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The Cottage by the Harbour, St Monans

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Property grounds
Property grounds
Interior
Dishwasher
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Saint Monans
  • St Monans Heritage Collection
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Elie Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Kellie Castle
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪65 min drive‬

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About the area

Anstruther

At this cottage you'll be within a 5-minute walk of St Monans Heritage Collection and 4.1 km (2.5 mi) from Billow Ness Beach. .Accommodation features a washing machine, 2 bathrooms and an iron/ironing board.

What's nearby

  • St Monans Heritage Collection - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Elie Beach - 6 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Kellie Castle - 8 min drive - 7.5 km
  • University of St. Andrews - 19 min drive - 23.0 km
  • Old Course at St Andrews - 20 min drive - 24.3 km

Getting around

  • Springfield Station - 22 min drive
  • Dundee (DND) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Ship Inn - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Anstruther Fish Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Wee Chippy - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Dreel Tavern - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Ship Tavern - ‬7 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.

The Cottage by the Harbour, St Monans

The Cottage by the Harbour is a charming home in the beautiful fishing village of St Monans. Located just steps from the harbour and on the Fife Coastal Path, this pretty pink cottage is a category B listed building and although fully modernised internally much of the character and charm remains. Suitable for up to four guests, this property offers flexible accommodation with two superking bedrooms which can be arranged as twins on request. One of the bedrooms has an en-suite shower room and with a further family bathroom The Cottage is as suited to friends, golfing groups and couples as it is to a family.
Sitting towards the foot of the hill to the harbour, the entrance steps down into the hallway with a bright, well equipped dining kitchen to the left and cosy, comfortable lounge to the right. Off the stairs there is a landing where you will find a useful utility room and access to the rear garden. On the first floor are the two spacious and bright bedrooms and the modern bathroom which has a shower over the bath. The terraced garden is fully enclosed and private and has several seating area where you can catch the morning and afternoon sun. Glimpses of the sea and the sound of waves and seabirds make this a tranquil, peaceful space to relax.
The Cottage by the Harbour is ideally positioned for experiencing some of the many delights that make the East Neuk a popular destination for holidays and short breaks. One of three local tidal pools is at the end of the adjacent street, maybe you fancy a refreshing dip or want to try out some watersports? The coastal path which connects all of the East Neuk villages passes the front door and as well as a fine dining restaurant the village also has a café/wine bar and Smokehouse for freshly caught local seafood.
There are several festivals throughout the year celebrating the vibrant art and music scene in the area and a huge array of fine local food and drink from berries to beer and salmon to seaweed available to buy direct from the producer or at one of the great local places to eat and drink. Whether Michelin star restaurants or traditional fish and chips are your preference, you can enjoy it all in the East Neuk!

Pets - not allowed
Smoking - not allowed

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Property amenities

Kitchen

  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • 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

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

  • No pets allowed

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 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 fire extinguisher and 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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

3600236

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to The Cottage by the Harbour, St Monans?

The closest beach to The Cottage by the Harbour, St Monans is Elie Beach (4.4 km).

Does The Cottage by the Harbour, St Monans have a pool?

No, this cottage doesn't have a pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Cottage by the Harbour, St Monans?

No, The Cottage by the Harbour, St Monans does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Cottage by the Harbour, St Monans?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Cottage by the Harbour, St Monans?

No, pets are not allowed.

Reviews

The Cottage by the Harbour, St Monans Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

ELAINE DE STE

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very peaceful stay in a lovely, clean, cosy cottage. Have always enjoyed the East Neuk and as usual we weren’t disappointed. Beautiful part of the country.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sebastien

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The place is amazing, but the village don't have a real grocery. So bring your food.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liz G.

Liked: Cleanliness

St Monans Family Stay

St Monans was the perfect location for our visit to old family haunts. The property was very cosy & comfortable with good access to walks & amenities. Everything provided for our comfort. Easy drive to neighbouring villages, excellent farm shop & welcoming coffee shop.This was a returning visit to a different property.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025