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Smuggler's Well: Cosy retreat in traditional fishing village.

Smuggler's Well: Cosy retreat in traditional fishing village.

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Exterior
Kitchen living area with sofa bed
Room
Living area
Living area

Overview of Smuggler's Well: Cosy retreat in traditional fishing village.

Reviews
9.8 out of 10 Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen

Explore the area

Map
Cellardyke, SCT
  • Popular LocationBillow Ness Beach17 min walk
  • Popular LocationAnstruther Golf Club19 min walk
  • Popular LocationSt Fillan’s Cave9 min drive
  • AirportEdinburgh (EDI)77 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Smuggler's Well: Cosy retreat in traditional fishing village.

Just metres from the ocean, Smuggler's Well is a characterful retreat in the picturesque village of Cellardyke in the East Neuk of Fife. Sleeps 2-3 (or 2+baby) in one bedroom with king size bed and a sofa bed.
The modern kitchen area is well equipped for all cooking needs including a Bosch tassimo coffee maker. The sitting area includes freeview TV and bluray DVD player with a selection of movies, games and books, and there is free wifi throughout the property.
Egyptian cotton linen, towels and robes are provided. The outside sitting area includes a lower courtyard featuring the original well for the property, which dates back to 1800. Steps lead up to a sunny upper courtyard with a table and chairs, barbecue and chiminea.
Smugglers Well can be rented along with the upper apartment, Smugglers Neuk, when available, making it ideal for couples travelling together who want their own space.

Property manager

Kirsten McKenzie
Premier Host
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed
1 well behaved pet.

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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit

About the area

Anstruther

Located in Anstruther, this apartment 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. Scottish Fisheries Museum and La Petite Epicerie are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and cycling.
Map
Cellardyke, SCT

What's nearby

  • Billow Ness Beach - 17 min walk
  • Anstruther Golf Club - 19 min walk
  • St Fillan’s Cave - 9 min drive
  • Kellie Castle - 10 min drive
  • Elie Beach - 18 min drive

Getting around

  • Leuchars Station - 24 min drive
  • Dundee (DND) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • Anstruther Fish Bar - 7 min walk
  • Dreel Tavern - 15 min walk
  • The West End Bar & Gantry - 5 min drive
  • Kinneuchar Inn - 11 min drive
  • The Ship Inn - 11 min drive

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fife Holiday
We spent a week at Smugglers' Well enjoying Fife and all it has to offer. The apartment was very cozy, clean and well equipped. We used it as a base to explore St. Andrew's, Crail, Anstruther, Edinburgh and other small surrounding towns. We began to feel part of the community after meeting some local musicians at The Haven and attending their CD release. The narrow roads were a bit stressful for Canadians who are used to much wider streets, but they were part of what made the area so charming. We loved our time here.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lesley K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely wee cottage in a great location
The cottage was small but perfectly well appointed with everything you could need, except perhaps somewhere to put toiletries etc (a small dressing table perhaps?). The living room and bedroom were both very comfortable and the shower excellent. We felt the finish throughout was good and we would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fiona R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fab wee cottage
This was an ideal little cottage, we knew the location was perfect as we have been to cellardyke before. Would defo recommend and would use this accommodation again...perfect! Only downside I hurt my back when we were away. Fiona
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful!
The property was modern yet cozy and provided everything needed for a home from home stay. It was decorated and equipped to a high standard. Good communication from Kirsten when enquiring about the dogs. Will definitely be back 😃
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fiona

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great property in a nice location. Lovely and helpful host. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

About the host

Hosted by Kirsten McKenzie

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Languages:

English

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