You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
A beautiful renovated modern but homely cottage by St Andrews.
Braid Cottage was originally created from old farm buildings in the early 1980's. Sitting in a peaceful courtyard setting it has been renovated offering modern and up to date facilities including underfloor heating and wifi while retaining a homely and cosy environment. Only a few miles from the picturesque town of St Andrews it is surrounded by arable farmland, there is also access from St Andrews to coastal walking and beautiful beaches and of course golf. The property offers off road parking (not suitable for commercial work vans or lorries) open gardens and the closest village shop is only 0.5 miles away. On ground level Braid Cottage has an open plan kitchen and dining room with Fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, coffee machine etc. The dining room seats 8. A spacious sitting room with an open fire and television, a master bedroom with shower en suite. Upstairs a further 3 double bedrooms with zip and link beds, all beds can be made into double or twin beds. and a family bathroom with over bath shower. At the front of the cottage there is an area to sit and enjoy the pretty courtyard, there is also access to all the garden areas. Where possible I will be on site to greet guests on arrival and there is an information book detailing the operation of all the household appliances, information on local amenities and tourist information booklets.
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Property amenities
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Car recommended
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Entertainment
DVD player
Games
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming dogs only
2 pets total (up to 20 lbs per pet)
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a rural location
In a village
Near a hospital
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Birdwatching nearby
Casino nearby
Cycling nearby
Golfing nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Swimming 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
Garden
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You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 20 lbs per pet)
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
Onsite 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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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
We should mention
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property
About the neighborhood
St Andrews, SCT
What's nearby
St. Andrews Links - 10 min drive - 10.4 km
University of St. Andrews - 12 min drive - 12.3 km
Royal & Ancient Golf Club of St. Andrews - 12 min drive - 11.7 km
St. Andrew's Cathedral - 13 min drive - 12.4 km
Old Course at St Andrews - 20 min drive - 12.4 km
Getting around
Leuchars Station - 6 min drive
Dundee (DND) - 26 min drive
Restaurants
The Village Cafe
Tindal’s Café - 4 min drive
Ye Olde Hotel - 7 min drive
Dino Pizza - 7 min drive
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Frequently asked questions
Is A beautiful renovated modern but homely cottage by St Andrews. pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 20 lbs per pet.
What time is check-in at A beautiful renovated modern but homely cottage by St Andrews.?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at A beautiful renovated modern but homely cottage by St Andrews.?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is A beautiful renovated modern but homely cottage by St Andrews. located?
This family-friendly St. Andrews vacation home is located in a rural location, 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from Eden Mill St Andrews, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Cairnie Fruit Farm & Mega Maze and British Golf Museum. St. Andrews Aquarium and University of St. Andrews are also within 6 mi (10 km).
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10/10 Excellent
judy
21 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
the host Hilary is a nice lady,she prepared the house in a good and warmly place.
also she prepared with homemade bread, jams and many cooking utensils that gave us feeling like home away from home.
thanks so much 🙏 💓
From beginning to end a perfect holiday, the house has everything you could need, Hilary is a wonderful host, the welcome treats were a lovely kind surprise and communication was easy and friendly. We hope to come back again and would not hesitate to recommend.
We had a brilliant stay in Braid Cottage, the property was lovely, clean and very well equipped. Hilary was an excellent host, we could not have asked for better. We definitely hope to return in the future!
We had a great weekend The cottage lovely and very clean . We loved the log fire so cosy in the stormy weather.Ideal place for us to celebrate my husbands birthdayGreat location for the men to nip into St Andrews to golf, and us to have a wee look round the shops.Would love to go back in the summer.Hilary was very helpful and accommodating .Hilary was very helpful
Just heading home from a long weekend at this beautiful cottage. We were visiting family nearby and wanted to have our own space and mini holiday. We couldn’t have asked for anything more, lots of lovely personal touches and very much a home from home. Incredibly comfortable. We will be back! Thank you Hilary!!
My husband, 3 friends, and I stayed for three nights in this beautiful cottage and it was truly a dream! Hilary, our host, was so communicative and kind, granting us an early check-in and late check-out, a warm welcome topped with homemade (by her!) jam, bread, shortbread, and tablet, and a bottle of wine and eggs from her farm. The cottage was perfectly clean, full of everything we could need, and was an easy 12 minute drive into downtown St Andrew’s. Hilary checked in on us midway to make sure we had everything we needed, too. Thank you so much Hilary!! Would definitely stay again and recommend to all travelers.
Driving up we knew Dron Court would be a special place, and stepping into Braid Cottage we felt immediately at home. Hilary was a phenomenal host and made sure we had everything we needed, while giving us all the privacy we wanted as well. The beds were extremely comfortable and we had lots of room to spread out. It’s very convenient to St. Andrew’s and to nearby areas as well. If I could rate this higher I would.
I cannot say enough good things about our stay, 4 couples on a visit to Scotland, golfing and sight seeing. It is real close to St Andrews, there is a farm store and restaurant just down the street, train station close for trips to Edinburgh or north. Hilary was great and took care of us. Fresh Bread, homemade jam, bottle of wine, eggs and coffee awaited us on arrival. We all had a great time, Thank you Hilary we all would definitely stay here again
Your host Hilary is awesome, she welcomes you upon arrival, gives you a tour of the home and tells you everything you need to know about the area. She leaves you a welcome basket with eggs, milk, homemade bread, treats and wine. The cottage itself was impeccably decorated and very cozy at the same time. The property is a short drive to St. Andrews one way and Cupar the other way, which has a train station with a 1 hour ride into Edinburgh, so you get the both the small village stay and big city entertainment you want. We would definitely stay again.
One word… AMAZING! Braid Cottage is the perfect place to experience The Kingdom of Fife. It is a country location and feel on the main rode between Cuper and St. Andrews. It has all the amenities you need, including a lovely Nespresso coffee maker for us Yanks. Hilary is a lovely person, very responsive and attentive to every question and need. The cottage space is generous and decorated so cozy, you feel at home each time you return. 💜💜💜
Wonderful stay in st Andrews at the most charming cottage
House is even better than the pictures. So charming and spacious. Four big bedrooms, one with en suite bathroom.
You are 10 minutes from st Andrews old town and 10 mins from Cupar for grocery stores.
Note That checkout time is 10am (Hillary graciously extended till 11) but there is a lot to do for checkout, including stripping beds and taking out trash so give yourself time in case you have to be somewhere.
Hillary is a wonderful communicator and a gracious and generous host.
Kitchen has all you need to cook and relax. Will be back!
We needed a spot to accommodate six adults and one kiddo for graduation at St Andrews. Braid Cottage was lovely!
The cottage is decorated beautifully and every little thing you could want has been thought of and provided. Hilary is an exemplary host and I can guarantee you will want to move in!
There's a lot of flexibility with the bedrooms (can be double beds or two singles) and there is plenty of room for everyone to spread out.
The cottage is about a 10-15 minute drive outside of the heart of StA. n This was not an issue for us, but consider what your plans are and know that parking in StA can be a challenge. We really liked getting away from things into the peace and quiet.
All in all, an absolutely fabulous stay. We're already dreaming about/planning our next visit!
We had a fabulous short break at Braid Cottage during October. Hilary was a great host, keeping in touch throughout our stay but not intruding at all. The cottage was very well equipped with everything we could need and more. The location to St Andrews and other local attractions was perfect. X
A group of us were in Scotland to celebrate golfing birthdays. A beautiful property, everything we needed.
A lovely spot to return to at the end of some busy days, Close enough to the golf and Some lovely local spots.
Hilary looked after so well.
I’m sure we’ll be back
This property is just so fun. From the moment you walk into the property, you can see the effort in all the details of this newly renovated cottage. Each room has its own unique tartan and matching accessories. It's a spacious house with comfortable furniture and bedding. The kitchen is so well-appointed, having everything a cook could want. It's a quick, easy drive into St.Andrews, yet the location is peaceful and quiet, with many walking trails right out the doorstep. A perfect location. We can't wait to return.
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Georgia
We loved our stay in this charming cottage! Everything was beautifully arranged and really well stocked!! One of the nicest vacation rentals we have ever stayed in and we travel a lot :-)
The photos do not do this property justice. The quality of the fixtures and fittings are something else and so many little touches that just make you feel special. Hilary is such a lovely person who really cares about her guests having a great time and let’s you get on with it but on hand if needed.
The outdoor space is a shared courtyard but lots of seating and was quiet.
A great stay and would certainly recommend
What a fantastic, cosy holiday cottage this is! There are four spacious, super-comfortable bedrooms, a very well-designed and equipped kitchen, two beautiful bathrooms and a relaxing living area with an open fire. The standard of decor and attention to detail are superb. Hilary the owner is a pleasure to deal with and made us feel so welcome, even our dog! She left us a welcome pack of homemade shortbread and jam, eggs from her hens, and a bottle of red wine. The location is quiet, being in the countryside about 10 minutes drive from both St Andrews and Cupar. We cannot recommend this holiday getaway highly enough and hope to return there soon.
Thank you Hilary!
Fabulous location in a beautiful courtyard setting with private parking 50 yards away and 6 miles from St Andrews Golf Links. Taxis readily available. Hilary has made a stunning renovation to the property which easily sleeps 4 in separate rooms. Well equipped kitchen and comfortable lounge. Hilary is the perfect host meeting us on arrival and available throughout our stay. This has been a gem of a find and we will return - Thanks Hilary for making this a memorable Golf break. Kind Regards - John, Dave, Stewart and Ian.