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Carters Cottage is a 200 year old fully refurbished stone built weavers cottage.

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor dining
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi
Property grounds
Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Ceres, St Andrews, Scotland
  • Hill of Tarvit
    4 min drive
  • The Scottish Deer Centre
    7 min drive
  • Raptor World Interactive
    8 min drive
  • Edinburgh (EDI)
    58 min drive

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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.

Carters Cottage is a 200 year old fully refurbished stone built weavers cottage.

Ceres is ideally placed just 7 miles from St Andrews in the historic Kingdom of Fife and provides an ideal base to explore and enjoy the best of what the Kingdom has to offer. Located in the heart of the village, Carters Cottage is a 200 year old fully refurbished stone built cottage which externally retains the charm of a traditional weaver’s cottage, whilst internally providing all the facilities and comfort of modern living. The entrance to Carters Cottage is on a quiet private road (Back Latch) which serves only a handful of houses. The cottage has its own parking place immediately next to the garden entrance.
The accommodation is split over two floors. The ground floor is comprised of a substantial living room which has been sympathetically restored to expose the original stone gable end wall and fireplace. The fireplace now houses a wood burning stove which provides a cosy atmosphere on those cooler winter evenings. During the day the cottage is light and airy, as is typical of a traditional weaver’s cottage. By prior arrangement the ground floor bedroom can provide accommodation for either two single people or the beds can be linked to provide one super king sized bed for couples. The bedroom also has an adjacent bath and shower room. The spacious kitchen has a dining area for four people and is fully equipped enabling visitors to prepare everything from simple snacks to elaborate supers. On the upper mezzanine level the open plan second bedroom with ensuite shower room looks out over the vaulted ceiling of the two story living room below. The room offers a double bed, however, an additional child bed or cot can be provided on request. The upper level has views of the court yard and walled garden beyond. The cottage is equipped with a 4K Ultra HD television and has 24 hour fast internet access. Externally there is space to store equipment such as golf clubs, bicycles, canoes, surf boards etc. There is a flagstone patio with a table and garden chairs next to the cottage door and access to a larger seating area in the secluded walled garden; which is shared with the main house. Depending on the season the garden provides apples, rhubarb, raspberries, gooseberries, black and red currents which guests are welcome to pick.
Situated at the north of the Kingdom of Fife, this region has much to offer from historic working harbours and enchanting coastal villages, ancient castles and abbeys, to a royal palace. There is also a wealth of fabulous local food and drink that can be sampled at farmers markets, shops and eateries, not to mention the many famous distilleries that offer whisky or gin tours.
Out and about amid rolling hills, green forests and sandy beaches Fife offers hundreds of miles of cycle paths, footpaths and costal walks. From the door of Carters Cottage you can walk through the fields and woods to the Hill of Tarvit Mansion House and garden, climb the hill to enjoy the fantastic views over the surrounding countryside, then call in at Hatters for afternoon tea at the beautiful National Trust owned Edwardian Mansion House. In addition, Barbarafield Riding School is a short walk away or minutes by car which offers horse riding, hacking and lessons with qualified instructors. A selection of bicycles & cycle helmets are available to use when visiting Carters cottage, but its best to check availability in advance.
Carters Cottage is ideally situated to provide easy access to some of the most varied golf courses in Scotland from the famous Links courses to courses at charming inland venues. The locations may be set overlooking golden sandy beaches, within breath taking mountain scenery or heathland courses set amongst pine trees, silver birch and heather. Many courses including the old course at St Andrews are open to the public, but booking in advance is recommended.
Coastline cruises are available and boat trips in the summer from Anstruther to the Isle of May, a fascinating island that was once used by monks, Vikings and smugglers, but today houses one of Scotland’s oldest lighthouses and is home to large colonies of puffins and seals.
This cottage's great location gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Fife Folk Museum. You'll find features like breakfast (surcharge). The cottage includes amenities such as free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • The cottage offers a kitchen, a washing machine, and a fireplace
  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast is offered for a fee
  • Onsite recreation includes tennis courts and a playground
  • 8 minutes by foot from Fife Folk Museum and a 4-minute drive from Hill of Tarvit
This cottage offers its guests barbecue grills and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Cupar cottage is smoke free.

Property manager

Jacqueline Williams

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bath or shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • TV
  • Table football
  • Music library
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Fenced garden
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Cycling on site
  • Tennis on site
  • Golf on site
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby

Safety features

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

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Reviews

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chris S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great visit in Carter’s Cottage
Stayed a month and felt very relaxed. Well stocked kitchen, comfy furniture, two bathrooms and quiet surroundings. Thank you Jackie!!
Stayed 30 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Helen A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
A beautiful property both inside and out. The setting in the village of Ceres is very peaceful and the garden is a glorious suntrap all day long. The property has everything you need to relax and be comfortable. Jackie is a lovely host and addressed any questions and queries promptly. A lovely visit and I look forward to visiting again
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julia B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely stay
Lovely cottage which was well situated for accessing St Andrews and Cupar
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexander S., Stirlingshire

Liked: Cleanliness
Another great trip
It is always a great time staying at Carters Cottage in Ceres. Always made very welcome by the delightful host Jackie. She goes above and beyond as a host. We love this beautiful location with trips easy accessible to Cupar and St.Andrews.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorna H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous
Beautiful property in a lovely village setting. Very well equipped and comfortable with lovely decor and furnishings. Pretty, enclosed garden and right in the village.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice cottage in beautiful Scottish village
Very nice. It had everything we needed. We used this as our base to visit St Andrew’s and the surrounding area. Thanks for sharing your home with us.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian J., Corte Bella, Sun City West, Arizona

Liked: Cleanliness
Great little cottage
A great cottage for 2 people - we stayed a month. The cottage has everything you need and the village is well located for visiting the area and golfing. The ceiling in the upstairs bedroom is lower than it looks in the pictures but worked for our friends who stayed just a few days. Ceres has a pub with food and a restaurant but they are not open everyday. The Boudingait restaurant/pub in Cupar is a good alternative.
Stayed 30 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colin M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Colin Milne
A very enjoyable stay with very high standards of occupation.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan I.

Liked: Cleanliness
Scotland Getaway
What a delightful stay. This trip was just myself and my wife for vacation. Carters Cottage was so clean and comfortable for us, we wished we could stay a few more days!! Thank you to the property owner for having us!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan S., Longmont, CO

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful little cottage in adorable village
My friend and I loved staying in the Carters Cottage. It's very beautiful inside, modern kitchen & bathrooms, so cozy. We also loved the little village with several fun walks. I would highly recommend this place if you want a quiet and comfortable place to stay in a beautiful area of Scotland. The owner, Jacquline, is super nice and lives nearby.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn B., Southport

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous Cottage
This was our second visit to Carter's and we really enjoyed it. Jackie is a perfect host and the cottage is so well appointed - there was nothing more we could have asked for.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brendan B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Super Fife stay
Excellent property, central location to visit all the major attractions of Fife and beyond, very comfortable with an excellent hostess. Really enjoyable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacqui B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Carter’s Cottage
The cottage was great - we got a warm welcome from Jackie our host with home made scones and brownies! It was clean & comfortable and she made sure we had everything that we needed
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Carters Cottage
I absolutely loved this cottage and wished I could have stayed for longer. Jacqui is a wonderful host and is so friendly and helpful. She’s also a good cook as the “welcome in” scones are delicious. The cottage is gorgeous. It’s well kitted out and so comfortable. If I could buy it and live there I would!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Carter's Cottage - 2nd Visit
Amazing place to stay. Home from home. So welcoming and you have everything you need and more for a perfect get away. Our Host Jackie made us feel so welcome and is a lovely person to meet. Looking forward to our next stay. 10/10 & highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dave C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful cottage - will stay again
This is a lovely cottage that added to the quality of our short stay in Fife. It is a stunning combination of old and new with plenty of space to entertain and high quality of fixtures and fittings. Jacqueline was great at communicating and very welcoming. We would definitely recommend Carter's cottage to anyone wanting to stay in this area and it will be the first place we check when we come back in the future. Thanks Jacqueline for a wonderful stay
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Narelle D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cosy and warm cottage
This is a beautifully restored cottage in a beautiful village within driving distance of all the coastal fife highlights. I stayed with a friend and we loved this magical home. It was warm and cosy and we did not want to leave!! A gorgeous home away from home to relax in front of the fire in the evenings and take lovely baths. Would love to stay here again!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

James S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peace
Immaculate property. perfect host and a lovely relaxing atmosphere
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

John S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very cosy
Really enjoyed our short winter break at Carters Cottage. The cottage is beautiful and was ideal for chilling after a busy Christmas and New year. The cottage is very well equipped and a great location for exploring the East Neuk of Fife. Highly recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kemi F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Cottage
Home away from home. We had such a cosy and refreshing time here. Thanks Jacqueline.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daryl B., Calgary, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming Cottage
Great cottage. Great value and location. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracy B., Brunswick

Liked: Cleanliness
Just perfect
My husband and I made a very short trip to Scotland, too short so we will need to come back. However, our stay in Cupar was wonderful. The flat was just perfect, warm, clean cozy, and just really really nice. The kitchen was roomy, had everything we needed, the bed was comfy and we were plenty warm. The location was perfect. We went to a little pub right down the street, cannot remember the name, but the food was great. The little shop was right down the road and it was a quick drive into Cupar town center. We just loved our visit, just wish it was longer but at least we got the opportunity to come to Scotland .. Next time, a much longer visit is a must !
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

paul b.

Liked: Cleanliness
excellent experience
we wanted to spend a few days exploring a part of Scotland we didn't know. This cottage was ideally situated to let us do that. Jacqueline was very welcoming and helpful thoroughly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Great little cottage
Lovely roomy cottage in an ideal place to explore the East Neuk of Fife. Highly recommend for families or friends.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely place to stay
Carters Cottage is a lovely little cottage to stay in. We stayed for a week mainly to use it as a base for The Dunhill Links golf tournament and it was the perfect base for that. If you want a nice quiet place to stay with the ability to get to places like St Andrews, Dundee or bigger cities easily then this is ideal. Jackie is a great host. Communication was prompt, and the friendly welcome we received on the first night was really nice. I got the feeling nothing would have been to much trouble and that was great to know. Overall, a fantastic stay and when we are next planning a trip to Fife we'll be looking to book here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023