Chance Inn, Fife — sleeps 8, 3 bedrooms + sofa bed in the snug · dog-friendly
Characterful stone holiday cottage in the quiet hamlet of Chance Inn, Fife — 9 miles from St Andrews and the East Neuk coast. Sleeps 8 across 3 bedrooms plus a sofa bed in the snug. Exposed oak beams, log burner, sage-green shaker kitchen, garden with wishing well and long views over the Fife countryside. Dog-friendly. Solar panels with battery storage, air-source heat pump and EV charging.
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Nearby
St Andrews — 9 miles: the Old Course — the home of golf, cathedral ruins, cobbled streets, boutique shops and world-class restaurants
East Neuk coastal villages — 12 miles: Crail, Anstruther and Pittenweem; dramatic coastline, fishing harbours, the Fife Coastal Path
Cupar — 2.5 miles: shops, supermarkets, rail station
Good to know
Are dogs allowed, how many, any fee?
Dogs are welcome, up to 2. One dog stays free, and a second dog is £100 per stay.
Where do we park, how many cars?
Private driveway parking for 2 cars, plus free on-street parking outside.
Is there EV charging nearby or on site?
There's a 7kW EV charger at the cottage, available for guests at a small charge.
What time is check-in and check-out?
Check-in is from 2pm and check-out is by 10am.
Is early check-in or late check-out possible?
Early check-in or late check-out can often be arranged on request, free of charge, depending on other bookings.
How do we get in (key safe, lockbox, met)?
Self check-in with a key safe; the code and directions are sent before arrival.
Are there stairs; is there a ground-floor bedroom?
Single-storey, with all three bedrooms on the ground floor. A ladder leads up to the mezzanine.
Is there step-free access?
One step up to the front door, then level access throughout.
What is the bed configuration?
Bedroom 1 has a king bed, bedroom 2 a double, and bedroom 3 bunk beds, plus a sofa bed in the snug. Sleeps 8.
Is there a cot and highchair?
A travel cot and highchair are available; let us know when booking.
Is there Wi-Fi, and how fast?
Fibre Wi-Fi at around 25Mbps.
What is mobile signal like?
EE has the best signal at the cottage, and Wi-Fi calling works on the Wi-Fi.
What heating is there (incl. wood burner)?
Central heating from an air source heat pump, plus a log burner with the first basket of logs included.
Is there a garden or outdoor space; is it enclosed?
Private garden, partly enclosed, so keep dogs on a lead or supervised.
Is there a washing machine / dryer?
Washing machine and tumble dryer.
Are bed linen and towels included?
Bed linen and bath towels are included; bring your own beach and dog towels.
How far to the nearest pub, shop, beach or walks?
The Ceres Inn and a village shop are a mile away in Ceres. St Andrews is a 10-minute drive, there are several beaches within 15 minutes, and walks close by, including the Fife Pilgrim Way.
Minimum stay and changeover day?
Changeover is flexible for most of the year, and peak summer weeks run Saturday to Saturday. The live quote shows the minimum stay for your dates.
What is the cancellation policy?
The deposit is refundable if you cancel at least 8 weeks before arrival.
Any extra fees (cleaning, deposit, levy)?
The quoted price includes cleaning, bed linen and towels. The only additions are a second dog and optional EV charging.
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