Seaside stay .At this vacation home, you'll be steps from St Andrew Blackadder Church and North Berwick Harbour. West Bay Beach and Scottish Sea Bird Center are also within half a mile (1 km).
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.
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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
Housekeeping (limited availability)
Iron/ironing board
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
Comprehensive recycling policy
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21
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
No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
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 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.
Property Registration Number EL00008F
Property is also known as
Skippers Retreat (with free doorstep parking) North Berwick
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
9.8/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 8 reviews
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Reviews
10/10 Excellent
adrian b.
Oct 10, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
great location and the bonus of a parking space
adrian b.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
adrian b.
Oct 7, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
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
adrian b.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Fritz K., USA
Jul 31, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Golf Outing
This was a great place. Close to pubs, restuarants and a short drive to the golf courses we played.
Fritz K.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Emma S.
Apr 17, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
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!
Emma S.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Peter S.
Sep 3, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Short stay
Great short break, this was just what we needed to explore North Berwick. Excellent accommodation