Playfair House | 1 min to Old Course | St Andrews

Beautifully Renovated Townhouse a Short Walk from the Old Course | Sleeps 7



Welcome to a beautifully renovated terraced townhouse in the heart of St Andrews. Just a short walk from the world-famous Old Course, this home is ideal for golf breaks, university visits, family holidays and weekends by the coast — West Sands Beach, the Royal and Ancient area, boutique shops, cafés and renowned restaurants are all close by.



Finished to a high standard, the townhouse blends modern comfort with a warm, welcoming feel, sleeping up to 7 guests across four generous bedrooms with two modern bathrooms and a guest WC.





The Space



Offering 184 m² of accommodation spread across multiple levels, the townhouse offers four generous bedrooms with quality linens and storage, plus two modern bathrooms to keep mornings simple for larger groups.



The sleek kitchen is fully equipped with high-end appliances and everything required for cooking at home, along with the everyday essentials for a relaxed stay. You will also find fast WiFi, central heating, a flat-screen TV and laundry facilities.



✓ Beautifully renovated interiors finished to a high standard



✓ Widescreen flat-screen TV



✓ Fast, free WiFi



✓ Dining area



✓ Private entrance



✓ Central heating







The fully equipped kitchen includes:



✓ Induction hob and oven



✓ Refrigerator and freezer



✓ Dishwasher



✓ Microwave



✓ Coffee machine



✓ Toaster and kettle



✓ Dishes, cutlery and kitchen utensils







Additional Facilities



✓ Washing machine and dryer



✓ Iron and ironing board



✓ Hair dryer







Sleeping Arrangements



Bedroom 1



✓ King-size bed



✓ Quality linens and storage



Bedroom 2



✓ King-size bed



✓ Quality linens and storage



Bedroom 3



✓ Single bed



✓ Quality linens and storage



Bedroom 4



✓ King-size bed



✓ Quality linens and storage







Maximum Occupancy: 7 Guests



For larger parties, Playfair House can also be booked together with The Whins Cottage located close by — together, both properties can accommodate up to 12 guests, a great option for larger golf groups.







Bathrooms



Bathroom 1



✓ Bath or shower



✓ WC and wash basin



Bathroom 2



✓ Bath or shower



✓ WC and wash basin



Guest WC



✓ Toilet and wash basin







Property Features



✓ Sleeps up to 7 guests



✓ 4 Bedrooms (King, King, Single, King)



✓ 2 Bathrooms plus Guest WC



✓ Short Walk to the Old Course



✓ 184 m² over Multiple Levels



✓ High-End Kitchen Appliances



✓ Fast, Free WiFi



✓ Washer and Dryer



✓ Central Heating



✓ Can Be Paired with The Whins Cottage for Groups of up to 12







Perfect For



✓ Golf breaks — larger groups can add The Whins Cottage nearby



✓ Family holidays



✓ University visits



✓ Groups of friends



✓ Weekends by the coast







Location



Playfair House sits in the heart of St Andrews, just a short walk from the world-famous Old Course, West Sands Beach and the Royal and Ancient area, with boutique shops, cafés and renowned restaurants all close by (56.341996, -2.800289).







Nearby Attractions



✓ The Old Course — around 1 minute away



✓ West Sands Beach



✓ R&A Clubhouse



✓ St Andrews Town Centre Shops, Cafés and Restaurants



✓ University of St Andrews



✓ British Golf Museum







Nearby Golf Courses



✓ St Andrews Old Course



✓ The New Course



✓ Jubilee Course



✓ Castle Course



✓ Kingsbarns Golf Links



✓ Crail Golfing Society



✓ Dumbarnie Links



✓ Lundin Golf Club







Parking



Parking is available on street close to the property. Spaces are not allocated and can be limited during peak periods.



Parking details are correct at the point of publication. Car park charges, capacity, opening hours and availability are set by third parties and may change without notice, and we cannot be held responsible for inaccurate information.







Frequently Asked Questions



Q: How many guests can the property accommodate?



A: The townhouse sleeps up to 7 guests across four bedrooms — three kings and one single.



Q: Can we accommodate a larger group?



A: Yes — for larger parties, Playfair House can be booked together with The Whins Cottage located close by, accommodating up to 12 guests across the two properties.



Q: Is parking available?



A: Parking is available on street close to the property. Spaces are not allocated and can be limited during peak periods.



Q: Is the property all on one level?



A: No, the townhouse is spread across multiple levels, with stairs between floors.



Q: How close is the Old Course?



A: The Old Course is about a one-minute walk from the house.



Q: Are children welcome?



A: Yes, children are welcome. Please note that this accommodation does not accept groups of young people (up to 18 years).



Q: Are pets allowed?



A: No, pets are not allowed in the property.



Q: Is smoking allowed?



A: No, smoking is not permitted anywhere in the property. Parties and events are not permitted.



Q: Is it cheaper to book directly with us?



A: Yes. Booking direct is cheaper. Use a discount code from our website, or sign up to our newsletter to receive one.







EPC Rating: C



Licence Number: FI-02247-F