Seafield Cottage is situated in a small fishing village called St Abbs, located on the southeast coast of Scotland in the Scottish Border region.

The village was originally known as Coldingham Shore, the name was changed in the 1890's to St. Abbs. The new name was derived from St Abbs Head, a rocky promontory located to the north of the village, itself named after St. Aebbe.

St. Abbs is a popular location for divers. The sea around the village is unusually clear, in contrast to the rest of the Eastern coast. St Abbs is also perfect for walkers who can walk up the cliffs, and familys who can play on Coldingham Sands.