3BR/2BA Historic Cottage in Aberlady, Overlooking the Bay: Sleeps 6

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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

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Pet-friendly

Fireplace

Breakfast available

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Washer

Explore the area

Luffness, East Lothian

Gullane Golf Course3 min drive
Craigielaw Golf Course4 min drive
Muirfield Golf Course5 min drive
Edinburgh (EDI)61 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

3 bedroom Historic Cottage With View Over Aberlady Bay

Luffness Castle cottage is a historic cottage which we fully restored to a high standard, built into the medieval wall of Luffness with beautiful views over Aberlady Bay and its own nature reserve, WALKING DISTANCE TO THE SEA, beautiful beaches and dunes. It used to be in the 18th and 19th century the gardeners cottage of Luffness castle.

We are in a golfers paradise as are SURROUNDED BY 21 GOLF COURSES, such as Longniddry. Craigielaw, Kilspindie, Luffness New, Gullane 123, Muirfield, Renaissance, Archerfield 1 & 2, North Berwick. We are also 2 minutes from the village Gullane and Aberlady, with beautiful gardens.

The East Lothian area itself offers many historic attractions and villages and a wide range of activities for everyone to enjoy. Luffness Castle Estate is surrounded by many attractive villages, the area offers access to many outdoor activities, such as golfing, hiking, siteseeing. Aberlady itself, has a bird watching resource centre, and the Luffness Estate is situated on Aberlady Bay with a nature reserve. The nearby town of North Berwick offers many attractions like the Scottish Seabird Centre, and the East Coast has some interesting ruins to visit, such as Dirleton Castle and Tantallon Castle.

There are good restaurants in the area which offer many culinary delights. Great pubs in the area for a quiet drink and often live music. For an unmatched holidaying experience with your close ones, book a stay at Luffness Castle Estate today!

Luffness Castle Cottage is situated on a nature reserve, along with cozy accommodation with a terrace, and summer house, with its own car port. Our guests staying at our holiday home have full access to a fully-equipped kitchen and barbecue facilities.

The cottage can sleep 6 to 8 people.There are 1 double room 2 twin bedrooms one being en-suite and 2 further bathrooms. The sitting room has an open fire place and also a wood burner, there is Satellite t.v,. DVD player, and a well equipped kitchen, washing machine, dishwasher. We are PET-FRIENDLY

Very attractive villages around and half an hour drive from the airport Edinburgh and the town Edinburgh. Regular train and bus services to Edinburgh from nearby station Longniddry.

We also offer a 2-bedroom wing which you can find on this website, with more 5-STAR REVIEWS. Please copy/paste the following listing number in the 'Where' search box above the pictures and click 'Search': 8078873.

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Mrs A Hope

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Dutch, English, French, German, Italian

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Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Pet-friendly

Outdoor space

Breakfast available

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 20 lb per pet (limit one pet total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Late checkin must be prior agreed as charges may apply Dogs are not be allowed on furniture or beds, they have to sleep in own dog bed/basket

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.

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

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Aberlady

Located in Aberlady, this cottage is in a rural area and near the beach. Luffness New Golf Course and Craigielaw Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Aberlady Bay Nature Reserve and Scottish Sea Bird Center. Travelling with kids? Consider East Links Family Park, or check out an event or a game at Musselburgh Racecourse. Discover the area's water adventures with sailing and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours.

Luffness, East Lothian

What's nearby

Gullane Golf Course - 3 min drive
Craigielaw Golf Course - 4 min drive
Muirfield Golf Course - 5 min drive
Archerfield Links - 8 min drive
Gullane Beach - 21 min drive

Getting around

North Berwick Drem Station - 4 min drive
Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

The Waterside Bistro - 10 min drive
The Longniddry Inn - 7 min drive
Archerfield Walled Garden - 7 min drive
The Old Clubhouse - 3 min drive
Ducks Inn - 19 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is 3 bedroom Historic Cottage With View Over Aberlady Bay pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 20 lb per pet.

What time is check-in at 3 bedroom Historic Cottage With View Over Aberlady Bay?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 3 bedroom Historic Cottage With View Over Aberlady Bay?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 3 bedroom Historic Cottage With View Over Aberlady Bay located?

This family-friendly Aberlady cottage is located by the sea, within 2 mi (3 km) of Luffness New Golf Course, Craigielaw Golf Course and Gullane Golf Course. Gullane Sands and Aberlady Bay Nature Reserve are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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9.8/10

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9.8/10

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9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Rory G.

18 Aug 2022

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

Special

We had the most wonderful time. This property is excellent and the people that run / own it were lovely. We were coming back to my late Mother's home town and spect several special days here. The cottage was perfect and the grounds (which we were encouraged to enjoy) were spectacular. A very special place at a ver special time. Thank you.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

26 May 2022

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

Relaxing stay

Peaceful cottage in pretty surroundings and interesting history

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janette L., London, United Kingdom

25 Apr 2022

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

Lovely coastal property

Great spacious house, which is conveniently located for East Lothian areas and Edinburgh. We will book again in the future.

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sally M.

1 Sept 2021

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

Secluded haven

Spending 3 nights at Luffness cottage was delightful, cosy interiors with the beach and woodland on your doorstep. We throughly enjoyed our stay and highly recommend!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Freddie M.

22 Aug 2021

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

Fantastic property!

We had a fantastic three nights at this property for a wedding. It’s spacious, comfortable and has everything you need. The photos don’t do it justice! Thank you for a lovely stay.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

About the host

Hosted by Mrs A Hope

In the middle of a golfers paradise 2 minutes from the village Gullane and Aberlady, to rent a cottage on the grounds of a very historic castle, with beautiful gardens. The cottage can sleep 6 to 8 people.There are 3 twin bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. The sitting room has an open fire place and also a wood burner, there is Satellite t.v,. DVD player, and a well equipped kitchen, washing machine, dishwasher. Aberlady is situated on the Aberlady Bay, with its own nature reserve. Walking distance from the sea, beautiful beaches and dunes.Very attractive villages around and half an hour drive from the airport Edinburgh and the town Edinburgh. Regular train services to Edinburgh from nearby station Longniddry.

Why they chose this property

The property has been in the Hope family for over 300years.
The cottage is built in the medieval wall which surround the castle.To enter the cottage, you drive through the private grounds of the castle along the wall of the historic double walled fruitgarden (built between 1808 and 1812)
The fruitgarden was built by french prisoners of war during the Napoleonic wars and can be visited. It is a unic fruitgardens in Scotland.
The cottage was built for the gardeners of Luffness in the 18th century. It has been totally renovated in the spring of 2014 and is now a very attractive place to stay.

What makes this property unique

To visit the garden and the historic fruit garden, build between 1808 and 1812 is worth a visit.
The Nature Reserve opposite the road belongs to the Luffness a Estate and is a great attraction for bird watchers from all over Great Britain too, also the walk through the reserve through the dunes to the beach is a very great attraction.
There are many golf courses around Luffness, about 21 courses.
Luffness New Golfcourse was build by Henri Walter Hope with the help of Tom Morris,the famous golfer.
The Golfcourse is next door to the Estate.