Location

Gin Head is situated on the eastern side of the much sought-after town of North Berwick in a wonderful rural location surrounded by rolling fields and the sea, with views of Tantallon Castle and the Bass Rock. The site has great proximity to all of the East Lothian villages, with golf courses, unspoilt beaches, private and public leisure centres, shops and a working harbour, all within 2 miles of the property. North Berwick's own golf courses include West Links Golf Course and the Glen Golf Course and a few miles away there is the renowned Muirfield golf club which, along with the nearby Renaissance Club, regularly hosts the Open Championship. The courses at Archerfield Links are also easily accessible.

North Berwick has become a thriving town with a reputation of having everything you need on the doorstep. It was named Best Place to Live in the UK by The Sunday Times in 2024. The high street boasts a fantastic range of shops including a family run butcher, a delicatessen, independent wine merchant, two supermarkets, cafés, florist and a bakery. In the summer it hosts Fringe by the Sea which precedes the Edinburgh Festival, bringing performers and authors to the town. It has a recently expanded primary school and North Berwick High School consistently makes the Top 20 in The Sunday Times secondary school league tables in Scotland. There are also good transport links to private schools both in East Lothian and Edinburgh.

North Berwick train station offers services into Edinburgh, taking approximately half an hour, while bus routes run to both Edinburgh and Dunbar.

Description

Gin Head, a former World War II radar station and lookout point, is an exceptional piece of history and offers a remarkable development opportunity. The property is located just outside the coastal town of North Berwick and enjoys an elevated position with commanding views over the Firth of Forth and out to the Bass Rock. Looking inland, there are picturesque views of Tantallon Castle, North Berwick Law, and the Lammermuir Hills to the south.

The site extends to approximately 5.8 acres and comprises three main buildings, along with various stores and ancillary structures. The building situated to the north occupies a stunning position on an outcrop, offering panoramic views. The rear buildings are slightly elevated and also benefit from a coastal outlook.

In June 2024 planning permission was renewed to alter and extend the existing buildings to create seven bespoke properties ranging in size. For full information please visit the East Lothian Council Planning portal under the following reference: 23/00086/P | Renewal of planning permission 18/01362/P - Alteration and extension to laboratory buildings to form seven houses, erection of garages, change of use of laboratory and agricultural land to form domestic garden ground and common amenity space, formation of vehicular access and associated works.

Alternative uses may be suitable subject to approval and planning permission from the local authority.