Braeside House
25 Nelson Street, St. Andrews KY16 8AJ Scotland
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#29 of 73 B&Bs / Inns in St. Andrews
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Welcome To Braeside House We have mastered the art of providing great Bed and Breakfast experiences by looking after over 3,800 guests over the last 15 years we've been in business. The majority of those 3,800 guests; golfers, holiday makers, University lecturers, past students of the University -and even an American Senator and American Brigadier General - have all said we provide the things they looked for when choosing a B&B in St Andrews. Location is crucial. We are only 5 minutes walk to the town centre and the Bus Station, 10 minutes walk to the first tee of the Old Course, walking distance to the University, 10 minutes walk to the Byre Theatre and we are very close to the Botanic Gardens .
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Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Free breakfast
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25 Nelson Street, St. Andrews KY16 8AJ Scotland
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My husband and I recently travelled through Scotland for our honeymoon and had the absolute pleasure of staying at Braeside House for two nights. Margaret and James were wonderful hosts - friendly, welcoming and very accommodating. They provided us with some great recommendations, and even called and made reservations for us at two local restaurants. Margaret and James went above and beyond to make us feel welcome and comfortable, and we really enjoyed getting to know them a little during our stay. We would highly recommend Braeside House to anyone travelling through St. Andrews! If we ever find ourselves in St. Andrews again, we will be booking at the Braeside House!
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Date of stay: September 2018Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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James & Margaret, along with their assistant housekeeper Cheryl, made the week we spent in St. Andrews so memorable. Braeside House is easy to find, centrally located, and a very easy walk or drive to anything you want to do or see in St. Andrews, while being far enough away from the mad crush of tourists to provide a nice & quiet retreat for weary travelers. These are genuinely kind people who concerned themselves with our overall enjoyment, from sharing our thrill at my husband's tee times at the Old Course (twice!), giving wonderful advice regarding day trips into the surrounding countryside, helping above and beyond with our laundry situation (thank you Margaret, you are amazing), fixing us lovely breakfasts each morning, and just generally making all the wonderful things about Scotland even better. Our room was large and comfortable with a nice en suite bathroom, having all the amenities that we needed. Our windows overlooked the pretty garden in the front and there was ample parking for our rental. We could park in the driveway or easily on the street. There is a gas station just around the corner, any type of restaurant or shop you could want a pleasant ten-minute walk into downtown, where you can also sightsee to your heart's content. I very much hope we will return one day & we will definitely stay with our friends at Braeside House.…
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Date of stay: August 2017Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Room Tip: Upstairs rooms involve a rather steep but short flight of stairs. If you have a mobility issue...
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Response from jamesy39, Owner at Braeside House
Responded 10 Oct 2017
Thank you ever so much for the wonderful review. After many years doing B&B we still enjoy meeting delightful guests from all over the world and helping them to appreciate our beautiful town and country. Thanks again and HASTE YE BACK.
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James and Margaret were very nice hosts. They were very helpful with trying to find places to eat in town and in making reservations. The Braeside is a 5-10 minute walk to the Old Course. The room was clean and comfortable. The porridge for breakfast was quite good. And if you have an early tee time there was cereal, granola, yogurt, fruit, and bread available for breakfast.
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Date of stay: June 2017Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Responded 2 Jul 2017
Many thanks for the lovely review and the kind compliments. It was a real pleasure to have you perhaps we may see you again.
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Was here for 4 nights recently. The hosts were amzing and couldnt be more helpful for my first time staying in St Andrews. As a young lad being away for work for the first time i thought id feel really awkward but after being 'told off' for not using the wardrobe it was almost like feeling being back home 😁 Would definately reccomend Braeside House to anyone as everyone there is so welcoming!
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Date of stay: October 2016Trip type: Travelled on business
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My husband and I stayed at Braeside for one night in mid-July, while visiting St Andrews. Margaret and James were lovely hosts, very welcoming and accommodating. I'm only sorry that we couldn't stay longer! (We had to leave to catch our train before the normal breakfast was served, so Margaret set some fruits, juice, toast for us the night before.) The house itself is quaint and very comfortable, and located in walking distance to the main shopping and sightseeing areas of the town. It was very easy to find as well, right on the corner of a main thoroughfare, with beautiful gardens out front!
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Date of stay: July 2016Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Responded 8 Aug 2016
Thank You for the excellent review. So sorry your stay was so short and you were were unable to sample our breakfast fare. Perhaps we may have the pleasure of your company again and the visit will be a bit longer.
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James and Margret were lovely hosts, I'd never been to St. Andrews before and so they helped me navigate the town with maps and other info. The room was clean and comfortable and very cosy! In the morning my breakfast was given to me almost as soon as I sat down and what great food! It really set me up for the long day ahead. Thank-you so much!
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Date of stay: June 2016Trip type: Travelled on business
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Response from jamesy39, Owner at Braeside House
Responded 14 Jun 2016
Thank you ever so much. Margaret & I very much appreciate the kind words and the super review. You were a delightful guest and we hope to see you back at Braeside House again
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James and Margaret are wonderful hosts. the b&b is extremely comfortable and clean. the food was excellent and cooked to order. they have a wealth of knowledge of the area and were spot on with local recommendations and setting up our golf tee times. we were treated as family and can't wait to return. I highly recommend this b&b.
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Date of stay: October 2015Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Room Tip: all the rooms are great
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Response from jamesy39, Owner at Braeside House
Responded 27 Oct 2015
Thank you for the lovely compliments. It was an absolute pleasure to have you gentlemen staying itch us. You were delightful guests and we shared your joy in obtaining a tee time in the Old Course ballot and being invited into the R&A clubhouse. Haste ye back
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The room was nice and spacious enough with an en-suite bathroom. The location of the B & B is just about 10 minutes walking distance of the town centre. The hospitality of James & Margaret is fabulous, they will do anything to make you feel at home! They serve a great breakfast. Only disturbing thing was the outside noise at night but that was probably due to the start of the college season in St. Andrews
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Date of stay: September 2015Trip type: Travelled with family
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Room Tip: Older people with difficulties climbing up stairs should take the downstairs room
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We spent 5 days here just after the Open -- we were not quite IN the town but an easy walk to the Old Course, where we went for the final day. The rooms are comfy and complete. The owners James and Margaret delightful. the breakfast that comes with is delicious. My only comment is that two of the rooms are up a steep flight of stairs -- not a problem for us but if you cannot walk up stairs, ask for the ground floor room. We would definitely stay here again. And we do plan to return to St. Andrews in the future. Wonderful spot to park for a few days in Scotland.
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Date of stay: July 2015Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Room Tip: Upstairs rooms are up a steep flight of steps -- fine unless you cannot climb stairs.
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This B & B is so comfortable and homely. Fabulous host Margaret was on hand always to tell you all about the area. You will certainly feel at home here. Fabulous. The location is within walking distance of the centre of St Andrews.
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Date of stay: July 2015Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Responded 27 Oct 2015
Thank you for the lovely review. We have been doing B&B for many years and will continue to do so because we so enjoy meeting delightful guests like yourselves.
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United KingdomScotlandFifeSt. Andrews
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Frequently Asked Questions about Braeside House
Which popular attractions are close to Braeside House?
Nearby attractions include St Andrews Indoor Golf Centre (0.2 km), St Andrews Botanic Garden (0.4 km), and Artery St Andrews (0.4 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Braeside House?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free breakfast, and free parking.
What food & drink options are available at Braeside House?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast during their stay.
What are some restaurants close to Braeside House?
Conveniently located restaurants include Rogue, The Saint, and St Andrews Brewing Co..
Does Braeside House have airport transportation?
Yes, Braeside House offers airport transportation for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Is Braeside House located near the city centre?
Yes, it is 0.08 km away from the centre of St. Andrews.
Are any cleaning services offered at Braeside House?
Yes, dry cleaning and laundry service are offered to guests.
Are there any historical sites close to Braeside House?
Many travellers enjoy visiting St Andrews Links (1.9 km), St Andrews Cathedral (1.0 km), and Martyrs' Monument (0.5 km).