Dog Friendly Hotels Fife
Heading to St Andrew's for a Scottish escape in Fife? We've got the best pet friendly hotels in Fife for your excursion to the Scottish countryside. Whether you're heading up for a golfing weekend, taking a city break to Edinburgh or looking to visit some classic castles in the area, we've got the best beds for you and your furry companion.
- Lower Largo, ScotlandWith stunning sea views from this delightful holiday cottage, perched above the tiny harbour of Lower Largo, this is the perfect spot from which to watch the boats go by or to explore St Andrews, 12 miles, and the fishing villages along the coast. The sunny conservatory and picture windowed living room are welcoming whatever the season, and with a good hotel, pub and local shop just a moments walk, this is an ideal setting for a relaxing holiday. Enjoy activities for all ages such as beach walks, golf courses, ancient houses and glorious gardens, Deer Park and Sea World. Shop and pub 50 yards.£85Price per night from
- Upper Largo, ScotlandJust 10 miles from St Andrews, this charming, single-storey holiday cottage is attached to another property on a tiny lane beside the church in picturesque Upper Largo, just minutes’ drive from the beach and golf course. Thoughtfully furnished for comfort and ease, there are views of Largo Law from the small enclosed garden. An ideal base from which to explore the East Neuk of Fife with quaint fishing villages strung along the coast, or easy access to Edinburgh, Dundee or Perth and The Trossachs. Golf ½ mile, watersports at Elie, coastal walks, Sea Life Centre, Deer Park, and historic houses and gardens. Shop 2 miles and pub 200 yards.£74Price per night from
- Kinghorn, ScotlandIn the heart of the coastal village of Kinghorn on the Firth of Forth and only 5 minutes’ walk from the harbour and small sandy beach, this ground floor holiday property with cosy multi-fuel burner is an ideal holiday retreat whatever the season. Easy access into the centre of Edinburgh over the dramatic Forth Railway Bridge, station 5 minutes’ walk. Look out for seals, porpoises and countless sea birds from the Fife coastal path. Golf 1 mile, St Andrews 40 minutes. Well placed to enjoy central Scotland. Shop, restaurant and pub 200 yards.£48Price per night from
- Freuchie, ScotlandCentrally located, next to the cricket field, this bright detached bungalow makes a comfortable holiday base for various other sports and leisure pursuits, golf, fishing, riding and sailing being but a few. Within easy reach are the Scottish Deer Centre and Fife Folk Museum, with Falkland Palace (home of Mary, Queen of Scots and site of the first British real tennis court) just a few miles away. This fertile and scenic central area of Fife offers many interests, good shopping and eating to suit all. NB Guests may have free access to local hotel’s leisure pool and facilities. Shops and pub 300 yards.£94Price per night from
- Ceres, ScotlandThis charming, bijou, terraced cottage with a red pantile roof, dating back to 1780 when it was a weavers cottage, is located in the centre of the historic picturesque village of Ceres. Well Cottage has been thoughtfully furnished for comfort and ease, and is the perfect location for a relaxing retreat for a couple. There are excellent cycling and footpaths from the cottage door and the Fife Folk Museum is across the road, as well as the village green. This conservation village has a good pub and a hotel serving food, tea rooms, an antique shop, a family butchers, village store and the renowned Wemyss Ware Pottery. Scotland’s oldest highland games are held on the last Saturday in June. The picture-postcard East Neuk of Fife with fishing villages and sandy beaches are within easy driving distance, and St Andrews is only seven miles away and well worth a visit. This area is renowned for its golf, with a multitude of excellent courses within easy reach. Trout fishing is available locally (licence required). Edinburgh, Dundee and Perth are all within an hour’s drive. When you return to the cottage after exploring the area, you can sit back with a glass of wine in front of the cosy fire. Golf is also available nearby.£51Price per night from
- Anstruther, ScotlandRenovated in 2018 to a very good standard, Arc House is a bright and spacious first and second floor apartment with rooftop views towards the sea. The first floor has a handy utility room with a washing machine and sink where guests can keep their outdoor gear and buckets and spades, a family bathroom and three comfortable bedrooms all with televisions. The second floor has a super open-plan living area, which is light and spacious, with a superbly fitted kitchen with a dual fuel range cooker. The living area has a cosy 6-seater sofa and is the ideal place to relax after a day by the sea. From the Velux windows, there is a roof top view towards Pittenweem and Largo Law. The property dates back to 1877, and the street is named after Captain Rodger, owner of the clipper ship, Taeping. The East Neuk of Fife has a long seafaring history and the Fisheries Museum tells the story of the area.
Just a short stroll from Arc House you can explore the old wynds and lanes leading down to the seafront in the picturesque fishing village of Cellardyke, with a sandy beach and old harbour. There is a water sports centre with sea kayaking and open canoeing available for you to explore the shore line with expert tuition. The Fife Coastal Path can be joined here, and in either direction you can enjoy fantastic coastal views over the Firth of Forth and which takes you to pretty fishing villages, secluded coves and white sandy beaches.
Anstruther is just a 5-minute walk away with its working harbour, local pubs, seafront coffee shops, fish and chip shops, galleries and shops. Freshly caught fish and shellfish are available locally, including lobster, crabs and white fish. From April to September there are daily ferries and boat trips leaving from Anstruther that take you to the Isle of May, which is a National Nature Reserve and home to colonies of sea birds, including puffins. The surrounding waters are the habitat of seal colonies and makes a great day out for the family.
Just 9 miles away is St Andrews, which is well worth a visit with lots to do to suit all ages. There is an aquarium, sandy beach, harbour, great shopping with local shops as well as high street names, and numerous top class restaurants, pubs and bistros. If you like a round of golf on your holiday, St Andrews is world famous as being the home of golf. Golfers will enjoy visiting the British Golf Museum or playing on one of the championship courses. There are also several local courses within a short driving distance from Arc House. However you spend your time, Arc House is an ideal holiday home in which to relax and unwind. The charming courtyard is an ideal spot to sit and enjoy a glass of wine whilst planning the next day’s excursion. Beach 200 yards. Shop 200 yards, pub and restaurant 300 yards.£85Price per night from
- Anstruther, ScotlandWith panoramic views over the Firth of Forth and across to Edinburgh, the location of this first floor apartment could not be better for relaxing, unwinding and leaving the stresses of everyday life behind. Forth View is bright with a contemporary feel, and guests will find it comfortable and welcoming.
The living room is spacious and cosy and you can spend hours gazing out of the window and admiring the ever changing sea scape and ships passing. The kitchen/dining room has quality appliances and is well-equipped and leading to a utility room, ideal for storing your buckets and spades. There are two double bedrooms, one overlooking the garden and one with splendid sea views.
Situated just yards from the sandy beach at Kinghorn and on to the Fife Coastal Route, you can spend days exploring the coastline on foot. The local pub, café and shop are within walking distance. This area of Fife is home to some outstanding summer food and arts festivals, and is famous for its golf courses with St Andrews being within driving distance. Scotland’s capital city of Edinburgh is only 26 miles away and you can leave the car behind as the local railway station is only a 2 minutes’ walk and has a regular service into the city. Edinburgh is a vibrant city with bars, restaurants, museums and galleries, ideal for guests wishing to go to one of the many events such as the Fringe festival, Tattoo or visit the ancient castle. With something for everyone to enjoy, this is the ideal location to explore the area and perfect for a romantic break. Beach 200 yards. Shop 150 yards, pub and restaurant 100 yards.£108Price per night from
- Anstruther, ScotlandThe ideal location for a seaside holiday, Kannier Cottage is a detached holiday cottage, in an elevated position, overlooking the quiet conservation village of St Monans and the Firth of Forth. From your doorstep you can explore this picturesque village with its harbour and charming 17th and 18th century red pantiled buildings, enjoy a coffee on the harbourside or freshly caught seafood from the award-winning restaurant.
There are lovely coastal walks on the Fife Coastal Path which takes you to award-winning sandy beaches, pretty coves and historic buildings along the way. For keen cyclists, the Millennium Cycle Way runs through central Fife, with miles of quiet country roads, disused railways and forest tracks to explore. Just a little further along the coast is the bustling tourist harbour town of Anstruther and there are daily ferries and boat trips leaving between April and September that take you to the Isle of May, which is a National Nature Reserve. It is home to colonies of sea birds including puffins and the surrounding waters are the habitat of seal colonies. St Andrews is just 10 miles away and is well worth a visit with historic buildings, Sea Life Centre, boutique shops, and a wide range of bars and restaurants. This area is famous for its golf, with more than 40 golf courses in Fife, from the famous fairways of St Andrews to several traditional links courses and beautifully landscaped parkland and heathland courses.
Having spent your day exploring the area you can relax in the first floor seating area and enjoy the views with a glass of wine. The enclosed garden is a suntrap on warm days and a great place for the children to play. If sea food is on your menu, you can purchase locally caught fish and the dining room is ideal for you all to enjoy that special meal and plan the next day’s activities. Beach 250 yards. Shop, pub and restaurant 250 yards.£113Price per night from
- Anstruther, ScotlandWith outstanding views of the Firth of Forth, across to Edinburgh and the surrounding coastline, Ingleneuk is the perfect location for a holiday by the sea. This comfortable first floor apartment, in the popular coastal town of Kinghorn, has been thoughtfully furnished to provide a sense of comfort while enjoying fantastic sea views. If you want to give the car a rest, just across the road you will find a golden sandy beach, complete with a café and bar. Local shops are within walking distance of the property. Join the Fife Coastal Path, passing through picturesque towns and old fishing villages. The railway station provides easy access to Edinburgh, with it historic castle, old town, shopping, theatres, restaurants and night life. This is the ideal location to explore the surrounding area, with a wide variety of local attractions and facilities on offer with something for everyone, including Deep Sea World, famous golf courses and arts and craft festivals. Beach 200 yards. Shop 150 yards, pub and restaurant 100 yards.£68Price per night from
- Anstruther, ScotlandSet in a picturesque lane, Kirkview Cottage is a traditional semi-detached cottage in the quiet village of Upper Largo, on the southern slopes of Largo Law. This is a perfect location for a romantic escape for a couple and friends or a small family to spend time together and explore this most picturesque area of Fife.
Within walking distance is the local hotel with a restaurant and bar, there are gentle walks out into the surrounding countryside. The beautiful sandy beach at Lower Largo is less than a mile away. This ancient fishing village is famous for being the birth place of Andrew Selkirk, a famous 1700’s explorer whom Daniel Defoe based his book of Robinson Crusoe on and there is a statue of him outside of his original home. This area is steeped in history and there are many historic buildings, castles and gardens to visit, namely Kellie Castle, which makes for a great day out and dates back to the 1300. There are numerous visitor attractions and whisky distilleries including Kingsbarns Distillery offering tours.
For guests who enjoy walking, the Fife Coastal Path is easily accessible from the cottage, you can walk various sections of the coastal path and catch the coast bus back to the bus stop which is 200 yards from the cottage. For days out, along the coast is the bustling tourist harbour town of Anstruther offering a great selection eateries, from a Michelin Star restaurant to award-winning fish and chip shops. From the harbour front there are daily ferries and boat trips, between April and September, departing to the Isle of May Nature Reserve, home to colonies of sea birds such as puffins, and the surrounding waters are the habitat of seal colonies.
For golf enthusiasts, there are over 45 courses in this area including the world famous championship courses at St Andrews, only 12 miles away and the local courses at Lundin Links are regularly selected as the final qualifying golf course for the open championship. Kirkview Cottage is the perfect all year round holiday home, where you can relax in front of the welcoming wood burner in the cosy living room on cooler days, or enjoy al fresco dining in the pretty cottage garden which has wild herbs for you to use in your meal. Beach 1 mile. Shop 2 miles, pub/restaurant 200 yards.£82Price per night from