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A modern living room with a green sofa, a small round table, a green ottoman, a wooden wall, a fireplace, and a TV displaying the Netflix logo.
A compact kitchen with a microwave, toaster, sink, and washing machine.
A neatly made bed with striped bedding and towels, wooden headboard, bedside tables with lamps, and a view of a house through a window.
A modern living room with a television, a sofa, a chair, and a large window with curtains.
A kitchen with a wooden countertop, two pendant lights, a mirror above the counter, and three bar stools.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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North Berwick, Scotland
  • Place, North Berwick Harbour
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Scottish Sea Bird Center
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, North Berwick Golf Course
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪54 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

North Berwick

This vacation home places you next to West Bay Beach and St Andrew Blackadder Church. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a patio, and a fenced private yard.
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What's nearby

  • West Bay Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • St Andrew Blackadder Church - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • North Berwick Harbour - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Scottish Sea Bird Center - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • North Berwick Golf Course - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • North Berwick Station - 11 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 66 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Garden Café - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Bonnie Badger Pub & Rooms - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Bass Rock Bar - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪The Ship Inn - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Rocketeer Restaurant - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Skippers Retreat (with free doorstep parking)

Skippers Retreat (with free doorstep parking!) is a contemporary cottage just yards from the beach and nearby golf courses! Newly refurbished with high end fixtures and fittings it offers a modern and luxurious home from home. An on-trend open kitchen with all mod cons allows you to re-create your favourite dishes whilst your guests watch on. Fancy eating out? The quiet central location really could not be better - restaurants and bistro's all a short hop away.
The vacation home is heated and features a kitchen and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fenced private yard, and an electric kettle. Limited housekeeping is available.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Fenced yard
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 steps to reach entrance
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited housekeeping

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • Next to a golf course

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit

General

  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
Property Registration Number EL00008F

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Skippers Retreat (with free doorstep parking) North Berwick

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see around this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in North Berwick, just steps from North Berwick Harbour and Coastal Communities Museum, and within a short walk of North Berwick Golf Course. You'll also find Scottish Sea Bird Center and West Bay Beach less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Skippers Retreat (with free doorstep parking)?

No, there isn't parking available at the vacation home.

Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Skippers Retreat (with free doorstep parking)?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this vacation home, including a smart TV and a kitchen in each house and a kitchen in some.

Does Skippers Retreat (with free doorstep parking) have a hot tub?

No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this vacation home provide breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Does Skippers Retreat (with free doorstep parking) have connecting rooms available?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Edinburgh Airport (EDI), which is about 26.1 mi away. Another top airport is Dundee (DND), which is around 29.8 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Skippers Retreat (with free doorstep parking)?

Yes, every house at Skippers Retreat (with free doorstep parking) comes with a patio.

Skippers Retreat (with free doorstep parking) Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 8 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 8 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great property. Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

adrian b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
great location and the bonus of a parking space
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

adrian b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

amazing place

we were in the area for work and this was a great place as a base. warm and cosy perfect location. We would book again
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Peter S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short stay

Great short break, this was just what we needed to explore North Berwick. Excellent accommodation
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Emma S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Brilliant!

Had lovely 2 night stay at Skippers Retreat. Great location, lovely & clean - really nice to have wee bit shopping in for breakfast. would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Fritz K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Golf Outing

This was a great place. Close to pubs, restuarants and a short drive to the golf courses we played.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wendy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay!

Had a wonderful stay at the property and location was terrific. Ian was super responsive and we will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paul S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Modern house in central location

Well appointed house in central location. Close to beach, harbour, restaurants and shops.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022