Waterfront
Berwick waterfront
This very contemporary holiday house forms part of a high quality conversion of a Grade II listed building within walking distance of Berwick town centre and right on the waterfront. Once a whaling house, then a small maltings serving Berwick’s very own brewery, before becoming a home for sail making, this building has taken on a new lease of life with this stunning conversion into 12 superior townhouses of which Waterfront is one.
The view overlooks the estuary of the River Tweed with further uninterrupted views towards Bamburgh Castle and Holy Island. Huge timber roof beams, deep window sills and cast iron columns characterise this Retreat, and the professionally designed interior décor more than lives up to the character of its architecture. Waterfront also benefits from a small ‘secret garden’ tucked up behind the house which is worth the climb up the staircase of the neighbouring apartment building for the views! Not ideal for young children but a super little outside space to grab some sunshine or to retreat to with a flask of coffee and a good book.
One of our Perfect Places with Sea Views.
Please note there is no leisure club membership at Waterfront
- Its waterfront location gives superb sea views as far as Bamburgh Castle and Holy Island
- Living area with large L-shaped sofa and additional swivel chair and bean bag, from which to watch the large flat screen TV or appreciate the views
- Private parking space to the side of Waterfront and ample on-street parking
- The building has real character and has been renovated to maintain original features
- Impressive little secret garden tucked behind the Maltings for use by residents and holiday guests staying here. Accessed by exterior steep stone steps and a padlocked gate, the views are worth the climb!
- All bedrooms have extra large comfy beds. The ground floor bedroom has the option of being a super king or twin (request at time of booking)
- Superb fitted kitchen with integrated Siemens appliances and granite work tops
- Within walking distance of Berwick town centre and pier
Accommodation
Ground Floor
- Bedroom with versatile zip and link beds twin (3ft) or super king (6ft) with double wardrobe and sea views (Please let us know how you would like these beds made up, otherwise the beds will be presented as found)
- Ensuite with jacuzzi bath and separate shower
- Utility/cloak room with sink, washer/dryer and room to hang coats
- Entrance hallway
First Floor
- Master bedroom with king size bed, small wardrobe and ensuite shower room. Sea views
- Bedroom with super king bed and double wardrobe. Sea views
- Family shower room
Second Floor
- Open plan living/dining/kitchen area with balcony overlooking the bay with stunning sea views
Externally
- One private parking space and on-street parking in front of the house
- Balcony off the top floor living area
- Communal garden area with seating at the back of the house
Please note floor plans are not to scale but for illustration purposes only.
Location
Berwick is an attractive coastal town on the River Tweed which forms part of the border between England and Scotland. It is officially part of England but curiously its football team is famous for playing in the Scottish football league. The town is also known for its association with painter LS Lowry and there is a trail of information about him around the town. See Walks from our Retreats: The Lowry Trail for more information. We also recommend the walk around the town ramparts and the many independent shops and cafes along Bridge Street.
Waterfront has an ideal location by the waterside and is only a few minutes walk from the town centre. By car, the beautiful borders countryside and coastline are easily accessible.
For further information on the area, see our Scottish Borders section.
Useful Details
See here for what’s included in our Retreats stays
Pets are not allowed at Waterfront
Please note that all of our cottages are non-smoking
Arrival and Departure
Arrival: 4pm (3pm from Nov-March)
Departure: 10am
Recommendations
Would equally suit a couple or up to 3 couples holidaying together as there are large beds and a bathroom for each bedroom. A family with older children would also enjoy the space. Ideal for bird watchers – binoculars provided!
Children at Waterfront 
Children are most welcome at this property but there are no special facilities for them other than books and DVDs. A travel cot (please bring your own cot linen) and highchair are available on request.
Heating
Full central heating.
Please note: Whilst we take great care to represent our properties and their facilities as accurately as possible, the décor, furnishings and facilities shown in images and video tours may occasionally be subject to minor change.
Candid Comments
Please note there is no leisure club membership at Waterfront.
As a three storey contemporary house, it is not ideal if you don’t like stairs and you don’t like contemporary!
The secret garden is accessed via a stairway through the communal foyer of the building and a bit of a hike (worth it though, for the views alone).
The private parking space is right by the side wall of the house and is tight if you have a large car, in which case you may prefer to leave your car on the street outside the house.
