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Reviews of JOIVY The Lodge At Gilmerton House, North Berwick

Gilmerton Lodge Athelstaneford, North Berwick, EH39 5LQ, United Kingdom

#11 of 52 hotels in North Berwick

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 44 hotel reviews

9.0

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.3

  • Comfort

    9.4

  • Location

    9.3

  • Facilities

    9.1

  • Staff

    8.7

  • Value for money

    8.9

  • Free WiFi

    8.4

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  • Reviewed: 5 August 2024

    10
    Perfect getaway with friends to relax and visit the beautiful coastline.
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Three-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing.

    Excellent location, well stocked, and very clean. The property was exactly as shown in photos and would definitely stay there again.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 May 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Couple
    • Three-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Gorgeous house warm tasteful and comfortable and lovely quiet location. A lovely stay.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 April 2024

    9.0
    Great location for all the beaches, secure and well appointed accommodation
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Three-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    If it was fully occupied (6) you would struggle all to get a comfortable seat to relax in the evening

    Modern , spacious, clean, warm, dog friendly

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 April 2024

    9.0
    Very relaxing, really enjoyed it
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Three-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Would have liked a few more towels, had no black bin bags so we had to use carriers, no cleaning products, no washing up liquid.There was dishwasher tablets, but when leaving the odd few mugs were washed by hand so would have been useful

    Looked lovely, very relaxing, comfortable beds, nice showers

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 February 2024

    10
    Peaceful cottage close to the coast
    • With a pet
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Three-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    This is a beautiful place to stay, any issues I did have were microscopic in comparison to the positives.

    Lovely cottage, generous rooms, comfortable bed, great shower, awesome garden. Kitchen contained everything one could need and there was an abundance of firewood for the lovely log burner. Little touches like gorgeous natural toiletries and luxurious linens really enhanced out stay. Perfect.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 December 2023

    9.0
    Great location, perfect pet friendly cottage, lovely ambience: in short a winner
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Three-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 7 nights

    Minor took a little while to understand door locking mechanism especially as door stuck a bit so worried we might damage until we understood to tug it

    Winter booking loved the woodburning stove after a long days walk Dog friendly enclosed garden and wooden floor or flagstones made it so much easier to ensure we did no damage Extremally clean with excellent facilities for showering, fully fitted kitchen Quiet location but easy to get to beaches, motorway

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 27 November 2023

    10
    A nice quiet atmospheric stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Three-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The area was lovely although it would have suited us better if closer to amenities ie the shore in North Berwick but should have done our research a bit better for that definitely recommend for families for a quiet time away, would have liked to have access to see the big house, might be an idea to charge a small fee within the rent to be able to do this which I’m sure everyone would be happy to have this!

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 15 October 2023

    8.0
    Will be back !!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Three-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Felt it could do with more mugs and teaspoons.

    Loved the location and the lodge was great. Fantastic garden and the good vibe.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 4 September 2023

    8.0
    very pleasant
    • Business trip
    • Group
    • Three-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights

    nothing to report

    not applicable

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 23 August 2023

    10
    A very pleasant home away from home.
    • Business trip
    • Group
    • Three-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    NA

    Extremely clean and comfortable property.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 29 July 2023

    9.0
    Ideal location for a quiet break.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Three-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Quiet, clean spacious cottage with an enclosed garden. Excellent beaches a short drive away.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 20 June 2023

    9.0
    a relaxing stay in a beautiful property in a great location
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Three-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    small suggestions for improvement- missing some sharp knives in the kitchen, it would have been nice to have access tho the main house grounds.

    lovely property, very high standard internally balancing contemporary with traditional aspects. Lovely gardens

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 15 February 2023

    9.0
    Cosy cottage
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Three-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very cosy, lovely decor, great location

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 12 February 2023

    8.0
    Great secluded venue for a short break
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Three-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Wi-Fi very slow. Very small tv - most channels suffered from pixelation. Dining room chairs were uncomfortable.

    Main bedroom was spacious and comfortable. Really liked the bathrooms - the welcome basket was a really nice touch too.

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 2 December 2022

    10
    stunning lodge with large garden
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Three-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The only thing I can possibly find fault with was that the shower gels and washing up liquid provided were pretty much empty. We bring our own usually so not a huge issue but the one thing I noticed.

    The lodge was furnished and styled beautifully, really luxurious but with a country feel. Very cosy and welcoming. Location was good for us; although it feels fairly far out in the countryside the nearest town with shops and cafes is only ten minutes away. There was a large garden, lovely welcome pack of snacks, idyllic scenery all around. Overall a perfect stay for a small group or couples. We would stay here again next time we visit

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: 26 July 2022

    10
    Excellent. We look forward to our next stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Three-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Having to leave. We would have extended our stay without question had they had the availability.

    Great communication from our host. Lovely treats left for us which were very unexpected but welcome after a long journey. The lodge is beautiful, quiet, comfortable and with everything we needed for our stay. Would not hesitate to stay again. Highly recommended.

    Stayed in July 2022

  • Reviewed: 1 May 2022

    8.0
    Lovely accommodation would reccomend.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Three-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Kitchen utensils were lacking, only had serrated knife, no scissors, lacking for cooking purposes.

    Lovely location very quiet and secluded property was very comfortable and clean. Complimentary food provisions were a nice touch.

    Stayed in April 2022

  • Reviewed: 3 April 2022

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Three-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Lovely little house with everythingyou need.

    Stayed in March 2022

  • Reviewed: 1 April 2022

    10
    Kitchen utensils
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Three-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    For our first night we took ingredients to prepare a meal. Unfortunately there was only a bread knife which wasn't sharp enough to chop tomatoes, onions etc.

    All of it.

    Stayed in March 2022

  • Reviewed: 15 October 2021

    10
    Stunning
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Three-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Fantastic property. Comfortable and well thought out design of this lodge. Excellent location to explore North Berwick and surrounding areas! Will definitely be retiring to Gilmerton Lodge.

    Stayed in October 2021

  • Reviewed: 8 September 2024

    6.0
    Nice place shame about the mattresses on the beds.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Three-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The mattresses were dreadful on all the beds. Especially the singles.This would prevent us staying here again and the poor mattresses do not reflect the cost of the rental which is a shame. A good bed is priority.

    Location was quiet yet only 10 mins drive from N Berwick . Kitchen was well equipped. Main bathroom and en suite very nice .

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 June 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Three-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    2nd double mattress not very comfortable and disappointed there was no welcome box after seeing reviews stating it was a lovely gesture

    Lovely lodge and very secluded garden and great location

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 23 February 2023

    3.0
    Disappointing. Not relaxing.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Three-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Double beds very uncomfortable. One could feel the springs!! I would expect a higher quality mattress and mattress topper. The single beds had a mattresses topper and better quality bedding. I did contact the provider to ask for additional duvets or mattress topper and no correction was made. Kitchen is shabby as it has been covered by cheap plastic. The units are not solid but cheaply covered and this shows. The sofa and seating is not fit for purpose. It is very uncomfortable and does not accommodate for 6 people. The WiFi signal is poor and intermittent. A newer box is required. No leaving information or details of local walks etc. Just lack of attention from the owners.

    Cleanliness was good. Welcome pack fab.

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 28 August 2022

    4.0
    Let down by managing agent.
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Three-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The managing agent did not make it clear a form had to be filled out prior to check in and as me and the family arrived with a 3 and 1 year old ready for bed I was told I could not enter until I filed in the form. Finally allowed us entry. Random items missing from kitchen like knifes..

    Good location, nice cottage.

    Stayed in August 2022

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