Skippers Retreat (with free doorstep parking)

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Scored 9.4
Rated superb
  • The entire place is yours
  • 861 ft² size
  • Kitchen
  • Pets allowed
  • Washing machine
  • Free WiFi
  • Terrace
  • Free parking
  • Private bathroom
  • Non-smoking rooms

About this property

Comfortable Accommodation: Skippers Retreat in East Lothian offers a holiday home with two bedrooms and a bathroom. The property features a sun terrace and free WiFi, ensuring a pleasant stay. Modern Amenities: Guests can enjoy a fully equipped kitchen, washing machine, and free toiletries. Additional facilities include a private check-in and check-out service, outdoor seating area, and bicycle parking. Convenient Location: Located 55 km from Edinburgh Airport, the holiday home is a few steps from West Bay. Nearby attractions include Muirfield (8 km) and Arthurs Seat (42 km). Guests appreciate the convenient location, nearby shops, and options for food and drinks.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking

Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

  • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.9)

  • Top pick by families with children

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  • Free private parking available on-site

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Availability

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We have no availability on our site for this property between Tue 28 Oct 2025 and Fri 31 Oct 2025

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Guests who stayed here loved

Charlotte
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“A lovely property in an amazing location. It was quiet, clean and comfortable and the facilities were great. The shower was amazing and the wee added touch of leaving us some food essentials was welcomed.”
Jackie
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Lovely and clean with all the amenities we needed for a short stay. Ideal for walking to the local pubs which are a stone throw away! Added bonus of car parking spot outside the door!”
Alexandra
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Very clean, lovely decor. Everything needed for our short stay”
Helen
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Homely Great location Warm Easy to use equipment, dishwasher etc”
Sean
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Superb location right in the heart of North Berwick and minutes from the beach. The place was beautifully presented with everything you need. We were provided with eggs, bread, cereal and milk as well as some treats! A really nice touch.”
Paul
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Great location and wonderful holiday house. Easy parking, easy key access, very clean and comfortable”
Lynne
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Perfect wee house in the best location. Can’t fault it at all!”
Susan
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Wonderful location. Well appointed and very clean”
Simon
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Great location - close to the beach and amenities of North Berwick. Well equipped with everything you might need, even including fans to cope with the warm weather. There were a few basic groceries provided which were much appreciated.”
Isabel
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The location was amazing and the house had everything we needed.”

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Hosted by Ian Mitchell

9.4
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Ian Mitchell
Fully licensed (EL00008F) cosy and contemporary cottage nestled in a quiet courtyard right in the heart of North Berwick - with free parking! With all the best that North Berwick has to offer on your doorstep Skippers Retreat is perfectly placed to ensure you have an amazing stay in what used to be called 'The Biarritz of the North'. Completely new high end fit out recently completed, free Wi-Fi, flat screen TV with Netflix. Fully fitted kitchen with breakfast bar and all the amenities you need, new beds/linen, M&S mattress, adult bunk beds.
It is such a privilege to share our holiday home in North Berwick with our guests. A real bolt-hole with everything within walking distance and a beach so close you could virtually fall onto it! Whether your golfing on the Golf Coast or planning to BBQ on the beach, North Berwick really does have it all!
Skippers Retreat is surrounded by all that North Berwick has to offer, from Golf courses to beaches, the Seabird Centre and the old harbour, restaurants and bars, Italian ice-cream parlours to independent boutiques, museums, parks, train station to Edinburgh (30 mins), sports centre, retro coffee shops and much more!!
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

House rules

Skippers Retreat (with free doorstep parking) takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00 to 21:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 08:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Payments by Booking.com
Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 21:00 and 08:00.
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 21:00:00 and 08:00:00.

License number: D, EL00008F