The Flaghouse at The Lighthouse

About this property

The Flaghouse at The Lighthouse is a beautiful studio set on top of the cliffs in the midst of the St. Abbs Head Nature Reserve. Enjoy panoramic sea views from this bright, accommodating studio set up for two, at the entrance to the St. Abbs Head Lighthouse. Inside, the open-plan living space keeps everything within easy reach, with a well-equipped kitchen for preparing meals, a dining area for sitting down together, and a relaxed spot to unwind after a day on the coast. A king-size sofa bed provides a flexible sleeping setup, while the shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC completes the interior.

Outside, off-road parking adds convenience. The headland is famed for its seabird colonies, where thousands gather along the cliffs during the summer months, filling the air with sound and movement. Walking routes here are easy to follow, looping around Mire Loch and along the cliff tops, with plenty of vantage points to take in the scenery. Despite its wild feel, the reserve is easily reached from the A1, with a nearby car park, tea room and facilities making it straightforward to spend a few hours exploring. Set high on the rocky promontory, St Abb’s Head Lighthouse stands as a long-serving feature of the coastline.

Designed by David and Thomas Stevenson and in operation since 1862, it was built following the loss of a steamship on the Carr Rocks in 1857, when the Northern Lighthouse Board called for improved guidance along this stretch of the Firth of Forth. Recognised for its architectural and historic importance, the lighthouse continues to mark a key point for navigation between other well-known lights along the coast. Cliff trails from the Lighthouse lead south to St. Abbs Harbour and the Reserve Visitor Centre. Or take a short drive down the cliff, past Mire Loch. Get daily sighting reports at the Visitor Centre, which has an adjoining tea room and gallery.

Trails or roads also lead to Coldingham Bay with its sandy beach and village, where there are shops, restaurants, and a pub. Eyemouth is a historic deep-water port with a harbour, winding streets, bakeries, shops, galleries, and a museum. A short drive brings you back to the A1 and within a few more miles to the walled border town of Berwick on Tweed, with further history and charm. One hour north along the A1 and you are in Edinburgh with its multiple attractions. Walkers can also enjoy scenic stretches of the Berwickshire Coastal Path, making The Flaghouse at The Lighthouse a well-placed base for exploring this striking stretch of the Scottish Borders coastline.

Note: This property can be booked with refs. 1193960, 1193961, 1197364, and 1199727, sleeping 14 guests.

The village of Coldingham nestles in between rolling farmland above Coldingham Bay, a sheltered crescent of golden sand on the beautiful Berwickshire coastline. With a fabulous beach and excellent canoeing and surfing, the village also offers an array of local shops, pubs and restaurants. St. Abbs, a quaint and picturesque fishing village is one mile away and its Nature Reserve is renowned for its variety of birds and wealth of marine life, which attracts sub aqua divers the world over. Fishing and diving excursions can be purchased here. This area is ideal for exploring The Scottish Borders and Northumberland, with their spectacular coastlines and excellent walking, golf, horse riding, cycling and fishing. Further inland, discover a multitude of abbeys, castles, stately homes and gardens. Berwick-upon-Tweed, with its Elizabethan walls is well worth a visit and within easy reach are Holy Island, the Farne Islands and the coastal villages of Dunbar, Craster and Seahouses.

Short-term Holiday Let Licence No: SB-00280-F

EPC Rating: Band F

Accommodation

Single-storey.

Studio-style living space with king size sectional sofa/sleeper, kitchen, dining, and sitting area.

Shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC

Central heating.

Oven, hob, microwave, fridge, freezer.

WiFi, Smart TV.

Fuel and power included in rent.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

Off-road parking available.

Sea and cliffs at entrance gate.

Sorry, no pets and no smoking.

Shop and pub 3.5 miles, coast 0.4 miles