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Balhelvie Cottage

St Andrews (18mls W), Fife
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Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Change Fri
No Dogs
4 star
Downstairs bedroom
Downstairs bathroom
Waterside views
Enclosed garden / patio
Open fire / wood burner
Internet access
Beach within easy reach
Fishing on site / nearby
Romantic
Family friendly
Parking on site / nearby
Decorated for Christmas
Towels included
Travel cot available
Highchair available
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At a glance

  • Magnificent views over the River Tay and the Sidlaw Hills
  • Country cottage interior with pretty prints, roaring wood burner and beautiful conservatory
  • Located on the Fife Coastal Path with lovely sandy beaches and St Andrews within easy reach
Property code: 81388

Wonderful, spacious cottage enjoys magnificent views over the bonnie River Tay and the Sidlaw hills. After a day out exploring the beautiful local area enjoy cosy nights in front of the wood burner.

Nestled in a beautiful rural location perfectly positioned on the scenic Fife Coastal Path between Balmerino and Newburgh, with spectacular uninterrupted views over the River Tay and the Sidlaw Hills. Within easy reach of beautiful sandy beaches and the fantastic Tentsmuir National Nature Reserve. Visit local attractions including Balmerino Abbey and Lindores Abbey Whisky Distillery, Newburgh Sailing Club and Laing Museum, Falkland and Scone Palace, Scottish Deer Centre or enjoy boat trips to the beautiful Isle of May. Within easy reach of the world-famous St Andrews, home of golf, and the vibrant city of Dundee with its excellent range of leisure and shopping facilities, making this a fantastic base to explore the Kingdom of Fife and beyond!

Enter the charming, period, single-storey cottage from the pretty front garden, into the hall, the perfect place to store your outdoor clothing. Relax on the comfortable sofa in the light and bright stylish lounge and enjoy a great movie on the Smart TV or listen to your music on the Alexa Echo Dot, while the lovely wood burner crackles away. A delightful conservatory offers a seating area and magnificent views across the bonnie River Tay. The perfect place to enjoy a great book or a board game together, or just sit back and admire the stunning scenery. Next is the well-equipped kitchen ideal for cooking up a storm with electric oven and hob, microwave, Nespresso coffee maker, fridge/freezer, dishwasher and washing machine. There is also a lovely dining area in the kitchen for romantic or family gatherings with direct access out to the rear garden. Continuing back through the hall you are met with two beautiful super-king-size zip-and-link bedrooms (which can be made into twins on request) with ample storage space and lovely views. Finally completing the accommodation is the stylish shower room with shower and a WC.

Venturing outside there is a pretty front garden with seating area and a mature rear garden with direct access from the kitchen, with seating area for al fresco dining and lazy evening star gazing or bird watching, perhaps with a wee dram, good local beer or a nice glass of wine. There is off-road parking for one car available.

  • 2 bedrooms – 2 super-king-size zip-and-link bedrooms (which can be made into twins on request)
  • 1 shower room with shower and WC
  • Electric oven and hob, microwave, Nespresso coffee maker, fridge/freezer, dishwasher and washing machine
  • Wood burner – first basket of logs included
  • Welcome hamper provided
  • Smart TV/DVD, Alexa Echo Dot and a selection of books and board games in the hall
  • Highchair and travel cot available
  • Hairdryer included
  • Enclosed garden with seating area
  • Off-road parking for 1 car
  • Beach 3 miles, shop, pub and restaurant 4 miles
  • Private water supply
  • Minimum stay 3 nights
  • No children under the age of 8 years old allowed
  • Short Term Licence Number - FI00123F
  • EPC rating - E
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00, unless otherwise stated in your arrival details
  • Sorry, no dogs allowed

Lisa Hogg

This property is personally managed by Lisa.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 25 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Morag 3rd April 2024

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Immaculate, tastefully decorated cottage. Fully equipped with everything you could need for your stay. The conservatory gives you a fantastic view over the Tay and the back garden looks over the hill so from both sides of the cottage you are looking onto open countryside. Hosts were very helpful and quick to respond to any issues. Would recommend aRead morend we would certainly return. Hide

Reviewed by Susan 15th March 2024

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Reviewed by Philip 15th September 2023

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Comfortable and good value for money

Reviewed by Robert 8th September 2023

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Reviewed by Neill 1st September 2023

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The property is lovely and the owners have done a great job of providing everything that guests could want. Enjoying the view from the conservatory whilst enjoying a morning coffee (or an evening sundowner) was priceless! The property was a great location for us to visit numerous attractions in the area.

Reviewed by Suzan 25th August 2023

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As has been said before, the cottage is well appointed, very clean and comfortable. It enjoys an excellent, tranquil location far from the madding crowd yet is within reach of other (much) busier places. Hours of entertainment can be had watching the birds whilst relaxing in the lovely back garden. Private parking is a plus as is the welcome hamperRead more from the owners. All in all it leaves you with happy memories - what else would you want from a holiday? Hide

Reviewed by Martin 18th August 2023

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Its a lovely cottage with an amazing view in a great area. We have nothing to improve. The owners are very friendly and care a lot for their guests. We had a wonderful time. Thanks a lot!

Reviewed by Nikki 28th July 2023

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Excellent cottage and what a view. Close to amenities but felt like a million miles away. Spotless, comfortable and just the most perfect stay for a week.

Reviewed by Samantha 14th July 2023

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Thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Balhelvie Cottage, it was spotlessly clean, comfortable and very welcoming. The back garden was lovely and very private and the views from the Conservatory overlooking the River Tay were stunning. The welcome hamper was great and much appreciated after a long journey. The owners have thought of everything you might neRead moreed, basics and extras. I've stayed at plenty of holiday cottages and this has to be one of the best! Hope to return at some point. Hide

Reviewed by Jane 23rd June 2023

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Well furnished and very comfortable cottage with beautiful views across the river. The owners had tried to think of everything a guest might need. Lovely welcome hamper. So useful when you arrive tired. Nice garden at rear to sit out in.

Reviewed by Sheela 16th June 2023

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Reviewed by Sharron 19th May 2023

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Reviewed by Kate 12th May 2023

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A lovely cottage in a beautiful area. We had a very busy time visiting many local and further-afield places. We caught the train from Leuchars to Edinburgh and Dundee and were amazed at the cheap parking, just 1 per day! St Andrews and the coastal fishing villages were well worth a visit, as were the stunning Kelpies.

Reviewed by Paul 5th May 2023

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Lovely cottage in quiet location but not far from many places. We had a wonderful time and wouldnt hesitate to go back

Reviewed by C 28th April 2023

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Comfy cottage with lovely views, comfortable beds and pretty garden. Handy for excursions in countryside and town. Really generous welcome pack and good cleaning supplies and basics in kitchen. Excellent wood fired stove Excellent support and communication from owners- would thoroughly recommend this holiday let.

Reviewed by Rosie 10th April 2023

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Lovely property in a beautiful location. Clean, comfortable and spacious. We had a lovely time!

Reviewed by Anna 22nd December 2022

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One of our best stays and weve been places. We felt home there and it was Christmas. The views amaze every single day and the fire warms one up after long walks across the hills. Very friendly neighbourhood and variety of tourist attractions around. Defo coming back

Reviewed by M E 16th September 2022

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Reviewed by Sara 9th September 2022

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Gorgeous property. Very well equipped and comfortable bed. Log burner was great and we loved sitting in the conservatory taking in the stunning view. Garden at the back was also lovely. Great location with lots of great places to visit within a short driving distance. Owners were very helpful and attentive. We were blessed with amazing weather all Read moreweek which made our stay even more enjoyable. Highly recommend a stay in this lovely property and area. Hide

Reviewed by Lynn 15th July 2022

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An amazing property which has stunning views from the conservatory over the River Tay and hills. The cottage is very clean and comfortable with well-thought out decor and furniture. Everything you need for a relaxing stay at a self- catering property has been provided. The owners, Christine and Iain, provided really useful guides and information onRead more the cottage and the local area. The welcome hamper is a lovely touch. Hide

Reviewed by John 1st July 2022

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A great cottage for a relaxing break. Very spacious inside, with many thoughtful touchs to make you feel at home. The view from the conservatory was splendid and the garden was also a quiet relaxing space to just chill in the sunshine. Lots of places to visit round about and plenty of choices for eating out too. Highly recommended!

Reviewed by Pauline 24th June 2022

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Reviewed by Debbie 17th June 2022

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Wonderful holiday cottage, with amazing views and all of the home comforts. Perfect base to explore Fife.

Reviewed by Philip 10th June 2022

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Reviewed by Janet 13th May 2022

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We have throurghly enjoyed our stay Balhelvie Cottage. The cottage was very clean, comfortable and well appointed. The location with its stunning veiws out of the front of the house and the lovelly garden at the rear only enhanced our stay. The area is quiet and it was just nice to sit and relax and watch the birds in the garden. We ventured out toRead more visit the local area, but it was nice to know we had a comfy cottage to come back to. Our host have made a delightful holiday stay. Hide

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