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At The Bay' country cottage offers a serene retreat near St Andrews. Relax in the picturesque Fife countryside, explore nearby world-class golfing and leisure facilities or stroll along the shore. Unwind in the open-plan kitchen and living areas with patio doors leading to gorgeous gardens.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

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3 bathroomsSleeps 491 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space

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At the Bay - A Quintessential Cottage

About the Property

At the Bay is a charming country cottage set in a peaceful courtyard development near St Andrews, surrounded by farmland, forests, and the stunning Fife coastline. Ideal for a relaxing retreat, the cottage provides a tranquil base for unwinding in nature. For those seeking activity, world-class golf courses and leisure facilities are only minutes away. The location also makes it easy to explore Fife’s historic towns, picturesque fishing villages, and scenic coastal walks, giving you a taste of what locals fondly call ‘The Kingdom of Fife’.

Living Space and Bedrooms

Step into a practical yet inviting porch, which includes a convenient downstairs WC. The open-plan ground floor combines kitchen, dining, and living areas in a bright, spacious layout perfect for socialising or simply relaxing. Patio doors lead directly to the landscaped gardens, offering peaceful views and a seamless connection between indoors and outdoors.

Upstairs, the cottage offers two comfortable bedrooms. One features a double bed that can be converted to twins if needed, and the other has twin beds. The master bedroom also includes a sofa bed, providing flexible sleeping arrangements for additional guests. The modern shower room features a large walk-in shower and heated towel rail, complementing the contemporary décor throughout the cottage.

Kitchen and Dining

The fully equipped kitchen provides everything needed to prepare meals, from cooking essentials to appliances. The open-plan dining area sits adjacent to the kitchen, making it easy to enjoy meals together and connect with guests in the living space.

Location

At the Bay is less than three miles from St Andrews, the world-famous home of golf. Nearby, the distinguished courses at the Fairmont Hotel offer both golfing and spa facilities within walking distance. The cottage also provides excellent access to a wide range of outdoor pursuits, including walking, cycling, riding, and sailing.

Explore Fife further by visiting Cupar, the county’s bustling market town, or Dundee, just 15 miles away. The East Neuk area offers picturesque fishing villages such as Crail, Anstruther, Pittenweem, and St Monans. Historical sites including Kellie Castle, Hill of Tarvit, and Falkland Palace are also within easy reach. Beach lovers can enjoy nearby sandy shores at St Andrews, Kingsbarns, Tentsmuir, and Elie.

Guest Access and Important Information

The property includes private parking for two cars. A good local road network and nearby railway stations make it easy to explore further afield, and Dundee Airport offers short-haul flights. In St Andrews, free parking is available at The Bruce Embankment off Petheram Bridge for all-day stays. Pay-and-display parking is also available throughout the town.

Additional amenities include heating and bed linen. A lock box is available outside the cottage for easy key access.

Have a fantastic stay at At the Bay.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 pets total
  • Fee: GBP 25
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited housekeeping

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Golf

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 980 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

1. Check-in schedule: From 01/01 to 31/12: Everyday from 15:00h to 23:00h 2. Check-out schedule: 10:00. 3. Dangerous breed dogs are not allowed. 4

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 25
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets
Note from host: Dangerous animals not allowed.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: GBP 25
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events are allowed on site
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number FI-00652-F

Property is also known as

459723

About the neighborhood

Located in St. Andrews, this cottage is in a rural area. St. Andrews Preservation Trust Museum and Garden and British Golf Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Old Course at St Andrews and St Andrews Bay. East Sands Leisure Centre and St. Andrews Aquarium are also worth visiting. Visit our St. Andrews travel guide
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Scotland, Fife

What's nearby

  • University of St Andrews is the oldest of the four ancient universities of Scotland. 
It was founded between 1410 and 1413. Can you imagine?! 

This is a view of the Courtyard of the United College.
    University of St. Andrews
    6 min drive - 6.3 km
  • famous cityscape of st andrews behind the old course
    Old Course at St Andrews
    7 min drive - 7.3 km
  • St. Andrew Links featuring golf and heritage architecture
    St. Andrews Links
    10 min drive - 8.9 km
  • St Andrews Bay
    2 min drive - 1.3 km
  • Torrance Course
    2 min drive - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Springfield Station
    21 min drive
  • Dundee (DND)
    54 min drive

Restaurants

  • Jannettas Gelateria
    5 min drive
  • BrewDog St Andrews
    6 min drive
  • The Keys
    6 min drive
  • The Byre Theatre
    5 min drive
  • The Cheesy Toast Shack
    5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is At the Bay - A Quintessential Cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total). There's a fee of GBP 25. Service animals are exempt from fees.

What time is check-in at At the Bay - A Quintessential Cottage?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at At the Bay - A Quintessential Cottage?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is At the Bay - A Quintessential Cottage located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of St Andrews Bay, Torrance Course, and Devlin Course. The Fife Coastal Path and East Sands are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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At the Bay - A Quintessential Cottage Reviews

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9.8

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

mark k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice Stay near St Andrews

We just spent 5 days at this unit. It was a bit out of town but, unless you love relentless crowds and hunting for paid parking, it is better to be out of town. No big problems, easy to communicate with agency via email and they respond quickly. Of course, they are available via phone for urgency but we had no need to call. Suggestion to take this to next level. Perhaps leave a few Bin bags-the unit had one bag for 5 day stay. Cheap thing to do and avoids overstuffing bin bags. And put a small broom in the unit for gentle tidying (and it might make the after visit professional cleanup a bit easier). All in all a very good stay. If you are looking for a place to stay in the St Andrews area, give it a try.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Great experience, great cottage

Easy to find great location very beautiful scenery.

10/10 Excellent

Kirk L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Great place near St Andrews

This was a perfect cottage right outside St Andrews, only a short drive into town. Beautiful scenery with a view of one of the golf courses, and we had everything we needed for two great days in this part of Scotland.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rob B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Property - Secluded Location

A well appointed cottage with large rooms and lovely garden / outside areas. Close enough to St Andrews to enjoy the town, far enough away to enjoy the peace and quiet.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sandra H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

At Andrews Home

Very nice home. Great quiet location. Mattresses were not great quality. King bed was sagging. Other then that it was very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ian F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

At The Bay

The property was excellent for our stay - great area, very relaxing holiday.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025