Guests say
Rhum Cottage is highly praised for its cleanliness, comfort, and tasteful decor. Guests appreciate its quiet location, ideal for exploring Fife and nearby St Andrews. The cottage is well-equipped, though some minor maintenance issues are noted. It offers a cosy atmosphere with a log burner and is considered a home away from home by many.
Guests consistently describe the cottage as spotlessly clean and well-maintained, contributing to a welcoming and comfortable stay.
The cottage's location is appreciated for its tranquillity and proximity to local attractions, although some guests find it slightly remote with amenities a short drive away.
The majority of guests find the cottage very comfortable, with cosy furnishings and a warm atmosphere, especially during colder months.
Facilities are generally well-regarded, with a modern kitchen and generous bedrooms. Some guests mention minor issues with Wi-Fi and maintenance, but these do not significantly detract from the overall experience.
While many reviews express satisfaction with the cottage's offerings, there is no mention of gifts or special touches that would indicate a level of thoughtfulness from the hosts. Therefore, this score cannot be assessed.
About this property
St Andrews 6.8 miles. Set in a rural backdrop of a quiet Scottish hamlet is an attractive end terrace cottage, paces away from a Michelin Star restaurant, perfectly situated for a group of couples or small families wanting to enjoy a picturesque Scottish getaway. Rhum Cottage rests in a hidden away corner of Peat Inn where you're welcomed through a gate to the back entrance, finding a private patio which makes a great spot to sip on a peaceful morning coffee. The ground floor hosts a sociable space to gather with your loved ones, starting with a fully-functioning kitchen, equipped with an oven, hob, microwave, fridge, washing machine and a dishwasher, certain to entice any budding chef. Choose to dine alfresco in the summer or enjoy a casual meal in the sitting room as you unwind during a relaxing movie night while the wood burning stove offers a sense of comfort and charm. When sleep calls, escape to one of two double bedrooms; both well-presented in a bohemian style, accompanied by storage space and providing access to a stylish shower room where you can prepare for each day. The cottage rests in the quiet hamlet of Peat Inn, a secluded location in the East Neuk and its surrounding harbour towns, home to a unique Michelin starred restaurant, found right next to the property, where you can experience fine dining in the hotel and restaurant which dates back to the 1700s, a special experience for a memorable evening out. Head into the village of Ceres to pick up any essentials from the local store and pop into the village pub for a pint of ale, before meandering around the Fife Folk Museum and village green. Spend a day soaking up Scottish heritage in St Andrews, a historic university town with a renowned golf course, glorious sandy beach and fabulous aquarium, make sure to visit all the top tourist spots before heading to one of the many restaurants or cafés for a bite to eat. Visit the East Neuk of Fife for an exciting day exploring the scenic Scottish coastline, filled with sandy beaches, charming harbour towns and fresh seafood at stunning waterfront restaurants. The cottage is close to the traditional, picturesque harbour towns of St Monans and Crail with their beautiful harbours and quaint cafes. The stunning beach at Elie is a favourite for walks and a variety of water sports whilst Pittenweem another harbour town only 9 miles away, hosts numerous arts and crafts festivals and events which are always enjoyable. Anstruther (10 miles away) hosts world famous fish & chips that you can enjoy down by the harbour before you pop in and out of the town’s shops and cafés. Dundee is the nearest city, steeped in cultural history with the RRS Discovery (the last traditional wooden three-masted ship to be built in the UK and launched in 1901 for Antarctic research), and the famous V&A Museum. For golf lovers, nearby St Andrew’s boasts 7 golf courses including the world-famous ‘Old Course’. In addition, the world-renowned course at Kingsbarns is only 11 miles from the cottage. If you’re not spending a day in the capital city of Edinburgh, must-see attractions in the area include Falkland Palace & Garden, a National Trust for Scotland property with exceptional Renaissance architecture, and the Lomond Hills Regional Park which lies next to it, another NTS property at Kellie Castle & Gardens, and the popular seaside resort of Level further afield. Make Rhum Cottage your home away from home for your Scottish escapades. EPC Rating: Band F
The tranquil Scottish village of Ceres is a pretty destination with access to the Ceres Moor from Cupar and St Andrews, boasting an Annual Games at the village green, a village store, tea room and pub, as well as a museum and pottery shop. Nearby attractions include The Fife Pilgrim Way, and is just a short car ride away from Cupar, Level, Fife and St. Andrews to discover even more wonders of Scotland, making Ceres a quiet spot for an idyllic getaway.
Accommodation
All ground-floor.
Two double bedrooms.
Shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Open-plan living area with kitchen and sitting room
Electric central heating and wood burning stove in sitting room.
Electric oven and induction hob, microwave, fridge, washing machine, dishwasher, TV, WiFi, selection of books, games and DVDs.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Travel cot available.
Off-road parking available.
Private patio with seating.
One well-behaved pet welcome.
Note: Please keep your pet off the furniture, and don't leave them alone in the cottage.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 3.8 miles, pub 0.1 miles
Reviews (35)
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Alexander
Lovely and warm and comfortable. We loved the wood burner. The garden/outdoor area looked great but we didn't use it in the chilly October weather. There are no shops in the village (we knew that - personal info and a look at google street view) but there's a Morrison's, an an excellent M&S and an Aldi about six miles away, on the edge of St Andrews. The Peat Inn is expensive but excellent and there are plenty of other places to eat nearby - try Meldrum's in lovely Ceres. The countryside and coastal towns nearby are lovely and the views driving towards St Andrews superb. What's not to like. Communication with the owners was good. We would be more than happy to return to this delightful cottage in this lovely location. Highly recommended.
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Elizabeth
Although small it was fine for two adults and a Westie. It says for four but would be very cramped. Can't understand why there were two spacious bedrooms both with king size beds, much better to have one room for single beds for children. Very close to St Andrews which is glorious but virtually nothing nearby except for a very expensive restaurant. Nice little place but we like more space. Tried to vacuum before leaving but Dyson not working properly.
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Martin
Definitely recommend the Peat Inn for a special meal. Please note that the cottage is compact for 4 adults but as caravanners we managed ! Everything needed for an enjoyable stay was provided. We adhered strictly to the numerous requested instructions - arrival & departure times / bin emptying / bedding removal on departure etc. However when I tried to contact the owners to report some maintenance issues for the benefit of future guests all 3 numbers provided went unanswered, so I eventually left a voicemail on the 1st number for Dawn. At no point has anyone acknowledged my message or attempted to remedy any of the issues. It was also somewhat strange to receive a call from Sykes on the penultimate day of our stay to ask why we hadnât arrived ! At least I was able to tell them of the said issues. All very strangeâ¦..