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Duck Cottage, Kilrenny Kirk
Duck Cottage
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Comfortable living room with two settees, one arm chair, dining table for four
Living room with bio-fuel fireplace, TV and DVD library of over 250 titles

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 47.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Kilrenny, Scotland
  • Place, Scottish Fisheries Museum
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, La Petite Epicerie
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Billow Ness Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Dundee (DND)
    ‪47 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Duck Cottage, a pet-friendly home-from-home, minutes from the coast

Duck Cottage is a traditional stone built cottage, internally modernised and tastefully decorated to create a warm, charming base close to the restaurants, pubs, shops and attractions of Anstruther. St Andrews and the other coastal villages are only a few minutes drive, with Edinburgh just over an hour away by car. Ideal for couples seeking a romantic hideaway, outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers, families looking for a rural retreat, and golfers looking to mark their cards at any one of the many premier courses, including the famous Old Course at St Andrews.

The cottage caters for the occasional Scottish rainy day as well, with free Wifi, an extensive music, film and literary library available to fill the odd moment, and a large HD TV with Freeview HD channels. A well equipped kitchen encourages gourmets to experiment with the wonderful local produce. Unlike many holiday homes, Duck Cottage welcomes well-behaved pets at no extra charge - I want your furry family members to have as good a break away as you!

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 1 total)
Pets must not be left alone or allowed upstairs
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Post the keys back through the letterbox after locking up
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Please remove duvet covers, pillow cases and bedsheets and leave them on the floor for collection at the end of your stay
Please wash all crockery and utensils used, empty the refrigerator and properly dispose of waste.
Pets are to be kept off the furniture, not allowed upstairs on the carpeted areas and not left alone in the house

Important information

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 and a deadlock
Property Registration Number FI 00381

About the area

Anstruther

Located in Anstruther, this cottage is in a rural area and by the sea. Scottish Fisheries Museum and Crail Museum and Heritage Centre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Scotland's Secret Bunker and Kellie Castle. La Petite Epicerie and Cambo Estate Gardens are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and hiking.
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Kilrenny, Scotland

What's nearby

  • Scottish Fisheries Museum - 2 min drive - 1.6 km
  • La Petite Epicerie - 2 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Billow Ness Beach - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Anstruther Golf Club - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Old Course at St Andrews - 18 min drive - 18.3 km

Getting around

  • Leuchars Station - 22 min drive
  • Dundee (DND) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Cocoa Tree - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Wee Chippy - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Clock Tower Café - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Balcomie Links Hotel - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Bread & Butter - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Duck Cottage, a pet-friendly home-from-home, minutes from the coast pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Duck Cottage, a pet-friendly home-from-home, minutes from the coast?

As of 12 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Duck Cottage, a pet-friendly home-from-home, minutes from the coast on 18 Apr 2026 start from AU$200, 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 Duck Cottage, a pet-friendly home-from-home, minutes from the coast?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Duck Cottage, a pet-friendly home-from-home, minutes from the coast?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Duck Cottage, a pet-friendly home-from-home, minutes from the coast?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Duck Cottage, a pet-friendly home-from-home, minutes from the coast located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of La Petite Epicerie and Scottish Fisheries Museum. Billow Ness Beach and Anstruther Golf Club are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

John D.

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

Duck Cottage

Excellent location and accommation
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aileen B.

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

Good Cottage good location

super holiday cottage in a super location
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Sept 2022
I'm very pleased you enjoyed your stay Aileen!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bill H.

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

Great stay in Kilrenny

Lovely spacious cottage in easy reach of all.the East Neuk has to offer.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debra F.

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

Fantastic place

Great quiet location. The property has everything you need and more besides. Very comfortable stay, and fantastic communication with the owner. Would highly recommend this lovely cottage!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Seonaid H.

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

Great cottage

Lovely cottage - everything you could possibly need. Very comfortable and great location.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marlyn M.

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

Getaway break

Enjoyed locality lovely village would comeback again
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 July 2023
So happy you had a good time, you're welcome back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mandy S.

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

lovely

Duck cottage is in a lovely village setting. it has everything you need for a holiday.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 9 July 2023
Sorry for the late response Mandy, but I'm very happy you had a great time at the Cottage!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colin T.

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

Duck cottage

We enjoyed our stay at duck cottage. Lovely quiet village . Easy walk to Anstruther. & fife coastal path.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 31 May 2023
So glad you had a lovely stay Colin
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joan W.

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

Holiday in Duck Cottage

We have stayed before in Duck Cottage so we knew to expect high standards. The cottage is very well equipped and was clean and sparkling. Its peaceful location is perfect and there are coastal and countryside walks on the doorstep. The nearby small towns and villages are wonderful to explore.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Oct 2021
Lovely to welcome you back Joan, and hopefully you will be back in 2022!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joan W.

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

Lovely Duck Cottage in Kilrenny

We've stayed in Duck Cottage before and were delighted to return. The cottage is extremely comfortable and well maintained, and equipped with everything which could be needed. I love the quiet village location from which there are rural and coastal walks, while the nearby villages and small towns offer shops and are great to explore.
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 30 May 2022
So glad to see you back again, and I hope it won't be the last time!
Verified

8/10 Good

Norman M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Duck Cottage at Kilkenny East Neuk.

We stayed we washed, we ate, we slept so I guess it did the Job.Area is lovely, accomodation is a quaint old cottage, that doesn’t have modern luxuries but that was OK.Jonathon (The owner) was great in his messages to me and I have no doubt he is a nice guy.Duck Cottage did the job for us and was a fair price for accomodation in a very upmarket location.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paula Brown

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

A cosy cottage nestled in a place perfect for exploring the East Neuk of Fife.

An easy process will certainly consider booking again. Thank you
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 10 July 2022
So glad you enjoyed your visit Paula, hope it won't be the last!
Verified

6/10 Okay

Elaine T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Beautiful old cottage opposite the old Kirk with a tower built in the 15th century. As are all the old villages in East Neuk on the Fife coast, it is a quiet, picturesque & peaceful. Cottage was very clean, all amenities provided including a carton of milk in the fridge & a packet of tea biscuits.
Duck Cottage, Kilrenny
Duck Cottage with marriage lintel from 1644. Not related to the house but is to the village.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Sally G.

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

A weeks stay

Lovely comfortable cottage and very well maintained weather was kind so managed some fabulous coastal walks and saw an abundance of different birds . Admired all the recycling bins as not many places do that and it is something I am passionate about . Loved all the travelling books as now planning my next adventure . Thank you from Sally and Daisy (dog!)
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Sept 2023
So happy you and Daisy had such a nice time at Duck Cottage. Come back any time!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sally W.

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

Great wee cottage

A delightful cottage, very well appointed and clean in a peaceful village location. Ideally located for visiting the East Neuk coastline.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew A.

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

October break

We enjoyed the homely feeling of Duck Cottage, Kilrenny is ideally placed a short drive or walk to Anstruther. The cottage was very well laid out, with instructions for any appliances. Particularly enjoyed Jonathan’s fine photography of the local area - they’re all in the same black frame, signatured, dotted around the cottage - as well as the extensive DVD collection for night viewing. Some of our family visited the local church across the road for Sunday service, everyone was very friendly as you’d expect of such community.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martyn W.

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

Duck Cottage

A lovely cottage in Kilrenny. The owner answered all queries promptly, the cottage is clean and comfortable. A welcome pack including milk, tea, coffee and biscuits was waiting for us. We would have appreciated more than half a loo roll though! The village itself is lovely; peaceful and quiet although as there is no shop or pub you do have to make the short trip to Anstruther to get essentials. All in all a lovely base for an excellent holiday in a wonderful part of the country. Thank you Jonathan.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Mark H.

Great little cottage very cosy, comfortable and well equipped

Brilliant location as base for walking the Fife coastal path. Good local amenities in Anstruther and surrounding areas and lovely Andrews just up the road. Fascinating visits to Fisheries museum (Anstruther) and St Andrews preservation trust museum both give good insights into the areas history. Missed out on the secret bunker though arrived too late on the day we visited. Terrific sea views great walks quaint harbours generally a lovely area to visit with plenty to do. We have had many holidays in Scotland over the years usually in the highlands and around locks, it was a nice change to experience a seaside holiday this time. We also had great weather very little rain on the Sunday that lasted about an hour and then again just as we were leaving the following Saturday. The only downside is that we were just a little out of season so quite a few places were closed or closed quite early but on the plus side it meant that we didn't have to contend with large crowds parking issues and not being able to get into places that were open. All in all a great holiday great accommodation lots to do both inside and outside activities great food and drink would definitely like to visit again. Should also mention the extensive collection of DVD's and CD's in the cottage which made for cosy evenings in as it got dark around 6:30ish
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019

About the host

Hosted by Jonathan Anderson

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My works keeps me overseas, so when I'm not here, Duck Cottage provides a happy based for couples and small families to enjoy this peaceful and picturesque corner of Scotland

Why they chose this property

I hope you find Duck Cottage a homely and comfortable place to stay. If you prefer the less personal, antiseptic, corporate holiday let, then Duck Cottage probably isn't for you! Kilrenny is very quiet too, meaning you have a proper break away from it all, interrupted perhaps only by the Kirk's bell chiming on the hour - not through the night though!

What makes this property unique

The price you pay includes everything at Duck Cottage - utlities, wifi internet, linen, towels, and no extra charges for well-behaved pets.

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