Guests say
Sandhaven is a well-received cottage in the heart of the historic village of Culross, praised for its comfort, generous welcome basket, and ideal location for exploring local attractions. Guests appreciate the clean, spacious, and well-equipped property, though some mention minor maintenance issues.
The property is generally described as clean and welcoming. However, a few guests noted issues with dust, cobwebs, and some unclean mugs, suggesting room for improvement in thoroughness.
The location is highly praised for being central, ideal for historical exploration, and offering easy access to local amenities and attractions. The only drawback mentioned is the occasional difficulty with parking.
Guests find the beds very comfortable and the property quiet, contributing to a peaceful night's sleep. Some minor issues with a torn blind and limited hot water were noted.
The property is well-equipped with a large kitchen and ample cooking utensils. However, there are several mentions of maintenance issues such as a broken mirror, a falling blind, and a need for repainting due to mould in the bathroom.
The welcome basket is frequently mentioned and appreciated, indicating a high level of thoughtfulness from the host. It should be noted that such gifts, while delightful, are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
A charming first floor apartment within a converted school, located in the quaint coastal village of Culross with views to National Trust palace and river from the living room..
Ground Floor:
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
First Floor:
Living room: 38" Freeview TV
Kitchen/dining room: Gas Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet.
Gas central heating, gas, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot, highchair and stairgate included. Welcome pack. . Lawned garden with sitting-out area and garden furniture (shared with other apartments). On road parking; additional public car park, free of charge. No smoking. . From the front door of this delightful, first floor apartment, you can spend time exploring the picturesque coastal village of Culross, with its cobbled streets and lanes, painted houses and red pan tiled roofs dating back to medieval times. Visit Culross Palace and Gardens and Culross Abbey, or step back in time and stroll up Back Causeway, a cobbled alleyway which has a raised central aisle that was used by noblemen to separate them from the ’commoners’.
Wandering around Culross gives you a unique opportunity to walk through history and experience what 17th and 18th-century towns in Scotland would of looked like at the time. As such, the town has been used for film locations including ’The Little Vampire, ’A Dying Breed’, ’The 39 Steps’ and ’Captain America: The First Avenger’. More recently, it has been used in the mystical and spellbinding TV saga ’Outlander’, where the town was transformed into the fictional village of Cranesmuir where Geillis lives. If you would like to follow in the footsteps of the characters from Outlander, then there are many of the other locations within driving distance, including Blackness Castle, Linlithgow Palace and Hopetoun House.
For walker and cyclists, the Fife Coastal Path passes through the village taking you along the shore to nature reserves and pretty villages. Only 30 minutes drive away is Stirling and Edinburgh Airport, where you can use the park and ride for easy access to the city centre. Beach 3 miles. Shop 2 miles, pub and restaurant 300 yards.
Free WiFi
The grounds are shared.
Only dogs allowed at the property.
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Reviews (14)
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Confirmed Guest
Sandhaven is located on the first floor accessed by your own front door leading into a small porch with stairs to the property. It was clean and welcoming and homely.The Kitchen/diner is large and well equipped, and the owner had thoughtfully provided a hamper which included a bottle of prosecco which was most welcome.The bed was very comfortable and we had a peaceful nights sleep.The property is centrally located and the attractions in Culross, are all within a few minutes walk.The only downside was that filming of the upcoming film 'Jack of Spades' meant parking was at premium, and we could only park in the local car parks.
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Janet Stephens
I have stayed at Sandhaven a couple of times and I love coming back. Ideally situated for exploring the surrounding attractions and countryside.The flat is fully equipped with everything that you will need for a great stay. The Welcome Basket is an added bonus. Parking your car can be problematic but there is a free car park within easy walking distance of the flatCulross itself is like walking back in history, absolutely wonderful for any history buff. Walking along the Firth of Forth coastal walk is exhilarating. The actual village is very quiet once the tourists have left for the day. There is a local pub, less than two minutes from the flat, which has an excellent menu and array of beverages.
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Confirmed Guest
Sandhaven is a quiet, comfortable and clean property. It is surprisingly spacious too. Well located in Culross, we found it to be an ideal base for walks and touring the area. The owners provided one of the most generous welcome baskets we've ever had. Recommended.