Located in Seaside Town - Countryside, Sea and City | Apartment in Dunbar
2 Bedroom Apartment in Dunbar
We have been letting our snug central garden flat for holidays since 2009. Before booking, message to check availability - we would rather there was no pressure for you to book now so that you can have questions answered first.
The flat is the lower third of a Georgian Town House also known as Templelands (built c1820), but the flat has a traditional compact cottage feel. It was the servants quarters and kitchens with direct access to the garden. It is decorated modestly and unpretentiously in shabby chic fashion. Now converted with 2 bedrooms, it sleeps max 2 adults and 2 children. Unsuitable for longer lets, larger parties or partying. Anything more and it will be a squeeze. We are pet free. At present we allow 1 day/s between bookings.
Overall the flat retains the patina, character and history of a 200 year old cottage, with a small quiet cottage garden.
Many remember that 2 Templelands was a doctor's surgery for many many years, and then owned by the nationally important Scottish ceramicist Margery Clinton renown for her lustreware, before becoming a private home.
Templelands is strictly non-smoking and pet-free.
We stay upstairs most of the year, so are on hand should you have a problem.
To access the small quiet garden you do have to go up a few steps at the back. You will be rewarded with a pleasant outlook and interest in all seasons. You are only a few minutes walk to the sea and the harbour on the one hand and a range of High Street shops are all nearby, with easy and free parking nearby.
Pleasant walks along East Lothian, Scottish Borders coast/countryside. Edinburgh is 20 minutes by train.
Suit small families / couples with passion for outdoors, countryside, photography, heritage, and culture for short stays of 3-7 days most of the year.
Check with us if you have special needs.
To find us and reserve offline, search: Templelands (29 High Street, Dunbar, EH42 1EN)
Fresh flowers+welcome basket of local/organic produce included, which will always have something special.
Local food shops, amenities & transport, the sea nearby, fantastic coast, stunning hills and countryside. 3 min. to train station. Parking nearby.
Modern kitchen, dishwasher, washing machine, Wifi, TV & DVD.
Weather: May-Jun & Sep are warmer than you think, so avoid the crush. Autumn & winter stunning too.
Dunbar is a relatively quiet town, off the beaten tourist trail (mostly centred around North Berwick and Gullane) but really close to Edinburgh and Berwick upon Tweed. Visiting northern England and Northumberland for day trips is practical by train or by car. Bamburgh Castle and Holy Island are worth a visit, and The Alnwick Garden, in Alnwick (with its famous second hand book store) is not far away. Tourist attractions are many, but you'll probably want to stay here if you want to mix countryside walks or bracing hikes on hills and by the sea with trips to the cities of Edinburgh and Glasgow. East Lothian and the Borders are rich with history and archaeology. The Votadini tribe occupied Traprain Law, between Haddington and Dunbar, a volcanic plug not dissimilar to North Berwick Law and Arthur's Seat in Edinburgh. The geology and wildlife is as fascinating as the historical and archaeological heritage. There are many miles of protected coast, with the most outstanding example the Bass Rock, with a bird colony counting in excess of 50,000. Not to be missed. If you are up for it, you can hire bikes and take to the gently rolling countryside or the hills if you have the strength and stamina.
East Lothian is most famous for its golf tourism, but you probably knew that. But there are a number of excellent sandy beaches for surfing, wind surfing and kite surfing. Dunbar has its own local surf school. Divers will find that Dunbar has wrecks and treasures of its own, but close enough to St Abbs, which is world famous (with stunning rugged coastline). You can enjoy boat trips to the Bass Rock or for sea fishing. Fishing from the shore (after a good storm is best) or from the harbour wall. Fly fishing in the right conditions / season is also available and we are not so far from famous Salmon rivers like the River Tweed.
Templelands: The Knights Templar may have owned the land that Templelands is built upon. The historical evidence is tantalising with the site of a Carmelite Monastery nearby and there is at least one published reference.
The house itself is a compact terraced town house, one of a pair dating back to the late eighteenth century. A listed property mainly on account of the elegant frontage, including characteristic ionic columns, as well as interesting internal features, including a winding cantilevered stone staircase.
In between excursions you are welcome to use the Shared Garden at Templelands. It is a small managed garden laid out to herbaceous beds, a micro meadow, a few fruit trees and a tiny vegetable plot. It is mostly peaceful and quiet, but the seagulls will remind you that you are by the sea. With a pleasant outlook towards the sea, if you are very very lucky you'll see dolphins or even whales, but most of the year you'll just have to watch the gannets fish or fly by. There are different seating areas and a patio away from the house, area where you can take breakfast or sit and read.
Located in Seaside Town - Countryside, Sea and City is located in Dunbar. Located in Seaside Town - Countryside, Sea and City provides accommodation, featuring TV, Balcony/Terrace, Bedding/Linens, among other amenities. This Apartment features TV, Balcony/Terrace, Bedding/Linens, to make your stay a comfortable one.
Located in Seaside Town - Countryside, Sea and City has 2 Bedrooms , 1 Bathroom, and max occupancy of 4 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated Apartment because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Apartment, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. Apartment has a friendly neighborhood, and the Dunbar has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Apartment in Dunbar, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.
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Amenities
Facility Overview
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Heating
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Hair dryer
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Towels provided
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2 bedrooms
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Bed sheets provided
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Cookware/dishes/utensils
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Dishwasher
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Microwave
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Oven
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Refrigerator
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Stovetop
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Near laundromat
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Washing machine and dryer
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Near the beach
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Car not required
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Electric car charging station on site
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Free offsite parking
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Onsite parking
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No pets allowed
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Note from host: No smoking including the garden, back or front
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Smoke-free property
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Birdwatching nearby
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Cycling nearby
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Fitness facilities nearby
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Horse riding nearby
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Marina nearby
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Mountain biking nearby
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Sailing nearby
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Theme parks nearby
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Water park
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Whale watching nearby
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Wildlife and game walks nearby
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Books
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DVD player
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Video library
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TV
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In a rural location
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Near a zoo
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Near the bay
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Near the sea
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Next to a golf course
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Highchair
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Iron/ironing board
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WiFi available
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Garden
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Outdoor furniture
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Patio
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Carbon monoxide detector
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Deadbolt lock
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Fire extinguisher
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First aid kit
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Smoke detector
Policies
Be prepared: check the latest covid-19 travel requirements and measures in place for this destination before you travel. 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 onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
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