Title: Balone Garden Cottage | Wood Burner 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 home # Balone Garden Cottage | Wood Burner Cottage with kitchen, near University of St. Andrews ![1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93090000/93082300/93082208/b4b8c8e3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93090000/93082300/93082208/5a6a664a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93090000/93082300/93082208/f02213ab.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93090000/93082300/93082208/ad34b050.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Hair dryer, towels, soap, shampoo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93090000/93082300/93082208/3b5a52d2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Nestled in the St Andrews countryside, The Balone Garden Cottage offers a serene escape with its peaceful open-plan kitchen lounge and wood burning stove. Unwind on the patio or indulge in a restful sleep thanks to the Dyson Purifier's cooling feature, while enjoying luxurious comforts like a Smeg ceramic hob and Smart TV. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2484 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Outdoor space - Kitchen - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Balone Garden Cottage | Wood Burner The Balone Garden Cottage is a luxury retreat with spectacular views over the St Andrews countryside and a wood burning stove. The cottage has been finished to the highest standard and comfortable sleeps 2 in a double bedroom with access to the patio via the French doors. The open-plan kitchen lounge is peaceful whether the bifold doors are open to the fresh air or cosy with the wood burner. Property features a Dyson Purifier which purifies, humidifies and cools the bedroom in the cottage. The property has it's own entrance on the ground floor and free parking for one car at the end of the driveway. The accommodation layouts are as follows:Ground Floor - 1 double bedroom with luxury mattress and with full wardrobe. Perfect for guests with mobility requirements. The bathroom has a large walk in shower with a Lusso hand wash basin, a wall hung WC and a delightful Spanish caustic tile floor. Whilst there is no garden available with the cottage, there is an enclosed patio garden via the French doors in the bedroom or via the bifold doors in the lounge. The kitchen has a dishwasher, a fridge, a Smeg ceramic 2 ring hob, and a high spec oven/microwave. There is no washing machine available for guest use. In the lounge, there is a small dining table with a Smart TV and logs are provided for the wood burner. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Wood stove ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Garden - Patio ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping (limited availability) - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location ### Things to do - Golf - Golfing nearby ### 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) - 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High chair fee: GBP 20 per stay The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as 451912 ## About the area ![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%7C56.32638%2C-2.83522&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Wb3OsVbtWrmjDgPEtzaesuqzUKk=) St Andrews #### What's nearby - University of St. Andrews - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles - Royal & Ancient Golf Club of St. Andrews - 5 min drive - 2.2 miles - St. Andrew's Cathedral - 5 min drive - 2.4 miles - Old Course at St Andrews - 5 min drive - 2.2 miles - St. Andrews Links - 6 min drive - 2.0 miles #### Getting around - Cupar Station - 15 min drive - Dundee (DND) - 38 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪St Andrews Links Clubhouse - ‬7 min drive - ‪Jigger Inn - ‬6 min drive - ‪The Dunvegan Hotel - ‬5 min drive - ‪St Andrews Students' Association - ‬5 min drive - ‪The One Under - ‬5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Balone Garden Cottage | Wood Burner pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Balone Garden Cottage | Wood Burner? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Balone Garden Cottage | Wood Burner? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Balone Garden Cottage | Wood Burner located? > Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Craigtoun Country Park and University of St. Andrews. The Duke's St Andrews and St. Andrews Botanic Garden are also within 3 miles (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Balone Garden Cottage | Wood Burner Reviews 10 ### 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 7 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jane F. 10 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Short Stay in St. Andrew’s This is an absolutely beautiful property. We stayed for two days during a quick visit to Scotland. The property is exactly as advertised, in a beautiful location. It’s very peaceful and the perfect place for a short rest. ##### Jane F. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brian F. 12 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Birthday weekend A lovely property finished to a high standard. Amazing views, peaceful location and a great base for exploring St Andrews and the surrounding area. ##### Brian F. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brian 8 Jun 2025 #### Perfect couples cottage Standard of accommodation and the quietness Bedside reading light would be a minor improvement ##### Brian ### 10/10 Excellent #### Heather S. 19 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Stunning views, but make sure you get good directions! This place is a stunner. The views of St. Andrews are out of this world from this little cottage. The owners did a spectacular job of putting this place together and decorating it. It's all very new and fresh and modern. The door was a little weird to figure out at first, but once we did, all went well. Bed was comfortable, but I think it's a stretch to call it a king size... at least by American standards. However, it was very comfortable. The only thing I would say is if you're older, you may have trouble with the bed and possibly the couch - they're both low to the ground, especially the bed. It's not on a frame, so you're right on the ground. An older person would really struggle to get in and out of it, I think. But it was comfortable, plenty of closet storage in the bedroom. Views - again - wonderful.As for finding the cottage? Well, that was fun. We actually ended up on the cart path of the golf course across the street - yes, on the actual cart path - before we realized the navigation system didn't really know where to go. So it would be a little more helpful to maybe add a pin to the directions or some other kind of way to find the cottage using a car's nav system. The link in the welcome email is correct, but getting that into a rental car's nav is the sticky part. Don't put in Balone Garden Cottage or Mount Melville in a car's nav because you WILL end up in the middle of a golf course! ##### Heather S. Stayed 3 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### George F. 25 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### In the countryside but only minutes by car to St Andrews Ideal for a quiet holiday, but able to enjoy City and Fife coast. A good mix. ##### George F. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### beth t. 17 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### The Garden Cottage The Garden Cottage was everything we could have wished for on our weekend visit. Impeccably clean, stylishly designed, thoughtfully filled with exactly what we needed to feel like a ‘home from home’. Local advice of where to visit and where to eat was spot on and we cannot recommend the cottage enough. Pure perfection! ##### beth t. Stayed 3 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### John M., Markham 28 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fabulous stay in a beautiful and serene setting My wife and I absolutely loved spending the day reading and relaxing by the wood stove looking out over the fields, watching sunrises together. The check in process was easy, and everything was clean and extremely well maintained. The bed was fantastic to sleep on. We loved it so much we booked an extra night! It's a short drive to St. Andrews and a number of farm shops and other small towns. Well worth the stay! ##### John M. 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