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A fabulous and historic 4 bedroomed house in St Andrews

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10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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St Andrews, Fife
  • Place, University of St. Andrews
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Old Course at St Andrews
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, St. Andrew's Cathedral
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Dundee (DND)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom #1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom #2

1 King Bed

Bedroom #3

1 King Bed

Bedroom #4

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom #1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom #2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

A fabulous and historic 4 bedroomed house in St Andrews

Sleeping 8/10 this is a stunning landmark St Andrews building, centrally located on South Street with a large, fully enclosed, garden and conservatory. Birthplace of James Foulis, winner of the US Open in 1896, golf course designer and inventor of the mashie-niblick golf club. The house has four bedrooms and two bathrooms, three of the bedrooms can be made up as two single beds or one super king bed. There is also a sofa bed in the basement snug for occasional use which can be made up on request. This characterful, historic house, dating back to the 18th century, has all the comforts of a well-loved home, including wireless internet access. Its central location puts it right on the doorstep of the town's many artisan shops, restaurants and pubs. It is only a five minute walk to the world famous Old Course.There is a small garage nearby for guest use. Maximum of two prior-arranged, well-behaved dogs.

EPC Rating - F

STL Licence No - FI 01763 F

Please be aware that the annual Lammas Street Market will be in operation in St Andrews from August 7th to August 11th 2026. The market will operate on South Street from 9th August to 11th August and on these dates South Street will be closed to traffic. These streets will be very busy and some noise may travel from the market to the house. The market will operate until 11.00pm.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available

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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
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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
Property Registration Number FI 01763 P

About the area

St. Andrews

St. Andrews is home to this cottage. Old Course at St Andrews and St Andrews Wine Company are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit British Golf Museum and St. Andrews Aquarium. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Tannadice Park or Dens Park.
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St Andrews, Fife

What's nearby

  • University of St. Andrews - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Old Course at St Andrews - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Royal & Ancient Golf Club of St. Andrews - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • St. Andrew's Cathedral - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • St. Andrew's Castle - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Leuchars Station - 12 min drive
  • Dundee (DND) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪St Andrews Students' Association - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Tailend Fish Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪BrewDog St Andrews - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Keys - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is A fabulous and historic 4 bedroomed house in St Andrews pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at A fabulous and historic 4 bedroomed house in St Andrews?

As of 2 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at A fabulous and historic 4 bedroomed house in St Andrews on 5 Apr 2026 start from AU$943, 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 A fabulous and historic 4 bedroomed house in St Andrews?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at A fabulous and historic 4 bedroomed house in St Andrews?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A fabulous and historic 4 bedroomed house in St Andrews?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is A fabulous and historic 4 bedroomed house in St Andrews located?

Situated in St. Andrews, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of University of St. Andrews and Old Course at St Andrews. St Andrews Wine Company and Hamish McHamish Statue are also within 5 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 28 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great historical home and location. Plenty of room. Beautiful garden area. Very enjoyable.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Margaret R.

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

Family friendly

We had a lovely experience in this property. Location was perfect!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Linda G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous house and gardens.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tracy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was wonderful. Parking was a bear but they did warn us about that.
Stayed 21 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas R.

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

April stay

Lovely property full of character and with beautiful garden.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fiona H.

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

George's 65th

Superb location and accommodation for a family celebration. Lovely ambience in all of the rooms .
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Victoria G.

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

Perfect stay

We spent a spectacular week at this property visiting our daughter, who is a student at St. Andrews and celebrating Thanksgiving with a few of her friends. We will be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

James C.

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

Family golf vacation

Traditional home with all the necessities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent

David B.

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

Cowper Close

This was our third stay in Cowper Close.As before we had a great stay in the house.It’s in an excellent location in St Andrews - right in the centre of town with a short walk to shops, pubs, restaurants and visitor attractions.The house is spacious, warm, and very well equipped.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lucy Partain B.

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

Book this house!

Cowper’s Close was a GEM. Suited our family trip (ages newborn to 70s) perfectly. Charm city but also completely comfortable, and the location could not be better. Wonderful to have multiple living spaces (& even a backyard!) for that many people, and the kitchen was the best-equipped of any rental we’ve done. We hope to be back someday….soon!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Alan K.

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

Cowpers Close.

Super house, great lication.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David B.

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

Cowper Close

Cowper Close is a very comfortable, spacious, well-equipped house. The location on South Street is within short walking distances of the shops, restaurants, beaches ant The Old Course.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donald D.

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

St Andrews Wedding Lodgings

I rented this cottage for my daughter and niece, and their fiancees. This cottage was awesome. Large, comfortable, wonderful. The kitchen was plenty big. We had a family farewell dinner there on our last night. Between the patio, the yard, and the dinning room it was perfect. Highly recommend. The two bathrooms for 4 bedrooms was no issue at all.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Danny D.

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

Location, Location, Location

Super convenient. We stayed here for a golf trip and found the property to be everything we needed; large enough to easily host more than just the 4 of us and a fantastic location. We didn't use the garage; on the odd occasion when we left the house after 9am we simply popped £1.10 into the meter outside the house via the Ringo app.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

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

Charming Historic Home in the Heart of St Andrews

A wonderfully welcoming home in the heart of St Andrews. Our family loved staying at Cowper’s Close while exploring the town, enjoying a round of golf and touring the Highlands. There was plenty of room for our 7 adults to relax, particularly enjoying the conservatory. The beds were very comfortable and had been configured nicely for our couples. If you like traditional home style, books and cozy furnishings, this is a perfect place. As well, there are plenty of coffee shops and good restaurants close by, many providing good options for dietary needs. Our family felt very much at home staying here and would definitely book again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline D.

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

Perfect place to stay for graduation week.

Great location right in town and walkable to everything. So close to west sands beach where in the summer you can view both sunrise (if you are prepared to rise at 3am) and sunset just a few hours later! The house was so comfortable and clean and well equipped and lots of space to relax. And a contained back garden and conservatory to boot. Beautifully old property with a long history. We came for my sons graduation from St Andrews. We are sorry to leave this magical place but we will be back. Thank you for letting us stay in this great property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rick M.

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

South St Stay, Cowpers Close, St Andrews

Great property. Awesome location on one of St Andrews two major streets with shops, pubs and restaurants. The Saint pub/restaurant shares a wall with Cowpers. Great food. Get a rez. Emma called to make sure we were settled in comfortably and was very responsive to emails throughout the booking. Thanks Emma! (Sorry I forgot to let you know we we’re leaving early on checkout day. BA changed our flights from Edinburgh to Glasgow and we were scrambling to make them.) The house is well laid out and spacious for 8 people with a nice dining room with a wood burning stove , a sun room on the back with a heater, and a living room with a gas fireplace as well. Lots of room to hang out when it’s break time. The beds were very comfortable and the kitchen was well equipped for our early Christmas dinner. Everything was a 1-10 minute walk from the house. We will definitely be coming back.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ellen J.

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

Perfect house in the perfect location!

This house is very spacious yet cozy. There are many rooms (family room, living room and dining room, sun room) besides kitchen, garden and 4 bedrooms. The beds were comfortable and had excellent linens. 2 full bathrooms was helpful. Across the street and next door were truly wonderful bakery, breakfast/lunch carry out, a pub and steak restaurant. This house is located in the old town within walking distance of the castle, cathedral and the old course. I 100% recommend this vacation home.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James F.

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

This property is spectacular! Everything is very user friendly and the history of the home is superb

I cannot wait to rent this property again next year. So impressive and well managed!
Stayed 13 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

George R.

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

Wonderful place to stay. Location is excellent. House was spotless and very well furnished.

This delightful property could accommodate 8 single golfers or four couples. Four comfortable bedrooms, two full baths, two sitting rooms, full kitchen aand a
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
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10/10 Excellent

David B.

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

Cowpers Close, St Andrew

This is an excellent base for a stay in St Andrews. The house is warm and comfortable with plenty of room for our party of six adults. Its location right in the centre of town meant that restaurants, bars, shops, golf, the beaches and the historic attractions were all within easy walking distance. The house is very well equipped with everything you need in a holiday rental. - the Aga cooker and the baby grand piano made the house extra special.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martha B.

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

Marvellous family house

Terrifically well-appointed, comfortable & convenient.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mat R.

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

Amazing Cottage!

We were a family group of 7 in StA for thanksgiving with our son. Cottage is downtown in the best location possible. Perfectly Clean, amazingly well stocked and extremely comfortable comfortable. The wood fires were an extra special treat!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie D.

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

Fantastic holiday in fantastic house. Ideal central location. Superbly equipped. Luxurious bedding.

All very easy to arrange - start to finish. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Trisha H.

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

Fantastic house

Very warm, cosy and atmospheric with all mod cons and everything you want or need on a break. Very central too.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2020

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