Guests say
The Roondie is a beautifully renovated, unique cottage offering a peaceful and relaxing retreat in rural Fife. Guests consistently praise its immaculate cleanliness, high standard of comfort, and well-equipped facilities. The tranquil location, surrounded by wildlife and woodland walks, is ideal for unwinding yet remains convenient for exploring local attractions. Hosts are described as friendly and helpful, with thoughtful touches throughout. Minor issues such as late check-in, sensor lights, and road access are occasionally mentioned, but overall, guests highly recommend this charming property for a memorable stay.
Cleanliness is repeatedly highlighted as exceptional, with guests describing the property as 'immaculately clean', 'spotlessly clean', and 'very well presented'. Even guests with high standards noted the cottage was extremely clean. No significant negative comments were found regarding cleanliness.
The location is widely praised for its peace, quiet, and beautiful rural setting, with easy access to local towns and attractions. Guests enjoy the surrounding nature and walks, though a few mention the need for a car and a bumpy access road. Overall, the setting is a major highlight.
Guests consistently mention comfortable beds, a cosy atmosphere, and restful sleep. The wood burner and thoughtful design add to the comfort. Only minor comments about sofa positioning and bathroom lights were noted, but these did not detract from the overall comfort.
Facilities are described as excellent, with everything needed for a pleasant stay, including a well-equipped kitchen, dishwasher, and modern amenities. Some minor issues with heating controls and TV size were mentioned, but the overall standard is very high.
Guests appreciate the many thoughtful touches, helpful hosts, and clear instructions. While some mention the absence of a welcome basket, it should be noted that such gifts are not guaranteed. The hosts' attention to detail and guest comfort is frequently praised.
About this property
You will fall in love with this unique and beautifully restored round horse mill. Just 30 minutes drive from St Andrews and Fife’s beautiful coastal villages, beaches and many golf courses.. All on the
Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Smart TV, Netflix, Amazon Firestick, Woodburner
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Breakfast Area, Electric Oven, Induction Hob, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Dishwasher
Bedroom area: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Shower Room: Walk-In Shower, Toilet.
Electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial fuel for wood burner included, remainder at £10 per basket.. Enclosed front garden with patio and garden furniture. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking.. Looking for something special and unique, then The Roondie is for you. Set on a small holding with rare breed North Ronaldsay sheep, accessed via a rough track (not suitable for vehicles with very low clearance due to speed bumps), this Grade B listed, round horse mill has been beautifully restored and cleverly designed offering a fantastic flow of space and light coming from its three large floor to ceiling windows and the amazing cupola at the apex of the round, wooden roof. This is the perfect place for couples to come and relax, with long walks through the woods and the fields just outside the front door. The Roondie has been finished to the highest of quality, in keeping with natural finishes and full of top of the range facilities, it is next to The Outside Room Cottage should you want to come with friends.
This deceptively large and cleverly designed open plan living space offers an impressive modern kitchen with a central island, perfect for preparing meals, a breakfast bar, along with a dining table that comfortably seats a group of four, in case you meet up with friends or family. The bedroom is hidden behind an ingenious partition that looks like it could have been part of the original stable and has been made from natural materials and blends in beautifully with the rest of this space. Keep moving round the room and you come to the walk in wet room with sliding glass doors. Outside you are greeted by a large enclosed front cottage style garden and to the side there is an additional private patio area where you can enjoy breakfast or evening drinks during the warm summer months. Just a 5 minute drive (or 20 minutes walk through woodland) is the small town of Ladybank with a cafe, shops and pub, and rail links into the major cities of Edinburgh, Perth, and Dundee. For guests wishing to visit one of the many attractions and festivals in Edinburgh, you can be in the city centre in one hour. This spot is ideal for a golfing holiday, and you are within walking distance of the championship Ladybank Golf Course. You will be spoilt for choice with a great many local courses within a short drive, including St Andrews. For days out there are many local attractions, including The Scottish Deer Centre, whisky distilleries, historic buildings, and castles. Excellent walking opportunities are available in this area including the Lomond Hills Regional Park, the Fife Pilgrim Way, and the Fife Coastal Path, which follows the shoreline to attractive old fishing villages and sandy beaches with fabulous coastal views. Beach 14 miles. Shops and, pub 2 miles.
Free WiFi
Approach to property is by a rough or gravel track.
EPC Rating = D
Letting licence no.: FI01155F
Reviews (36)
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Confirmed Guest
This is a most fabulous cottage with an incredible back-story. Originally a building used for houses to walk round the circumference of this circular building turning a mechanism which turned a grinding wheel which ground the wheat/corn. It is in a unique location adjacent to Ladybank Golf Course through which access is gained. The property itself is an award winning design and is finished to the highest of standards.
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Confirmed Guest
We had a lovely few days in the Roondie with everything you would need for a relaxing holiday.
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Confirmed Guest
Fantastic place to stay for couples or even if just travelling alone. Superb accommodation in peaceful location yet very handy for all that East Fife has to offer as well as within east reach of Dundee and local trains direct to Edinburgh. But you could just as easy just stay in and around The Roondie and have a lovely holiday with lots of beautiful walks and excellent opportunities to see deer, red squirrels and all sorts of bird life in the surround extensive woodlands.