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Dolphin Cottage- traditional cottage on Fife Coast

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A living room with a sofa set, a television, and a window with curtains. - Dolphin Cottage- traditional cottage on Fife Coast (Anstruther)
A kitchen with white cabinets, a checkered backsplash, a dishwasher, a microwave, and a toaster. - Dolphin Cottage- traditional cottage on Fife Coast (Anstruther)
A teal door with a wooden sign that reads "Dolphin Cottage." - Dolphin Cottage- traditional cottage on Fife Coast (Anstruther)
A wooden shelf with a ceramic pitcher, a white lamp, and framed photographs. - Dolphin Cottage- traditional cottage on Fife Coast (Anstruther)
A coastal town with a harbor, boats, and buildings. - Dolphin Cottage- traditional cottage on Fife Coast (Anstruther)
Dolphin Cottage- traditional cottage on Fife Coast provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking available

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About this property

Dolphin Cottage- traditional cottage on Fife Coast

  • Dolphin Cottage is an 18th century traditional property nestled beside the historic Dreel Halls and its grounds on The Esplanade, one of the most iconic locations in Anstruther. With the stepping stones leading across the Dreel Burn to the shore just beyond the property it offers central yet quiet accommodation.

    The bedrooms, a double and a twin, are on the ground floor along with the shower room which features a bespoke stained glass window depicting local images. Stairs lead to the bright first floor where there is a cosy lounge with sea views, a spacious dining area and a well equipped kitchen. Each of the East facing windows frame views across the Dreel burn as it flows to the sea and towards the harbourfront. Relax at the window seat to read a book or simply watch the waves roll in. The Dreel Halls to the rear has an historic graveyard and quiet gardens where guests can enjoy views from the many benches along the waters edge. There is on street parking at the end of the lane and access to a sheltered beach just behind the harbour wall. Dolphin Cottage welcomes well behaved dogs, and the area is known for being particularly dog friendly with plenty coastal and countryside walks in close reach. Well suited to families or friends travelling together, the cottage is a comfortable and welcoming base for a stay in the beautiful East Neuk.

    Guests have access to the whole property

    Whilst it isn't anything we expect to impact your stay, please do note that it is next to a former church and graveyard. The neighbours are very quiet!

    Please note that if you intend on bringing a pet, there is a fee of £20 per pet that should be left in the property on your departure. Please ensure that you advise us how many pets you will be bringing, although in most cases we only permit a maximum of 2 well behaved dogs.
    Pets - allowed

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About the neighborhood

Anstruther is home to this vacation home. Old Course at St Andrews and Anstruther Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Craigtoun Country Park and Billow Ness Beach. La Petite Epicerie and Scottish Fisheries Museum are also worth visiting. Visit our Anstruther travel guide
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What's nearby

  • A stone bridge over a grassy field with historic buildings in the background.
    Old Course at St Andrews
    20 min drive - 19.3 km
  • La Petite Epicerie
    1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Scottish Fisheries Museum
    4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Billow Ness Beach
    4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Anstruther Golf Club
    9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Cupar Station
    20 min drive
  • Dundee (DND)
    61 min drive

Restaurants

  • Anstruther Fish Bar
    8 min walk
  • The Cocoa Tree
    3 min drive
  • The Cellar At 24 East Green
    9 min walk
  • The Ship Inn
    9 min drive
  • The Waterfront Chip Shop
    7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Dolphin Cottage- traditional cottage on Fife Coast pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Dolphin Cottage- traditional cottage on Fife Coast?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dolphin Cottage- traditional cottage on Fife Coast?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Dolphin Cottage- traditional cottage on Fife Coast located?

Situated in Anstruther, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Billow Ness Beach, La Petite Epicerie, and Anstruther Golf Club. Scottish Fisheries Museum and St Monans Heritage Collection are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

Dolphin Cottage- traditional cottage on Fife Coast Reviews

8.8

Excellent

8.0

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lovely quaint old cottage close to the beach and harbour. It’s in a great location with lovely views over the Dreel burn and beach. The open plan living/dining room is bright, spacious and comfortable. The cottage is well provisioned with plenty crockery and kitchenware, plus a dishwasher and washing machine. It has a quirky layout with bedrooms on the ground floor and the living spaces upstairs. This affords the property with nice views towards the beach. The beds were pretty comfortable, although a few new pillows would definitely be a bonus. Plenty drawer and wardrobe space in both bedrooms. We had plenty towels, bedding etc and the heating and shower were good so we were cosy during our stay. The only negative point is that the cottage would benefit from a deep clean. It was generally clean on all the surfaces and in the kitchen and bathroom so we had no issues with it but I am guessing that the owner or some guests might have dogs. We were aware of a slight doggy aroma coming from the carpets and soft furnishings. It was a minor thing though and didn’t bother us. The parking was a bit challenging during our stay because the carpark at the esplanade was fenced off by Scottish Water for upgrade works. The cottage is on a narrow street so we had to park away from the property. It wasn’t a problem as we didn’t need the car much so we unloaded our bags on arrival and parked in a public carpark about 5mins walk away. Overall, we had a great stay and would book again
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely quiet property. It does smell musty, but is easy to heat. We bought scented candles. Comfy beds and well equipped kitchen.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cottage was clean and tidy, in a nice area of Anstruther. I didn’t give it 5 stars because the bedding and pillows were a bit below par!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025