Cottage in Scotland
Reasons to book
About this cottage rental
Set just a few steps from Elie's long, sandy beach, Norloch Cottage is a beautifully refurbished traditional cottage on sought-after South Street — a stylish coastal base for families, friends or golfers looking to enjoy the East Neuk. Elegantly decorated and thoughtfully extended to the rear, it combines original character with luxury finishes throughout.
The cottage sits only a short stroll from the High Street's bakery, newsagent, chemist, deli, ice cream and gift/coffee shop, so you can settle in and live like a local from day one. It sleeps up to 6 guests across three bedrooms, with two bathrooms.
The Space
Offering 100 m² of accommodation, the ground floor flows from a bright reception hall into an elegant sitting room with windows to both front and rear, original shutters, a feature fireplace with open fire and a cosy snug area — perfect for relaxed evenings after a day on the beach or the fairways.
At the back, a stunning contemporary kitchen/dining extension is flooded with natural light from pitched glazing and Velux windows, with glass folding doors opening straight onto the garden so you can drift in and out with ease.
✓ Elegant sitting room with feature fireplace and open fire
✓ Cosy snug area
✓ Smart TV and DVD player
✓ Complimentary WiFi
✓ Contemporary kitchen/dining extension with pitched glazing
✓ Glass folding doors onto the garden
✓ Original shutters and period character throughout
✓ Central heating
The fully equipped kitchen includes:
✓ Gas hob and electric oven
✓ Refrigerator and freezer
✓ Dishwasher
✓ Washer/dryer
✓ Microwave
✓ Cafetière, toaster and kettle
✓ Dishes, cutlery and kitchen utensils
Outdoor Space
✓ Completely remodelled three-level rear garden
✓ Patio off the dining area
✓ Astro-turf lawn
✓ Split-level deck with generous seating, planters and a firepit
Sleeping Arrangements
Master Bedroom (First Floor)
✓ Double bed
✓ Front-facing with traditional fire surround
✓ Wall-mounted TV
Bedroom 2 (First Floor)
✓ Double bed
✓ Calm, rear-facing
Bedroom 3 (First Floor)
✓ Cleverly designed bunk room — small double on the bottom, single above
Maximum Occupancy: 6 Guests
Bathrooms
Ground-Floor Bathroom
✓ Bath with overhead shower
✓ WC
✓ Wash basin
Shower Room (First Floor)
✓ Large shower enclosure
✓ Vanity unit
✓ WC
Property Features
✓ Sleeps up to 6 guests
✓ 3 Bedrooms (Double, Double, Bunk Room)
✓ 2 Bathrooms
✓ Steps from Elie's Sandy Beach
✓ Feature Fireplace with Open Fire
✓ Three-Level Garden with Firepit
✓ Free WiFi
✓ Smart TV
✓ Dishwasher & Washer/Dryer
✓ Central Heating
Perfect For
✓ Family beach holidays
✓ Groups of friends
✓ Golf breaks — Elie, Dumbarnie and St Andrews within easy reach
✓ East Neuk coastal escapes
✓ Couples with the whole cottage to themselves
Location
Norloch Cottage sits on sought-after South Street in Elie (56.188652, -2.816195), just a few steps from the village's long, sandy beach and a short stroll from the High Street's shops and cafés. The East Neuk's fishing villages are close by, and St Andrews and Fife's world-famous golf courses are within easy driving distance.
Nearby Attractions
✓ Elie Beach & Harbour
✓ Elie High Street Shops & Cafés
✓ Fife Coastal Path
✓ Ship Inn Elie
✓ East Neuk Fishing Villages
✓ St Andrews — within easy driving distance
Nearby Golf Courses
✓ Elie Golf House Club
✓ Dumbarnie Links
✓ Lundin Golf Club
✓ Leven Links
✓ Kingsbarns Golf Links
✓ Crail Golfing Society
✓ St Andrews Old Course
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 cottage sleeps up to 6 guests across three bedrooms — two doubles and a bunk room with a small double below and a single above.
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. A car is not necessary for exploring Elie itself.
Q: Is there outdoor space?
A: Yes, the rear garden has been completely remodelled into a three-level outdoor space with a patio, Astro-turf lawn and a split-level deck with seating, planters and a firepit.
Q: Is the property all on one level?
A: No, all three bedrooms and the shower room are on the first floor, reachable by stairs only. There is a bathroom on the ground floor.
Q: How close is the beach?
A: Elie's long, sandy beach is just a few steps from the cottage.
Q: Are children welcome?
A: Yes, children are welcome — the bunk room is ideal for them. Please note that this accommodation does not accept groups of young people (up to 18 years).
Q: Are pets allowed?
A: No, Norloch Cottage does not allow pets in the property.
Q: Is smoking allowed?
A: No, smoking is not permitted anywhere in the property.
Q: Can we host a party or event at the property?
A: No, parties and events are not permitted at the property.
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: D
Licence Number: FI-01014-F
