There is nowhere quite like St Andrews. It has world renowned golf courses, miles and miles of sandy beaches, fabulous coastal walks, world-class restaurants and the history of being an esteemed University town. There is something for everybody here.
There are about 30 golf courses within 15 miles. The restaurants in the town are numerous and of excellent quality. Similarly excellent quality is to be found amongst the local shops, with a range of independent boutiques and artisan traders selling unique labels and fresh local produce from St Andrews and the surrounding area. There are music and art festivals held locally during the year.
St Andrews holds a special place in Scotland's history. It takes its name from the Apostle whose relics, legend tells us, were brought to this place in antiquity by St Rule. Scotland later adopted St Andrew as her patron saint and took his saltire cross for her flag. Before the Reformation, the town was the centre of religious life in medieval Scotland, with the bishops wielding great influence over both church and state. St Andrews is also famous as a place of learning. The university, founded in 1410-11, is the third oldest in Britain.
For many visitors, though, it's a game that draws them here, for St Andrews is the home of golf, the sport having been played here for some 600 years. The Old Course is arguably the most famous golf course in the world, and the Royal and Ancient Golf Club is still the ruling body for the rules of golf. Fittingly, the Old Course hosted the Open during the millennium year and did so again in 2005, 2010 and 2015. The next staging of the Open in St Andrews is set for 2021 be sure to book your accommodation early.
There are 7 fabulous golf courses within the town and many Championship Links courses in neighbouring villages.
St Andrews is a town designed for exploring. The medieval layout of the town centre remains intact, with the main shopping areas concentrated in Market Street and South Street, with Bell Street and Church Street connecting the two principal streets. Take time to explore – on foot – and take pleasure at the surprises and delights you will find.
There are some ancient historic buildings to explore (the Castle and Cathedral are must-sees), museums (including the British Golf Museum), as well as the stunning beaches with all they have to offer and the pier - spectacular for a walk at sunset.

Strathtyrum Farmhouse is a traditional 19th Century house which has undergone recent renovation and upgrade. It now forms a superb base from which to explore St Andrews and the wider East Neuk. If you are a party of golfers visiting the area it is an excellent retreat after a hard days golf or for a family there is ample space both inside and out to relax and enjoy your holiday. The historic town is only a mile away and a number of the golf facilities are even closer. You have the benefit of the ever popular Balgove Larder on your doorstep for all your food needs either to self cater or to eat in the Larder or the wonderful Steak Barn.

The house benefits from its own private car parking and enclosed garden ground.

The accommodation comprises:-

On the ground floor there is a generous entrance hall with space for coats and welly boots. Off the hall is a generous and comfortable sitting room with a wood burning stove and TV. Also on the ground floor is the large kitchen/diner again with a wood burning stove. The kitchen is well equipped with all of the necessary appliances and ample storage together with a dining area where you can eat in comfort. Finally on the ground floor is the family bathroom.

On the first floor are two lovely bedrooms, one room with a 4ft wide bed and one which can be either made up with a king size double or two single beds. There is also a modern shower room on this level.

Finally on the top floor is a further large bedroom which can be either made up with two single beds or one king sized double.

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