Old Fishergate House B&B St Andrews

Welcome To Our B&B

Situated a stones throw from the Castle, Old Fishergate House is one of the oldest houses in St Andrews dating from around 1650. Originally it was five fisherman's houses but it has been beautifully renovated to make one comfortable house. The house was awarded a Pride of Place Certificate in 2005 by the St Andrews Preservation Trust. The house is very well situated in North Castle Street with the University, Byre Theatre, shops and the golf courses all within walking distance.

About Us

Angus and Jennifer Mitchell have lived here since 1988 although it was in Jennifer's family since 1808 except for a period of 27 years from 1961. Many of the period details of the house have been kept intact and it has a natural welcoming charm creating a relaxed atmosphere and a haven from the bustling world outside. Old Fishergate House is a member of the Scottish Tourist Board and has a grading of 4 Stars Gold for Bed and Breakfast accommodation. Bedrooms are individually furnished and create a feeling of spacious luxury.

Each suite has:

♦  Private en-suite facilities
♦  Flat screen TV with DVD
♦  Hairdryer
♦  Free Wi-Fi Access
♦  A selection of books magazines

♦  Full central heating and hot towel rail
♦  Radio alarm
♦  Fridge
♦  Electric iron and ironing board
♦  Tea and coffee making facilities with delicious home made shortbread

Room Vacancy - 1

Old Fishergate House
35 North Castle Street
St Andrews
Fife
Scotland KY16 9BG UK
Telephone: 01334 470 874
Mobile: n/a

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St Andrews Local Information:

Old Fishergate House is situated in North Castle Street just 50 metres from St Andrews Castle and close to the Cathedral which now unfortunately in ruins was the largest in Scotland when it was completed in 1318. Much of the stone used to build the house came from St Andrews cathedral.

St Andrews town centre is a few minutes walk away, as is the University, St Salvator's Chapel, the picturesque harbour and a host of buildings of historical interest. The town still retains its medieval character, although as an internationally known golfing and university town it has a vibrant mix of students, golfers, visitors and residents.

There is a local bus station whilst the main line rail station is at Leuchars a short bus/taxi ride from town. Whilst the nearest International Airport is Edinburgh - 1 hr 15mins by car whilst Glasgow is a bit further about 2hrs by car.

The famous Old Course, the Royal and Ancient Clubhouse and the British Golf Museum are within a 10 minute walk. The recently rebuilt Byre Theatre is only a couple of hundred metres away and stages some excellent productions.

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St Andrews Travel Information

For those visitors that do not live locally we have provided the following information to help them with their travel arrangements. If you are travelling by British Rail click here nearest train station to st andrews. Nearby bus services can be obtained by clicking here st andrews bus timetable, and finally local taxi services can be located by clicking here st andrews taxi services. We wish you a safe journey.

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