Cottages in St. Andrews

St. Andrews is one of Scotland’s hidden gems and a must-see for visitors to the country. It is home to one of the oldest universities in the world and numerous historical landmarks such as St Andrew’s Cathedral and St Andrew’s Castle. Incidentally, St. Andrews is also the spiritual home of the game of golf! Rent a cottage in St. Andrews a stone’s throw from the world most famous golf course to the west, close to the magnificent ruins of the cathedral to the east, or right in the heart of the restaurant and pub zone in the Blackfriars Chapel area of the town centre.

Cottages in St. Andrews are made with traditional old-world brown brick walls and black roofs. Most cottages were built over a hundred years ago, but they boast contemporary, stylish interiors with many coming with conservatories just flooded with natural light and lush green gardens, where you can relax in comfort no matter what the season.

Golf fans take heed! St. Andrews is only the place where the game was invented! 500 years ago, the first golf course was built here, and now the towns boasts 10 unique courses for your delectation, including the world-famous Old Course. The spiritual home of golf, every self-respecting golfer should play this course at least once! The size of the greens is staggering, and they are the most extraordinary putting surfaces in the world.

Rambling is the Scottish term for hiking/trekking. The top attraction for ramblers is the Fife Coastal Path, running 183 km though the widely varied landscapes of the region, linking picturesque former fishing villages and the city of St. Andrews. Ramble through the miles of untouched, golden beaches, enticing forests and nature reserves, with history unfolding at every turn, from the rusting equipment of former coal yards to the ethereal ruins of mediaeval castles

Take your kids to St. Andrews for a break full of memorable days out! Your kids can become a pirate for the day as they explore the St Andrews self-guided themed Treasure Trail, a completely self-guided adventure that makes for a great day out. If the weather allows, take your little explorers to Kingsbarns Beach, and discover awesome little creatures in rock pools, fossils and two miles of golden sand! During the school holidays, Barbarafield Riding School organises regular Fun Days for kids of all levels who come up and spend the day with the ponies, doing a variety of fun horsey activities.

Peat Inn, just outside the town of St. Andrews, is a world-class Michelin-star restaurant with premium-quality Scottish produce presented in innovative ways. The service is impeccable and the wines matched wonderfully.

The British Golf Museum explores 600 years of British golfing history, right in the heart of the golfing country. The compelling exhibits explore the evolution of the sport from its humble beginnings to the globally popular sport it is today with innovative displays, hands-on activities and wonderful expositions.

St Andrews Cathedral was once the largest church in Scotland and is now a mightly impressive-looking ruin. Entrance is free, but it’s well worth buying a ticket to go up St. Rule’s Tower – the view from the top of the tower is unbeatable!

This prominent aquarium features a number of themed zones, each displaying different aspects of the aquatic life that inhabits the Scottish coastline. It is home to the UK’s longest underwater tunnel and the finest shark collection in Europe!

This park just outside St. Andrews features sprawling gardens and myriad family-friendly attractions. Ride on the vintage tractor, take a trip on the miniature railway, roam the Dutch Village and hire a rowing boat on the adjoining lake

The St Andrews Brewing Company, a local craft brewery, is the number one choice for both students and locals for locally-made ales, stouts and IPAs. Hungry? The restaurant has a lovely vibe to it with welcoming servers and an extensive menu with a wide variety of tasty treats. Look out for the heavenly cooked lamb burger!