Whitehaven
Holiday Rental Accommodation
North Berwick, Scotland
WHITEHAVEN HOLIDAY RENTAL ACCOMMODATION
Whitehaven holiday rental accommodation is located close to the west beach in the charming seaside town of North Berwick, East Lothian, Scotland.
This spacious upper apartment property has recently been refurbished to a high standard and the accommodation comprises the lounge, kitchen/diner as well as two comfortable bedrooms and a large shower room, and an additional WC. There is a small outdoor courtyard with table and chairs and barbeque for outdoor entertainment.
Located at the top end of the main street in North Berwick, Whitehaven is a short walk to the beach and only a couple of minutes from the bustling seaside town center, brimming with boutique shops, galleries, restaurants, cafes, coffee houses and bars. This is a fabulous place to relax and watch the world go by with easy access to the east and west beach and located 2 minutes away from the premier golf course at North Berwick Golf Club.
North Berwick is situated close to Edinburgh and the numerous links golf courses of Scotland’s Golf Coast.
Lounge
This bright airy lounge has two large sofas which create a comfortable retreat where you can socialise, or just relax and watch television or read a book.
Kitchen
This is a spacious kitchen with dining area perfect for entertaining or simply relaxing. It is well-equipped with stylish kitchen units, oven, microwave, extractor, central block, washing machine and dishwasher.
Bedrooms
Whitehaven has two generous and stylishly decorated double bedrooms, one with a double bed, and the second with twin beds and an additional fold away bed.
Entrance Hall & Stair
Entry is gained to the accommodation via a private stairway and hall accessible from the courtyard at the rear of the building.
Shower Room & WC
There is a separate vintage wc as well as the main family shower room with modern suite.
Gone to the Beach
North Berwick’s west beach is 1 minute away.
Courtyard Garden
A delightful paved courtyard bordered with flowers and shrubs with table and chairs, and a barbeque and fire pit for outdoor entertaining.
Beach, Sea, Golf
From the back of the apartment you can look across the west golf course of North Berwick, over the west beach and out to sea.
Accommodation Features
Internet
Sleeping
Private Garden
Kid Friendly
No Smoking
Pets Not Allowed
HAPPY CUSTOMERS
Testimonials
Gallery
Images from North Berwick and surrounding area… click on an image to view large.
Fidra Island
Fidra is an uninhabited island in the Firth of Forth, 2.5 miles north-west of North Berwick. Robert Louis Stevenson often visited the beaches at the area known today as Yellowcraig and it is said that he based his map of Treasure Island on the shape of Fidra.
Boat Trips
The Scottish Seabird Centre offer a fantastic range of boat trips, from March to October, with something to suit people of all ages. Look out for different wildlife every month from puffins and seals to gannets and dolphins.
Seacliff Beach
Seacliff beach just to the east of North Berwick is a great location for a variety of watersports, or to just sit on this stunning beach and relax.The beach is hidden under a wooded hillside. There are views up to the ruins of Tantallon Castle, and out to sea is the island of Bass Rock. To the left of the beach is a tiny harbour inlet with jumps and swimming.
Bass Rock
The Bass Rock is an island in the outer part of the Firth of Forth approximately 3 miles north-east of North Berwick, and is home to a large colony of gannets.
North Berwick Beach
One of North Berwick’s main attractions, the east and west beaches have golden sands, rock pools, and a tide-filled boating pond/paddling pool on the East Sands.
North Berwick Law
A 613-foot (187 m) volcanic hill rises above North Berwick, with a whale’s jawbone “arch” at the summit. From the top, you get a great vantage point with fantastic views across the town, East Lothian, the Firth of Forth and beyond.
Tantallon Castle
Tantallon Castle is a semi-ruined mid-14th-century fortress, located 3 miles east of North Berwick. It sits atop a promontory opposite the Bass Rock, looking out onto the Firth of Forth.
Harvest
The name North Berwick means North “barley farmstead” (“bere” in Old English means “barley” and “wic” in Old English is ‘farmstead’). Farming is still a major industry in the area.
Golf
Scotland’s Golf Coast boasts 22 courses in an 11 mile radius, making this the ultimate golf destination. There are two golf courses in the town of North Berwick itself, the West Links and the Glen Golf Club, and numerous others in the surrounding area,
North Berwick Sunsets
Beautiful sunsets can be enjoyed all year round, North Berwick is one of the sunniest places in Scotland.
Edinburgh Christmas
North Berwick isn’t just a summer time location. Edinburgh lies 25 miles to the west and is a fantastic place to visit all year round including Christmas and New Year, with a large Christmas Winter Wonderland and the world famous Hogmanay fireworks display.
ATTRACTIONS & ACTIVITIES
Boat Trips
Scottish Seabird Centre
Golf
Putting
Tennis
Yachting
Fringe by the Sea
Surfing
Cycling
Fishing
Yellowcraig Beach
Yellowcraig is a natural cove beach with spectacular views to the 1885 lighthouse on Fidra Island, the inspiration for Robert Louis Stevenson famous tale Treasure Island. It is a popular family beach, which offers a nature trail, barbecue site (which must be pre-booked with the council) and a network of footpaths through the sheltered woodlands and extensive grassland. There is a dog walk away from the beach where dog bins are provided and the beach is good for horse riding too. There are good pubs and restaurants in Dirleton. And the village also boasts a castle, managed by Historic Scotland, with superb gardens, in fact the castle gardens hold the World Record for the longest herbaceous flower bed!
North Berwick Law
Beaches
Beach Wheelchairs is a charity that loans specially designed wheelchairs to people with physical disabilities, they provide beach wheelchairs for children and adults and a beach walker for loan free of charge from our Beach Hut at North Berwick Harbour. These wheelchairs mean that people can get onto the sand at the beach and be included in activities with their family and friends – something that is nearly impossible in a standard wheelchair.
Seacliff Beach
Castles
Bass Rock
Fidra (Treasure) Island
John Muir Way
National Museum of Flight
Preston Mill
Train Station
From Edinburgh you then have easy train access for trips further afield.
Location
Whitehaven
Contact Us
Call us on Tel No.: 07736 959312