Hoolet's View
Secluded within the dramatic and diverse landscape of East Lothian, Hoolet’s View combines rural tranquillity with effortless Scandi style. Named after the mystical barn owls which abound here, it enjoys magnificent views of Traprain Law – site of the discovery of the largest Roman silver hoard outside the Roman Empire. Today, this volcanic hill is grazed by wild ponies and surrounded by patchwork fields, wherein this cottage is nestled just a mile and a half away.
The pastoral setting belies the minimalist design and creature comforts to be found inside. Kick off muddy wellies in the boot room and enter the open plan living area, where underfloor heating stretches throughout and a vaulted oak ceiling creates an elevated sense of space. The contemporary kitchen is joined by an inviting farmhouse table, while the cosy sitting area – complete with Neptune sofas and Pooky lamps – will tempt you to settle in beside the wood burner. You could spend hours here alone, watching a full spectrum of colours wash across the sky through the floor-to-ceiling feature window.
The bedrooms lie on the same floor, both kitted out with crisp bed linen from The White Company. Each bedroom also enjoys its own beautifully finished ensuite with a spacious walk-in rainforest shower. Outside, a lawned garden borders the side and rear of the cottage, with a patio seating area designed for making the most of the remarkable panorama.
Needless to say, Hoolet’s View is an ideal base for exploring East Lothian by foot, bike, or car. North Berwick – picked by The Times as the best place to live in the UK in 2024 – is just 10 miles away, while the stunning coastal walks, golf courses, and restaurants at Gullane and Dunbar lie within equally easy reach. Make a day trip to Edinburgh, a short train journey away – perhaps stopping off to view the Traprain Law treasure in the National Museum of Scotland – or simply embrace slow-living in the peaceful surroundings of your cottage, with nothing to do and nowhere to be.
Property Layout
GROUND FLOOR
Access into a small boot room with bench seating and hanging rail.
Open plan living area comprising:
Sitting room with sofa, two armchairs, 56" wall-mounted Smart TV, Morso wood burning stove. French doors lead out to the patio and garden.
Dining space with farmhouse table and seating for four guests.
Kitchen with electric oven, induction hob, large fridge/freezer (3 drawer freezer), dishwasher, Krups Nespresso machine (pod type), island unit with integrated washing machine, cupboard with microwave.
To the right of the kitchen is bedroom one, with bedroom two to the left.
Bedroom one with king size bed, two side tables, chest of drawers, chair, hanging rail just off the bedroom in the inner hall.
En suite shower room with walk-in wet room shower (rainforest head and separate mixer), heated towel rail, basin and WC.
Bedroom two with zip and link option allowing the bed to be set up as a twin or a super king, side tables, peg rail with hangers, chest of drawers just directly off the bedroom in the inner hall.
En suite shower room with walk-in wet room shower (rainforest head and separate mixer), heated towel rail, basin and WC.
OUTSIDE
Enclosed lawned garden to the side and rear, with patio and outside seating. The cottage benefits from views across open countryside towards Traprain Law, an important East Lothian landmark.
By arrangement, guests are welcome to use the owner's tennis court which sits nearby. Please bring your own tennis racquets and balls.
Private parking for two cars to the side of the cottage.
Location
The nearest village of East Linton (3 miles) has a small Co-op supermarket, newsagents, and Farm Shop at The Mart, which sells a wide range of locally sourced, high quality produce. Plus, there's a lovely cafe there too to refuel before browsing their gift shop or craft fair held on Saturdays and Sundays each week. Also worth visiting is Bostock Bakery for their wonderful bread, pastries, cakes and coffee - but get there early, as there's often a queue, but it's definitely worth waiting in line for.
Extensive shopping and amenities can be found in Haddington (8 miles) where you will find an excellent selection of grocers, cafes, delis, wine shops, florists and butchers sitting alongside charming gift, clothes shops and craft galleries. Or try The Loft for fabulous artisan bread and oven-fresh produce.
For more elegant dining, head to Gullane (15 miles) for delicious seafood and award-winning cuisine at La Potinière, or the fabulous 5 star AA restaurant of Tom Kitchin, The Bonnie Badger, which uses locally sourced produce and serves artisan beers and wines from an impressive selection. North Berwick (10 miles) has a vast array of options, and The Glenkinchie Distillery (12.8 miles) offers some excellent whisky tasting and distillery tours.
Hop on the train at Dunbar and a 25-minute journey will take you into the centre of Edinburgh where you can explore the fascinating architecture of the old town and soak up the culture and heritage of this beautiful, vibrant city.
Amenities
- Accessibility
- Allows babies in armsUp to 12 months.
- Allows children1 - 16 years.
- CotA travel cot is available on request. Travel cot bedding is not supplied.
- EV chargingRefer to Important Information for further details.
- Enclosed garden
- HairdryerA hairdryer is provided in each bedroom.
- HeatingUnderfloor heating throughout the cottage, with additional heated towel rails in the bathrooms. Morso wood burning stove.
- Highchair
- Linen & towels providedPillows and duvets are goose down. Please contact us should you require alternative options and the owner will try to accommodate.
- Open fire/Woodburning stoveGenerous initial supply of logs is provided.
- Outside space
- Pet freeSorry, dogs are not permitted.
- Tennis court
- Wi-FiFibre broadband with download speeds of 70mbps. Mobile reception is generally good.
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Important Information
An Electric vehicle charger is available for use. The charger is untethered, therefore please bring your own connection cable. There is a flat fee per kilowatt to use the charging point. For safety reasons, please only use the dedicated charger for car charging at this property. Discover alternative electric vehicle charging points here.
Scottish short-term lets licence number: EL00386F. The current EPC rating for this property is band C, a copy of the certificate can be found here.
Arrival time: 4pmDeparture time: 10am
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