5 Papple Cottages

About this property

Located in the glorious East Lothian countryside, Papple is a hamlet located 5.5 miles east of the county town of Haddington and 5 miles south of the charming village of East Linton. This countryside setting is perfect for walkers and those looking to get outdoors, and with its ample-sized bedrooms, it is a chance to wind down in luxury and comfort. The front door opens into the open-plan living space, so hang up your coat on the coat-rack and make your way into the beautiful kitchen/diner decorated in traditional homely style with built-in wooden bench seats and a dining table for everyone to gather around. Built into the wall and dividing the spaces is a stylish woodburning stove, which can be operated either from the kitchen or from the lounge, so you can feel the warmth from the fire as you snuggle down in front of your favourite film. Going back to the kitchen, past the modern appliances, there is a door to the ground-floor double bedroom, featuring French doors leading straight onto the outdoor patio, and just around the corner a shower room can be found with basin and WC. Move back through the utility room and upstairs, and find the first bedroom containing zip/link twin beds ensuring a flexible sleeping arrangement during your stay, followed up by the vast master bedroom containing a lavish super-king-size bed where you can drift off in delight. The first floor includes a bathroom containing a bath with shower over, and the property benefits from a patio and garden space outside as well, with enough room for several cars to park off-road. The property has a small enclosed area to the rear of the house, and two patio areas to the front with an outside picnic table for six. Near the house, there is a semi-enclosed lawn surrounded by flower beds, with an informal grassland and small orchard beyond which can be explored along grass paths. Papple is set amongst agricultural country in East Lothian, with a wide variety of activities on offer including golf, horse riding, water sports, cycling and walking. For those interested in golf, there is a brilliant selection of golf courses all around. Just under a 20-minute drive can take you to Lennoxlove House, a stately home with connections to Mary Queen of Scots for some rich history, or over to Foxgloves Adventures where you can test your limits with wake-boarding, a zip-trail, or Segway on an off-road trek through scenic trails for the more adventurous! Under an hours' drive away is the beautiful city of Edinburgh, so take advantage of this property’s location, to have a day trip sightseeing to see the remarkable Edinburgh Castle and afterwards reach the highest point in the Holyrood Park and take in the views from the famous Arthur’s Seat. There are several family friendly beaches in East Lothian which currently hold 'Keep Scotland Beautiful Beach Awards' and have watersports available. Walkers can enjoy great coastal walks including the famous John Muir Way and countryside walks in the adjacent Lammermuir Hills. Cyclists or drivers can follow the Hillfoots Trail or the Saltire Trail which showcase the local villages and history of the region. 5 Papple Cottage’s location can turn a simple break into a myriad of opportunities to enrich your holiday experience, while giving you the peaceful base you need to come back to everyday.

This small village is nestled to the south of Holmfirth on the fringes of the Peak District National Park, in West Yorkshire. It started out as a tiny hamlet, but now boasts a school, football club, sailing club and public house the Algy Arms. The village is also home to the beautiful Holme Styes Reservoir and there is a 6-mile circular walk taking you past the reservoir, through Clough Wood and past Harden Reservoir, leading on to Snailsden Edge and Snailsden Reservoir - perfect for amblers seeking some fresh air, open moorland and remote places to take in the scenery. Holmfirth is situated in the heart of the Holme Valley and is famous for being the setting of The Last of The Summer Wine TV series! The ‘Picturedrome’ attracts many famous bands to the North of England’s finest live music venue, located right in the centre of this bustling town. There is also a public swimming pool, fitness centre, parks, shops and restaurants to entertain you. Huddersfield is a large market town with plenty of shops, beautiful parks, museums and historic sites to explore. The Peak District National Park offers many outdoor activities such as walking, cycling and horse riding, all set within its picturesque moorland, with dales, forests, lakes and reservoirs also easily accessible. The Upper Derwent Valley, is only a short scenic drive away, with the Howden Reservoir and Derwent Reservoir, and attractions such as Peveril Castle and Treak Cliff Cavern in the Hope Valley. A wonderful location waiting to be explored!

Accommodation

Three bedrooms: 1 x super king-size (with heated mattress cover), 1 x ground-floor twin (zip/link, can be a super king-size on request), 1 x twin (zip/link, can be super king-size on request).

Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin, heated towel rail and WC.

Ground-floor bathroom with shower, basin, and WC.

Living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area.

Utility

Electric central heating with a woodburning stove.

Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, TV, selection of books and games, and a hairdryer.

WiFi, Fuel and power included in rent.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

Travel cot, highchair and stairgate available.

Off-road parking.

Large garden with patio area, orchard and lawns.

Well-behaved dogs welcome.

Sorry, no smoking.

Shop 4.7 miles, pub 1.8 miles.

Please note this property accepts a 3 night minimum stay.

Please note: The cottage is accessed by a 30m beaten earth non tarmac track to the parking area in front of the property.

Please note: The property has poor mobile access indoors (better outdoors) but has good wi-fi.

The property has an Internet landline phone for emergency or essential calls (in the UK).
Alternatively some mobile providers offer wifi calling, where you can use the word-Fi to make calls.

You might need to contact your mobile provider to activate the service or download an app.