Guests say
Maisie Cottage is a spacious, well-equipped holiday home in a fantastic location close to the harbour and coastal walks. Guests appreciate its comfortable beds, large kitchen, and enclosed garden, making it ideal for families and dog owners. While the property is not the most modern and could benefit from some updates and extra bathroom facilities, it offers excellent value for money and a relaxing base for exploring the East Neuk. Most guests enjoyed their stay and would return, highlighting the cottageās charm and practicality.
Many guests found the cottage clean and tidy, but several mentioned issues such as cobwebs, stained mugs, and areas needing more thorough cleaning. While most found it acceptable, a few felt cleanliness could be improved.
The location is consistently praised, with guests loving the proximity to the harbour, coastal path, and nearby towns. The peaceful setting and sea views are frequently highlighted as standout features.
Guests generally found the cottage spacious and the beds comfortable, with a warm and homely feel. Some noted issues with soft mattresses, low-back furniture, and the inconvenience of having only one bathroom downstairs, especially for larger groups.
The cottage is well-equipped, especially the kitchen, and has a secure garden. However, guests noted maintenance issues such as faulty lights, curtains, and a temperamental shower. The lack of an upstairs toilet was a common drawback.
There are no specific mentions of welcome gifts or extra thoughtful touches in the reviews, so a score cannot be provided for this category.
About this property
Lovely large house situated in one of the picturesque fishing village of St Monans..
Ground Floor:
Living room: Freeview Smart TV, Netflix
Kitchen/dining room: Electric Oven, Gas Hob, Range, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine
Bathroom: Bath, Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 3: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds.
Gas central heating, gas, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot, two highchairs and stairgate. . Back garden with patio, garden furniture and BBQ. Bike store. On road parking. No smoking. Please note: There are 5 steps in the garden. Holidaymakers, couples and family bookings only.. Maisie Cottage is a comfortable, bright, and spacious three-bedroom house found in the village of St Monans, one of the popular villages dotted along the stunning Fife Coastal Path. Here you can enjoy some lovely walks along the coastal path and discover the areaās cultural history, the remains of Newark Castle, Ardross Castle, the turreted Elie Lighthouse, and the haunted Ladies Tower.As you enter the house there is a spacious living area with plenty of room for the whole family to gather around. There is a bright modern kitchen fully equipped with a dining area perfect for evening meals with views over the garden to the sea. At the end of the hall there is a family bathroom with a bath, shower cubicle and toilet, there is also a private garden with a lovely decking area offering sea views, ideal for relaxing on those long summer evenings. There is a shed tucked around the side of the house where you can store your bikes, should you wish to explore this truly beautiful part of Fife by bike. Upstairs there are three spacious bedrooms offering the choice of two double bedrooms and a twin room.Ideal for families or a group of friends looking to play golf in St Andrews which is just a 25-minute drive away, although there is a pub and restaurant in the village, Anstruther is just an 8-minute drive away with a lovely choice of shops, a fantastic bakery, delicious fish and chips and a wider choice for eating out. This is a lovely peaceful base for relaxing and exploring. The neighbouring village Pittenweem is 5 minutes away and holds many arts and crafts fairs in the summer, a must for art lovers and painters alike. Beach 2 miles.
Free WiFi
Families or couples only.
Holidaymakers only.
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Nearby points of interest
- Bellevue Farm Tours
- Kingsbarns Distillery and Visitor Centre
- Craigtoun Country Park
- St Andrews Cathedral
- Springback Distillery
- The Scottish Deer Centre
- National Museum Of Flight
- Tantallon Castle
- King's Caves
Reviews (37)
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Karen Williams
maisie cottage , lovely . perfect location , sea views were cool ! so much to see in area , will be returning .
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Confirmed Guest
Lovely cottage in nice little village. Limited amenities close by but ok if you have a car. Very well equipped. Only drawback is no toilet upstairs. . There were 6 of us so just one toilet was a bit of a bind, especially through the night. Would have given 5 stars if not for this. However, would definitely go back.
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Nina Duff
We Loved Maisie Cottage! It felt like a home from home. Plenty of pots, all the kitchen utensils you could need. And very comfy bed. We didn't mind that only bathroom was downstairs, but could be problem if you need to get up in the night.Loved the view of the water from kitchen and main bedroom, and the small enclosed garden was perfect for our dog.We went to Anstruther on the Saturday, and it was mobbed. It was so nice coming back to the peace and tranquility of St Monans after a day exploring!