Guests say
Crail House is a well-received cottage in Anstruther, praised for its stunning views, comfortable beds, and well-equipped kitchen. Guests appreciate the clean, cosy environment and the beautiful, well-maintained grounds. The location is ideal for exploring the local area, with easy access to the harbour and town. While some minor issues are noted, such as the lack of a dishwasher and a cold shower room, the overall experience is very positive, with many guests planning to return.
Guests consistently mention the cottage's cleanliness, describing it as 'very clean' and well-kept, indicating a high standard of cleanliness throughout the property.
The location is frequently highlighted as fantastic, with amazing views and proximity to the harbour and town, making it an ideal spot for guests.
Comfort is a strong point, with numerous mentions of comfortable beds and a cosy living room. However, some guests found the downstairs bedrooms and shower room to be very cold.
The property is well-equipped, but some guests noted the absence of a dishwasher and limited fridge space. The maintenance of the property is good, though there were issues with the router after a storm.
While guests appreciated the welcome bottle of fizz, as gifts are not consistently mentioned across reviews, it cannot be guaranteed and thus the score for thoughtfulness cannot be accurately assessed.
About this property
Relax at Crail House with its sea view or venture out and explore the Fife coast and surrounding area.. 16 steps to entrance.
Ground Floor:
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
First Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: 43" Freeview TV
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds, Bunk (3ft) Beds
Bedroom 3: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet.
Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Welcome pack. Garage with fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer and table tennis table.. Balcony with outdoor furniture. Lawned garden with sitting-out area and garden furniture. Lawned garden (shared with other apartments). Bike store. Private parking for 4 cars. No smoking. Please note: There are 3 steps and drops in the garden. Neighbouring apartments have access through the garden to the shared garden.. Situated in the picturesque fishing village of Crail, this delightful holiday home has the most fantastic views over the red pantile roofs to the Firth of Forth and beyond. Just perfect for a family and couples to relax and spend time together in this most picturesque village in the East Neuk of Fife.
From Crail House you are just minutes’ walk to the old fishing harbour and sandy beach. In the summer months, fresh lobster and crabs are cooked and you can sit by the harbour side and enjoy your lunch. Crail is a lovely village to explore with historic buildings, ancient alleyways and wynds. There is also a park and children’s play area as well as a good selection of places to eat, tea rooms, local shops and galleries.
If you enjoy walking, the Fife Coastal Path which journeys through Crail, takes you in either direction to secluded coves and sandy beaches, all with spectacular coastal views over the North Sea and Firth of Forth. For days out, Cambo Gardens are only 3 miles away and have something for all to enjoy. The beautiful gardens are an all year round attraction with a tasting garden, sensory garden and the most amazing display of snowdrops in the spring. The café uses their own produce to provide tasty meals and snacks and there are lots of interesting buildings and walks in the grounds.
St Andrews is a mere 20 minutes’ drive along the coast and you can fill your day easily as there are visitor attractions including the Sea Life Centre, museums and historic buildings. The city centre has a great selection of quality places to eat, from award-winning ice cream shops to bistros and wine bars. Super for shopping with independent shops and boutiques as well as high street names.
St Andrews is the home of golf with the championship courses as well as family friendly courses and if you enjoying a golfing holiday, then there are around 50 courses in this area to practise your skills. Crail has two courses just 2 miles distant.
With all that fresh air you will be looking for a welcoming cottage to return to and Crail House provides this and more. The cottage is accessed from the first floor and the living dining room has a picture window which makes the most of the sea views. There is also an en-suite double bed room again with sea views. The ground floor has one double bed room and one two twin bedoms, the twin bedroom leads to a bunk bed room. Plenty of outdoor space, the balcony on the first floor has patio furniture where you can enjoy a glass of wine and enjoy the sea views as well as a lawned garden. Beach 400 yards. Shop 400 yards, pub and restaurant 300 yards.
Free WiFi
Only dogs allowed at the property.
Letting Licence No: FI00893P
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Reviews (7)
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Confirmed Guest
Comfortable cottage with great views, a well kept private garden and off street parking. Beds very comfortable. The kitchen is well equipped. The shared garden area is very well kept and the views from the shared garden are absolutely stunning.
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James Purvis
The accommodation was more like a home from home rather than a holiday rental. The quality and comfort is the best we have ever seen and the setting gave us fabulous views over the beautiful town of Crail with the read tiled roofs and multicoloured houses and the traditional harbour.We shall return!
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L Martin
Fantastic views and comfy beds!The layout of the property is unusual and took a bit of getting used to! The kitchen was well equipped (although no dishwasher) and the welcome bottle of fizz was much appreciated!The living room was cosy with local pottery around the room, and with a huge window looking out on to the water, it was a different view every day. The bedrooms were spacious with fresh linens on the beds.The walk in shower was lovely although without any hand rail/handle etc, it wouldn't be suitable for those with mobility issues.Getting out and about was easy as the harbour was a 2 minute walk away and the main street was approx 5 minutes.The property owners were lovely, we had to contact them from the beginning as we couldn't find the house, then when the lightening storm caused the router to fail, they organised for BT to come and fix it.Hopefully we'll get to come back!!