Cockleshell Cottage, Aberlady, Longniddry, East Lothian, EH32 0SB

The property

Cockleshell Cottage is a stunning three bedroom stone built detached cottage on two floors enjoying unrivalled and uninterrupted panoramic views over Aberlady Bay towards Gullane Hill. There is a private and fully enclosed south west facing walled courtyard to the rear and parking is available at the front of the cottage. The well presented accommodation provides a flexible layout which could be used in a variety of ways. There is an impressive, open plan, double height sitting room with a wood burning stove and open plan kitchen/dining room with modern units with wood worktops, ample room for a large dining table and enjoys views over Aberlady Bay. Double bedroom 3/sunroom, en suite shower room and boot room with patio doors to the courtyard. A bright landing with study area, two double bedrooms and bathroom completes the first floor accommodation. Freehold. Council Tax Band: F Location The beautiful coastal conservation village of Aberlady lies approximately 30 minutes by car or by train from Edinburgh. The East Lothian coastline is one of natural beauty with Aberlady Bay itself being a famous Nature Reserve. The village offers good local amenities, is served by two hotels with restaurant facilities and local shops. Aberlady has a local primary school with nursery and the property is within the catchment area for the well-regarded North Berwick High School. Private schooling is also available at Compass in Haddington, Belhaven Hill in Dunbar, Loretto in Musselburgh with further choices available in Edinburgh. The market town of Haddington, 5 miles to the south, offers a wide range of shops, restaurants, supermarkets and leisure facilities. There are numerous golden sandy beaches close by including Gullane Bents and Yellowcraigs/Broad Sands. Drem and Longniddry train stations, the City Bypass and the Central Scotland Motorway network, together with Edinburgh International Airport, are all within easy reach. Fixtures and Fittings The carpets, blinds and light fittings throughout are included in the sale price together with the Rangemaster cooker, integrated fridge, freezer, washing machine and dishwasher. Some items of furniture may be available by separate negotiation. There is access from the rear garden to the lane to Cockle Square. To the side of the cottage is a gate and log store and bin storage area.