The Abbey former old persons home is a “B” listed Mansion House built on the grounds of a 12th century convent known as North Berwick Priory.

It occupies a site which includes lawns and gardens to the front and rear of the building, measuring approximately 2.6340 acres which is enclosed from neighbouring roads and houses providing a quiet and private setting.

The remains of the 16th century tower which was part of the convent still exist within the grounds.

The property is located to the south, west of North Berwick High Street, which is approximately a 10-minute walk away. North Berwick train station is located to the north of The Abbey and is a short 5-minute walk away. Access to the property is via a driveway up to the front of the house from Old Abbey Road. There is also access via Glenorchy Road to the south of the property.

The property comprises a 2-storey rambling L-Plan House built in 1907, adjoining single storey and attic cottage built in 1908. The house is made of local law stone with a pitched slate roof and in some areas original windows have been retained in their original stonework. Outstanding features of the property have been retained internally which include period wood panelling, beamed ceilings and elephant hide frieze and carved masques in the entrance hall.

Particulars can be viewed and downloaded at www.eastlothian.gov.uk/property.