You can look forward to a garden, an arcade/games room and laundry facilities at A beautiful renovated modern but homely cottage by St Andrews.. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
4 bedrooms2 bathrooms
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free Wi-Fi
Outdoor space
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About this property
A beautiful renovated modern but homely cottage by St Andrews.
Braid Cottage was originally created from old farm buildings in the early 1980's. Sitting in a peaceful courtyard setting it has been renovated offering modern and up to date facilities including underfloor heating and wifi while retaining a homely and cosy environment. Only a few miles from the picturesque town of St Andrews it is surrounded by arable farmland, there is also access from St Andrews to coastal walking and beautiful beaches and of course golf. The property offers off road parking (not suitable for commercial work vans or lorries) open gardens and the closest village shop is only 0.5 miles away. On ground level Braid Cottage has an open plan kitchen and dining room with Fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, coffee machine etc. The dining room seats 8. A spacious sitting room with an open fire and television, a master bedroom with shower en suite. Upstairs a further 3 double bedrooms with zip and link beds, all beds can be made into double or twin beds. and a family bathroom with over bath shower. At the front of the cottage there is an area to sit and enjoy the pretty courtyard, there is also access to all the garden areas. Where possible I will be on site to greet guests on arrival and there is an information book detailing the operation of all the household appliances, information on local amenities and tourist information booklets.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Car recommended
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Entertainment
DVD player
Games
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming dogs only
Up to 9 kg per pet
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a rural location
In a village
Near a hospital
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Birdwatching nearby
Casino nearby
Cycling nearby
Golfing nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Swimming 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
We do not have parking facilities for large vehicles i.e large vans, lorries or motor homes
Strictly no parties or events.
The cottage is non smoking.
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 9 kg per pet)
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
On-site 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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
We should mention
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Located in St. Andrews, this holiday home is in a rural area. Old Course at St Andrews and Eden Mill St Andrews are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Cairnie Fruit Farm & Mega Maze and British Golf Museum. Travelling with kids? Consider St. Andrews Aquarium, or check out an event or a game at Tannadice Park. Swimming offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and horse riding nearby. Visit our St. Andrews travel guide
Is A beautiful renovated modern but homely cottage by St Andrews. pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.
How much is parking at A beautiful renovated modern but homely cottage by St Andrews.?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at A beautiful renovated modern but homely cottage by St Andrews.?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at A beautiful renovated modern but homely cottage by St Andrews.?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is A beautiful renovated modern but homely cottage by St Andrews. located?
This family-friendly St. Andrews holiday home is located in a rural location, 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from Eden Mill St Andrews, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Cairnie Fruit Farm & Mega Maze and British Golf Museum. St. Andrews Aquarium and University of St. Andrews are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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A beautiful renovated modern but homely cottage by St Andrews. Reviews
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Very modern and updated inside while retaining all the charm outside in a beautiful, quiet and peaceful courtyard. Our host was amazing and replied to our inquiries promptly. Plenty of space for a family or friends and close to St. Andrews and activities in Fife area. I highly recommend! You won’t be disappointed.
The kitchen was beautifully equipped for cooking. Great quality pans and settings for 8. Having the log fire was great fun and made for some lovely homey and intimate evenings. Our dog had a great time too. Hilary was very friendly and helpful. Would definitely rent again.
Braid cottage was in a great location for visiting St Andrews & is only a 5 minute drive to Leuchers train station. The cottage is clean & very well equipped and has everything you need. Hilary the host answered all messages within good time and was very helpful. The welcome pack was a nice touch with homemade bread & jam made by Hilary herself. Would highly recommend Braid Cottage. A big thank you to Hilary for making us all feel very welcome.
Hilary is very helpful and easy to communicate with, the cottage is lovely and very quiet and about 10 minutes drive from St Andrews. We appreciated the treats left for our arrival including dog treats!
From beginning to end a perfect holiday, the house has everything you could need, Hilary is a wonderful host, the welcome treats were a lovely kind surprise and communication was easy and friendly. We hope to come back again and would not hesitate to recommend.
We had a brilliant stay in Braid Cottage, the property was lovely, clean and very well equipped. Hilary was an excellent host, we could not have asked for better. We definitely hope to return in the future!
Everything about our stay - from the peaceful location just outside of town, to the meticulously organized and expertly equipped cottage, was perfection.And Hilary, the incredible host, even had local eggs, homemade strawberry jam, bread and cookies waiting for us when we arrived. And wine. Brilliant!Hilary, her hospitality, and her exquisite home, were simply exemplary. Whenever we return, we will stay here. A true home away from home.
We had a great weekend The cottage lovely and very clean . We loved the log fire so cosy in the stormy weather.Ideal place for us to celebrate my husbands birthdayGreat location for the men to nip into St Andrews to golf, and us to have a wee look round the shops.Would love to go back in the summer.Hilary was very helpful and accommodating .Hilary was very helpful
I cannot say enough good things about our stay, 4 couples on a visit to Scotland, golfing and sight seeing. It is real close to St Andrews, there is a farm store and restaurant just down the street, train station close for trips to Edinburgh or north. Hilary was great and took care of us. Fresh Bread, homemade jam, bottle of wine, eggs and coffee awaited us on arrival. We all had a great time, Thank you Hilary we all would definitely stay here again
Just heading home from a long weekend at this beautiful cottage. We were visiting family nearby and wanted to have our own space and mini holiday. We couldn’t have asked for anything more, lots of lovely personal touches and very much a home from home. Incredibly comfortable. We will be back! Thank you Hilary!!
Driving up we knew Dron Court would be a special place, and stepping into Braid Cottage we felt immediately at home. Hilary was a phenomenal host and made sure we had everything we needed, while giving us all the privacy we wanted as well. The beds were extremely comfortable and we had lots of room to spread out. It’s very convenient to St. Andrew’s and to nearby areas as well. If I could rate this higher I would.
One word… AMAZING! Braid Cottage is the perfect place to experience The Kingdom of Fife. It is a country location and feel on the main rode between Cuper and St. Andrews. It has all the amenities you need, including a lovely Nespresso coffee maker for us Yanks. Hilary is a lovely person, very responsive and attentive to every question and need. The cottage space is generous and decorated so cozy, you feel at home each time you return. 💜💜💜
Wonderful stay in st Andrews at the most charming cottage
House is even better than the pictures. So charming and spacious. Four big bedrooms, one with en suite bathroom.
You are 10 minutes from st Andrews old town and 10 mins from Cupar for grocery stores.
Note That checkout time is 10am (Hillary graciously extended till 11) but there is a lot to do for checkout, including stripping beds and taking out trash so give yourself time in case you have to be somewhere.
Hillary is a wonderful communicator and a gracious and generous host.
Kitchen has all you need to cook and relax. Will be back!
Hilary offered us early check-in the morning we arrived which was great, she met us gave us the low down how everything worked etc Accommodation was great and suited our needs perfectly being up in Scotland golfing. Easy access to good restaurants and amenities Would highly recommend Braid Cottage
Hillary, the host, was super! You can not ask more from a host. We liked the house, the beds are very confortable, the house was very clean and we enjoyed our holidays a lot.
Everything as described, lovely homely touches. Excellent property and extremely helpful host. Would love to return, highly recommended.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
judy
21 Jun 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
the host Hilary is a nice lady,she prepared the house in a good and warmly place.
also she prepared with homemade bread, jams and many cooking utensils that gave us feeling like home away from home.
thanks so much 🙏 💓
Your host Hilary is awesome, she welcomes you upon arrival, gives you a tour of the home and tells you everything you need to know about the area. She leaves you a welcome basket with eggs, milk, homemade bread, treats and wine. The cottage itself was impeccably decorated and very cozy at the same time. The property is a short drive to St. Andrews one way and Cupar the other way, which has a train station with a 1 hour ride into Edinburgh, so you get the both the small village stay and big city entertainment you want. We would definitely stay again.
My husband, 3 friends, and I stayed for three nights in this beautiful cottage and it was truly a dream! Hilary, our host, was so communicative and kind, granting us an early check-in and late check-out, a warm welcome topped with homemade (by her!) jam, bread, shortbread, and tablet, and a bottle of wine and eggs from her farm. The cottage was perfectly clean, full of everything we could need, and was an easy 12 minute drive into downtown St Andrew’s. Hilary checked in on us midway to make sure we had everything we needed, too. Thank you so much Hilary!! Would definitely stay again and recommend to all travelers.
We needed a spot to accommodate six adults and one kiddo for graduation at St Andrews. Braid Cottage was lovely!
The cottage is decorated beautifully and every little thing you could want has been thought of and provided. Hilary is an exemplary host and I can guarantee you will want to move in!
There's a lot of flexibility with the bedrooms (can be double beds or two singles) and there is plenty of room for everyone to spread out.
The cottage is about a 10-15 minute drive outside of the heart of StA. n This was not an issue for us, but consider what your plans are and know that parking in StA can be a challenge. We really liked getting away from things into the peace and quiet.
All in all, an absolutely fabulous stay. We're already dreaming about/planning our next visit!