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Luxury Cottage in the heart of St Andrews.

Holiday home with kitchen, 5-minute walk to University of St. Andrews

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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  • Place, University of St. Andrews
  • Place, Old Course at St Andrews
  • Place, St. Andrews Links
  • Airport, Dundee (DND)

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Luxury Cottage in the heart of St Andrews.

Welcome to No. 8 Southfield. No.8 is an extremely comfortable stone-built cottage dating from the 1890s located in a peaceful private development within 5 minutes walk of St Andrews town centre and 15 minutes walk from the Old Course. Fully modernised, furnished and equipped to a premium standard, the house comprises 2 bedrooms, lounge, dining room, kitchen and back garden. The dining room serves as a 3rd bedroom with 2 single beds. No. 8 is a perfect location for families or groups visiting St Andrews for any reason.

About No.8

No. 8 is furnished and equipped to a luxury standard with everything you could need for an exceptional, relaxing stay as you explore St. Andrews and the beautiful surrounding areas. The patio style back garden includes table and chairs and a small BBQ allowing outside eating. WiFi, TV, music system, washing machine. tumble dryer, dishwasher, microwave, nespresso machine and filter coffee set are all included. The property also comes with a private car parking space allowing hassle free access to the heart of St. Andrews.

No. 8 was new to the short term rental market in late 2019. I look forward to welcoming you to the cosy cottage, if you have any questions please just ask.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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 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 first aid kit

About the area

St. Andrews

St. Andrews is home to this holiday home. British Golf Museum and St. Andrews Preservation Trust Museum and Garden are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include St. Andrews Aquarium and Cambo Estate Gardens. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Tannadice Park or Dens Park.
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What's nearby

  • University of St. Andrews - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • St. Andrew's Cathedral - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Old Course at St Andrews - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Royal & Ancient Golf Club of St. Andrews - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • St. Andrews Links - 4 min drive - 2.0 km

Getting around

  • Leuchars Station - 12 min drive
  • Dundee (DND) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Tailend Fish Bar - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Criterion - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪BrewDog St Andrews - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Rule - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Whey Pat Tavern - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Luxury Cottage in the heart of St Andrews. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Luxury Cottage in the heart of St Andrews.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxury Cottage in the heart of St Andrews.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Luxury Cottage in the heart of St Andrews. located?

Situated in St. Andrews, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of University of St. Andrews and Old Course at St Andrews. St Andrews Wine Company and Hamish McHamish Statue are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 66 out of 68 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 68 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 68 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 68 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 68 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kirt R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay and short walk to everything in St Andrews
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marty G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Splendid on Southfield

Kath and Ross were wonderful hosts. Communication was exceptional. Place is exactly as advertised. Location is just a 5 minute walk to all St Andrews has to offer; shopping, restaurants, harbor, Abbey etc. gas station less than a quarter mile away. Food stores Aldi and Morrisons about a mile away. Just a splendid location. Highly recommend and will stay here again when we return!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
All went splendid, house was nice, location great for town and golf
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful kitchen and laundry setup for one night or many weeks! Can’t go wrong with this place! Within walking distance to everything, parking space provided, tucked away in a private neighborhood. Honestly this will be one of my go to locations when staying in St Andrews moving forward.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for any trip
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was fantastic, very clean and homely and in a perfect location! Kath was a wonderful host, very communicative and helpful. I would highly recommend this to anyone visiting St Andrew's!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was extremely clean and had all the amenities you would need. Great, quiet location close to town.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous house within easy walking to main areas. Parking space and lovely wee garden. Perfect homely and very comfortable. Will be booking again
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming and beautiful home, perfect for our family of 5 adults. Excellent, walkable location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a fantastic stay at this property! We were two couples traveling together on a bucket list golf trip for our husbands, and this place was absolutely perfect.The unit was clean, spacious, and very comfortable—plenty of room for four adults to relax without ever feeling cramped. One of the biggest perks was having two full bathrooms, which was truly priceless for a group. It made getting ready in the mornings and winding down at night so much easier and more enjoyable for everyone.The kitchen was well-stocked with all the essential appliances, and the in-unit washer and dryer were a huge plus. After over a week of traveling before arriving in St. Andrews, being able to do laundry made a big difference and allowed us to pack lighter.The location was ideal—just a pleasant 15-minute walk into town, where we found grocery stores, great restaurants, and plenty to explore.Our hosts, Kath and Ross, were wonderful. They welcomed us with a thoughtful gift of wine and delicious shortbread cookies, which made us feel right at home. They also responded quickly to a minor issue with the freezer—great communication and care throughout our stay.We highly recommend this property to anyone visiting St. Andrews. It truly enhanced our trip, and we’re already talking about coming back for our next visit!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

frank

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic property! Kath was great and answered all our questions quickly. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Visit to St. Andrews

Cozy and well appointed townhouse just minutes away from town and the beaches. Great spot.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Laurel G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location college kids a bit loud around us but overall great place!

Here to golf and enjoy St Andrew’s. Great location easy access to shopping and groceries!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Golfing Holiday

The cottage and location were exactly as described and well placed for all of the activities around St Andrews. The cottage itself was very clean, well equipped and exceptional comfortable.Most importantly Kath and Ross our hosts could not have been more helpful, we had to make a small change to our booking which was dealt efficiently and without any fuss. I would not hesitate to recommend this cottage and the hosts to individuals or family's visiting the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fraser F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend in St Andrew’s

We had a great weekend in St Andrews. The house was in great condition and in an absolutely perfect location. All mod cons were included and the private parking space was a great bonus. Communication with the owners before and after was spot on too.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

John K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Thanksgiving weekend stay

Kath was proactive with suggestions for our visit and very responsive to questions. Check in was without issue and apartment afforded plenty of room for our family of 4. We were comfortably warm for some chilly nights and had plenty of natural lite during the day. Location was a simple and tranquil walk to St Andrews. We enjoyed the time thoroughly.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

young k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

St Andrews Golf trip

Great place and location. Highly recommend.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Home from home in a great location

We stayed here for a weekend whilst watching a golf tournament on the Old Course. The location, quiet but within an easy 10 minute walk of the centre of St Andrews and 15 minutes from the Old Course, was perfect for us. The car didn’t move from arrival to departure. The cottage is warm and cosy, well presented and equipped. The host communicated brilliantly throughout. We will definitely visit again. Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

PERFECT LOCATION WITH ALL THE AMENITIES~

We stayed for 3 nights in September 2024. Home was spacious and comfortable. Host provided lots of info on the home and the town. We would stay here again and would gladly recommend to others travelling in the area. One note, there was a few scented products in the home, this was an issue for one of our party with allergies.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This was the perfect property for our visit to St.Andrews! Everything was close and convenient - truly a walkable location. Our hosts, Ross and Kath, were so amazing and extremely helpful when the golfers in our group needed a ride and no cabs were available. Beautiful condo, fully stocked with everything we needed, large and very comfortable! Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

ken G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful location

Very nice home conveniently located within walking distance of everything we wanted to see and do. Nicely appointed kitchen. Overall a great way to experience St. Andrews.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Neil R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

St Andrews Trip

We had a great trip. The cottage is perfect, in great condition and just a 5 minute walk from the centre of At Andrews. Ross was the perfect host. Easy communication and check in and out. Highly recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming stay in St. Andrews

We enjoyed our stay in St. Andrews. The apartment was clean and comfortable. The owner was very responsive and helpful. We especially appreciated the location. We walked to castle, the cathedral, the old course, the harbor, and more. Shopping and dining were also close by. It made for a great vacation.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Agnes M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stayed for 3 nights to attend family wedding

Really good communication with host. House was nice, complimentary wine and biscuits on arrival. We had everything we would need, hair dryer, iron, iron board, condiments in kitchen cupboard etc. location was brilliant, short walk from main city centre. House was clean, spacious and as described and pictured. Would 100% recommend to anyone looking to stay in St Andrews.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome stay in St Andrews

This home was perfect for our stay in St Andrews. It had everything you could need, was clean, and is extremely close to the downtown area. The owners were amazing and made sure we had everything we needed and provided great local knowledge. Check in was very easy. We’d definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

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