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Stunning 1 Bedroom home in Elie
fantastic stay away for my partners 40th Birthday celebrations. Very cosy and tucked away with breathtaking views of Elie. Fiona was a great host. We shall be back in the near future.

Gorgeous country apartment w/ hot tub & log burner
We were looking for a total peaceful break, clear instructions on how to use amenities, hot tub was really clean and really warm so enjoyed hours relaxing in it! Thank you Ainslie ❤️

A charming, well appointed Edwardian Gate Lodge
Fantastic house, great facilities, loved the jacuzzi. Stayed for a week of golf and was very central to our needs. Host was available when needed but no interference. Recommendations for food were excellent! Highly recommend.

Lodge at Eastwood: private cottage for 2-4 guests
Beautiful cottage in a lovely location. The cottage was well kept and very homely. It was ideal for our family with everything we needed. The location was fantastic. Great walks for the dogs, both at the cottage and nearby (some recommended by the owner). As well as close to a number of child friendly locations and activities for our 7 year old. A large Tesco was nearby as well as some great restaurants. We found it very relaxing and enjoyed watching the garden birds, red squirrel, and local deer. The owner was very helpful, with quick responses, and all relevant information provided in advance. The only point we have to note was the limited water pressure for the shower. The owner did make us aware of this in advance of the visit. Although low pressure, it was also still sufficient, clean, and worked so we could have a shower. Thanks again to Ashley for all her support throughout and her beautiful holiday home.

Cottage with optional extra of wood fired hot tub
Very well designed cottage making the best possible use of quite a small space - with both a shower room and bathroom , utility room as well as kitchen/living space and the patio with hot tub. Although near to the High Street with a range of takeaways and a superb butcher (Hunters) the cottage is in a very quiet street. The nearby Curate Wynd free car park was very handy and we could unload from there. Although Dawn and Darren were away Dawn was on hand to answer any queries. We had a great three day break - spending the days at the RSPB Nature Reserve in stunning weather. We ate out one night at the Balgedie Toll Tavern - highly recommended for great food and very good service.

Cliff Walk Cottage, Cotton of Auchmithie, Arbroath
Property was ideally located for quietness. Garden was safe and secure for the dogs. Everything we needed was provided and any queries were answered quickly.

Coastal cottage with stunning view.
We had an absolutely lovely time at Ali's place. Spacious, clean and very comfortable. Hot tub and garnden really make the place with stunning views. Easy access to Edinburgh by train and car and also the Fife coastal path. We loved it! would be very happy to return again one day. Ali was the perfect host.

2 Bed Cottage + Private Hot Tub
Thank you for a beautiful stay!. Myself and 2 friends were celebrating turning 40. The house was stunning, and beautifully cared for. Everything we needed was at hand and if we had needed anything Emily was just a door knock away which was great to know. This little gem makes you feel like you are in the middle of nowhere taking some much needed time away.
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Traditional detached country cottage.
We rented Ladywell Lodge with the Doocot for a large family holiday. Though the cottage is up in the hills, it was very quick to get to major routes. The lodge was perfect for the two couples who stayed there. It is tucked away in its own large outdoor space with woods and hill walks just moments away. It was comfortable and clean with everything as described. The kitchen was well laid out and the sitting room really cosy. The hosts were great too - Sandra is really responsive and we found the flexible check in really good. It was perfect for our family and being able to pair renting this with the Doocot meant we had a brilliant space for lots of people to stay. My husband and I would love to go back and would happily rent the lodge again as it was so comfortable in a beautiful setting. Highly recommend.

One Bedroom Seaside Cottage Apartment in Limekilns
Had a great stay here, everything was here that I needed, my dogs were also very well catered for. I had to change the plans a couple of times and Anne was very responsive and very helpful. Would 100% recommend this little apartment, it was small but perfectly formed with a quaint little courtyard. Love it.

Fife Cottage between St Andrews and Dundee
Really lovely property with a high standard of fittings and all the kitchen equipment you could wish for. The garden is a highlight, as is the loft space which is almost a set contained flat.

Traditional Cottage in a Quiet Area of Town
Laura’s place was wonderful. She was also an accommodating host, which we really appreciated. The place was beautiful and completely spotless. We really recommend ❤️

Family-friendly spacious Balgonar Cottage
This was our second stay at the cottage and had a lovely time. Cozy, with everything you could possibly need and having the log fire is a bonus. The location is perfect for us as it is close to family but staying on a working farm is also fun to see everything going on. Would definitely stay again.

Charming, vintage style cottage with free parking
Beautiful little cottage in a peaceful part of the village. Was perfect for what we needed. Katy and Geoff were very responsive and helpful.

Ardormie Farm Cottage - cosy country cottage for 2
This was a perfect quiet getaway with a beautiful view, and nice/convenient kitchen and laundry amenities. Bed had a heating mattress which was nice too. It got a bit cold even with radiators, but maybe we were using them wrong… Google Maps routed us incorrectly and getting there at night it was hard to follow Jill’s given instructions, but the instructions were clear. Overall very happy with the place and its amazing value! Look forward to staying again!

Stylish fisherman's cottage with fast WiFi
It was a lovely place to stay. We hope to be back soon!
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The Cupboard | Elie
Beautifully quaint bolthole! The Cupboard is a utterly lovely place in Elie, literal stonesthrow from the beach, where our dog and us had a magical time. Tiny but expertly laid out, and efficiently uses the space so you feel super at home. We love it and will defo be back

Honeybee Cottage | Cellardyke
Clean, warm and beautiful furnished. Only issue was parking. A few spaces available otherwise it is street parking.

Garden Cottage, nr St Andrews. Glorious location!
Lovely cottage and surroundings. Homemade bread on arrival was a nice touch. Read in earlier reviews about deer on the lawn. It's true! Would highly recommend.

Beautiful holiday cottage on Perthshire Estate
This was one of the nicest Airbnbs we have ever stayed at. Impeccably decorated and full of character. The location is idyllic, despite being 20 mins out of Perth you feel like you’re in the middle of nowhere. The perfect place to relax, light the fire and chill with a book! You will not regret booking this fantastic home and Alice is a brilliant host! 5 stars and more!

Charming two bedroom two bathroom detached cottage
The cottage is beautiful, very week equipped and has everything you need for a stay away from home. The log burner is so cosy and the water pressure in the shower is amazing! We loved our stay and communication was fantastic. Hope to come back again soon xx

Painter's Cottage
Myself and my husband loved staying at the cottage. It was beautifully decorated, super cozy and very clean. We would recommend anyone coming to Scotland to stay here.

Eastburn: Gorgeous 2-bed cottage near St Andrews
We had the absolute pleasure of staying here for 3 nights for my partners birthday and can honestly say we enjoyed every single minute. From meeting with Nick the host at check in he was friendly informative and welcoming. To the amazing scenery and amnesties with the beautiful animals. The quality of duvets, towels and bed sheets were amazing! We felt so cozy,comfortable and at home throughout our full stay. A fully equipped kitchen with everything you need. Cozy living room with smart tv was a great addition. Beds were extremely comfortable and curtains were black out so a great night sleep was had. Shower was great pressure and beautiful aaran aromatics body wash shampoo ect all supplied. Spotlessly clean property throughout. We can’t fault our stay at all and cannot wait to return! Thank you for everything Nick!

Rural Retreat with amazing views!
Tracy’s place was perfect located in the countryside, she was a brilliant host who was extremely quick with responding to any and all questions, very easy stay and would highly recommend.
Quick stats about cottage rentals in St Andrews
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20 properties
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$120 before taxes and fees
Total number of reviews
950 reviews
Family-friendly rentals
20 properties are a good fit for families
Rentals with dedicated workspaces
10 properties have a dedicated workspace
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20 properties include access to wifi
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