Find cottages and self catering and close to a sandy beach in Fife, Central Scotland

2 bedroom holiday home, Dunfermline, Fife, Central Scotland

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £345

Self catering accommodation in Dunfermline sleeps 4.

Features include: • Garden • Pet friendly • Open Fire or Woodburning Stove • Close to the Beach • Cottage Sleeps 4

Accommodation overview: DELIGHTFUL HOUSE ON THE SHORELINE OF THE FORTH ESTUARY This detached house is on the shoreline in a tiny hamlet at the end of a quiet lane leading to the Forth estuary. The interior has been sympathetically modernised whilst retaining the character of the original building and most of the rooms enjoy beautiful views up and down the Forth. The property is adjacent to Torry Bay Nature Reserve and the Fife Coastal Trail making this an ideal base for walkers cyclists ornithologists and golfers. There is a local shop with excellent retail and leisure facilities in the historic town of Dunfermline 5 miles away. The accommodation offers TWO bedrooms: 1 king-size and 1 twin. Bathroom: with shower over bath. Lounge/diner: with woodburner (first basket of logs included additional wood can be purchased locally) and Freeview TV/DVD. Kitchen: electric oven gas hob fridge freezer dishwasher washing machine and microwave. Utility room. Outside: large lawned areas garden furniture summer house raised deck next to the shore secure equipment storage and a vegetable garden where guests are welcome to harvest and enjoy the produce. Amenities: private parking for 3 cars. Bed linen towels electric central heating provided. Regret no smoking. 2 dogs welcome they are not allowed upstairs and must not be left unattended. Additional info: regret no short breaks. Location: shops 5 miles. Arrival: 4pm.

Hawkswood House, St Andrews, Fife, Central Scotland

Sleeps 10
Weekly prices from £1004

Self catering accommodation in St Andrews sleeps 10.

Features include: • Internet Access • Open Fire or Woodburning Stove • Hot Tub • Close to the Beach • Golf near by • Pub near by • Easy Walking Access • Cottage Sleeps 1

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Hawkswood House details

Set in the picturesque hamlet of Peat Inn, just a few miles from St Andrews, this superb detached property combines the charm of the original farm buildings with modern style and sophistication and impeccable standards of service. St Andrews is best known as the home of golf but this delightful historic town also offers excellent shopping, art galleries, botanic gardens and museums, and magnificent golden beaches. It also has far more restaurants and cafes than you would expect for a town of its size, ranging from fine dining to cosy coffee shops and ice cream parlours. The renowned restaurant at Peat Inn is within walking distance, and St Andrews offers welcoming pubs and a wide choice of both fine and casual dining.

In its heyday St Andrews Cathedral was a centre of pilgrimage and the largest church in Scotland. The museum has an excellent collection of sculptures including a superbly carved Pictish sarcophagus, and your ticket includes the chance to enjoy the incredible views from the top of St Rule's Tower. You can also visit the British Golf Museum, which is handily situated not far from 18th green of the Old Course.

For something a little different, the East Neuk is a string of fishing villages for which the word picturesque might have been invented.

Other recommended day trips include Falkland Palace, former hunting lodge of the Stuart monarchs; the Secret Bunker intended to shelter officials during a nuclear war; and the Scottish Fisheries Museum at Anstruther.

And when only the buzz of a big city will do, Edinburgh, Dundee and Glasgow are all easily reached by car.

For keen golfers, this is the ultimate private lodge, with easy access to dozens of fine courses. But whilst golf is bound to be the main attraction, Hawkswood House has plenty to offer for romantic breaks, longer holidays, and groups of friends looking for a relaxing country escape.

3 bedroom cottage, Lower Largo, Fife, Central Scotland

Sleeps 6
Weekly prices from £350

Self catering accommodation in Lower Largo sleeps 6.

Features include: • Garden • Pet friendly • Internet Access • Close to the Beach • Pub near by • Cottage Sleeps 6

Accommodation overview: SHORT WALK FROM THE SANDY BEACH AT LARGO BAY This traditional terraced stone-built fisherman s cottage is over 150 years old and stands in Lower Large Main Street near the statue of Alexander Selkirk (Robinson Crusoe) and is just a short walk from the sandy beach of Largo Bay. This picturesque little fishing village is in the East Neuk and offers wonderful opportunities for all the family it is an ideal base for touring the East Coast and is within easy access to St Andrews Edinburgh and Stirling. The area offers excellent walking The Fife Coastal Path passes through Lower Largo golfing with many top rated links courses nearby and sailing on the Firth of Forth. The accommodation arranged on 3 floors offers THREE bedrooms: First floor: master bedroom with king-size bed and en-suite shower-room. Bunk bedroom with adult size beds overlooking the garden. Top floor: double bedroom with en-suite wc and views of the Forth accessed via narrow stairs. Ground Floor: large light airy lounge/dining room with Freeview TV/DVD hi-fi and wi-fi. Well-equipped kitchen with cooker microwave dishwasher washing machine tumble dryer fridge/freezer. Bathroom with shower over bath. Outside: small elevated enclosed garden accessed by stone steps with picnic table and bench seating (regret not suitable as a children s play area.) Secure storage for sports equipment and bicycles. Amenities: Bed linen provided and bath towels available for hire. Electric central heating and wi-fi included. Regret no smoking. Free on street parking with large car park 150 meters away. 1 well-behaved dog welcome. Additional info: Regret no short breaks. Location: Shop pubs and hotels in village harbour area (5 minute walk) and beach within a short walking distance. Arrival: 4pm.