This two bedroom cottage offers a prime location for exploring all that East Lothian has to offer, from spectacular beaches and world renowned golf courses to coastal walks and historic sites.
Designed to blend in with the landscape, this timber-clad cottage exudes modern-rustic charm. Set in a slightly elevated position that makes the most of the open vistas across the rolling countryside, once inside you’ll discover a light-filled interior centred around a dramatic open-plan living, dining and kitchen space. The double-height vaulted ceiling enhances the sense of volume here, while your eye is guided to the view through the French doors that open this space onto the wide stone patio.
Rooflights bathe this interior in light, creating a shift in mood as the sun moves around the cottage, casting intriguing pools of light and shadows throughout the day. The aesthetic throughout blends classic and contemporary styling, with a neutral colour palette and wide plank oak flooring that enhances the flow between the different zones.
The kitchen is minimalist and elegant with sleek, handle-less cabinetry and integrated appliances, with everything you’d need to rustle up a meal after a day’s sightseeing. The dining furniture has a relaxed country style with a farmhouse table to gather around, while the seating area has a plump sofa and armchairs positioned to soak in the view. On warmer days, with the doors open, this living space spills onto the patio – perfect for al fresco dining – while botanical references in the artworks and textiles further enhance the indoor-outdoor connection.
The bedrooms have a sophisticated vibe with their combination of upholstered beds and French-style painted furniture, and with a colour palette of dove grey and chalky tones of sky blue and pale olive. Upholstered window seats create quiet nooks to settle with a morning coffee, gazing out towards the countryside that surrounds Fenton Tower and simply enjoying this tranquil setting. The en suites again offer a fusion of traditional and modern with painted cabinetry and classic fittings, complemented by a large walk-in shower in one, and a bath and shower combo in the other.
If you’re looking to visit as part of a larger group, nearby Fenton Lodge also sleeps four, while Fenton Tower provides luxurious accommodation for up to thirteen guests, giving visitors the opportunity to rent a combination of holiday homes to suit their needs.
And what better way to explore East Lothian than from this prime spot between Gullane and North Berwick, where you’ll find an array of independent shops and artisan cafes and restaurants. A renowned area for golf enthusiasts, this is also the perfect base for a golfing break with famous courses including Muirfield and North Berwick Golf Club within easy reach. Explore the coastline on foot, taking in the spectacular beaches at Yellowcraig and Gullane or slightly further east at Ravensheugh Sands, or by sea with boat trips to the Isle of May and Bass Rock, which is home to the world's largest colony of Northern gannets.
GROUND FLOOR
Flat access from the parking bay. This leads into a boot room with bench seating and hanging rail.
Open plan living space comprising:
Kitchen with integrated appliances, featuring an electric oven, five burner induction hob, fridge/freezer (2/3 fridge, 1/3 freezer), full size dishwasher, Magimix coffee machine (pod type), microwave, combination washer/dryer.
Dining space seating four-six guests.
Double sofa, two armchairs, Smart TV, Bose Bluetooth speaker. Double doors to the patio with far-reaching views over open countryside.
The bedrooms sit to the left and right of the main living space.
West bedroom with super king bed with zip and link option which can be configured to 3' twin beds, bedside drawers, dressing table, wardrobe, window seat, wall-mounted Smart TV, two chairs.
En suite bathroom with large wet-room style shower, heated towel rail, double basin and WC.
East bedroom with super king bed with zip and link option which can be configured to 3' twin beds, side tables, chest of drawers, dressing table, wardrobe, window seat, wall-mounted Smart TV, two chairs.
En suite bathroom with bath and shower over, heated towel rail, double basin and WC.
OUTSIDE
Patio to the front of the property with open grounds leading down to Fenton Lodge and Fenton Tower. Hillside Cottage sits in an elevated position and benefits from far-reaching views.
There are grass tracks surrounding the arable land which guests are welcome to explore. This walk takes approximately one hour.
There is designated private parking available for two cars to the side of the property.
The property is detached and sits in an elevated position above Fenton Lodge and Fenton Tower.
DOG FRIENDLY
One dog is welcome. Dogs must be clean and dry before entering the property and kept out of the bedrooms and off the furniture. A second dog may be considered on request. Please note the garden is not enclosed so dogs will require careful supervision. If walking in the surrounding area, dogs will need to be closely supervised and kept on a lead where there is livestock and horses.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
For safety reasons, we do not permit electric vehicle or hybrid car charging at this property, however, there is an EV charging point on the front drive at Fenton Tower. This is available by prior arrangement and is dependent on guest use of the castle. If you’re travelling by EV, you can also discover your nearest electric vehicle charging point here.
Scottish short-term lets licence number: EL00079F. The current EPC rating for this property is band A, a copy of the certificate can be found here.
Arrival time: 4pm
Departure time: 10am
