- occupants 4
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2 Double beds
2 - 2 Bedrooms 2
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2 Bathrooms with shower
2 - 50 m² 50 m²
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The Whins Cottage | St Andrews
St Andrews - Cottage
Availability and prices
Accommodation
Description
Experience top-quality accommodation nestled within a private and secluded walled garden in the heart of historic St Andrews. This prime location offers an ideal retreat for both golfers and visitors, with unbeatable proximity to the world-renowned Old Course—just a 60-second stroll of a little over 100 meters to the 1st tee. Everything you need, from the beach to the town's charming restaurants and cafes, is within easy walking distance.
Perfect for all seasons, this property comfortably sleeps four guests in two en-suite bedrooms. The main lounge boasts a breathtaking full-height glass wall that opens onto a private decking area and garden, creating a tranquil space to relax and enjoy the outdoors.
The Space: Whether you're on a golfing holiday or a leisurely getaway, this modern property offers the best of both worlds: contemporary comfort in a historic setting. Tucked away within a century-old walled garden, this 'secret' garden sanctuary has no adjoining properties, making it perfect for golfers, families, or groups of friends seeking privacy.
The lounge's striking glass wall provides an uninterrupted view of the garden, leading out to a decking area furnished with a table and chairs—ideal for soaking up the summer sun with a glass of wine or a soft drink. The two well-appointed bedrooms each feature their own en-suite shower rooms, with one offering a king-size bed and the other a double bed. The bright, modern kitchen and dining area come fully equipped with everything you need for a self-catering stay.
Just under 100 meters from the property, you'll find yourself gazing out at the stunning West Sands Beach, the Royal & Ancient Golf Club, and the iconic Old Course 1st tee.
Guest Access: THE PROPERTY IS LOCATED AT THE BACK OF 6A PLAYFAIRS:- This black gate can be found by walking down Gillespie Wynd, either from The Scores or North Street, continue walking down the wynd until you come to the black gate with '6' on it, enter the gate and continue down the garden path. The Whins will be located to the left of the garden with the glass front.
Guests have exclusive use of the entire property. From this prime location, you can easily explore everything St Andrews has to offer—whether it's the University, Cathedral, Castle, tennis courts, Byre Theatre, or the bus station. Ample free parking is available nearby.
Other Things to Note: The bus station is just a 2-minute walk away, providing convenient access to local towns and picturesque fishing villages. The train station is a short 15-minute bus ride, and Edinburgh is about an hour away by train or car. Explore nearby gems like the fishing villages of Crail and Pittenweem, just a 30-minute drive or a short bus journey away.
Perfect for all seasons, this property comfortably sleeps four guests in two en-suite bedrooms. The main lounge boasts a breathtaking full-height glass wall that opens onto a private decking area and garden, creating a tranquil space to relax and enjoy the outdoors.
The Space: Whether you're on a golfing holiday or a leisurely getaway, this modern property offers the best of both worlds: contemporary comfort in a historic setting. Tucked away within a century-old walled garden, this 'secret' garden sanctuary has no adjoining properties, making it perfect for golfers, families, or groups of friends seeking privacy.
The lounge's striking glass wall provides an uninterrupted view of the garden, leading out to a decking area furnished with a table and chairs—ideal for soaking up the summer sun with a glass of wine or a soft drink. The two well-appointed bedrooms each feature their own en-suite shower rooms, with one offering a king-size bed and the other a double bed. The bright, modern kitchen and dining area come fully equipped with everything you need for a self-catering stay.
Just under 100 meters from the property, you'll find yourself gazing out at the stunning West Sands Beach, the Royal & Ancient Golf Club, and the iconic Old Course 1st tee.
Guest Access: THE PROPERTY IS LOCATED AT THE BACK OF 6A PLAYFAIRS:- This black gate can be found by walking down Gillespie Wynd, either from The Scores or North Street, continue walking down the wynd until you come to the black gate with '6' on it, enter the gate and continue down the garden path. The Whins will be located to the left of the garden with the glass front.
Guests have exclusive use of the entire property. From this prime location, you can easily explore everything St Andrews has to offer—whether it's the University, Cathedral, Castle, tennis courts, Byre Theatre, or the bus station. Ample free parking is available nearby.
Other Things to Note: The bus station is just a 2-minute walk away, providing convenient access to local towns and picturesque fishing villages. The train station is a short 15-minute bus ride, and Edinburgh is about an hour away by train or car. Explore nearby gems like the fishing villages of Crail and Pittenweem, just a 30-minute drive or a short bus journey away.
Distribution of bedrooms
1 Double bed
1 Double bed
Special features
Parking
Garden
Fenced garden
Internet
Open plan kitchen (induction)
Refrigerator
Oven
Freezer
Dishwasher
Dishes/Cutlery
Kitchen utensils
Plates and bowls
Bathroom(s)
2 Bathrooms with shower
Shampoo
Conditioner
Body soap
General
1 TV
Garden
Garden furniture
Fenced garden
Washing machine
Dryer
Iron
Internet
Internet
Wi-Fi
Hair dryer
50 m² Property
Central heating
Open-air parking
Kitchenette
Street parking
Toilet paper
Patio
Children welcome
Dining area
Outdoor dining area
Clothes rack
Clothes drying rack
Detached
Family
Effect fireplace
Hd flat panel television - 32 inches
Handheld shower head
Non-smoking all spaces
Parties/events not allowed
Trash cans
Seating area
Sitting area
Sofa
Seating area with sofa/chair
Wine glasses
Tv digital
Carbon monoxide detector
Dining room seats
Fire emergency contact
First aid kit
Flat-screen tv
Hangers
Hot water
Ironing board
Kitchen supplies
Recycling bins
Smoke detector
Tables and chairs
Mandatory or included services
2x Doubles - Bed Configuration : Included
2x Doubles - Bed Configuration
Please submit this request at least 7 days prior to your arrival if you require 2x doubles.
Bed linen: Included
Bed linen
All bed linen is provided
Booking Fee: 2 % of the booking
Damage Waiver: £ 15.00 / night
Damage Waiver
Damage waiver covers non-malicious damage up to £250
Final Cleaning: £ 96.00 /booking
Heating: Included
Internet Access: Included
Kitchen Pack: Included
Kitchen Pack
You will receive a complimentary Kitchen pack with a few essentials to get you started. This will include a dish cloth, tea towel, bin liner, refuse bag, dish washer & washing machine tablets if there is indeed one in the property.
Starter Pack: Included
Starter Pack
You will receive a complimentary starter pack with a few essentials to get your holiday started the right way. This will include toilet roll, kitchen roll, tea, coffee, milk, sugar, salt & pepper.
Towels: Included
Optional services
8x Singles - Bed Configuration : Included
8x Singles - Bed Configuration
Please submit this request at least 7 days prior to your arrival if you require 8x singles.
Baby high chair: £ 20.00 /booking
Baby high chair
We can provide a high chair for your stay
We ask guests to add on any optional extras at least 48hrs prior to arrival.
Breakfast Pack: £ 30.00 /booking
Breakfast Pack
Short Stay St Andrews are delighted to offer a breakfast pack supplied by family butcher John Gilmour. The breakfast pack will include Bacon x 4 slices, Collagen Sausages x 2, Gilmour’s Special Blend x 2 pork sausage blend mix which is also gluten free (which may contain gluten) Lorne x 2 Slices, Haggis x 2 Slices, Stornoway Black Pudding x 2 Slices
Please note optional extras are non refundable and we require at least 48hrs notice.
Cot/Crib: £ 20.00 /booking
Cot/Crib
We can provide a pack and play travel cot. Please note we don't provide any bedding or linen.
We ask guests to add on any optional extras at least 48hrs prior to arrival
(Please note any optional extras purchased are non refundable )
Dog Charge x 2 : £ 30.00 /booking
Dog Charge x 2
Dog charge must be added if you are bringing your dog(s)
Early Check In: £ 30.00 /booking
Early Check In
Check in is brought forward to 3pm when this option is purchased
Family Breakfast Pack: £ 50.00 /booking
Family Breakfast Pack
Short Stay St Andrews are delighted to offer a breakfast pack supplied by family butcher John Gilmour. The breakfast pack will include Bacon x 8 slices, Collagen Sausages x 4, Gilmour’s Special Blend x 4 pork sausage blend mix which is also gluten free (which may contain gluten) Lorne x 4 Slices, Haggis x 4 Slices, Stornoway Black Pudding x 4 Slices
Please note optional extras are non refundable and we require at least 48hrs notice.
Late Check Out: £ 30.00 /booking
Late Check Out
Late check out 11am
Luxury Breakfast Hamper: £ 50.00 /booking
Luxury Breakfast Hamper
Get a head start on the day with our breakfast hamper, filled with tasty treats from tried and trusted producers based locally, in Fife and around Scotland. Delivered to await your arrival, with chilled products refrigerated, your hamper will contain the following products, feeding 2 guests for 1-2 days: 1ltr Cawston Cloudy Apple Juice, 1ltr of Semi-Skimmed Milk, 500g of Your Piece Fife Mix Muesli. 4x locally baked Croissants, an organic white loaf, 340g of Elie Deli Orange Marmalade, 100g East
Relaxed Check Out 12noon: £ 50.00 /booking
Relaxed Check Out 12noon
Relaxed Check Out delays check out from 10am to 12noon and is subject to availability. The cost for this optional extra is £50 and must be added at least 48hrs prior to arrival.
Super Early Check In 2pm: £ 50.00 /booking
Super Early Check In 2pm
Super Early Check In brings check in forward from 4pm to 2pm. and subject to availability. The cost for this optional extra is £50 and must be added at least 48hrs prior to arrival.
Your schedule
Check-in from 16:00 to 23:45 Every day
Check-outBefore 10:00
Comments
- This accommodation does not accept groups of young people (Up to 18 years)
- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No smoking
- No pets allowed
Price lists
DatesPrice(night) VAT included | |
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04/06/2025 · 05/06/2025 |
£ 139 |
06/06/2025 · 06/06/2025 |
£ 161 |
07/06/2025 · 13/06/2025 |
£ 139 |
14/06/2025 · 14/06/2025 |
£ 151 |
15/06/2025 · 15/06/2025 |
£ 139 |
16/06/2025 · 16/06/2025 |
£ 170 |
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Booking conditions
From booking date until 57 days before check-in, cancelling the booking will have a penalty of 100% of the prepayment
Cancellation policies
In case of cancellation the following charges will apply
From the booking date until 57 days before check-in
100% of the total prepayment amount
From 56 days before check-in until 31 days before check-in
100% of the total prepayment amount
From 30 days before until check-in
100% of the total rent
No-show
100% of the total rent
Additional notes
- Arrival out of office opening hours: keys will be left in a safety box. The total amount must be paid in advance.
Map and distances
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Location, Location, Location. Simply roll out of bed onto The Old Course - a mere 30 seconds walk from the front door of the cottage! Being a good 5 iron from the 18th green of the world famous Old Course and R&A Clubhouse, you will be able to truly immerse yourself in the Home of Golf! This cottage can sleep 4 comfortably across 2 bedrooms, the default bed configuration is 1 x king and 2 x singles, or your options are 2 x kings or 4 x singles beds upon request, there are 2 bathrooms, an open plan kitchen. Parking is available on The Scores, a 5 minute walk away.