This is the cutest cottage available in Pittenweem. You will find everything you need to enjoy your stay and then some. The beds are really comfortable, the living area has been recently updated with new furniture and carpet and fibre WiFi is on site. The private yard is great for a morning cup of tea or an evening barbecue. Although being a really quiet location you will find the local amenities and harbour a couple of minutes walk away. Local communities of St Andrews, King's Barnes, Crail and St Monans are just down the road. The cottage is available for the week of Christmas from the 20th until the 27th and New Year from the 27th til the 3rd or later.
Property manager
Elaine and Peter
Premier Host
Languages
English, Spanish
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Flexible check-in available (contact host in advance of arrival)
Flexible check-out available (contact host to arrange)
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed
Your pets are welcomed.
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Please smoke in the garden.
Enjoy
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number FI 00730 P
We should mention
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Anstruther
Located in Anstruther, this cottage is by the sea. Craigtoun Country Park and Billow Ness Beach reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include La Petite Epicerie and Scottish Fisheries Museum. Cambo Estate Gardens and British Golf Museum are also worth visiting. Fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and mountain biking nearby.
St Monans Heritage Collection - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
Kellie Castle - 8 min drive - 5.5 km
Elie Beach - 10 min drive - 6.9 km
University of St. Andrews - 14 min drive - 17.1 km
Getting around
Cupar Station - 21 min drive
Dundee (DND) - 57 min drive
Restaurants
The Ship Inn - 6 min drive
Anstruther Fish Bar - 3 min drive
The Cellar - 4 min drive
The West End Bar & Gantry - 1 min walk
The Waterfront - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Conservation area cottage pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
Where is Conservation area cottage located?
Situated by the sea, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Billow Ness Beach and Anstruther Golf Club. La Petite Epicerie and Scottish Fisheries Museum are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
I was trying to think of something to write on how I felt about my stay. On entering this lovely cottage, it felt like, one big cosy, warm, comfortable, safe and secure hug. I needed to get away for a short break, I didn't know at the time when I booked this last minute, it turned out to be just what I needed and so much more. Elaine, the host was absolutely lovely, her enthusiasm, love of the cottage and very friendly village was totally contagious and understandable. I was really sad and really didn't want to leave but I am planning to return.
for a break
Clean comfortable and well equipped cottage in a great location, only a few minutes walk from the High Street and the harbour. Lovely coast path walks in both directions. Perfect for a relaxing break
Lovely cottage with everything you need for a relaxing, chilled break. Communication with the owner was brilliant. Beautiful walks on the doorstep and so many great eating places in and around Pittenweem.
An enjoyable stay despite terrible weather. The village is lovely. The cottage was comfortably furnished and the kitchen well equipped. The bedrooms were on the small side but overall a nice place to spend a few days.
The host was very friendly and helpful.
I found Vrbo systems unnecessarily complex and felt the organisation was only interested in selling more holidays and not in providing a good service to the customer. When I did manage to get through to an actual person he was very polite and helpful despite having to go through a great rigmarole before even asking what he could do to help.
Cosy, clean, comfortable cottage in a conservation village. Everything we needed was available at this accomodation. Dog loved the enclosed garden. Neighbours very friendly and helpful without being intrusive. Local attractions close by. Communication with Peter was excellent. Thanks Peter. Hope to return one day.
Had an absolutely fabulous stay at this cottage lots of home comforts lovely garden such a sun trap and a great base for exploring the East Neuk of Fife. Description of cottage and facilities was spot on as advertised with so much more provided cannot fault this property we will book again for 👌
Lovely cottage . We just love East Neuk area always enjoy our stays .
A bonus this time was the garden area . We certainly made use of it especially as we had beautiful weather . Neighbours are very friendly too .
Cosy wee cottage close to the main road running through Pitenweem on the road to Anstruther. Good access to harbour just 4 or 5 streets away downhill. Lovely pop in antiques/junk emporium on the next road, right next to a gallery, fresh fishmonger at the end of the street. Narrow lane outside the house with no parking restrictions with two steep steps from the pavement up to the garden from the street and then into the cottage. For a small cottage it seemed to have anything you could possibly need, with sheltered outdoor seating area & BBQ. Compact bedrooms but not really lacking anything at all, spacious sitting room for 4. Personally found the bed a little small for 2of us, as both of them are up against walls and on one side so difficult to get out of for a nighttime pee without waking up the other half! Otherwise perfect, we’ll be back.
Stayed in Conservation cottage for a long weekend with my friend and my dog.
Cottage was a great find. Very clean and very comfortable. It has everything you need to ge able to relax. Lovely garden area where you vou could sit out if the weather allowed.Very close to the harbour area where there were a few shops and restaurants. Lots of different walks nearby and easy access to other areas of the East Coast. The area is very dog friendly and people are friendly too.
Communication with the host is excellent.
Would love to return for another stay soon.
Really nice cosy cottage in a great location, very well equipped and supplied. Very friendly owner. We had a great stay, and look forward to returning in the future.
Lovely cosy cottage, nice and warm and very comfortable, our labrador loved it and the coastal surrounding walks, very friendly neighbours and people in area, fantastic Chinese along road and the wee chippy in Anstruther was so fresh and top class. Peter our host was very helpful and friendly.
A lovely well appointed cottage. The cottage had everything we needed and was very handy for the town centre where the locals were very welcoming. Pittenweem was a great base for visiting the other towns in this special part of Scotland. Peter the owner had given us recommendations for local restaurants and both the Dreel and Larachmohrwere excellent and great value. A real bonus was that nearly all the coffee shops and restaurants were dog friendly and being able to take them in with us
A cosy, welcoming place to stay, lovely to be met by warmth when we entered late on a cold day. Impressed with how the property was equipped with thoughtful additional items. Very comfortable beds.
We were confused by the Question "Communication with Property Manager". We had no communications when at the property, hence a 1 is shown. Does this refer to the booking process? The key safe didn't open as readily as others we have used and the key didn't work as readily in the lock as I would expect; perhaps weather conditions were a factor.
Booking process extremely easy. Cottage as described in good location and proximity to other places in the East Neuk. Would definitely recommend and return.
Joyce G.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022
8/10 Good
Linda C.
8 Dec 2021
Liked: Communication, location
Pittenweem
Very comfortable and charming cottage in great position
We had a lovely time the cottage had everything we needed Peter called to make sure everything was alright . Very comfortable beds and sofa . I fell at the beach on my first day so was in the cottage more than we planned to be . We took a walk round the harbour it was lovely .
Christine M.
About the host
Hosted by Elaine and Peter
We just started renting in the summer of 2016 with great response. We already have people threatening to return! Our rates reflect the fact that we would like our guests to come and enjoy the area as we do.
Why they chose this property
The cottage belonged to Elaine's father and we enjoy it and maintain it in his honour. It is uniquely located in the conservation area of Pittenweem being very quiet yet close to the local amenities.
What makes this property unique
The interior of the cottage is ample in size and the private yard is maintained for your enjoyment.
Languages:
English, Spanish
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests