Title: Smuggler's Well: Cosy retreat in traditional fishing village. Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # Smuggler's Well: Cosy retreat in traditional fishing village. ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22140000/22134400/22134339/b85f96eb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, DVD player, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22140000/22134400/22134339/01a41d8d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, DVD player, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22140000/22134400/22134339/adcc0b97.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22140000/22134400/22134339/014285a7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, iron/ironing board, WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22140000/22134400/22134339/e3e61d45.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location In the picturesque village of Cellardyke, Smuggler's Well is a charming retreat just metres from the ocean. Unwind in the sunny upper courtyard with a barbecue and chiminea or enjoy games, movies and books by Freeview TV in the sitting area. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire apartment 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3 ## Popular amenities - - Washer - Barbecue grill - Pet-friendly - Fireplace - Kitchen ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Smuggler's Well: Cosy retreat in traditional fishing village. Just metres from the ocean, Smuggler's Well is a characterful retreat in the picturesque village of Cellardyke in the East Neuk of Fife. Sleeps 2-3 (or 2+baby) in one bedroom with king size bed and a sofa bed. The modern kitchen area is well equipped for all cooking needs including a Bosch tassimo coffee maker. The sitting area includes freeview TV and bluray DVD player with a selection of movies, games and books, and there is free wifi throughout the property. Egyptian cotton linen, towels and robes are provided. The outside sitting area includes a lower courtyard featuring the original well for the property, which dates back to 1800. Steps lead up to a sunny upper courtyard with a table and chairs, barbecue and chiminea. Smugglers Well can be rented along with the upper apartment, Smugglers Neuk, when available, making it ideal for couples travelling together who want their own space. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the apartment: Free internet ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Egyptian cotton sheets - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Dressing gowns - Hair dryer - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - TV - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - In-room accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In a village - Near the bay - Near the sea - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Windsurfing 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit ### 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 Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation Note from host: 1 well behaved pet. ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include 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 Property Registration Number FI 01683 P ### Property is also known as Smuggler's Well Cosy Retreat Traditional Fishing Village Smuggler's Well Cosy Retreat in Traditional Fishing Village Smuggler's Well Cosy Retreat in Traditional Fishing Village Smuggler's Well Cosy Retreat in Traditional Fishing Village Smuggler's Well Cosy retreat in traditional fishing village. ## About the area Located in Anstruther, this apartment is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Scottish Fisheries Museum and Crail Museum and Heritage Centre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Old Course at St Andrews and Anstruther Golf Club. La Petite Epicerie and Cambo Estate Gardens are also worth visiting. Scuba diving and windsurfing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and horse riding nearby. [Visit our Anstruther travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Anstruther.dx182734) [View more Apartments in Anstruther](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Anstruther-Apartments.d182734-aaApartments.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C56.22317%2C-2.68866&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=8yEIYa1yfgC3RwW35LvXVGrx8ts=) Cellardyke, SCT ### What's nearby - Scottish Fisheries Museum - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles - Anstruther Golf Club - 2 min drive - 0.8 miles - St Monans Heritage Collection - 8 min drive - 3.8 miles - University of St. Andrews - 16 min drive - 11.6 miles - Old Course at St Andrews - 17 min drive - 12.4 miles ### Getting around - Leuchars Station - 24 min drive - Dundee (DND) - 57 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪The Ship Inn - ‬11 min drive - ‪Anstruther Fish Bar - ‬7 min walk - ‪The Wee Chippy - ‬10 min walk - ‪Dreel Tavern - ‬15 min walk - ‪Ship Tavern - ‬7 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Smuggler's Well: Cosy retreat in traditional fishing village. pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details. ### What time is check-in at Smuggler's Well: Cosy retreat in traditional fishing village.? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Smuggler's Well: Cosy retreat in traditional fishing village.? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Smuggler's Well: Cosy retreat in traditional fishing village. located? > Situated on the waterfront, this apartment building is within a 15-minute walk of Scottish Fisheries Museum and La Petite Epicerie. Billow Ness Beach and Anstruther Golf Club are also within 1 mile (2 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Smuggler's Well: Cosy retreat in traditional fishing village. Reviews 9.8 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 62 8 - Good 9 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.6/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Staff & service ### 10/10 Amenities ### 9.4/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 10/10 Eco-friendliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mags C. 7 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent Property Lovely little cottage it was home from home. Steps in garden were steep however we knew this before we went. Great location. Would definitely stay there again. ##### Mags C. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Fiona 17 Feb 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Great property in a nice location. Lovely and helpful host. Would definitely stay here again. ##### Fiona Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Allan D. 21 Mar 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Well equipped property in a great location We loved everything about the cottage. ##### Allan D. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Scott T. 22 Dec 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great stay Great stay in the east of Scotland ##### Scott T. Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sharon H. 5 Jan 2023 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A wee treasure of a place Nice wee place,ideal location with a chinese take away a few yards up,nice cosy cottage with all we needed ##### Sharon H. Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carolyn P. 14 May 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A few days in Fife Smugglers Well had everything that we needed for a few days away. Comfortable and very clean. Great location. ##### Carolyn P. Stayed 4 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jean P. 23 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Weekend in Scotland for a wedding Excellent property, very peaceful, comfortable and well equipped. It was on the Fife coast path so excellent walking from the door. An excellent base to explore both the coastline and St. Andrews ##### Jean P. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rebecca B. 28 Aug 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Smugglers Well Lovely well equipped cottage in peaceful, quaint fishing village. Luxury bedding, towels and robes, coffee machine and garden seating with chimnea and a BBQ are nice touches which made our holiday extra special. ##### Rebecca B. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Valerie M. 25 Feb 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cottage in Cellardyke Lovely little cottage to stay .loved our time there. Would definitely return. Everything you needed and more. ##### Valerie M. Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lynne W. 29 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Peaceful retreat Excellent ##### Lynne W. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lynda K. 18 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect! I traveled to Anstruther/Cellardyke to read, write, knit, drink tea, and swim. I did all of those and more. The cottage was perfectly appointed and perfectly located for me. Couldn't have asked for a better stay. ##### Lynda K. Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lorraine P. 13 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful! The property was modern yet cozy and provided everything needed for a home from home stay. It was decorated and equipped to a high standard. Good communication from Kirsten when enquiring about the dogs. Will definitely be back 😃 ##### Lorraine P. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lesley K. 20 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely wee cottage in a great location The cottage was small but perfectly well appointed with everything you could need, except perhaps somewhere to put toiletries etc (a small dressing table perhaps?). The living room and bedroom were both very comfortable and the shower excellent. We felt the finish throughout was good and we would recommend. ##### Lesley K. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amanda M., Airdrie , North Lanarkshire 18 Sept 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Week in Anstruther Cozy wee retreat , excellent location , so peaceful and quiet, everything you need. Parking fine. Excellent communication with Kirsten. Would definitely recommend. ##### Amanda M. Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Fiona R. 17 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fab wee cottage This was an ideal little cottage, we knew the location was perfect as we have been to cellardyke before. Would defo recommend and would use this accommodation again...perfect! Only downside I hurt my back when we were away. Fiona ##### Fiona R. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Roland F. 31 Oct 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cosy cottage. Lovely, cosy cottage ideal for the two of us. Only problem was the connection into the back of the TV was loose and needed ‘tweaking’ in a few occasions. Good location and parking not a problem. Otherwise, highly recommended. ##### Roland F. Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gail M. 15 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely cosy accommodation The size of the property is perfect for a couple or single person It is tastefully decorated and had everything you could need Garden is a 3 tiered terrace that is a bit of a sun trap Not for people with limited mobility as there are a lot if steps up into it . Parking is limited due to the age of the old streets but I always found a space after driving round a couple of times . ##### Gail M. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Leslie M. 23 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cozy Cottage Smugglers Well was as described - a cozy little cottage. Location was easy walk to restaurants, the harbor and just a 7-minute walk to the bus station. I thought parking would be a challenge, but there was plenty of open spaces at the car park just 1-2 mins past the cottage. I notified Kirsten by email when I arrived as i couldn’t figure out how to open the bathroom sink stopper. While it was user error, her husband came over first thing the next morning and squared it all out. Check-in was seamless. My only recommendation is to consider a booklet for instructions for the guest. I’m well travelled through Europe and know to turn on power switches in order for the stove, etc to be powered on, but others may not be aware. ##### Leslie M. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### L 8 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication ##### L Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David M. 24 Jun 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful cottage Cottage was spotlessly clean and comfortable...bedlinen was top class and so comfortable. Kristen the host had left us a lovely little assortment of lovely jams and marmalade...scrumptious .Thank you! Wouldn't hesitate to return again. ##### David M. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael B. 6 Jun 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Smuggler’s Well was a perfect place to stay! It was clean and well-appointed. Access was easily to this clean, well-maintained property. It is a three block walk to the award winning bakery of G.H. Barnett & Sons (and week worth it)! ##### Michael B. Stayed 3 nights in May 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Judith H., Crook CoDurham 22 May 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cosy Cottage in Historic Fishing Town A lovely cosy cottage for the two of us and our dog. Living area deceptively spacious. Plenty to do on the 'door step'. Cellerdyke had lots of atmosphere - narrow streets and hidden gateways, not some where to hurry around or have a large car! Once we had our parking space we left the car and walked - by far the best way to see the locality. ##### Judith H. Stayed 5 nights in May 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kate Sutherland s. 30 Mar 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Spring break Very cozy and comfortable apartment- small but perfectly formed and equipped. Ideal for our short break away in this lovely area. ##### Kate Sutherland s. Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### avril o. 14 Oct 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Exactly as advertised. Good Covid precautions Nice and bijou! Quality linen and furniture and fittings House could be enhanced by external lighting and a rail to the stairs leading to back door. Poor internet connectivity and that could be advised in advance ##### avril o. Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### Susan C. 13 Jul 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Comfortable & Clean Lovely, comfortable cottage ideally situated for restaurants, bars and even Chinese takeaway. Close to bus route for St Andrews and Leven and all stops inbetween. We enjoyed our stay and house was well epuiped for our needs. We stayed a week and the only request we had was for some fresh towels which Kirsten responded to quickly, no problem. Thanks for a lovely stay Kirsten, hopefully we will stay again. ##### Susan C. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021