Guests say
Guests have praised Fisher Gallery for its beautiful furnishings, central location, and comfort. The property is well-equipped, with a particular mention of a good coffee machine and a welcome bottle of wine. The quirky character and tasteful decoration add to the charm. Some guests noted minor issues with cleanliness and maintenance, but overall experiences were very positive.
Most guests found the cottage to be clean and comfortable. However, one review mentioned finding personal items in drawers, raising concerns about the thoroughness of cleaning.
The location is consistently praised for being central, with easy access to local amenities and the harbour, making it an ideal spot for exploring the East Neuk.
The cottage is described as cosy, warm, and comfortable, with good-sized bedrooms and comfortable beds. One review mentioned an issue with the bedding arrangement, but overall comfort levels were high.
Facilities are generally well-regarded, with a good coffee machine and a sunny garden space. Some guests suggested improvements, such as a more powerful shower and clearer instructions for the heating system.
Guests appreciated the welcome bottle of wine, indicating thoughtfulness. However, as gifts are not guaranteed, this should be considered a pleasant bonus rather than an expectation.
About this property
This is a beautiful spacious house, full of charm and history, right in the heart of Pittenweem. Only a two minute saunter down Water Wynd, to the working harbour and on to the beach..
Ground Floor:
Living/dining room: 43" Freeview Smart TV, Electric Fire
Kitchen: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Coffee Machine, Washing Machine
Sun Room: (1 Step)
Separate Toilet.
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Zip And Link Super Kingsize Bed (2 x Singles On Request)
Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed, 32" Smart TV
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Attachment, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
Second Floor:
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet.
Electric central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and broadband included. . Enclosed back garden with courtyard, sitting-out area, garden furniture and BBQ. On road parking. No smoking. Please note: 8 steps in garden There are 8 steps leading up to the courtyard garden.. The Fisher Gallery is a gorgeous 18th Century (B-listed) mid-terraced house located in the centre of Pittenweem, one of the charming fishing villages found along the Fife Coastal Path. For the last 20 years home to an artist couple and their gallery, census data shows that even back in the mid 1840’s the property, listed as two separate dwellings, was part business as it housed amongst others a Drapery and one of several Fleshers in the High street around that time. Today, still boasting some original features with wooden beams throughout, it is full of character and charm.
Entry to the property from the side and you will come into a small lobby area off with access to the private courtyard to the rear – a great space for enjoying peaceful summer evenings with a drink. Bypassing the sunroom takes you, with a step up, through to the main house where the kitchen and downstairs toilet can be found. Further through to the open plan living and dining area that used to be the gallery. It has a beautiful stone chimney fireplace with an electric wood burner effect fire.
There is a spiral staircase leading to the first floor where you will find two spacious bedrooms, one with a double bed and the other with a king size, which can be split into two standard single beds. The first floor also has the main bathroom with bath and an attachment shower. From the landing stairs lead up to the 2nd floor to the shower room.
Pittenweem is a bustling fishing village and is known far and wide through its Art Festival, which occurs every year in early August. With all the local amenities on the doorstep, a fantastic local bakery, grocery shop, chocolate shop and cafés, pubs and restaurants and art galleries and craft shops. Within a handful of miles are farm shops, top class restaurants and a much wider selection of amenities.
There is so much to explore and discover in this beautiful part of Fife and beyond, with easy access to/from St Andrews, Edinburgh, Dundee, and Perth.
Please note: There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
Nearby points of interest
- Bellevue Farm Tours
- Kingsbarns Distillery and Visitor Centre
- Craigtoun Country Park
- St Andrews Cathedral
- Springback Distillery
- Tantallon Castle
- King's Caves
Reviews (20)
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Helen
A really lovely cottage & definitely revisit again. Beautifully furnished with all needs covered. Location perfect. Unfortunately in the main bedroom we discovered the drawers were all full of woman’s clothes, which did bring into question how good the cleaning had been. We had to remove them all and put in a cupboard. The request to make the twin beds into a double had not been done. Choice to either hang about waiting for housekeeper to turn up to change or leave our belongings with a stranger coming in while we were out, so we left it and had a double bed with 2 single quilts and a gap between mattresses. Not perfect. Disappointed that we under 24 surveillance from camera in the secluded garden. This was not in description and did make us slightly uncomfortable while enjoying some wine in the sun. Not sure if camera monitored our conversations! Not very romantic. Very comfortable warm cottage and appreciated bottle of wine, although uncomfortable drinking it on surveillance camera.
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Yvonne
Fantastic holiday cottage. We've stayed in lots in the area but this one was perfect. Beautifully decorated and very well kitted out. We will book again.
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Scott
Lovely cottage in a perfect location. 2 great cafes for neighbours and an amazing bakery just along the road! Perfect layout for family of 4. Thanks Scott