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For a proper seaside holiday, The Old Smokehouse really couldn’t be better positioned as it sits right by the harbour with stunning sea views to take in throughout, in the peaceful village of Lower Burnmouth on the Scottish Borders’ scenic east coast.
Quick Info
| Sleeps: 2/6 | Bedrooms: 3 |
| Changeover Day: Sat | Pets Allowed: Yes (2) |
| No smoking | Bathrooms: 2 |
| Licence No: SB-00792-F |
Used for many years for smoking fish as part of the traditional industry of the region, the Smokehouse has been transformed into a wonderful living space laid out on three levels. Inside, entry is at street level into a bright entrance hall, off which there is a double bedroom, shower room and utility /cloakroom. The bedroom on this level can provide a quiet retreat from the rest of the household, if required.
Up on the first floor are an attractive double bedroom, a neat twin room and another modern shower room. To make the most of the amazing seaside location, the main sitting and dining area is on the second floor, with a door leading out to a south-facing decked outdoor dining area which is a real suntrap.
The light and bright open plan living area is a wonderfully sociable space with far-reaching sea views. A wood-burning stove at one end of the room keeps everything cosy and double doors open out to a balcony with amazing vistas over the water. Seals and dolphins have been spotted here and seabirds abound. With windows lining the kitchen wall it is easy to get distracted by the outlook whilst cooking up a storm to serve at the large dining table alongside. Also on this level is a separate cosy snug with a TV.
From the balcony, steps lead down to a second outdoor area with a hut and seating area that is a wonderful spot for quiet conversation and stunning sea views. Parking is available just outside the house or further along the road within the village.
From The Smokehouse it is just a brief stroll along to the harbour and in the nearby village of Eyemouth (2.5miles) there are restaurants and shops and, of course, high quality fish and chips.
Nearby Coldingham beach (7.5 miles) has a lovely long stretch of sand as well as rockpools to explore and is also popular with surfers and divers who enjoy the clear water. A good way of seeing the sights along this wonderful coastline is to walk the Berwickshire Coastal Path that runs from Cockburnspath in the north, through Eyemouth and all the way down to Berwick-upon-Tweed.
St Abbs Head National Nature Reserve (7 miles) is known as ‘seabird city’ due to the wide range of different seabirds that call the cliffs home, with everything from guillemots and kittiwakes to razorbills and sometimes even colourful puffins.
Berwick (6.5 miles) is a bustling town with many interesting shops, pubs and restaurants and several supermarkets. The town has a fascinating history, as, being so close to the border, it has changed hands between England and Scotland many times over the years. The historic stronghold’s remarkable ramparts date back to the 16th century and are surprisingly intact to this day with the scenic walk that leads around them offering great views of the town.
Further down the coast a tidal causeway leads to Holy Island , home to the impressive Lindisfarne Castle and where the famous Lindisfarne Mead is produced at St Aidan’s Winery.
Local Events and Attractions
Please note: while we make every effort to be as accurate as possible, the actual position of the cottage indicated on the map above and the proximity of the amenities in the Local Info section cannot be guaranteed to be precise and should be used as a guide only.
Accommodation
Ground Floor
Double bedroom
Utility room with washing machine, tumble dryer and freezer
Shower room with WC and wash basin.
First Floor
Double bedroom
Twin bedroom
Shower room with WC and wash basin.
Second Floor
Open plan living area with wood-burning stove, induction hob and electric oven, fridge, dishwasher, microwave, etc
Snug with TV/DVD.
What's included
- Linen (Double Bed)
- Free
- Linen (Single Bed)
- Free
- Sets of towels (per person)
- Free
- Highchair
- Free
- WiFi
- Free
Available Extras
- Pet
- £20.00
Services
Bed linen and towels are INCLUDED. The first £30 of electricity is INCLUDED with any additional usage payable by meter reading at the end of your stay. Heating is by air source heat pump and wood-burning stove (starter pack of logs INCLUDED). Hot water is by LPG gas (first £20 INCLUDED with any additional usage payable at the end of your stay). WiFi is INCLUDED. A maximum of 2 dogs are welcome at an additional charge (1 large, 2 medium or 2 small). No smoking.
Weekly Prices
The weekly guide prices for this property are shown below. Use the availability & book sidebar on the right to select your holiday or calculate short break rates (where available).
From 10/10/2025 to 13/10/2025
From 17/10/2025 to 20/10/2025
From 10/01/2025 to 13/01/2025
From 04/04/2025 to 07/04/2025
From 03/10/2025 to 06/10/2025
From 24/10/2025 to 27/10/2025
From 17/10/2025 to 20/10/2025
From 10/10/2025 to 13/10/2025
From 27/12/2024 to 30/12/2024
From 03/01/2025 to 06/01/2025
From 17/01/2025 to 20/01/2025
From 30/12/2024 to 30/12/2024
Changeover Day: Sat
| Rental - Date Range | Sleeps 2 | Sleeps 6 |
| 20 Dec 2024 - 27 Dec 2024 | £950.00 | £950.00 |
| 28 Dec 2024 - 05 Jan 2025 | £995.00 | £995.00 |
| 06 Jan 2025 - 31 Jan 2025 | £650.00 | £695.00 |
| 01 Feb 2025 - 04 Apr 2025 | £695.00 | £795.00 |
| 05 Apr 2025 - 25 Apr 2025 | £795.00 | £895.00 |
| 26 Apr 2025 - 02 May 2025 | £695.00 | £795.00 |
| 03 May 2025 - 23 May 2025 | £795.00 | £895.00 |
| 24 May 2025 - 30 May 2025 | £995.00 | £995.00 |
| 31 May 2025 - 27 Jun 2025 | £795.00 | £895.00 |
| 28 Jun 2025 - 18 Jul 2025 | £995.00 | £995.00 |
| 19 Jul 2025 - 29 Aug 2025 | £1,050.00 | £1,050.00 |
| 30 Aug 2025 - 12 Sep 2025 | £795.00 | £895.00 |
| 13 Sep 2025 - 03 Oct 2025 | £695.00 | £795.00 |
| 04 Oct 2025 - 24 Oct 2025 | £795.00 | £895.00 |
| 25 Oct 2025 - 19 Dec 2025 | £650.00 | £695.00 |
| 20 Dec 2025 - 27 Dec 2025 | £1,050.00 | £1,050.00 |
| 28 Dec 2025 - 05 Jan 2026 | £1,050.00 | £1,050.00 |
| 06 Jan 2026 - 05 Jan 2027 | POA | POA |
| 06 Jan 2027 - 05 Jan 2028 | POA | POA |
| 06 Jan 2028 - 05 Jan 2029 | POA | POA |
Please note: Prices are calculated based on your party size at the time of booking. If your party size changes for any reason after booking, please let us know so we can ensure the accommodation provided meets your exact requirements.
Reviews
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Cottage was superb, beautifully decorated, every comfort thought of. The situation was breathtaking. Fully equipped.
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Beautiful accommodation with stunning views in a peaceful location……perfect!
Fantastic cottage great views, we feel at home they
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