At the Bay – A Quintessential Cottage
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About this listing
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.
Details
- Guests: 4
- Bedrooms: 2
- Beds: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Check-in After: 15
- Check-out Before: 10
- Type: Cottage
Prices
- per night: From £110.00
- Allow additional guests: No
- Cleaning fee: £94
Features
Amenities
- Baking sheet
- Car recommended
- Carbon Monoxide Detector
- Cleaning products
- Clothing storage
- Coffee
- Coffee/tea maker
- Contactless Check-In/Out
- Cooking basics
- Deck patio uncovered
- Dining area
- Dining table
- Dishwasher
- Dryer
- Drying rack for clothing
- Electric kettle
- Enhanced Cleaning Practices
- Essentials
- Fire Extinguisher
- First aid kit
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Freezer
- Garden or backyard
- Golf
- Hair Dryer
- Hangers
- Heating
- High chair
- Hot water
- Internet
- Iron
- Iron board
- Kitchen
- Kitchen utensils
- Laptop Friendly workspace
- Linens
- Long term stays allowed
- Microwave
- Outdoor dining
- Outdoor furniture
- Oven
- Pack n play travel crib
- Pets allowed
- Private entrance
- Rain Shower
- Refrigerator
- Room darkening shades
- Rural
- Shower
- Smart TV
- Smoke detector
- Stove
- Suitable for children
- Suitable for events
- Suitable for infants
- Toaster
- Toilet
- Towels
- TV
- Washing Machine
- Water view
- Wheelchair not accessible
- Wine glasses
- Wireless
Terms & rules
- Smoking allowed: No
- Pets allowed: Yes
- Party allowed: No
- Children allowed: Yes
Availability
March 2026
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