Guests say
Seal View Cottage receives high praise for its stunning coastal location, peaceful atmosphere, and well-equipped, comfortable accommodation. Guests frequently mention the beautiful sea views, friendly neighbours, and the cottage’s suitability for both relaxation and exploring the surrounding area. The property is dog-friendly and ideal for families, with thoughtful touches such as welcome packs noted by many. While a few guests mention minor cleaning or maintenance issues, the overall experience is overwhelmingly positive, making it a highly recommended choice for a tranquil getaway.
Most guests found the cottage very clean and tidy, with only a few mentioning minor issues such as dust, cobwebs, or the need for a deeper clean. The majority of reviews describe the property as spotless and well maintained.
The location is consistently highlighted as exceptional, with direct sea views, proximity to beaches, and easy access to local towns and attractions. The peaceful setting and beautiful scenery are major draws, though the steep access road is noted by some.
Guests frequently describe the cottage as cosy, comfortable, and well-suited for relaxation, with comfy beds and sofas. A few minor suggestions for improvement (such as sofa upgrades) are mentioned, but overall comfort is rated very highly.
The cottage is praised for being well-equipped, with a good kitchen, laundry facilities, and thoughtful extras like a drinks fridge. Some guests mention the bathroom is due for refurbishment, but it generally meets expectations. The lack of a washing line and some dated elements are minor drawbacks.
Many guests appreciated welcome packs with drinks, tea, and coffee, as well as small touches like hangers and a first aid kit. Please note that such gifts are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Enjoy watching the ever-changing sea from the welcoming living room, and it’s a great base for exploring the coast or Edinburgh, under an hour away..
Ground Floor:
Living room: 43" Smart TV, Chromecast, DVD Player, Open Fire
Kitchen/dining room: 2 x Electric Oven, Ceramic Hob, Microwave, Fridge, Dishwasher, Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer
Cupboard: Fridge, Freezer
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 2: Bunk (Double On Bottom, Single Above) Beds, TV, DVD Player
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet.
Calor gas central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and superfast fibre broadband included. Fuel for open fire available locally. . Landscaped, terraced garden with patio and garden furniture. On road parking. No smoking. Please note: There is steep access to the garden, and unfenced access to the sea, 100 yards away.. Set back just 100 yards from the rocky shoreline and pebble beach in the tiny seashore village of Burnmouth, with uninterrupted sea views from the living room, this welcoming terraced cottage is an ideal base for discovering the fishing villages along the coast. The property boasts a stunning landscaped terrace garden with stylish paved patio area and elegant garden furniture.
Seal View is named after the resident colony of grey seals that are often visible at low tide. The property has an open fire (if required), as well as a complimentary ’welcome’ drinks fridge. Burnmouth, St Abbs and Eyemouth all have working harbours. Eyemouth, 4 miles, also offers a sandy beach, and Coldingham’s lovely sandy beach, 6 miles, is much favoured by divers and surfers too. St Abbs also has the National Nature Reserve with its many sea birds, a must for any birdwatchers. Berwick, 6 miles, has lots of interest, from walks along the Elizabethan quay walls and museums including the Barracks and the Main Guard, to galleries, cafés, restaurants and bars. Visit some of the great houses at Paxton, Manderson and Floors, or explore Alnwick and Bamburgh castles. Also worth a visit are Seahouses and the famous Farne Islands. Good hill walking, cycling and fishing can be found in the area. Both Edinburgh and Newcastle upon Tyne are under an hour away by train or car. Shop and restaurant 3 miles, pub 1 mile.
There is unfenced access to the sea, which is 100 yards away.
EPC Rating = E
Letting Licence No: SB00113F
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Nearby points of interest
- Coldingham Bay Beach
- St Abb's Head National Nature Reserve
- Coldingham Loch
- Coldingham Priory
- Duns Castle Nature Reserve
- Manderston House
- Haggerston Castle
- Jim Clark Motorsport Museum
Reviews (38)
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Linda Garwood
Had a fantastic week in a fabulous setting. Seal View cottage was ideal for just staying put or exploring other areas. The cottage was very comfortable and the neighbours very friendly.
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Laura Davitt
this was our second stay at Seal View Cottage and again we had a wonderful relaxed stay... i hope to visit again next year
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Susan Thackray
Lovely cottage very peaceful with fantastic views lots of places to visit had everything we needed excellent shower and comfy beds blinds at bedroom windows to block out the light we loved it and so did the dogs hopefully we will be back loved sitting out the front watching all the different birds and boats going by shame we didn’t see the seals