Scottish Castle for self-catering holidays for up to 10 adults

093 Scottish Castle with sea view, Fife

Sleeps 10

The stunning views across the Forth are enough to inspire anyone, let alone one of Scotland's finest modern artists, Jack Vettriano, as this castle was his former home.

This Grade A listed castle, is a unique tower house, in a dramatic setting overlooking the Firth of Forth and Edinburgh beyond. Built in the twentieth century, it has a sixteenth century feel because of its design and its use of reclaimed historic timber and stone.

Nestled just off the Fife coastal route, it is accessible by electronic gates, within a walled enclosed garden of 3 acres of grounds. Within the castle, at ground level is the impressive dining room with table that is suitable for seating up to 12 people, with a snug off this and the well equipped kitchen next door. On the floor above, there is the elegant drawing room with comfortable sofas with chandeliers above, with the cinema room off this room. Whilst there is one four poster double room and bathroom on this first floor, the other bedrooms and bathrooms are on the second and third floors. Additionally there is a terraced patio area built up on the side of the castle, which is a great feature for alfresco dining or for just enjoying the stunning view over a drink. The grounds slope away from the castle and are enclosed and include a children’s play area. There is an annexe next door which is available to let as extra for 2 more people if required. Parking within the gates depends on your size of cars, but for no more than 5 vehicles. There is a space outside the gates for 2 further vehicles. This castle is an ideal venue for those wishing to be close to Edinburgh, and will suit family holidays, occasions and golfing groups.

WHAT TO DO IN THE AREA
Being so close to Edinburgh, means easy access into the city for shopping trips. Edinburgh has so many delights to offer, including the Royal Mile, Princess Street, Edinburgh Castle and Edinburgh Zoo, to name but a few. Children will be delighted to know that Deep Sea World, Scotland’s national aquarium is within 20 minutes of the castle. For those travelling to and from Europe, the Rosysth Ferry is nearby and very convenient. Whilst there are local golf courses within a few minutes away, with Aberdour and Burntisland, there is also the whole of Fife to discover including St Andrews. So much to do and so little time to do it.

At a glance

Sleeps: 10
5 bedrooms
3 bathrooms

Books:
Saturday - Saturday

Travel:
Aberdour 1 mile
Edinburgh 18 miles

Price (per week):
£2,500 to £4,600

Accommodation

Ground floor - Entrance hall; stairs to wine cellar; w.c, with wash hand basin and utility room combined; study; dining room with table for 12 people and open fire; fully equipped kitchen; turnpike stairs to first floor.

First floor - Stairs; bathroom, with spa bath, w.c and wash hand basin; double room, with four poster double bed; drawing room, with plasma screen television; cinema room with DVD player; turnpike stairs to second floor.

Second floor - Stairs; bathroom, with spa bath, w.c and wash hand basin; wet room, with shower only; double room, with four poster double bed; twin room, with zip-and-link beds; twin room, with zip-and-link beds; stairs to third floor.

Third floor - Stairs; double room, with double bed, with access to roof garden (unsupervised children not allowed)

2 double or twin bedroom/s with shared bathroom

1 double bedroom/s with shared bathroom

2 Four poster double bedroom/s with shared bathroom

Features

Additional Accommodation

Cinema room

Four Poster Bed

Open fire

Plasma TV

Study

Stunning castle

Stunning views

Facilities and Services Linen; towels; electricity; oil central heating and an initial supply of logs for the open fires are included within the rental.

CD Player

Central Heating

DVD Player

Dishwasher

Electric Hob & Oven

Fridge/Freezer

Garden Furniture

Microwave

Parking for 5 cars

Washer Dryer

TV with Freeview

Please note that no weddings are allowed on the premises and this venue is not suitable for hen or stag parties.

Local activities & area

Deep Sea World

Edinburgh

Edinburgh Castle

Inchcolm Abbey

Golf courses in Fife and St Andrews

Dunfermline Abbey

Knockhill Racing

Blackness Castle

Fishing on Loch Leven

Hopetoun House

Area: Fife, Type of Location: Coastal, Nearest shop: 1 mile, Nearest supermarket: 4 miles, Nearest pub: 1 mile.

Transport

Nearest Airport:

Edinburgh 15 miles

Nearest Train Station:

Aberdour 1 mile

Use of a car is essential to discover the true beauty of the surrounding areas. For those flying into Scotland, the closest airport to this property is Edinburgh 15 miles away and hiring a car or 4WD couldn’t be more convenient if you are choosing to travel by air. There are a variety of well known car rental companies situated within walking distance of the arrivals terminal at Edinburgh. If you are driving into Scotland from the south, the major arterial motorway into Scotland, the M74, although busy is generally free flowing. Trains these days can also be an extremely accessible and pleasurable means of transport into Scotland for individuals and groups alike. All the major railway stations have car hire companies located in situ, enabling the transition from carriage to car to be as stress free as possible. The East Coast mainline runs between London and Edinburgh-Waverley, approximately 15 miles from the property, which will take approximately four and a half hours, requiring just a short drive for the remainder of the journey. The closest station to the property is Aberdour just a mile away.