Nestled in the St Andrews countryside, The Balone Garden Cottage offers a serene escape with its peaceful open-plan kitchen lounge and wood burning stove. Unwind on the patio or indulge in a restful sleep thanks to the Dyson Purifier's cooling feature, while enjoying luxurious comforts like a Smeg ceramic hob and Smart TV.
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1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 245 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Free Wi-Fi
Outdoor space
Parking available
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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.
Balone Garden Cottage | Wood Burner
The Balone Garden Cottage is a luxury retreat with spectacular views over the St Andrews countryside and a wood burning stove. The cottage has been finished to the highest standard and comfortable sleeps 2 in a double bedroom with access to the patio via the French doors. The open-plan kitchen lounge is peaceful whether the bifold doors are open to the fresh air or cosy with the wood burner. Property features a Dyson Purifier which purifies, humidifies and cools the bedroom in the cottage. The property has it's own entrance on the ground floor and free parking for one car at the end of the driveway. The accommodation layouts are as follows:
Ground Floor - 1 double bedroom with luxury mattress and with full wardrobe. Perfect for guests with mobility requirements. The bathroom has a large walk in shower with a Lusso hand wash basin, a wall hung WC and a delightful Spanish caustic tile floor. Whilst there is no garden available with the cottage, there is an enclosed patio garden via the French doors in the bedroom or via the bifold doors in the lounge. The kitchen has a dishwasher, a fridge, a Smeg ceramic 2 ring hob, and a high spec oven/microwave. There is no washing machine available for guest use. In the lounge, there is a small dining table with a Smart TV and logs are provided for the wood burner.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Wood stove
Entertainment
TV
Outdoor areas
Garden
Patio
Comfort
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a rural location
Things to do
Golf
Golfing nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
Checkin 16:00-00:00
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
Optional extras
High chair fee: GBP 20 per stay
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
About the area
Located in St. Andrews, this cottage is in a rural area. St. Andrews Links and Old Course at St Andrews are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Tannadice Park or Dens Park. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing. Visit our St. Andrews travel guide
Is Balone Garden Cottage | Wood Burner pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Balone Garden Cottage | Wood Burner?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Balone Garden Cottage | Wood Burner?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Balone Garden Cottage | Wood Burner?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Balone Garden Cottage | Wood Burner located?
Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Craigtoun Country Park and University of St. Andrews. The Duke's St Andrews and St. Andrews Botanic Garden are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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Balone Garden Cottage | Wood Burner Reviews
Reviews
Exceptional
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This is an absolutely beautiful property. We stayed for two days during a quick visit to Scotland. The property is exactly as advertised, in a beautiful location. It’s very peaceful and the perfect place for a short rest.
The Garden Cottage was everything we could have wished for on our weekend visit. Impeccably clean, stylishly designed, thoughtfully filled with exactly what we needed to feel like a ‘home from home’. Local advice of where to visit and where to eat was spot on and we cannot recommend the cottage enough. Pure perfection!
My wife and I absolutely loved spending the day reading and relaxing by the wood stove looking out over the fields, watching sunrises together.
The check in process was easy, and everything was clean and extremely well maintained.
The bed was fantastic to sleep on. We loved it so much we booked an extra night!
It's a short drive to St. Andrews and a number of farm shops and other small towns. Well worth the stay!
John M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Brian
8 June 2025
Perfect couples cottage
Standard of accommodation and the quietness
Bedside reading light would be a minor improvement
Brian
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Claire
18 Apr 2025
5 stars
Amazing cottage, very modern and lovely wood burner
Stunning views, but make sure you get good directions!
This place is a stunner. The views of St. Andrews are out of this world from this little cottage. The owners did a spectacular job of putting this place together and decorating it. It's all very new and fresh and modern. The door was a little weird to figure out at first, but once we did, all went well. Bed was comfortable, but I think it's a stretch to call it a king size... at least by American standards. However, it was very comfortable. The only thing I would say is if you're older, you may have trouble with the bed and possibly the couch - they're both low to the ground, especially the bed. It's not on a frame, so you're right on the ground. An older person would really struggle to get in and out of it, I think. But it was comfortable, plenty of closet storage in the bedroom. Views - again - wonderful.As for finding the cottage? Well, that was fun. We actually ended up on the cart path of the golf course across the street - yes, on the actual cart path - before we realized the navigation system didn't really know where to go. So it would be a little more helpful to maybe add a pin to the directions or some other kind of way to find the cottage using a car's nav system. The link in the welcome email is correct, but getting that into a rental car's nav is the sticky part. Don't put in Balone Garden Cottage or Mount Melville in a car's nav because you WILL end up in the middle of a golf course!