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Family house near Elie, golf, beaches, sea view, great base for East Neuk

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Interior
Outdoor dining
Exterior
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7180 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

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

Family house near Elie, golf, beaches, sea view, great base for East Neuk

Large family house available with stunning sea and hill views, perfect for families and friends, plenty of space for 7 or 8. This lovely family home is much bigger on the inside than it looks from the outside! There is plenty of space over 3 floors to spread yourself out, as well as a sunny garden.
The name Steamdrifter comes from the kind of steam powered fishing boats once built in the village and used by the locals for fishing around the coast of Scotland. St Monans is still very proud of its boat building and fishing heritage.
The ground floor has an open plan living room with wood burning stove, smart TV, kitchen with huge island with bar stools and a solid oak floor. This leads through to a huge conservatory which contains the dining table, as well as a sofa and comfy chairs for relaxing and enjoying the view over the garden. There's garden furniture and a barbecue set for al fresco dining.
On the first floor is the master bedroom, a very large room with views over the harbour and the village, with an ensuite shower and toilet. Next door is a sweet twin room overlooking the back garden, beside the family bathroom.
Up the next staircase are 2 more bedrooms, a single room with great sea views, and a lovely double room looking over the hills and farmland to the north. There is also another sitting room facing south, with an open fire, and the best views of all, uninterrupted views over the Firth of Forth to the Bass rock, Berwick Law and the coast of East Lothian. Watch the ships going up and down, keep an eye out for dolphins!
The wifi signal is excellent on every floor, perfect for keeping in touch with family on Zoom or if you have a bit of work to do on Teams.
Rental includes basket of logs for wood-burning stove, coal for open fire on top floor, fresh eggs from our own hens when available. All towels and linen provided. Large shed at the bottom of the garden is perfect for cycles or canoes.
There are 2 grocery shops in the village and local supermarkets are well stocked and uncrowded. There are plenty of cafes and takeaways in the area if you don't want to cook.
This pretty village is a great base for exploring the East Neuk, with the beaches of Elie for swimming, sea-kayaking, sailing and canoeing, golf courses at Elie and Charleton, and of course St Andrews only 12 miles away. There are quirky shops, fine dining, historic sights and countryside walks all within a few minutes drive. Trips to the Highlands, Perthshire or Edinburgh are all easy from here. The village is about an hours drive from Edinburgh airport.
The East Pier Smokehouse and the Giddy Gannet provide good food all day while award-winning Craig Millar's seafood restaurant is there for fine dining. Pittenweem has galleries and cafes including the outstanding Cocoa Tree, with fabulous hot chocolate, and the best fish and chip shop in the area. The Cheese Farm is just along the road, for more than cheese, great lunches too. Ardross Farm shop can supply every need and Barnett's artisan breads are justly famous - feta and beetroot is one of my favourites. Kellie Castle with its wonderful garden is well worth a visit. Genteel Crail along the coast tempts with teashops and souvenirs. There's fresh and smoked fish from St Monans, and Balgove Farm Shop on the edge of St Andrews.
The house will be sanitized for each new set of guests and check-in is via a key in the key safe so no need to meet anyone unless you want to.
EPC=D

Property manager

Maia Sheridan

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Spices
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • Video library
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Fenced yard
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 3 total pets
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1938 sq ft (180 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
3 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Family House Elie Golf Beaches Great sea Views St Monans
Family Elie Golf Beaches Great sea Views St Monans
Family House Elie Golf Beaches sea Views Great Base East Neuk
Family House Near Elie Golf Beaches Great sea Views
Family House Near Elie Golf Beaches Great sea Views

About the neighborhood

Map
St Monans, SCT

What's nearby

  • St Monans Heritage Collection - 5 min walk
  • Kellie Castle - 7 min drive
  • Elie Beach - 8 min drive
  • University of St. Andrews - 17 min drive
  • Old Course at St Andrews - 18 min drive

Getting around

  • Cupar Station - 20 min drive
  • Dundee (DND) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Ship Inn - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Anstruther Fish Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Cellar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The West End Bar & Gantry - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Waterfront - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Family house near Elie, golf, beaches, sea view, great base for East Neuk pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 3 total).

What time is check-in at Family house near Elie, golf, beaches, sea view, great base for East Neuk?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Family house near Elie, golf, beaches, sea view, great base for East Neuk?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Family house near Elie, golf, beaches, sea view, great base for East Neuk located?

Situated by the sea, this vacation home is steps from St Monans Heritage Collection, and within 3 mi (5 km) of Wood Haven and Billow Ness Beach. Elie Beach and Anstruther Golf Club are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Family house near Elie, golf, beaches, sea view, great base for East Neuk Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 73 out of 95 reviews" "
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9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Laura McBride

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house and location
Great host, easy check in and a great relaxing location. Garden lovely and sheltered
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann C., Stirling, Scotland

Liked: Cleanliness
Simply beyond perfect.
5 women catching up, blethering for Britain, and the perfect place to stay, chill and be really comfy. Nothing to fault. Love, loved it all, decor, comfy beds, plenty loos, well appointed & a brill location, nothing to fault. Would stay again in a heartbeat. Highly recommend!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun in Fife
Great location, comfortable, immediately felt at home.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kirstie L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic house!
Loved the property. Lots of space. We loved looking out of the windows as the views were amazing. The house felt welcoming and we could relax. We would love to go back again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Graduation
Had such a lovely stay , perfect for family group Enough space for everyone Host was a Delight absolutely recommend This is a family home and feels like your you are at home during your stay Its not show home it works perfectly has everything and super cosy
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Magda N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mrs
House is beautiful in perfect location.The house is equipped with everything you need, very clean and spacious, we are very pleased with our stay there.Is there good Wi-Fi sygnal,kitchen is amaizing.Perfect place to stay
Stayed 9 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Anne S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Breakaway
Property had everything we meeded, it was very spacious however it is rather dated, could do with being refurbished. It would be a good base for seeing the surrounding areas.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joyce O.

Liked: Cleanliness
May Weekenders
We loved our stay at St Monans The house was well siuated ,clean and had all essentials required for our weekend away We particlary enjoyed our meal out at The Smoke House and our walk along the coastal path as well as chilling out in the garden
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donald C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent holiday/family house
On arrival we were immediately impressed by the location, size and comfort of this fully equipped house. Nothing has been forgotten. The rear garden is an additional extra as it is a suntrap. The house is also in a great location to join the Fife Coastal Path and/or to drive to any of the Fife coastal villages. All in all we would highly recommend this family home should you be visiting St Monans or surrounding areas.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family holiday
The house was perfect for our family very well equiped, plenty of space inside to spread out, bedrooms and bathrooms as required by us all. Lovely wee village and lots to do and see in the area. Enclosed garden for dogs and fantastic conservatory with dining space. Owner left us eggs from her own hens and easter chocolates. Would highly recommend, thank you.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine d.

Liked: Cleanliness
Light, spacious and very well-equipped
We had a great stay at this property. Beds were very comfortable and the kitchen has everything you need. Small touches like the buckets and spades and fishing nets were a huge bonus for the kids. Lovely sea views.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth M.

Liked: Cleanliness
October break in the East Neuk
Lovely house, very well appointed. Easy to get to and great access to harbour and coastal path. Good location for trips to fishing villages, beaches and St Andrews. Would visit again!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandra W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay
The property has a rustic charm, nicely set out with everything you need for a home from home experience. Clean fresh bed linen and towels and lots of great info on arrival. A lovely little welcome pack and instructions on all appliances etc. a great bolthole for exploring the local area and the local attractions. We would have loved to have stayed longer, and will definitely be back for an extended stay.😊
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Margaret M.

ENJOYABLE WEEK
Spacious property Very well-equipped Detailed and helpful information from owner Property would have benefited from deeper clean and reduction in some of house contents We very much enjoyed our week in St Monan’s
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Janice W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quaint St Monans
Very spacious well equipped property with excellent sea view from third floor. Lovely conservatory with large dining table. Good sized garden fully enclosed abd safe for children and dogs. Patio in need of tidy up. Overall everything we needed and would return.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Debra, Leeds

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely area, house very well equipped.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Jayne A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely stay in beautiful surroundings
Good size for the 7 of us and everything we needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gail D.

Liked: Cleanliness
St Monans
Fabulous location and homely house with plenty comfortable accommodation to choose where you relax. Wonderful stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tranquility in St. Monan
Loved the house, very spacious, clean and well equipped with great views of the harbour at St. Monans. Only a short walk down to the harbour and we found it very peaceful.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
The property in Saint Monans was perfectly situated near Pittenweem & Elie & Crail & Anstruther was all nearby by a 10 minute drive and Saint Andrews was about 25/30 minutes away and everyone of these places were absolutely beautiful the property was also dog friendly which was amazing and had a beautiful closed off garden for the dog to be kept safe and there was amazing scenery and beautiful nature and walks all of the different places that we visited had amazing bars and restaurants so overall it was worth every penny
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janice S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely house
Property lovely, nice and clean with loads of space. Living room and kitchen flowed nicely through to conservatory out to sunny enclosed garden. Great views over pantile roofs out to sea from upper floors Lovely spot in st Monans, perfect for exploring the east neuk. Nice and quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hannah M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great family holiday spot
The house is a great spot for a big family gathering with lots of space for socialising! Huge conservatory out into a lovely garden as well as two living rooms with lovely sea views. The bedrooms were very comfortable and the three bathrooms/toilets was useful. Lots of baby equipment too which was very helpful!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

6/10 Okay

Mary W.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Nice large house.
The house is very cluttered and in need of some tlc. Perfect for a family gathering with a large dining area
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leslie J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous
Ideal accommodation for the family coming together for Christmas. Comfortable, clean, well equipped and spacious. Warm and cosy. Lovely log burner. Could not fault it. Thanks
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022