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  • House
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 3 nights min stay
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Key information

  • 100% refund within 24 hours after booking. See Policies & House Rules
  • Nearest beach 4 mi
  • Child friendly
  • Car advised
  • No pets allowed
  • Private garden

From the owner

The Shieling is a purpose built, award winning holiday house which is finished and furnished to a high standard. This eco style property, with grass roof, nestles discretely into the hillside, only a 10min drive from St Andrews. The property has a full glass frontage to take advantage of its panoramic views over Tayside, The Eden Estuary and St Andrews bay. Offering a peaceful and relaxing location, with lawns and patios enveloping the property, our guests have the exclusive use of ample outdoor recreational / BBQ areas and garden fireplace.

The accommodation consists of a large, contemporary, open plan living/dining/kitchen area with log burning stove in addition to the full LPG central heating. Tastefully furnished and finished with oak flooring throughout, it is equipped with a 40" flat screen TV, and free WiFi. Patio doors open from the lounge onto the large paved terrace and garden grounds with its spectacular views.

To the rear of the property there is a covered patio with outside fireplace.

The generous master bedroom has a super king bed, ample storage, double wardrobes and En-suite with bath. There are sliding glass doors to the patio/garden, or you can enjoy the views from the comfort of your own bed! There is also sufficient room for a travel cot if required.

The second bedroom offers twin single beds, fitted wardrobe and vanity desk. This room also has sliding glass doors opening onto the patio/garden.

A spacious family shower room is adjacent to the second bed room.

There is a utility/laundry/storage room with washing machine, tumble drier, microwave, iron and ironing board. There are also outdoor drying facilities.

There is a spacious entrance porch which houses an additional fridge/freezer.

The surrounding countryside offers excellent scenic walks, over hills and through woodlands.

Many beautiful beaches are only a few minutes drive.

There is easy access to road and rail links, making it a desirable base for touring much of Scotland.

Day trips may be made to St Andrews, East Neuk, The Highlands, Glencoe, the Angus Glens, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Loch Lomond, the Trossachs etc, etc - an endless list.

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Amenities

Bed & bathroom

  • 1 King Beds
  • 2 Twin beds
  • 1 Crib
  • 1 En suite, 1 Wet room

Families

  • Great for children of all ages
  • No pets allowed
  • Crib
  • High chair

Access

  • Parking
  • Accessible for wheelchair users — please contact the owner for details before booking

Essentials

  • Wi-Fi available
  • Private garden
  • Patio
  • Sea view
  • Internet access
  • Central heating
  • Fireplace
  • Stove
  • Fridge
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Toaster
  • Kettle
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Clothes dryer
  • Iron
  • High chair
  • TV
  • Satellite TV
  • DVD player
  • Linen provided
  • Towels provided

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The Shieling – Home 5257784

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    Check in: 16:00 Check out: 10:00
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    Smoking

    No smoking at this property

    House rules

    No parties and no pets.

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    About the owner

    Moira M.
    Average reply time:
    31 minutes

    Calendar last updated:
    09 Apr 2024

    Years listed:
    9

    Based in:
    United Kingdom
    Languages spoken: English
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    Familyof4Edinburgh
    Edinburgh

    If you love a quiet setting with views to die for close to St Andrews this is for you
    Feb 2024

    This is a very special lodge. Windows 180 degrees round the lodge facing down lucklawhill over the Eden estuary towards St Andrews. A car is required making St Andrews and Cupar a quick 10 minute dr… More 

    12 Feb 2024

    This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on all reviews.

    DDD999
    Hong Kong

    What else could one ask for? One word, none ..... actually nonewhatsoever!
    Jun 2023

    The Shieling is arguably the best self-catering accommodation we have experienced in the whole of the UK. Not only was the host Moira took a personal approach to all communications, she was fastidiou… More 

    9 Jul 2023

    This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on all reviews.

    Fifegal
    Fullerton, California

    Amazing
    Aug 2022

    This is the most wonderful house with views that just don't stop and are ever changing. The house itself is perfect, one doesn't want for anything. The owner was close by and very kind. Bot… More 

    27 Nov 2022

    This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on all reviews.

    Fulloxrh

    Stunning
    Oct 2022

    A beautiful and quiet and comfortable property with stunning views. Great communication by Moira. Absolutely recommended.

    28 Oct 2022

    This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on all reviews.

    Chris M
    Edinburgh, United Kingdom

    Stunning house and views
    Oct 2021

    Magnificent views in a beautifully unique and comfy house in tranquil surroundings. Arrived home today and already booked for next year.

    30 Oct 2021

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    Review 1-5 of 79

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