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# The Whins Cottage | St Andrews

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- Overview
- Location
- Amenities
- Policies

Close to Old Course at St Andrews and University of St. Andrews, The Whins Cottage | St Andrews provides a garden, laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. 

## Reviews

10

Exceptional

### Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathrooms538 sq ft

## Popular amenities

- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Dryer
- Free Wi-Fi
- Outdoor space

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## About this property

### Entire place

You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

### The Whins Cottage | St Andrews

Experience top quality accommodation tucked inside a private, secluded walled garden in the heart of historic St Andrews. With the Old Course just over 100 metres away, you are around a 60 second walk to the 1st tee, with West Sands Beach, great restaurants, and cafes all within easy walking distance.   
  
Sleeping 4 guests, the cottage has two en suite bedrooms and a bright, modern layout designed for comfort in every season. The main lounge features a full height glass wall with calming garden views and direct access to a private deck with outdoor seating, ideal for unwinding after a day in town or on the links. A well equipped kitchen and dining area provides everything needed for a self catering stay.   
  
For larger parties, The Whins Cottage can be booked together with nearby 6A Playfairs, creating an ideal set up for bigger golf groups who want to stay close by while still enjoying their own space and privacy.   
  
THE PROPERTY IS LOCATED AT THE BACK OF 6A PLAYFAIRS. Access is via a black gate marked 6 on Gillespie Wynd. Enter the gate and follow the garden path. The Whins is to the left with the glass front.   
  
Guests have exclusive use of the entire property. The bus station is about a 2 minute walk away, with easy links to local towns and East Neuk fishing villages.

## Property amenities

### Internet

- Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

### Kitchen

- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Kitchenette
- Oven
- Refrigerator

### Bedrooms

- 2 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided

### Bathroom

- 2 bathrooms
- Hair dryer
- Shampoo
- Shower
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided

### Entertainment

- TV

### Outdoor areas

- Fenced yard
- Garden
- Patio

### Laundry

- Laundry facilities
- Washing machine

### Comfort

- Heating

### Pets

- No pets allowed

### Suitability/Accessibility

- Smoke-free property

### Services and conveniences

- Iron/ironing board
- Limited housekeeping

### Location highlights

- In a rural location

### 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

### General

- Garden
- Unit size: 538 square feet

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## 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 

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools 

### Rules

Checkin 16:00-23:45

### Pets

Pets not allowed

### Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

### Events

No events allowed 

### Smoking

Smoking is not permitted 

## Important information

### Optional extras

- 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 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

500765

## About the area

Located in St. Andrews, this cottage is in a rural area. Swilken Bridge and Hamish McHamish Statue are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Old Course at St Andrews and Lundin Golf Club. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Tannadice Park or Dens Park. [Visit our St. Andrews travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/St-Andrews.dx6023729)

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St Andrews

### What's nearby

- ![University of St Andrews is the oldest of the four ancient universities of Scotland.  
It was founded between 1410 and 1413. Can you imagine?!  
This is a view of the Courtyard of the United College.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6088417/993e79ae-9bc5-442f-b4b6-6ac5c4eb820f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high)  
University of St. Andrews  
1 min walk \- 0.1 miles
- ![famous cityscape of st andrews behind the old course](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621533021785/cbbd11af-b848-42e5-ad95-e5f99737d5ec.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high)  
Old Course at St Andrews  
3 min walk \- 0.2 miles
- ![One of my favourite places in the world, the Royal and Ancient Course at St Andrews, Scotland.  
How brilliant is this course...incredible.  And if you don't like golf, fine, St Andrews is a cool little town.  I'd also recommend the Anstruther Fish Bar just down the coast a wee bit...and I don't really like fish and chips heaps, but delicious all the same.

2.4.2005  
](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532495088/fc05fe05-f35c-483f-95aa-e4ea00aa0d9a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high)  
Royal & Ancient Golf Club of St. Andrews  
3 min walk \- 0.2 miles
- ![St. Andrew\'s Cathedral featuring heritage elements](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6088415/f86d82ed-8924-40f2-914a-8f9ec83c4690.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high)  
St. Andrew's Cathedral  
9 min walk \- 0.5 miles
- The Scores  
2 min walk \- 0.1 miles

### Getting around

- Leuchars Station  
13 min drive
- Dundee (DND)  
33 min drive

### Restaurants

- The Dunvegan Hotel  
3 min walk
- St Andrews Students' Association  
4 min walk
- The One Under  
4 min walk
- The Tailend Fish Bar  
5 min walk
- Starbucks  
5 min walk

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## The Whins Cottage | St Andrews Reviews

## Reviews

### Exceptional

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### 10

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### 10

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## Reviews

### 10/10 Excellent

#### Mary K.

16 Feb 2026

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very well-maintained and great location! The host accommodated our request to enter early once they had cleaned and performed their inspection after the previous guest departed. They also welcomed us with a box of shortbread and a bottle of Prosecco. We really enjoyed our stay, and we would definitely stay again if we return to St. Andrews.

##### Mary K.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.

### 10/10 Excellent

#### Brad

2 Dec 2025

#### Always a little nicer than other property owners

Short Stay is now my first search when we need a place to stay in St Andrews. Compared to other property owners, your properties are always a little nicer, newer, and better than the pictures. The little touches also show you care about our experience. Thanks again.

##### Brad

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