- occupants 7
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3 King size beds
1 Single bed
4 - 4 Bedrooms 4
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2 bathrooms
1 toilet/half bathroom 3 - 184 m² 184 m²
- Wi-Fi Wi-Fi
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Playfair House | 1 min to Old Course | St Andrews
St Andrews - Terraced House
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Accommodation
Description
Beautifully Renovated Townhouse a Short Walk from the Old Course | Sleeps 7
Welcome to a beautifully renovated terraced townhouse in the heart of St Andrews. Just a short walk from the world-famous Old Course, this home is ideal for golf breaks, university visits, family holidays and weekends by the coast — West Sands Beach, the Royal and Ancient area, boutique shops, cafés and renowned restaurants are all close by.
Finished to a high standard, the townhouse blends modern comfort with a warm, welcoming feel, sleeping up to 7 guests across four generous bedrooms with two modern bathrooms and a guest WC.
The Space
Offering 184 m² of accommodation spread across multiple levels, the townhouse offers four generous bedrooms with quality linens and storage, plus two modern bathrooms to keep mornings simple for larger groups.
The sleek kitchen is fully equipped with high-end appliances and everything required for cooking at home, along with the everyday essentials for a relaxed stay. You will also find fast WiFi, central heating, a flat-screen TV and laundry facilities.
✓ Beautifully renovated interiors finished to a high standard
✓ Widescreen flat-screen TV
✓ Fast, free WiFi
✓ Dining area
✓ Private entrance
✓ Central heating
The fully equipped kitchen includes:
✓ Induction hob and oven
✓ Refrigerator and freezer
✓ Dishwasher
✓ Microwave
✓ Coffee machine
✓ Toaster and kettle
✓ Dishes, cutlery and kitchen utensils
Additional Facilities
✓ Washing machine and dryer
✓ Iron and ironing board
✓ Hair dryer
Sleeping Arrangements
Bedroom 1
✓ King-size bed
✓ Quality linens and storage
Bedroom 2
✓ King-size bed
✓ Quality linens and storage
Bedroom 3
✓ Single bed
✓ Quality linens and storage
Bedroom 4
✓ King-size bed
✓ Quality linens and storage
Maximum Occupancy: 7 Guests
For larger parties, Playfair House can also be booked together with The Whins Cottage located close by — together, both properties can accommodate up to 12 guests, a great option for larger golf groups.
Bathrooms
Bathroom 1
✓ Bath or shower
✓ WC and wash basin
Bathroom 2
✓ Bath or shower
✓ WC and wash basin
Guest WC
✓ Toilet and wash basin
Property Features
✓ Sleeps up to 7 guests
✓ 4 Bedrooms (King, King, Single, King)
✓ 2 Bathrooms plus Guest WC
✓ Short Walk to the Old Course
✓ 184 m² over Multiple Levels
✓ High-End Kitchen Appliances
✓ Fast, Free WiFi
✓ Washer and Dryer
✓ Central Heating
✓ Can Be Paired with The Whins Cottage for Groups of up to 12
Perfect For
✓ Golf breaks — larger groups can add The Whins Cottage nearby
✓ Family holidays
✓ University visits
✓ Groups of friends
✓ Weekends by the coast
Location
Playfair House sits in the heart of St Andrews, just a short walk from the world-famous Old Course, West Sands Beach and the Royal and Ancient area, with boutique shops, cafés and renowned restaurants all close by (56.341996, -2.800289).
Nearby Attractions
✓ The Old Course — around 1 minute away
✓ West Sands Beach
✓ R&A Clubhouse
✓ St Andrews Town Centre Shops, Cafés and Restaurants
✓ University of St Andrews
✓ British Golf Museum
Nearby Golf Courses
✓ St Andrews Old Course
✓ The New Course
✓ Jubilee Course
✓ Castle Course
✓ Kingsbarns Golf Links
✓ Crail Golfing Society
✓ Dumbarnie Links
✓ Lundin Golf Club
Parking
Parking is available on street close to the property. Spaces are not allocated and can be limited during peak periods.
Parking details are correct at the point of publication. Car park charges, capacity, opening hours and availability are set by third parties and may change without notice, and we cannot be held responsible for inaccurate information.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How many guests can the property accommodate?
A: The townhouse sleeps up to 7 guests across four bedrooms — three kings and one single.
Q: Can we accommodate a larger group?
A: Yes — for larger parties, Playfair House can be booked together with The Whins Cottage located close by, accommodating up to 12 guests across the two properties.
Q: Is parking available?
A: Parking is available on street close to the property. Spaces are not allocated and can be limited during peak periods.
Q: Is the property all on one level?
A: No, the townhouse is spread across multiple levels, with stairs between floors.
Q: How close is the Old Course?
A: The Old Course is about a one-minute walk from the house.
Q: Are children welcome?
A: Yes, children are welcome. Please note that this accommodation does not accept groups of young people (up to 18 years).
Q: Are pets allowed?
A: No, pets are not allowed in the property.
Q: Is smoking allowed?
A: No, smoking is not permitted anywhere in the property. Parties and events are not permitted.
Q: Is it cheaper to book directly with us?
A: Yes. Booking direct is cheaper. Use a discount code from our website, or sign up to our newsletter to receive one.
EPC Rating: C
Licence Number: FI-02247-F
Welcome to a beautifully renovated terraced townhouse in the heart of St Andrews. Just a short walk from the world-famous Old Course, this home is ideal for golf breaks, university visits, family holidays and weekends by the coast — West Sands Beach, the Royal and Ancient area, boutique shops, cafés and renowned restaurants are all close by.
Finished to a high standard, the townhouse blends modern comfort with a warm, welcoming feel, sleeping up to 7 guests across four generous bedrooms with two modern bathrooms and a guest WC.
The Space
Offering 184 m² of accommodation spread across multiple levels, the townhouse offers four generous bedrooms with quality linens and storage, plus two modern bathrooms to keep mornings simple for larger groups.
The sleek kitchen is fully equipped with high-end appliances and everything required for cooking at home, along with the everyday essentials for a relaxed stay. You will also find fast WiFi, central heating, a flat-screen TV and laundry facilities.
✓ Beautifully renovated interiors finished to a high standard
✓ Widescreen flat-screen TV
✓ Fast, free WiFi
✓ Dining area
✓ Private entrance
✓ Central heating
The fully equipped kitchen includes:
✓ Induction hob and oven
✓ Refrigerator and freezer
✓ Dishwasher
✓ Microwave
✓ Coffee machine
✓ Toaster and kettle
✓ Dishes, cutlery and kitchen utensils
Additional Facilities
✓ Washing machine and dryer
✓ Iron and ironing board
✓ Hair dryer
Sleeping Arrangements
Bedroom 1
✓ King-size bed
✓ Quality linens and storage
Bedroom 2
✓ King-size bed
✓ Quality linens and storage
Bedroom 3
✓ Single bed
✓ Quality linens and storage
Bedroom 4
✓ King-size bed
✓ Quality linens and storage
Maximum Occupancy: 7 Guests
For larger parties, Playfair House can also be booked together with The Whins Cottage located close by — together, both properties can accommodate up to 12 guests, a great option for larger golf groups.
Bathrooms
Bathroom 1
✓ Bath or shower
✓ WC and wash basin
Bathroom 2
✓ Bath or shower
✓ WC and wash basin
Guest WC
✓ Toilet and wash basin
Property Features
✓ Sleeps up to 7 guests
✓ 4 Bedrooms (King, King, Single, King)
✓ 2 Bathrooms plus Guest WC
✓ Short Walk to the Old Course
✓ 184 m² over Multiple Levels
✓ High-End Kitchen Appliances
✓ Fast, Free WiFi
✓ Washer and Dryer
✓ Central Heating
✓ Can Be Paired with The Whins Cottage for Groups of up to 12
Perfect For
✓ Golf breaks — larger groups can add The Whins Cottage nearby
✓ Family holidays
✓ University visits
✓ Groups of friends
✓ Weekends by the coast
Location
Playfair House sits in the heart of St Andrews, just a short walk from the world-famous Old Course, West Sands Beach and the Royal and Ancient area, with boutique shops, cafés and renowned restaurants all close by (56.341996, -2.800289).
Nearby Attractions
✓ The Old Course — around 1 minute away
✓ West Sands Beach
✓ R&A Clubhouse
✓ St Andrews Town Centre Shops, Cafés and Restaurants
✓ University of St Andrews
✓ British Golf Museum
Nearby Golf Courses
✓ St Andrews Old Course
✓ The New Course
✓ Jubilee Course
✓ Castle Course
✓ Kingsbarns Golf Links
✓ Crail Golfing Society
✓ Dumbarnie Links
✓ Lundin Golf Club
Parking
Parking is available on street close to the property. Spaces are not allocated and can be limited during peak periods.
Parking details are correct at the point of publication. Car park charges, capacity, opening hours and availability are set by third parties and may change without notice, and we cannot be held responsible for inaccurate information.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How many guests can the property accommodate?
A: The townhouse sleeps up to 7 guests across four bedrooms — three kings and one single.
Q: Can we accommodate a larger group?
A: Yes — for larger parties, Playfair House can be booked together with The Whins Cottage located close by, accommodating up to 12 guests across the two properties.
Q: Is parking available?
A: Parking is available on street close to the property. Spaces are not allocated and can be limited during peak periods.
Q: Is the property all on one level?
A: No, the townhouse is spread across multiple levels, with stairs between floors.
Q: How close is the Old Course?
A: The Old Course is about a one-minute walk from the house.
Q: Are children welcome?
A: Yes, children are welcome. Please note that this accommodation does not accept groups of young people (up to 18 years).
Q: Are pets allowed?
A: No, pets are not allowed in the property.
Q: Is smoking allowed?
A: No, smoking is not permitted anywhere in the property. Parties and events are not permitted.
Q: Is it cheaper to book directly with us?
A: Yes. Booking direct is cheaper. Use a discount code from our website, or sign up to our newsletter to receive one.
EPC Rating: C
Licence Number: FI-02247-F
Distribution of bedrooms
1 King size bed
1 King size bed
1 Single bed
1 King size bed
Bathroom distribution
2 bathrooms and 1 toilet/half bathroom
Special features
Internet
TV
Heating
Kitchen
Independent kitchen (induction)
Refrigerator
Microwave
Oven
Freezer
Dishwasher
Dishes/Cutlery
Kitchen utensils
Coffee machine
Toaster
Kettle
Kitchenware
General
1 TV
Washing machine
Dryer
Iron
Internet
Internet
Wi-Fi
Hair dryer
184 m² Property
Central heating
Bath or shower
Private bathroom
Dining area
Dining room
Essentials
Parties/events not allowed
Non-smoking all spaces
Family
Trash cans
Walking
Wardrobe / closet
Carbon monoxide detector
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Dining room seats
Dining table
Kitchen supplies
Hot water
Hangers
Ironing board
Widescreen tv
Smoke detector
Guest toilet
Mandatory or included services
Bed linen: Included
Bed linen
All bed linen is provided
Coffee Machine: Included
Coffee Machine
Your chosen property has the luxury of a coffee machine. Whilst we supply coffee sachets, the coffee pods can be purchased via your guest area.
Damage Waiver: £ 10.00 / night
Damage Waiver
Damage waiver covers non-malicious damage up to £250
Final Cleaning: £ 168.00 / 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
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.
Bottle of Gustave Lorentz Cremant: £ 20.99 / booking
Bottle of Paul Langier Champagne : £ 29.99 / booking
Bottle of Picpoul de Pinet : £ 15.99 / booking
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.
Celebration Pack with bottle of Champagne : £ 40.00 / booking
Celebration Pack with bottle of Champagne
Short Stay St Andrews are delighted to offer a Celebration Pack with Champagne, which includes a bottle of champagne, olives, lemon wafers, and paprika crisps. Please note that optional extras are non-refundable, and we require at least 48 hours notice to arrange this for your stay.
Celebration Pack with bottle of Cremant : £ 31.00 / booking
Celebration Pack with bottle of Cremant
Short Stay St Andrews are delighted to offer a Celebration Pack with Crémant, which includes a bottle of Crémant, olives, lemon wafers, and paprika crisps. Please note that optional extras are non-refundable, and we require at least 48 hours notice to arrange this for your stay.
Coffee Pods x 4: £ 5.00 / booking
Coffee Pods x 4
Whilst we provide a starter of coffee sachets, the property has the luxury of a coffee machine. We can provide a coffee pack which can be purchased in multiples of 4.
Cot/Crib: Included
Cot/Crib
For guests travelling with young children, we’re happy to provide a travel cot upon request to help make your stay as comfortable and convenient as possible Please note that we require a minimum of 48 hours’ notice to arrange this for your stay.
The travel cot measures H76 x W103 x D73 cm when assembled and please note that we do not provide any bedding, linen, or a mattress with the cot.
(If more than one travel cot is required please reach out to our reservations team directly)
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.
Gin Celebration Pack: £ 31.00 / booking
Gin Celebration Pack
Short Stay St Andrews are delighted to offer a Gin Pack, which includes a 70cl bottle of gin and two bottles of tonic water. Please note that optional extras are non-refundable, and we require at least 48 hours notice to arrange this for your stay.
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.
Welcome Pack : £ 30.00 / booking
Welcome Pack
Short Stay St Andrews are delighted to offer a Welcome Pack, which includes sea salted crisps, olives, oatcakes, extra mature cheddar cheese, chutney, orange marmalade, roasted sweet red pepper meze, and jelly beans, all presented in a keepsake bag.
Wild Scottish Sauna: £ 16.00 / booking
Wild Scottish Sauna
Now in five beautiful locations across the iconic East Coast of Scotland, Wild Scottish Sauna is your go-to destination for unforgettable sauna experiences in the stunning landscapes of Scotland. Wild Scottish Sauna Locations are West Sands St Andrews, Kingsbarns, Shellbay (close to Elie), Eden Springs & Forbes of Kingennie. Please contact us directly for your VIP discount code, costing and details of how to book your Sauna experience. Solo sessions and group sessions available
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
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| 25/08/2026 · 25/08/2026 |
£ 470 |
| 26/08/2026 · 26/08/2026 |
£ 486 |
| 27/08/2026 · 27/08/2026 |
£ 516 |
| 28/08/2026 · 28/08/2026 |
£ 570 |
| 29/08/2026 · 29/08/2026 |
£ 546 |
| 30/08/2026 · 30/08/2026 |
£ 471 |
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Booking conditions
If you book today and cancel before check-in, the cancellation penalty will be 100% of the total price of the rent
Cancellation policies
If you book today and end up cancelling, the following charges will apply
From today 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.