A delightful, homely cottage. A great base for all of East Lothian. Sleeps 4.

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9.4Outstanding
(17 Ratings)
"The cottage was clean, well appointed and made for a pleasant stay. It is in the heart of the village with food and coffee shops very close by, and just a short walk to the local pub. The beach is 10 ..."
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9.4 / 10
Outstanding(17 Ratings)

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4 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bath

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
High-end valueWell priced for this area

About this cottage rental

Summerside Cottage is a perfect holiday cottage for a family or couple located in the charming seaside village of Gullane. The property comes with its own parking, secure garden and is all on the ground floor. Gullane boasts fabulous local independent shops and restaurants which are all within a 5 minutes' walk, as well as world famous golf courses and gorgeous sandy beaches. This is the perfect place to relax and enjoy a coastal retreat or golfing break in East Lothian.

The surrounding area boasts an abundance of stunning beaches and pretty farmland. Although less than an hour from Edinburgh, the pace of life is very different. There are lots of pretty towns and villages, with a great choice of gastro pubs, restaurants and quirky independent shops and galleries, offering everything from original art to handmade chocolate! There is a huge choice of things to do, including popular destinations such as The Scottish Seabird Centre, The National Museum of Flight, Tantallon or Dirleton Castle and Gardens and of course, a day trip to the beautiful capital of Scotland.

Bedrooms:
2 bedrooms - sleeps 4
Master bedroom with a double bed with TV
Twin bedroom with two single beds

Sitting room:
The sitting room is furnished with sofas and TV. There are also French doors leading straight out to the private garden.

Kitchen:
The kitchen is fully equipped with a hob and electric cooker, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine (there is no tumble dryer), dishwasher and everything else you will need for your self catering or golfing holiday. There is a dining table with seating for four.

Bathroom:
Family bathroom with walk in shower, WC and wash hand basin.

Outside:
There is a lovely private patio garden with table and chairs provided for you to enjoy the summer weather. The garden is completely secure and accessed from the sitting room French doors. There is also a secure shed which can store bicycles or golf bags and trolleys.

Parking
There is a private parking space for one small car: Please note that the lane leading to the cottage is quite narrow, so it is preferable that you to park on Saltcoats Road, just around the corner. The parking is free and unrestricted. The parking on the Main Street is restricted to 40 minutes.

Directions: Summerside Cottage is located just behind the Main Street. Driving into Gullane on the A198 from the Edinburgh side, the cottage is on the right hand side, in between Temple Lane and Saltcoats Road. In between those two roads, there is a lane which leads to the property.

Suitability:
This cottage is perfectly located for a family self catering holiday with your pet. The property has great walks from the door and is in an easy location for Gullane beach and Main Street shops. If you are a golfer this property will suit all your needs as Summerside Cottage is right on the doorstep of 5 international golf courses in the village and easy driving distance to any of the top 16 golf courses along the coast line and in the East Lothian area.

Nearby attractions:
If you are on a walking holiday, there are plenty of walks to choose from, including the John Muir Way.
Tantallon Castle and Dirleton Castle are both interesting and worth a visit.
The National Museum of flight is a short drive away.
The Scottish Bird Centre in North Berwick or Aberlady Bay and Nature Reserve for those wishing to bird watch. (Please note: dogs are not allowed on the Nature Reserve.)

General:
Central heating, electricity, WiFi, hairdryers, bed linen, and towels are all included in the rental. If you would like to bring a dog, there is a small charge of £30.00 per dog per booking with a maximum of 2 dogs. You book your pet/s on your online booking.
Free complimentary WiFi is available.

Also provided is an iron, ironing board, high chair and a travel cot (cot blankets are not provided).

Book Now
To make a booking you can book directly through this site. All you need to do is select your dates and the number of guests. The price will be calculated for you . You are required to pay a 20% deposit payment with a minimum payment of £150.00 or higher which secures the property, this payment is non refundable in the event of a cancellation. Then, 42 days prior to your arrival date the balance will be payable with a separate refundable damage deposit of £150.00 due 7 days before your arrival date. Your refundable damage deposit will be held until you depart and then automatically refunded back onto your card within the week after you depart

We have a wonderful choice of properties to meet your preferences and requirements, whether it is a Scottish golfing break or a family holiday.


Layout

Entrance porch leading to the double bedroom, kitchen, hall cupboard and lounge. In the lounge there are French doors out to the courtyard and glass doors into the kitchen. The twin bedroom is also accessed through the lounge.


Sleeping Arrangements

One double bedroom with a double bed
Twin bedroom with 2 single beds

Please note we do not provide hypoallergenic bedding in our properties.


Getting there

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Accessibility

Please note this property is accessed via a small step


Registration and Compliance

Registration or Licence Ref: EL00485F
EPC: D

Amenities at A delightful, homely cottage. A great base for all of East Lothian. Sleeps 4.

Non-smoking
Pets allowed
Family friendly

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Ratings and reviews

9.4 / 10
Outstanding(17 Ratings)
10 / 10Outstanding·Apr 2025
The cottage was clean, well appointed and made for a pleasant stay. It is in the heart of the village with food and coffee shops very close by, and just a short walk to the local pub. The beach is 10 minutes walk away, and Gullane is a lovely spot to explore from.
10 / 10Outstanding·Apr 2025
Very quiet but active stay, walks to a few beaches in the East Lothian area, trips to North Berwick and Dunbar, Archerfield. Excellent meals from The Mallard Hotel, takeaway from Grace of India in Aberlady, weather was just lovely sunny and quite warm.
10 / 10Outstanding·Nov 2024
Met all our needs, Some cooking items required replacing
10 / 10Outstanding·Nov 2024
Cottage was lovely very well equipped lovely location easy access to busses and trains absolutely loved it and hope to revisit

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FAQs

Is parking included with this cottage?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at A delightful, homely cottage. A great base for all of East Lothian. Sleeps 4.. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this cottage?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cottage. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is A delightful, homely cottage. A great base for all of East Lothian. Sleeps 4. pet friendly?

Yes! This cottage is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

What amenities are available at A delightful, homely cottage. A great base for all of East Lothian. Sleeps 4.?

We found 3 amenities for this rental. This includes non-smoking, pets allowed, and family friendly.