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At the Bay - A Quintessential Cottage

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Private kitchen
Interior
Living area
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
2+ bathroomsSleeps 491 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pets allowed (fee applies)
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Deck or patio
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Fife, Scotland
  • Place, St Andrews Bay
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Torrance Course
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Old Course at St Andrews
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Dundee (DND)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

0 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

2 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

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.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Water view

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 2 total
One well-behaved dog allowed.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
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

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number FI-00652-F

About the area

St. Andrews

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.
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Fife, Scotland

What's nearby

  • St Andrews Bay - 2 min drive - 1.3 km
  • Torrance Course - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • University of St. Andrews - 6 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Old Course at St Andrews - 7 min drive - 7.3 km
  • St. Andrews Links - 10 min drive - 8.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Jannettas Gelateria - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Keys - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Central - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Pret a Manger - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Byre Theatre - ‬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.

How much does it cost to stay at At the Bay - A Quintessential Cottage?

As of 12 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at At the Bay - A Quintessential Cottage on 16 June 2026 start from AU$404, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at At the Bay - A Quintessential Cottage?

On-site parking is available at the property.

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?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is At the Bay - A Quintessential Cottage located?

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

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 8 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 8 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

8.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claire S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful cottage in peaceful location with great views.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2026
Claire, thank you so much for the lovely feedback! We're so glad that you loved your stay, and we'd love to host you again soon!
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

Great experience, great cottage

Easy to find great location very beautiful scenery.
Response from VrboOwner on 5 July 2025
Mark, thank you so much for this lovely feedback, we really appreciate it. We’re delighted that you had such a great time, and we would love to host you again. Kind regards and take care, the CAP team
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen S.

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

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