No 1 Stable Yard, Wemyss Castle Estate

No 1 Stable Yard is an attractive, bright and comfortable cottage in a newly renovated stable conversion; a peaceful rural retreat at the historic Wemyss Castle Estate. A short walk from the charming seaside village of West Wemyss and Fife's Coastal Path. Perfectly placed for exploring Scotland it suits families, couples & groups of friends looking for a cosy getaway. 30 miles from Edinburgh, a short drive to the East Neuk and St Andrews with numerous golf courses and lots more in between. Ground floor: Spacious hallway with plenty of space for coats, wellies and golf clubs. The large dining kitchen is well-equipped to make the most of the fantastic local ingredients. You'll find everything you need to cook up shellfish or bake a cake. The homely sitting room has plenty of comfortable seating, TV, digital radio with bluetooth conection, lots of books and board games. A utility room has a washing machine and drying rack, perfect for returning home with a suitcase of clean clothes. The downstairs shower room comprises a shower enclosure, basin and toilet. First floor: Two generous-sized bedrooms, one with a kingsize bed and the second with a superking. The super-kingsize bed can be made up as two single beds on request. A large upstairs bathroom has a bath and shower overhead. Garden: At the back of the property is an enclosed area with a picnic bench and BBQ. Up to two well-behaved dogs are welcome to stay at the cottage for a £25 supplement, payable during your stay. As there are livestock around we kindly ask that dogs are kept on a lead on the estate. However, the coastal path is a short walk away with plenty of space for your furry friends to run free. There is parking for two cars immediately outside the front door. Wemyss Castle and its surrounding area is a private family home and not open to the public. On arrival you'll receive a map of the estate indicating which parts are private and where you are free to explore. There is a great view of the castle from the shore. Wemyss Castle Gardens is a stones-throw from the Stable Yard. Open to the public by appointment on weekdays from May to the end of July, entry for guests at the Stable Yard is complimentary. I work on the Estate so am never too far away most weekdays but will leave you in peace to enjoy your holiday. If I'm not around I'll always be at the end of the phone to answer any queries. Wemyss Castle Estate is a working farm and a haven for wildlife. You'll have exclusive pedestrian access to Fife's Coastal Path where seals and birds are regular visitors. Just along the coast at East Wemyss are the Wemyss caves which house some of Scotland’s oldest known Pictish carvings. The East Neuk villages are nearby for sandy beaches, sampling seafood and whisky and, of course, many golf courses. Edinburgh airport is approx 35 mins drive from the Stable Yard. There is a train station in nearby Kirkcaldy (4 miles) with frequent services to Dundee and Edinburgh as well as a direct service to London. A bus stop at the top of the drive takes you to Edinburgh and further east.