Guests say
Maisie Cottage is praised for its spaciousness, comfortable setting, and excellent location close to the harbour and local amenities. Guests appreciate the well-equipped kitchen, secure garden, and the property's suitability for both short and longer stays. While some guests mention the need for updating and maintenance, the overall experience is seen as positive, offering good value for money.
Cleanliness receives mixed reviews, with some guests finding the property very clean, while others report issues such as tea-stained mugs, a grimy bath, and general cleanliness not meeting expectations. The varied feedback suggests room for improvement.
The location is highly praised for being close to the harbour, local shops, cafes, and the Fife coastal path. Guests appreciate the convenience and the views, contributing to a positive experience.
Guests find the cottage comfortable, with a warm and spacious environment. However, some mention the need for a second bathroom and better quality beds, indicating that while comfort is generally good, there is potential for enhancement.
Facilities are adequate with a well-equipped kitchen and secure garden, but maintenance issues such as non-working lights, hard towels, and a temperamental shower are noted. These points suggest that while the facilities are serviceable, attention to maintenance could improve the overall experience.
There is no mention of gifts or special touches that would indicate thoughtfulness from the host. Therefore, it is not possible to provide a score in 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 gas 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 area’s 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 also a couple of sheds 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
Reviews (30)
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Katy
The cottage is so much bigger than it looks in the photos. We had a lovely time and the location is great for walks along the beach and watching the waves. St Monans is lovely and we recommend visiting Crail as well.
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Helen
As others have said the house could do with a little sprucing up, however it was spotles, perfectly placed for our plans and a bargain for a property which slept 6.
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Amy
While the house was a bit tired, it was a good location and size for our group. However, this was overshadowed by the poor communication from the agent lister and aggresive communication from the owner. The heating was set on a timer - owner did not know what the hours were and as guests we could not adjust timer or temperature. When we arrived it was below 14 inside and heating did not come on until 1 and 1/2 hours after check in time which meant we had to keep coats on. When we requested heating to be on during the day, owner was unpleasant and rude over the phone saying they had had complaints before but still booked out. This lack of control meant we were either cold when the heating was off most of the day or too hot when it was set high at night. The male host also showed up at check out time and berated us in a way that as a group of women made us feel very unsafe. He was mad about having to do basic cleaning after our stay.