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The Old Shepherd's Cottage

Cottage in Cupar with kitchen and fireplace

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Dishwasher, high chair
Dishwasher, high chair
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Fireplace
Escape to the Scottish countryside at The Old Shepherd’s Cottage, where rural tranquility meets city convenience. With a woodburner in the living room and a well-equipped kitchen, unwind on this working farm and enjoy scenic walks from your doorstep or visit nearby attractions like St Andrews and Dundee's V&A museum.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Old Shepherd's Cottage

The Old Shepherd’s Cottage is a great location to combine a rural escape with a city break. Spend a day walking in the countryside, visit the beaches of the Eask Neuk or spend a day at the V&A in Dundee.. 3 steps to entrance.

All on the Ground Floor:

Living room: Freeview Smart TV, Woodburner

Kitchen/dining room: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Slow Cooker, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Coffee Machine

Utility Room: Microwave, Washer Dryer

Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed

Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds, Single (2ft 6in) Bed

Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet. Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial logs for wood burner included. Travel cot and highchair available on request. Welcome pack.. Garden with patio, garden furniture, firepit and BBQ. Bike store. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking. Please note: There are 9 steps from the parking area to the back door.. The perfect escape for couples, friends and family who want to spend time together, this location couldn’t be better for relaxing, unwinding and leaving the stresses of everyday life behind.

This detached cottage, which is all on one level and set on a working farm, is a real home from home, and is warm and welcoming at any time of the year. The Old Shepherd’s Cottage is a great location to combine a rural escape with a city break. Dynamic Dundee, home of the only V&A museum outside London, St Andrew’s, the home of golf, and Perth for great shopping and places to eat, are within easy reach. Explore Falkland and Culross, attractive historic villages and ’Outlander’ locations, Dunfermline, the capital of Scotland until the 17th century, and the picturesque East Neuk with its sandy beaches, coastal walks and picture postcard villages. Edinburgh is less than an hour’s drive or train journey away.

The cottage is beautifully presented throughout. There are two attractive bedrooms, one with a kingsize bed and the other with twin beds with a third bed suitable for a child. The cosy living room has a wood burner and is a great place to relax and spend a lazy afternoon with a good book. The kitchen is well quipped and offers plenty of space to dine as well as good quality appliances. Outside, the enclosed garden with outside seating area is perfect for sitting in after a day playing golf or walking.

Enjoy the wildlife and young farm animals in season, soak in the view and watch the world go by. Walk out into the countryside from the cottage and there are miles of rough tracks and footpaths to explore. At the end of the lane there is a regular bus service to St Andrews if you want to leave the car behind. As well as championship golf courses, the city has two sandy beaches and a pretty harbour. There is much to explore in this historic city with galleries, a cinema, quality places to eat and local and independent shops. Just a short drive takes you to traditional market town of Cupar which sits on the banks of the River Eden. This fascinating town has much to offer with port gates and medieval closes, and has plenty of fine places to eat and a particularly fine selection of independent shops. For a family day out, visit the Scottish Deer Centre or pack a picnic and head off to the sandy beaches at Tentsmuir Forest, which is also home to a grey seal colony. At the end of the farm road, about ½ mile, there is a country pub with a beer garden, and serving afternoon teas. Family days out nearby are Muddyboots Farm park which is 5 minutes along the road, Cairnie fruit farm in Cupar, Craigtoun Country Park, St Andrews. The property is also just off the main cycle route from Edinburgh to St Andrews, and for walkers, near the Fife Pilgrims Way walking route.

Free WiFi



The property is located on a working farm.

There are steps to external facilities.

Letting licence no.: FI01978F

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Fishing
  • Horseback riding nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

The guest will be charged 50% amount for a cancellation after the reservation is made.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number FI01978F
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property is also known as

su-UK34214-UK34214

About the area

Located in Cupar, this cottage is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Craigtoun Country Park and Lomond Hills, while Fife Folk Museum and British Golf Museum are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Skydive St. Andrews, or consider a night out at Backhouse Rossie Estate. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like horse riding.
Map
Ladybank nr Cupar

What's nearby

  • The Scottish Deer Centre - 8 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Raptor World Interactive - 9 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Hill of Tarvit Monument - 11 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Falkland Palace - 12 min drive - 13.3 km
  • University of St. Andrews - 19 min drive - 23.3 km

Getting around

  • Springfield Station - 8 min drive
  • Dundee (DND) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Village Cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Africafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Bonnybank Mexican Bar & Restaurant - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Libos Fish & Chip Shop - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Old Shepherd's Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Old Shepherd's Cottage?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Old Shepherd's Cottage?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Old Shepherd's Cottage located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 2.5 mi (4 km) from Elmwood Golf and 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from Ladybank Golf Club. Hill of Tarvit Monument and Kingarrock Golf Course are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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