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Smuggler's Well: Cosy retreat in traditional fishing village.

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Terrace/patio
TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Interior
1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, iron/ironing board, WiFi
Beach nearby

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Cellardyke, SCT
  • Billow Ness Beach
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • St Monans Heritage Collection
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • University of St. Andrews
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Dundee (DND)
    ‪57 min drive‬

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About the area

Anstruther

Seaside stay .You'll find Scottish Fisheries Museum and La Petite Epicerie within a 15-minute walk of this Anstruther apartment. Billow Ness Beach and Anstruther Golf Club are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Billow Ness Beach - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Anstruther Golf Club - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • St Monans Heritage Collection - 8 min drive - 6.0 km
  • University of St. Andrews - 14 min drive - 15.7 km
  • Old Course at St Andrews - 15 min drive - 16.7 km

Getting around

  • Leuchars Station - 24 min drive
  • Dundee (DND) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Ship Inn - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Anstruther Fish Bar - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Cellar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The West End Bar & Gantry - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Waterfront - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Smuggler's Well: Cosy retreat in traditional fishing village.

Just metres from the ocean, Smuggler's Well is a characterful retreat in the picturesque village of Cellardyke in the East Neuk of Fife. Sleeps 2-3 (or 2+baby) in one bedroom with king size bed and a sofa bed.
The modern kitchen area is well equipped for all cooking needs including a Bosch tassimo coffee maker. The sitting area includes freeview TV and bluray DVD player with a selection of movies, games and books, and there is free wifi throughout the property.
Egyptian cotton linen, towels and robes are provided. The outside sitting area includes a lower courtyard featuring the original well for the property, which dates back to 1800. Steps lead up to a sunny upper courtyard with a table and chairs, barbecue and chiminea.
Smugglers Well can be rented along with the upper apartment, Smugglers Neuk, when available, making it ideal for couples travelling together who want their own space.

Property manager

Kirsten McKenzie

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free internet

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathrobes
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near the bay
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit

General

  • Garden

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: 1 well behaved pet.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number FI 01683 P

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Smuggler's Well Cosy Retreat Traditional Fishing Village
Smuggler's Well Cosy Retreat in Traditional Fishing Village
Smuggler's Well Cosy Retreat in Traditional Fishing Village
Smuggler's Well Cosy Retreat in Traditional Fishing Village
Smuggler's Well Cosy retreat in traditional fishing village.

Smuggler's Well: Cosy retreat in traditional fishing village. Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 62 out of 71 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 71 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 71 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 71 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 71 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mags C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent Property

Lovely little cottage it was home from home. Steps in garden were steep however we knew this before we went. Great location. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

L

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gail M., Armadale West Lothian Scotland

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely cosy accommodation

The size of the property is perfect for a couple or single person It is tastefully decorated and had everything you could need Garden is a 3 tiered terrace that is a bit of a sun trap Not for people with limited mobility as there are a lot if steps up into it . Parking is limited due to the age of the old streets but I always found a space after driving round a couple of times .
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lesley K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely wee cottage in a great location

The cottage was small but perfectly well appointed with everything you could need, except perhaps somewhere to put toiletries etc (a small dressing table perhaps?). The living room and bedroom were both very comfortable and the shower excellent. We felt the finish throughout was good and we would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fiona R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fab wee cottage

This was an ideal little cottage, we knew the location was perfect as we have been to cellardyke before. Would defo recommend and would use this accommodation again...perfect! Only downside I hurt my back when we were away. Fiona
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful!

The property was modern yet cozy and provided everything needed for a home from home stay. It was decorated and equipped to a high standard. Good communication from Kirsten when enquiring about the dogs. Will definitely be back 😃
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fiona

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property in a nice location. Lovely and helpful host. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynda K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect!

I traveled to Anstruther/Cellardyke to read, write, knit, drink tea, and swim. I did all of those and more. The cottage was perfectly appointed and perfectly located for me. Couldn't have asked for a better stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay

Great stay in the east of Scotland
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leslie M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy Cottage

Smugglers Well was as described - a cozy little cottage. Location was easy walk to restaurants, the harbor and just a 7-minute walk to the bus station. I thought parking would be a challenge, but there was plenty of open spaces at the car park just 1-2 mins past the cottage. I notified Kirsten by email when I arrived as i couldn’t figure out how to open the bathroom sink stopper. While it was user error, her husband came over first thing the next morning and squared it all out. Check-in was seamless. My only recommendation is to consider a booklet for instructions for the guest. I’m well travelled through Europe and know to turn on power switches in order for the stove, etc to be powered on, but others may not be aware.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynne W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful retreat

Excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn P.

Liked: Cleanliness

A few days in Fife

Smugglers Well had everything that we needed for a few days away. Comfortable and very clean. Great location.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jean P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend in Scotland for a wedding

Excellent property, very peaceful, comfortable and well equipped. It was on the Fife coast path so excellent walking from the door. An excellent base to explore both the coastline and St. Andrews
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Allan D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Well equipped property in a great location

We loved everything about the cottage.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Valerie M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cottage in Cellardyke

Lovely little cottage to stay .loved our time there. Would definitely return. Everything you needed and more.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon H.

A wee treasure of a place

Nice wee place,ideal location with a chinese take away a few yards up,nice cosy cottage with all we needed
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Roland F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cosy cottage.

Lovely, cosy cottage ideal for the two of us. Only problem was the connection into the back of the TV was loose and needed ‘tweaking’ in a few occasions. Good location and parking not a problem. Otherwise, highly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amanda M., Airdrie , North Lanarkshire

Liked: Cleanliness

Week in Anstruther

Cozy wee retreat , excellent location , so peaceful and quiet, everything you need. Parking fine. Excellent communication with Kirsten. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Smugglers Well

Lovely well equipped cottage in peaceful, quaint fishing village. Luxury bedding, towels and robes, coffee machine and garden seating with chimnea and a BBQ are nice touches which made our holiday extra special.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

David M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful cottage

Cottage was spotlessly clean and comfortable...bedlinen was top class and so comfortable. Kristen the host had left us a lovely little assortment of lovely jams and marmalade...scrumptious .Thank you! Wouldn't hesitate to return again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Smuggler’s Well was a perfect place to stay! It was clean and well-appointed.

Access was easily to this clean, well-maintained property. It is a three block walk to the award winning bakery of G.H. Barnett & Sons (and week worth it)!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Judith H., Crook CoDurham

Liked: Cleanliness

Cosy Cottage in Historic Fishing Town

A lovely cosy cottage for the two of us and our dog. Living area deceptively spacious. Plenty to do on the 'door step'. Cellerdyke had lots of atmosphere - narrow streets and hidden gateways, not some where to hurry around or have a large car! Once we had our parking space we left the car and walked - by far the best way to see the locality.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kate Sutherland s.

Liked: Cleanliness

Spring break

Very cozy and comfortable apartment- small but perfectly formed and equipped. Ideal for our short break away in this lovely area.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

avril o.

Liked: Cleanliness

Exactly as advertised. Good Covid precautions

Nice and bijou! Quality linen and furniture and fittings House could be enhanced by external lighting and a rail to the stairs leading to back door. Poor internet connectivity and that could be advised in advance
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Susan C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Comfortable & Clean

Lovely, comfortable cottage ideally situated for restaurants, bars and even Chinese takeaway. Close to bus route for St Andrews and Leven and all stops inbetween. We enjoyed our stay and house was well epuiped for our needs. We stayed a week and the only request we had was for some fresh towels which Kirsten responded to quickly, no problem. Thanks for a lovely stay Kirsten, hopefully we will stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021