Seaside stay .At this Anstruther cottage, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of St Monans Heritage Collection and 3 miles (5 km) of Wood Haven. Billow Ness Beach and Anstruther Golf Club are also within 3 miles (5 km).
St Monans Heritage Collection - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Elie Beach - 5 min drive - 5.1 km
Kellie Castle - 8 min drive - 7.2 km
University of St. Andrews - 19 min drive - 23.3 km
Old Course at St Andrews - 21 min drive - 25.5 km
Getting around
Springfield Station - 21 min drive
Dundee (DND) - 59 min drive
Restaurants
Anstruther Fish Bar - 7 min drive
The Wee Chippy - 6 min drive
Dreel Tavern - 6 min drive
Ship Tavern - 7 min drive
The Larachmhor - 5 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Stylish fisherman's cottage in heart of pretty harbour village, pet-friendly.
The East Neuk of Fife stretches from St Andrews down a coastline peppered with small villages, full of character, which face across The Firth of Forth to East Lothian on the opposite side. A jumble of quaint colourful houses lead down narrow winding streets to line the harbours and rocky shores and their distinctive crow-stepped gables, fore stairs and red pantiles preserve the impression of their time as fishing villages that were totally dedicated to the sea. St Monans itself became one of Scotland's busiest fishing ports for many years but, from the mid 1800's the fleet dwindled and the village had to rely less on fishing and more on its heritage, capitalising on its preserved architecture and waterfront (that is still very much a working harbour today). The Neuk has an open plan living/dining/kitchen on the ground floor. Stairs lead to the shower-room and bedroom. The top floor provides the 2nd bedroom. The cottage is set back from the road providing an outdoor space for sitting.
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
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
Unit size: 1,076 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 28
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Check-out instructions
The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Pets
Pets are welcome
Only dogs are allowed
Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
Service animals are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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 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 fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.
Property Registration Number FI-00726-F
Stylish fisherman's cottage in heart of pretty harbour village, pet-friendly. Reviews
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 59 out of 72 reviews
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Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 72 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 72 reviews
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
8/10 Good
Maggie G.
Jun 2, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Overall impression
The cottage was very clean and everything worked however that attic is not suitable for adults. There were not electric sockets there as well as the absence of a mirror - very important for ladies. I think lick up details could also be clarified .
Maggie G.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
8/10 Good
Maureen K.
May 28, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent location
Lovely clean property in the centre of St Monans.We were lucky to experience sunny, dry weather and a garden space would have been ideal.To dsscribe the property as having a patio/ outdoor space is a wee bit misleading as it is a bench seat looking out onto the road, in full view of passers by.
Maureen K.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Ryan S.
May 26, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Scottish Coastal Golf Trip
A great place to stay - tidy, well-appointed and charming. While St. Monan's is a touch quiet the location worked perfectly for our trip. The Giddy Gannet across the street was a perfect start to our days.
Ryan S.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
8/10 Good
Alison S.
May 5, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
St. Monan's
A lovely little cottage in a quiet St.Monan's. The cottage has everything you need, it is very clean and is in the perfect location for accessing all of the beautiful villages surrounding St.Monan's. It has great access into St.Andrew's as well. Being 7 months pregnant I wasn't able to enjoy the Coastal path in the way we wanted to, so ended up driving from village-to-village (which was still absolutely beautiful and the food on offer at each place is fantastic). However, when baby is here we are planning on returning so we can do it all again on foot. We would really recommend this stay though, and look forward to returning. Out little dog, Alfie, had a great holiday - the beaches are fantastic! Steven was a great communicator/host and the cottage was exactly as described :)
Alison S.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Louise R.
Nov 4, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
St Monans
Great weekend break, nice simple clean accommodation. Could do with an outdoor light as very difficult to open door in the dark.
Overall comfortable & pleasant stay.
Louise R.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Duncan B.
Oct 28, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful
Beautiful small cottage just yards from the harbour. Very comfortable, well equippped and beautifully decorated.
Duncan B.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Paula H.
Oct 14, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely house
Had very pleasant stay, house was quirky & homely, comfortable & cosy.
Nice quiet area with plenty to do in surrounding areas.
Would recommend highly.
Paula H.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sue P.
Sep 29, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
A great place
A lovely cottage in a beautiful location.
Sue P.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Gail N.
Sep 13, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect break, ideal location
Perfectly placed to enjoy all Sr. Monans has to offer, especially the nearby tidal pool and Giddy Gannet opposite. Sun shone every day, a real surprise for September 😍🙏
Gail N.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Duncan R., Ashington England
Sep 12, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Quaint fishermans cottage.
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this property, in particular walks along the coastal path, that were not too challenging. The accomodation was clean tidy and compact. The beds were comfortable and bedlinen, towels etc clean and of a good quality.
Duncan R.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jonty F.
Aug 20, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Family catch up
A great place if you wish to walk along the costal areas, a great home as described, would book if this is what your after and good location for all areas
Jonty F.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
8/10 Good
Jane M.
Jun 29, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great away
The cottage was in a lovely spot. Cottage was fully equipped for your break ,lovely and clean
Jane M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Craig C., Glasgow
Nov 12, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
St Monans break.
Most enjoyable stay in a very quaint seaside village. Well placed for coastal walks and everything this part of Fife has to offer.
Craig C.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Professor MOIRA L.
Aug 30, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely St Monans and excellent cottage
Great few days well equipped holiday house… clean and instructions all clear and helpful
Would recommend it.
Professor MOIRA L.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Denise T.
May 19, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Happy days in St. Monans
Lovely stay at this cottage in S. Monans. Beautiful harbour and scenery. Walks right around St. Monans worth it..and saw quite a few hidden viewpoint gems.
Denise T.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
8/10 Good
Isabella B.
Apr 11, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing
It was lovely only thing that was not so great was there was not a local pub !
Isabella B.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Richard W.
Mar 31, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay.
Had a great time in a small fishing village. Great for walking, we had a dog.
Only downside was Vrbo giving incorrect arrival information, which caused me to leave at 3am when i could have left home at a more respectable time.
Richard W.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023
8/10 Good
George A.
Sep 25, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Sunshine in St Monans
Great stay in cosy comfortable cottage
George A.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Karen D.
Sep 12, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful location
Was amazing to revisit my childhood holiday village. Loved every minute of our stay.
Karen D.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Tara B.
Apr 9, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely house in beautiful setting would recommend
Really super rental, thank you for having us
Tara B.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
10/10 Excellent
Stephen O.
Mar 25, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Four days in Fife
Great location, great weather and friendly people
Stephen O.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022
10/10 Excellent
David M.
Nov 15, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Loved it!
Comfortable, great location, good facilities, friendly town.
David M.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021
10/10 Excellent
Daniel M.
Oct 11, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
October break
Everything from the start of our stay right through to our departure was very good.
Everything was as described in our electronic welcome pack.
No negative comments at all.
Would certainly recommend this property to everyone.
Daniel M.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021
10/10 Excellent
Gail S.
Aug 28, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice little cottage, lovely location
The pictures do make it look a bit bigger than it is and I was expecting a small garden, I must have misread, could do with a cottage manual on arrival.
Gail S.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
8/10 Good
Su P., Aberdeen
May 25, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing break
Delightful cottage with everything you need for a chilled break on the coast.
Steven was very helpful with questions. Location is quaint and great to reach other coastal towns. Lovely restaurants in Anstruthers and the doorstep.
Just take good walking shoes and a jacket so the weather doesn’t stop you drinking up the area