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A black metal gate with a sign reading 'The Whins Cottage.'
A living room with a grey sofa, brown leather sofa, and a woven rug.
A modern kitchen with a central island, a dining area with two chairs, and a staircase leading to an upper level.
A modern outdoor patio with a table and chairs, surrounded by a garden and stone walls.
A garden with a patio, a birdhouse, and a conservatory.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathrooms538 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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St Andrews
  • Place, University of St. Andrews
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Old Course at St Andrews
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Royal & Ancient Golf Club of St. Andrews
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, Dundee (DND)
    ‪33 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

St. Andrews

This cottage is adjacent to popular attractions such as University of St. Andrews and Old Course at St Andrews. The cottage includes a kitchen, a patio, and a fenced private yard.
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What's nearby

  • University of St. Andrews - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • The Scores - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Old Course at St Andrews - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Royal & Ancient Golf Club of St. Andrews - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • St. Andrew's Cathedral - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Leuchars Station - 13 min drive
  • Dundee (DND) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Dunvegan Hotel - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Spoiled Life - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Bibi's Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Taste - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪St Andrews Students' Association - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Whins Cottage | St Andrews

Experience top quality accommodation tucked inside a private, secluded walled garden in the heart of historic St Andrews. With the Old Course just over 100 metres away, you are around a 60 second walk to the 1st tee, with West Sands Beach, great restaurants, and cafes all within easy walking distance.

Sleeping 4 guests, the cottage has two en suite bedrooms and a bright, modern layout designed for comfort in every season. The main lounge features a full height glass wall with calming garden views and direct access to a private deck with outdoor seating, ideal for unwinding after a day in town or on the links. A well equipped kitchen and dining area provides everything needed for a self catering stay.

For larger parties, The Whins Cottage can be booked together with nearby 6A Playfairs, creating an ideal set up for bigger golf groups who want to stay close by while still enjoying their own space and privacy.

THE PROPERTY IS LOCATED AT THE BACK OF 6A PLAYFAIRS. Access is via a black gate marked 6 on Gillespie Wynd. Enter the gate and follow the garden path. The Whins is to the left with the glass front.

Guests have exclusive use of the entire property. The bus station is about a 2 minute walk away, with easy links to local towns and East Neuk fishing villages.
The cottage is heated and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fenced private yard, and an ironing board.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchenette
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 538 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Checkin 16:00-23:45

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 3-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • High chair fee: GBP 20 per stay

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Property is also known as

500765

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do within easy reach of this cottage?

This cottage is located in St. Andrews, just steps from Old Course at St Andrews and Royal & Ancient Golf Club of St. Andrews, and within a short walk of The Scores. You'll also find St. Andrews Aquarium and West Sands less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at The Whins Cottage | St Andrews?

No, this cottage doesn't offer parking.

Is this cottage next to a casino?

No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this cottage?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.

Is The Whins Cottage | St Andrews good for couples?

Couples staying at this cottage will value amenities like a kitchenette, a kitchen in some cottage, as well as a garden.

Does The Whins Cottage | St Andrews have a hot tub?

No, this cottage doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this cottage include breakfast service?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this cottage allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this cottage.

Does The Whins Cottage | St Andrews have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this cottage.

What is the closest airport to this cottage?

The closest major airport to this cottage is Dundee (DND), which is 15.1 mi away (33 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Whins Cottage | St Andrews?

Yes, every cottage at The Whins Cottage | St Andrews comes with a patio.

The Whins Cottage | St Andrews Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 2 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 2 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mary K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very well-maintained and great location! The host accommodated our request to enter early once they had cleaned and performed their inspection after the previous guest departed. They also welcomed us with a box of shortbread and a bottle of Prosecco. We really enjoyed our stay, and we would definitely stay again if we return to St. Andrews.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Brad

Always a little nicer than other property owners

Short Stay is now my first search when we need a place to stay in St Andrews. Compared to other property owners, your properties are always a little nicer, newer, and better than the pictures. The little touches also show you care about our experience. Thanks again.