef Tom Kitchin.
There is an excellent array of activities for families nearby, including Archerfield Walled Garden and Fairy Trail, the Museum of Flight, Dalkeith Country Park, East Links Family Park and Foxlake water park, slightly further afield.
Scotland's famous golf coast is on the doorstep, with the internationally renowned courses of Gullane, Muirfield and North Berwick all within a 10-mile radius. Longniddry also has a well-regarded 18-hole links course.
Westwood Cottage is exceptionally well-positioned to explore Edinburgh and the Edinburgh Festivals, taking a 20-minute train ride from Longniddry station, just a mile from the house.
GROUND FLOOR
The accommodation is all on the ground floor and may be suitable for less mobile guests.
Small utility area with washing machine and microwave.
Large kitchen / dining room with double electric oven, AEG five-ring ceramic hob, grilled steak machine, Dolce Gusto coffee machine, large fridge / freezer, DAB radio and Belfast sink. A good selection of plastic picnicware is provided. Dining table for six guests with natural cowhide chair coverings, Digital Smart TV, door to terrace.
Sunroom with door to terrace.
Sitting / dining room with open fire (with an initial supply of logs provided), three-seater sofa, two armchairs and natural cowhide rug. Dining space for six guests.
Bedroom one with 5’ king size bed, side tables, wardrobe with hanging space and drawers below, chest of drawers.
Shower room with walk-in shower with rainforest showerhead and separate mixer, heated towel rail, basin and WC.
Bedroom two with 5’ king size bed, wardrobe with drawers below and chest of drawers.
Family bathroom with bath, large walk-in shower, underfloor heating, basin and WC.
Bedroom three with 3’ single bed, chest of drawers, ottoman and hook on back of door for hanging.
Bedroom four with 3’ single bed, chest of drawers, chair and hook on back of door for hanging.
OUTSIDE
Westwood Cottage sits within a large, private garden. To the rear of the cottage is a large paved and gravelled terrace with an outside dining table and benches seating six. Beyond this is a large lawned area. The garden is enclosed by post and rail fencing. Guests with dogs should be aware that this is not dog proof.
A charcoal barbecue is provided (guests need to supply their own charcoal) and a washing line. There is also an outdoor shed available for guest use.
PARKING
There are designated private parking spaces for at least six cars adjacent to the property, with a path leading to the rear entrance.
ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGING
For safety reasons, we do not permit electric vehicle or hybrid car charging at this property. If you’re travelling by EV, discover your nearest electric vehicle charging point here.
BABIES & CHILDREN
A travel cot and highchair can be provided on request.
DOGS
Two well-behaved dogs are welcome at a charge of £25 per dog. Dogs must be kept out of the bedrooms and are not allowed on the furniture.
GUEST AMENITIES
Towels are provided along with a hairdryer in each bedroom and luxurious guest toiletries.
WI-FI & MOBILE COVERAGE
The house has fibre broadband. Mobile reception is good on most networks.
HEATING
There is gas central heating throughout the property, a heated towel rail or underfloor heating in each bathroom and an open fire in the sitting room (with an initial supply of logs provided).
GUEST PRIVACY
Westwood sits on a farm track with minimal passing traffic. Whilst the cottage sits within the farm complex, it is standalone and the accommodation provides privacy for guests, in particular to the rear.
Please note that guests do not have access to the farmyard.
SHORT-TERM LETS LICENSING
Scottish short-term lets licence number: EL00130F
The current EPC rating for this property is band E, a copy of the certificate can be found here.
WESTWOOD COTTAGE - A spacious farm cottage close to superb East Lothian beaches is located in MacMerry. WESTWOOD COTTAGE - A spacious farm cottage close to superb East Lothian beaches provides accommodation, featuring Parking, Ocean View, Child Friendly, among other amenities. This Cottage features Parking, Ocean View, Child Friendly, to make your stay a comfortable one.
WESTWOOD COTTAGE - A spacious farm cottage close to superb East Lothian beaches has 4 Bedrooms , 2 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 6 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated Cottage because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Cottage, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. Cottage has a friendly neighborhood, and the MacMerry has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Cottage in MacMerry, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.
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Amenities
Facility Overview
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Heating
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Toilet paper
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2 bathrooms
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Towels provided
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Hair dryer
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Soap
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Bathtub or shower
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Bed sheets provided
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4 bedrooms
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Dining table
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Dining room
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Fireplace
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Wood stove
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Toaster
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Cookware/dishes/utensils
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Oven
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Refrigerator
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Dishwasher
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Electric kettle
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Microwave
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Stovetop
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Washing machine
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Laundry facilities
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Onsite parking
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Pet friendly
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If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
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Smoke-free property
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Wheelchair accessible
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Hiking nearby
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Horse riding nearby
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Wildlife and game walks nearby
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Windsurfing nearby
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Kayaking nearby
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Golf nearby
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Sailing nearby
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Fishing nearby
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Water skiing nearby
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Smart TV
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Unit size: 1076 sq ft (100 sq m)
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English
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In a rural location
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Near the sea
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Travel crib
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Iron/ironing board
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WiFi available
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Garden
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Outdoor furniture
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Patio
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Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
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Fire extinguisher
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Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Policies
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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited property registration number el00130f safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room this property is managed through our partner, vrbo. you will receive an email from vrbo with a link to a vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
