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Historic Listed COTTAGE withCONSERVATORY & GARDEN centre of St Andrews sleeps 6

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Rear private garden- perfect for relaxing outdoors!

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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St Andrews, Scotland
  • University of St. Andrews
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Old Course at St Andrews
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • St. Andrews Links
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Dundee (DND)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Double bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Kingsize Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Twin Room (2 single beds )

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Historic Listed COTTAGE withCONSERVATORY & GARDEN centre of St Andrews sleeps 6


THE BUNKER COTTAGE -ST ANDREWS
3 Bedroom - SLEEPS up to 6 people
**** THIS PROPERTY IS ALWAYS PROFESSIONALLY CLEANED by a cleaning company team & LAUNDRY is sent away to be PROFESSIONALLY LAUNDERED. ****

***Fabulous position for golfers, parents of students ,family groups and tourists- right in the
Centre of St Andrews ***
Less than 10 min short walk to ‘THE OLD COURSE’ & BEACH.
The cottage comes with a very comfortable Dining Conservatory that opens out onto a lawned private Garden -which is fabulous if booking your trip to St Andrews for the warmer months!
The stone built cottage is the ideal self catering vacation rental- positioned in a Prime location- right in the heart of St Andrews town -surrounded by historic homes and minutes from the stunning stone built university buildings, the Castle and many other tourist landmarks !
(Perfect location for GOLFING GROUPS /FRIENDS /FAMILIES WITH CHILDREN OVER 12 years VISITING PARENTS/ WEDDING GROUPS and GRADUATIONS )
Walking is so easy to everything -if visiting without a car!
'The Bunker Cottage' has been successfully let on various platforms for many years with lots of returning happy guests/golfers!
Our property in St Andrews is for the use of a full house with additional Conservatory and also a quiet outdoor very private lawned Garden and patio !
The layout of the cottage consists of the following -As you enter on the ground floor into the entrance hall there is a newly fitted in March 2025 kitchen with a fridge,microwave,cooker,dishwasher and washing machine as well as a small convenient two seater table .Also on the ground floor the cottage features a very comfortable separate cozy furnished lounge with free high speed BT Broadband internet and free WiFi.
Our TV and sound system includes a luxury BOSE sound bar with the added feature of ALEXA!
The system supplies hundreds of popular TV channels including numerous Free worldwide Sport and Movie channels!
An added feature off the lounge is the small under stair office space / storage room and most popular with our guests is the inviting Dining Conservatory which seats up to six people comfortably - here you can enjoy meals, reading, games, jigsaws, or just relaxing over a few drinks with fellow guests or move outside- if it’s warm enough to enjoy the private garden which it opens on to !
Upstairs on the first floor -you'll find two of our three in total bedrooms, all with quality cotton bed linens. The first bedroom (UK Kingsize bed -5 ft ) - this room is ideally situated right next to the family bathroom which currently has a bath/shower combo. Quality Egyptian cotton towels are supplied for your use. The second bedroom is a Twin room .On the upper floor we have a third Double bedroom-this bedroom has its own attached bright shower room .
Our stone built cottage is positioned in North St which is one of the most charming quieter streets of the busy town-with the Cathedral and the fabulous world famous 'St Andrews Old Course' only a few minutes walk away! You are at the absolute centre of everything when staying here. It is located right opposite the University's famous St Salvator's Chapel and Quadrangle.
Beautiful golden sandy beaches are only a 5-10 minute stroll away.
Undoubtedly-and always welcome bonus that comes with staying here especially after a long tiring day on the golf course or out and about sightseeing -has to be the surprisingly large outdoor space! Our delightful private garden (which is a fabulous sun trap)-is just perfect for relaxing out on the patio-this area makes for outdoor relaxing with a coffee in the morning or chill out with a few cold beers or nice bottle of wine . Out here is most suitable for friends /family/golf group entertaining -especially in the warmer summer months.
( lawned private gardens in the heart of St Andrews town are extremely rare!)
Out here we also have a large stone built lockable store -which can house golf clubs safely.The freezer for guest use if required ,tumble dryer and drying rack which we also provide for our guests use -can be found in here.
For local tourist information you just have to turn right and walk up the cobble stoned walkway to Market Street and you will see the Visit Scotland Information Shop.
This property is undoubtedly set in one of the best base locations in St Andrews-It’s a 1-2 mins walk away from absolutely everything you could possibly need-Sainsbury's,Nando's,Costas, Subway, Ice cream , coffee shops, gift shops ,Art Galleries, live Theatre, 3 screen Cinema and numerous warm welcoming friendly pubs.
You'll be spoiled for choice with so many delicious Restaurants being just a few minutes stroll away.There is something on offer nearby for absolutely everyone!
Don't hesitate -come along and enjoy "The Bunker Experience "as many previous guests have affectionately commented after their visit!
As well as visiting the beautiful town of St Andrews this is a rare opportunity for you to experience living under the roof of a very quaint Historical 'Listed' Scottish building that we are so proud of -that is a unique part of St Andrews wonderful History.
ENJOY!
NB .STRICT RULE -We cannot offer early entry or at any time luggage storage - sorry! PLEASE do not turn up early as this makes it very uncomfortable for our housekeeping girls who are preparing for you. Keypad is now on a timer. Reminder-4pm is the check in time that is agreed in the Vrbo booking contract at time of booking. Thank you .

Property manager

Marian Morton
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Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 13–17
**Suitable for CHILDREN OF12 YEARS AND OVER ONLY**
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Events

No events allowed
NO PARTIES, No gatherings,No Stag or Hen Do’s.
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
NO SMOKING AT ANY TIME.
CHECK OUT-is before 10am ALL personal items &Debris must be cleared and any soiled dishes are to be placed in dishwasher and set to wash- thank you!
The cottage being a listed building is by law UNSUITABLE for under 7 yrs
NO CHILDREN AT ANY TIME UNDER 7 yrs of age. Children over 7 must be counted in the 6 person max total

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: NO PARTIES, No gatherings,No Stag or Hen Do’s.
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number Holiday rental

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

St. Andrews

Located in St. Andrews, this cottage is near the beach. Craigtoun Country Park and Castle Sands reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include British Golf Museum and St. Andrews Aquarium. Cambo Estate Gardens and La Petite Epicerie are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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St Andrews, Scotland

What's nearby

  • University of St. Andrews - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • St. Andrew's Cathedral - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Royal & Ancient Golf Club of St. Andrews - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Old Course at St Andrews - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • St. Andrews Links - 3 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Leuchars Station - 9 min drive
  • Dundee (DND) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Nando's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Tailend Restaurant & Fish Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Cross Keys Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cromars - ‬2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic Listed COTTAGE withCONSERVATORY & GARDEN centre of St Andrews sleeps 6 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Historic Listed COTTAGE withCONSERVATORY & GARDEN centre of St Andrews sleeps 6?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic Listed COTTAGE withCONSERVATORY & GARDEN centre of St Andrews sleeps 6?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Historic Listed COTTAGE withCONSERVATORY & GARDEN centre of St Andrews sleeps 6 located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of University of St. Andrews and Old Course at St Andrews. St Andrews Town Hall and Holy Trinity Church are also within 5 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Emily E.

Amazing!! Great location!! Beautiful house!! Highly recommend!!
We had the most wonderful stay here in ‘The Bunker’. The house is located in the best location, we were within a short walking distance to everything we needed. The house itself is very spacious, clean and feels extremely homely. Marian and John we amazing to deal with and made our stay so welcoming by having so many creature comforts in the home. The garden out the back was great for the children to run around in and the bedrooms were so beautifully decorated. The beds and the linen were extremely comfortable and there were plenty of spare blankets and towels. I couldn’t recommend this home more, we had such a fabulous time here and it was a pleasure to deal with Marian and John! 5 stars!!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

Jonathan R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful flat in a great location
The apartment is very nice and functional. The location is great. Our only negative was that there is not a lot of closet space in the bedrooms. But overall, this place was a great value. The group was my wife and I, plus our two adult sons. I would stay here again, but perhaps with three adults instead of four.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
St Andrews golf week
What a great place to stay. We hope to be back there some day.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

KIRK C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing location and propety!
Super great stay! Could npot wished for anything better!! Thanks!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great time.
Place was fantastic, clean and perfect location. Host was very responsive to questions and helpful before, during and at check out from our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay
As described. Nice layout. Perfect location
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

D J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location near the University
The Historic Cottage was honestly the best self-check in property we have experienced in some time. The communication prior to check-in was on time and clear; the bedrooms were large and well-appointed; and the living space with family room and tea room, were comfortable and relaxing. The back patio was a wonderful bonus...serene and quiet. The property is perfectly situated across from the University with easy walks to the Old Course, the Castle, and Market St. We parked directly in front of the Cottage and even with a Student Week party our first night, we felt both safe and comfortable with the car and foot traffic. We would highly recommend the Cottage for families or couples traveling together!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful, clean and comfortable property with everything you need. It felt like home! Communication with the owner was always quick and friendly. I’d stay here again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Bunker
A great place right in the heart of St Andrew’s. Very clean and comfortable. I highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

George D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect St. Andrews location
Overall this was a perfect little home for us to stay in during our short visit to St. Andrews. The location is central to be able to walk anywhere you want. Lots of restaurant and coffee shop options. Only disappointment we had was that the smoke alarm in the kitchen went off randomly as we were trying to go to bed the third night. There was no apparent reason for it to go off and so our third night was not a great one, figuring out how to get the alarm to stop beeping and hoping it didn't go off again during the night.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We loved this townhouse, it was comfortable, well-equipped and right in the middle of town so we walked everywhere. The owners left a full range of coffee and tea supplies to get us started. The backyard garden was beautiful for a wee dram in the afternoon (when it wasn't raining).
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
GREAT PLACE
Thank you for the great stay. We loved your place!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Everything was wonderful. Location was perfect. Everything was clean and beautiful. We felt like we were home. The accommodations had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jon V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jon
Lovely cottage and great location. Very comfortable. Love the sun room and back yard. Kitchen fully stocked. Like the gas range instead of electric. Parking was very convenient. Great coffee shop across the street.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little cottage near the Old Course
My family and I enjoyed staying at The Bunker. The owner responded quickly to our questions, and check in was easy. After staying in hotel rooms for over a week, the chance to spread out, enjoy a private garden and do some laundry was a relief. The Bunker was clean and had everything we needed. The location was perfect—within a block of the campus one way and Market Street for shopping the other. The Old Course was a 5-minute walk along quaint North Street. I highly recommend this cottage to anyone visiting St. Andrews for golf or exploring. You won’t be disappointed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jack H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Golf haven in idyllic location
The property is fantastic. Great kitchen, backyard space, laundry facilities available, and location, location, location. Easy walk to the Old Course, St Andrews Castle, and all the action on Market & South Streets. I've stayed twice and would again without hesitation.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Graduation
This was the second time we have stayed here. The location in St Andrews is the best! The host is responsive to all of our needs and questions. The host also added special touches in honor of the graduation of our granddaughter.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jean R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful, relaxing visit
We had a fabulous visit and would love to come again. We especially enjoyed the beautiful garden and the cozy furnishings. The area is very nice and we enjoyed visiting nearby Crail as well. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynne W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful accommodation!
Wonderful accommodation in a perfect location with comfortable bedrooms, outstanding living spaces, and a friendly and super helpful host -- we recommend highly!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tobbie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house!
Wonderful home. Thank you so much!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Edward A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
At the heart of St Andrews
Marian's cottage is at the heart of the original town of St Andrews. It is comfortable and quiet - perfect for a visit to the old town, a golfing weekend, or a university graduation trip. The kitchen is very well equipped and the beds were generally comfortable. I highly recommend it.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

George C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautifully presented & perfectly located
Had a lovely couple of days away celebrating our anniversary. Bunker cottage is spotless clean, well equipped and beautifully presented. In the heart of the town with easy access to parking and all amenities. Properly manager was a pleasure to deal with also. Can’t recommend highly enough
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent spot for a family weekend
Excellent property, well appointed, clean and centrally placed
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
St Andtewd
Lovely property, great location, nicely presented. Everything worked, water hot, heating etc and well equiped kitchen. Highly recommended
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy S., Denver

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice stay in St Andrews
Well located townhouse with all modern conveniences. Lovely backyard. Easy to walk to the major food, drink, shopping, and Old Course. Would stay again. Marian was a very responsive owner.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

About the host

Hosted by Marian Morton

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My husband and I both love travelling when we can find the time ! Like many people -we absolutely love the golfing town of St Andrews.
We try to fit in quality time here with friends and family as often as possible.

Why they chose this property

We bought this gem of a property because we have always loved the beautiful town of St Andrews- it is a special place for us as we have been visiting here for over 30 years -thanks to close friends living in the area.
We both fell in love with 'The Bunker Cottage' instantly -with its quaint historical charm and the beautiful garden to the rear .
The fantastic stone that it was built with so many ,many years ago was an immediate love of mine -especially when I saw that it continued to the beautiful feature stone wall in the rear garden - You’ll be amazed at the unbelievably thick stone walls internally!
We had wanted a house in St Andrews with a truly central location -as we plan to spend a lot of time here exploring with our family and friends. We knew this was it -within minutes of coming through the front door!

What makes this property unique

The Bunker Cottage is so cosy and welcoming inside.
You can feel it's homely charm as soon as you walk through the front door. It's completely central to absolutely everything you could want from the heart of the town.
The Bunkers unique character gives its history -and many stories yet to unfold!
A true delight for worldwide golfers is that the World famous 'Old Course' is only a few minutes away. It's also positioned only a few minutes to the beautiful sandy beaches!
Historical buildings and landmarks are easily reached on foot.
There is just so much more - only a short walk away!
Most guests find that no car is required from this location to take in everything that St Andrews has to offer!
If you are travelling by car -even although we are right in the centre of town -we are so very fortunate to have parking bays right outside our front door for the ease of unloading !
There are plenty free street parking areas and free car parks and Free Parking Zone just a little further along North St to park up your car for the rest of your stay. The free zone and free areas are clearly signposted and easy to find in the evenings to park up.

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