Guests say
Beul-An-Latha is a charming fisherman's cottage in St Abbs, offering stunning sea views and immediate access to coastal walks and the harbour. Guests praise its cosy atmosphere, comfortable beds, and peaceful location, ideal for a relaxing break. The cottage is well-equipped for self-catering and perfect for exploring the area, with friendly local cafes nearby. While some mention cleanliness and maintenance could be improved, the overall experience is positive, with many guests eager to return.
Cleanliness receives mixed feedback. Several guests found the cottage clean and comfortable, but others noted issues such as dust, mould, dirty kitchenware, and bins not emptied. Some felt a deep clean and freshening up would enhance the stay.
The location is highly praised, with guests loving the beautiful sea views, proximity to the harbour, coastal walks, and the peaceful village setting. The cottage is ideally situated for exploring St Abbs and the surrounding area.
Most guests found the cottage cosy and comfortable, appreciating the beds, living room, and fireplace. Some mentioned the stairs are steep and the house can be chilly without central heating, but heaters and a stove are provided.
Facilities are generally good, with a well-equipped kitchen and thoughtful touches like a telescope and games. However, some guests noted maintenance issues such as a loose toilet seat, broken furniture, and dated appliances. Lack of WiFi and dishwasher is mentioned but often seen as part of the cottage's charm.
There are no specific mentions of welcome gifts or extra thoughtful gestures in the reviews, so a score cannot be provided for this category.
About this property
Set in the fishing village of St Abbs, this characterful cottage makes a relaxing retreat and is within easy reach of Berwick-upon-Tweed.. 2 steps to entrance.
Ground Floor:
Living room: 36" Freeview TV, DVD Player, Record Player, Bluetooth Speaker, Woodburner
Kitchen/dining room: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Washing Machine
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bedroom 3: Single (3ft) Bed.
Electric heaters, electricity, bed linen, towels and logs for wood burner included. Cot available on request. . Courtyard with garden furniture and BBQ. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking.. With views of St Abbs harbour and the sea from almost every window, this charming period cottage in a terrace of fishermen’s cottages is a gloriously relaxing setting for family and friends to enjoy precious time together. Beul-An-Latha (pronounced bee-al un la-ah), is Scots Gaelic for ’the moment the sun rises to the east’ and early risers can watch this from the bedroom.
St Abbs is twinned with New Asgard, of the ‘Avengers: Endgame’ movie fame, as filming took place in the village and Beul-An-Latha looks down to the harbour where it all happened. The pretty little beach is just 5 minutes’ walk through the rights of way which wind through the village. The Berwickshire Coastal Path, 48 km from Cockburnspath to Berwick-on-Tweed, passes through too. There is a putting green and the harbour has a café, local fishing boats, a diving boat and RIB boat trips to explore the coast to see the ruins of Fast Castle, smugglers’ caves and the astonishing seabird colonies on St Abbs Head Nature Reserve.
Eyemouth, 5 miles, also has a working harbour, local shops, restaurants and a golf course. Coldingham has two pubs to choose from. Take the train from the Elizabethan walled town of Berwick-upon-Tweed to Edinburgh or Newcastle in under an hour. The towns and villages of the Scottish Borders have great local food suppliers, craft and art galleries, historic abbeys and grand houses and gardens. There is also wonderful hill walking and cycling all around the area. Beach 200 yards. Shop 100 yards, pub 2 miles, restaurant 5 miles.
Please note: There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
There are low ceilings, doors and/or beams within the property.
Suitable for up to 1 pet
Reviews (25)
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Confirmed Guest
Lovely clean house in a super location. Views over the harbour and towards St Abbs head. Lots of info in the house book and the inclusion of a parking permit for Northumberland was a nice touch
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Alan Squibb
we only stay for two day. we did book a wk but had to leave due to dog unwell. the cottage is lovely, nice quiet place ,nice pub's good walks nice view over the sea. will book again .
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Shirley Lewis
We had a great time in the cottage it was comfortable and had everything we needed for our week away. The location a short walk from the beach and harbour was excellent. Although unsuitable for very young children due to the stairs, our 8 and 14 year old loved their stay too.