1 Balmashie Cottage, St. Andrews, KY16 8NP, United Kingdom
#23 of 135 vacation rentals in St. Andrews
Guests' ChoiceBased on 32 hotel reviews
9.2Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.6
Location
9.1
Facilities
9.4
Staff
9.3
Value for money
8.8
Free Wifi
9.2
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Reviewed: February 29, 2024
David
United KingdomNothing
Wonderful relaxing location reached by a track
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: September 11, 2023
Chris
United KingdomExtremely clean, excellent facilities and peaceful location.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: September 10, 2023
Lace
South AfricaGoogle maps was not very accurate regarding bus stops, so getting between the town and the house via public transport wasn't as easy as we initially thought. However, the taxi services are great; they're 24/7 and well priced. It is very close if you have a car.
The house is lovely and very well kitted; we had everything we needed. Everything is very modern and comfortable. Check-in and check-out were easy. The view is beautiful.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: September 4, 2023
Lorraine
United KingdomNothing, it was perfect.
This was an initial booking to attend a wedding at a venue nearby. The other friends that stayed at the cottage have also indicated they would like to come back to stay with their family/partner etc. I will definitely be looking to book at this property again. Stunning location, gorgeous property and everything you would need to have a wonderful stay.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: August 22, 2023
Dave
United KingdomAbout the only thing I didn't like was the double bed mattress was actually 2 singles, with quite a hard ridge down the middle. We could also have done with a little more hanging space in the double room, but there was space in the other bedroom
The cottage was very nice, well presented and good facilities
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: July 18, 2023
Stephane
CanadaThe beds were not comfortable, no dish cloth in the kitchen, no face cloth, no body wash in the shower.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: July 10, 2023
Kristen
United States of AmericaGetting a taxi was difficult if you don't have a car. Giving directions to the cottage for taxi pick up was troublesome.
Super cute little cottage not too far from town. Cottage was clean and well stocked for our stay. Host was very helpful when we first arrived.
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: June 26, 2023
Christina
United KingdomNothing.
Received a phone call from letting agents on day of my stay with full instructions. House was beautiful and very well appointed. Bed was super comfy. Very peaceful location.
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: June 11, 2023
John
United States of Americaperfect for us just 5 minutes from city
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: May 15, 2023
Lisa
AustraliaThe location was great
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: May 2, 2023
Catherine
United States of AmericaNothing I can think of.
Great location, quiet, safe area, clean, great amenities, directions were clear on how to access property.
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: March 17, 2023
Michael
United Kingdomprivacy yet near enough to the town
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: March 5, 2023
Adele
United Kingdomnothing
very comfortable and well appointed. wouldn’t hesitate to rebook.
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: September 12, 2022
Wendy
United KingdomLovely beautiful, peaceful location. Cottage gorgeous.
Stayed in September 2022
Reviewed: September 6, 2022
Marillat
FranceNA
Nice and cosy design , well equipped cottage in a quiet environment
Stayed in August 2022
Reviewed: June 28, 2022
Kate
United KingdomWe found the bedding uncomfortable. It might have been personal preference, but the mattresses perhaps needed updated.
Absolutely lovely accommodation, exceptionally clean and welcoming, in a brilliant location.
Stayed in June 2022
Reviewed: June 18, 2022
Kathleen
United KingdomNothing
It all suited our needs for the short stay. The cottage was well appointed and comfortable.we liked the darkened glazing which allowed us to see out perfectly but gave us our privacy at same time.
Stayed in June 2022
Reviewed: July 27, 2022
Rachel
United KingdomThere were no kitchen knives at all , no coffee machine/cafetiere, not even a dishcloth. No bin in kitchen or bedrooms. Not enough information on surrounding area e.g. footpaths from the properrty
Clean, bright, nice shower & nice towels
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: April 5, 2024
Marcin
BelgiumThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: October 24, 2023
Joanne
United KingdomThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: October 18, 2023
Shona
United KingdomThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: October 9, 2023
John
IrelandThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: June 8, 2023
Landy
United States of AmericaThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: January 3, 2023
Melanie
United KingdomThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in December 2022
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