Thistledown Cottage, Cove, Cockburnspath, Scottish Borders, TD13 5XD
Sale history
£235,000 in April 2026
The property
Peacefully located, Thistledown Cottage is a charming two bedroom semi-detached house situated in the village of Cove in the Scottish Borders. Nestled between open countryside and the dramatic Berwickshire Coastline, the property sits in an elevated position above Cove Harbour and offers stunning open sea views. The well proportioned accommodation comprises on the ground floor - entrance vestibule opening to the hall; sitting room with an open fire; delightful kitchen/dining with a period fireplace, ample room for a dining table and French doors opening to a private decked terrace with sea views; and a useful utility room/pantry; A staircase leads to the first floor which offers two double bedrooms with storage, one with sea views; and a spacious bathroom. Double glazing is fitted throughout and heating is provided by electric radiators. The property further benefits from a communal outdoor area to the rear and there are reserved parking spaces for residents within the adjacent public car park. Cove Harbour and beach can be reached in about 5 minutes via a footpath. The Local Area Cove is a peaceful fishing village located on the breathtaking Berwickshire coastline offering a relaxed lifestyle and a strong sense of community. The village is nestled amongst beautiful open countryside, providing a wealth of outdoor activities on your doorstep, such as the Southern Upland Walk and John Muir Way. Cove has a natural harbour with a lovely beach and another stunning beach can be enjoyed at Pease Bay Leisure Park, which is less than 5 minutes by car. The nearby village of Cockburnspath is roughly 3 minutes by car and provides a community-run store, village hall (with café) and primary school with an early-years centre. Secondary schooling is in Eyemouth (approximately 20 minutes away). The town of Dunbar is just a 15-minute drive away via the A1, offering excellent shopping facilities, a state-of-the-art fitness centre, tennis courts and two golf courses. It has a train station too, connecting you to Edinburgh and Berwick in just 20 minutes. Extras All fitted carpets, floor coverings, curtains, blinds, light fittings, range cooker, fridge/freezer and the dishwasher are included in the sale price. The washing machine and tumble dryer are excluded from the sale.
| Council Tax Band | C |
| Total Floor Area | 83 m2 |
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