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Beautiful 1850's Fisherman's Cottage on the sea front in prime location

Beautiful 1850's Fisherman's Cottage on the sea front in prime location

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The kitchen with dining table looking out to the water with log burner.
Front of the cottage from the sea wall
The Snug
Moody view from the Snug with the waves outside the window.
Beautiful sunrise looking to the East in the morning

Overview of Beautiful 1850's Fisherman's Cottage on the sea front in prime location

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill

Check out the area

Map
St Monans, SCT
  • Popular LocationSt Monans Heritage Collection2 min walk
  • Popular LocationKellie Castle8 min drive
  • Popular LocationElie Beach9 min drive
  • AirportEdinburgh (EDI)76 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Ensuite Bathroom

Shower only

Half Landing Bathrooom

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining Area

About this property

Beautiful 1850's Fisherman's Cottage on the sea front in prime location

Rockslea has the one of the best locations in St Monans with views out over the Firth of Forth and the local harbour, where there is always life and activity.

Set on the sea front and on the Fife Coastal path with unobstructed views over the Firth of Forth, Rockslea is a grade C listed fisherman's cottage built around 1850. You could quite literally throw a stone in the water from the front door! This beautiful cottage has been lovingly restored offering premium accommodation for up to four people. Rockslea's terrace, at the front of the house provides for an excellent sun trap, perfect for relaxing and early evening drinks.

Rockslea is equipped to a very high standard with free wifi provided for guests convenience, 40inch smart TV and blue ray DVD player installed to keep the kids entertained.

Rockslea's lounge is warm and inviting with solid oak furnishings which are complimented by the custom built window seat offering the perfect location to relax and watch the world go by or enjoy a book. The seamless transition provided by solid oak flooring into the kitchen and dining area offers a dining area that can accommodate 6 people comfortably with views to the sea. The kitchen benefits from a wood burning stove, which can be enjoyed from the comfort of the window seat provided here, all making for a sociable and integrated space for all to enjoy. Both rooms benefit from the beautiful exposed stone walls highlighting the original character of this period property.

The kitchen is fully equipped with range cooker, full height fridge freezer, microwave and dishwasher. There is a washing machine provided in a utility cupboard space. On the mid landing, there is a wet room with wc and sink with a second shower provided within the ensuite in the master bedroom. The master bedroom offers accommodation in the form of a superking size double bed or two standard size single beds dependant on the clienteles' requirements.

Bedroom 2 offers two single beds and dormer window with stunning views over the harbour, Firth of Forth and Lothian coast beyond. Loose seating is provided for those who wish to relax and enjoy this peaceful space. A small TV within integrated dvd player is wall mounted and offers some welcome space for parents who may wish to grab some time for themselves while the kids watch a film.
The cottage provides an excellent base for families and couples alike who wish to enjoy the local beaches and amenities of the East Neuk or golfers with top rated courses nearby at Kingsbarns and St Andrews; with an award winning restaurant 50 yards from the cottage.

Property license number is Fl 00276 P registered with Fife Council.

Property manager

Gus M
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Barbecue grill
Fireplace

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Property Registration Number FI 00276P

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the area

Anstruther

Located in Anstruther, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Old Course at St Andrews and St. Andrews Links are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda. La Petite Epicerie and Scottish Fisheries Museum are also worth visiting. Water skiing and windsurfing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and mountain biking nearby.
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St Monans, SCT

What's nearby

  • St Monans Heritage Collection - 2 min walk
  • St Fillan’s Cave - 8 min drive
  • Kellie Castle - 8 min drive
  • Elie Beach - 9 min drive
  • Billow Ness Beach - 12 min drive

Getting around

  • Springfield Station - 22 min drive
  • Dundee (DND) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • Anstruther Fish Bar - 7 min drive
  • Dreel Tavern - 6 min drive
  • The West End Bar & Gantry - 4 min drive
  • Kinneuchar Inn - 5 min drive
  • The Ship Inn - 5 min drive

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mary K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fisherman's Cottage on the Sea
This is a lovely cottage by the water in St Monans. It is tastefully decorated and comfortable. The kitchen was well equipped. Our host was very welcoming and responsive to any queries we had. We enjoyed walking around and exploring St Monans. The last night we enjoyed a superb dinner at the Craig Millar restaurant only two minutes walk away. Our stay passed too quickly and we were sorry to have to move on. Hopefully we shall return in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shona G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relax!
As always, we loved our time at Rockslea, it is our happy place!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent waterfront property in Scotland!
We had a great time overall here! There was quite a bit of roadwork going on which made everything extremely tight while driving which was not very fun. Having an actual clothes dryer of some type or combination would have been nice as well. Can’t beat the views, property itself, neighborhood, and the friendliness of everyone in the area!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sylvia C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect stay
Very lovely accommodation; well equipped, super clean and cosy; comfortable beds and amazing views!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

IAN H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
holiday let
Very high standard
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

About the host

Hosted by Gus M

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A Qualified Civil Engineer with a love of renovating old properties to a high standard

Why they chose this property

Prime location within the beautiful village of St. Monans with unobstructed views over the Firth of Forth and on the Fife Coastal Path. Built around 1850, Rockslea is a much loved home.

What makes this property unique

Unobstructed sea views from all rooms and the water is only a stones throw from the front door. Sun trap at the front of the cottage ideal for relaxing and watching the world or sea go by.

Equipped to a high standard, the cottage comes with a log burning stove, top quality solid oak furnishings throughout,

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