Guests say
Island View in Crail receives glowing feedback for its cleanliness, comfort, and spaciousness, making it a true home from home. Guests praise its excellent location near the sea, local shops, and scenic walks, as well as its well-equipped facilities. The property is described as cosy, welcoming, and ideal for families or groups, with many visitors returning year after year. Hosts are frequently mentioned as friendly and helpful. Occasional thoughtful touches, such as welcome packs, are appreciated, though not guaranteed. Overall, Island View offers a relaxing and memorable stay in a beautiful part of Scotland.
Multiple reviews highlight the property as very clean, spotless, and well maintained, with no negative comments regarding cleanliness.
Guests consistently praise the location for its proximity to the sea, village centre, and local attractions, as well as its beautiful views and easy access to coastal walks.
The cottage is repeatedly described as comfortable, cosy, spacious, and homely, with guests feeling relaxed and at ease during their stay.
Reviews mention the property is well equipped with everything needed for a holiday, including WiFi and ample space. One minor suggestion was for an information pack and a potential TV upgrade.
Several guests mention welcome packs with cake, biscuits, tea, coffee, and milk, and note the hosts' kindness. Please note that such gifts are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
This delightful detached holiday cottage sits in a beautiful village just a short walk from an award-winning beach, shops and restaurants.. 3 steps to entance (ramp access to rear).
Ground Floor:
Living room: 42" Freeview TV, DVD Player, Electric Fire
Kitchen/dining room: Electric Oven, Gas Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Patio Doors Leading To Patio
Utility Room: Washing Machine
Bedroom 1: Single (3ft) Bed
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom 2: Kingsize (5ft) Bed, Freeview TV
Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
Bedroom 3: Kingsize (5ft) Bed, Freeview TV
Bedroom 4: Single (3ft) Bed
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet.
Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot, highchair and stairgate.. Enclosed rear patio with garden furniture. Front garden. Bike store. Garage parking for 1 car; additional private parking for 2 cars. No smoking. Ground floor facilities. Please note: There are 2 steps to the patio (alternative level access available).. Island View is a spacious and welcoming detached holiday cottage in the conservation village of Crail, with views of the Firth of Forth from the front of the cottage, and uninterrupted views of the countryside from the back. From the doorstep, you can explore this charming village with its picture postcard old harbour, award-winning sandy beach and quaint lanes filled with galleries, potteries, cafes, restaurants and shops. Enjoy freshly caught lobsters and crabs (in season) at the harbourside, and locally caught fish is also available. Regular boat trips run from Anstruther to the Isle of May, home to an incredible array of wildlife and sea birds, or perhaps join the Fife Coastal Path for many miles of coastal walks to sandy beaches and old fishing villages. Just a short drive along the coast is St Andrews, with historic buildings, excellent selection of restaurants, cafes and shops, and of course its championship golf courses. Famous for golf, the area has around 50 golf courses in the Kingdom of Fife. Crail boasts 2 of them; Balcomie Course, the seventh oldest course in the world, and Craighead Links. Beach 400 yards. Shop 200 yards, pub and restaurant 300 yards.
Free WiFi
Letting License : FI01733F
Nearby points of interest
- Kingsbarns Distillery and Visitor Centre
- St Andrews Cathedral
- Craigtoun Country Park
- Bellevue Farm Tours
- Springback Distillery
- Tantallon Castle
Reviews (28)
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Confirmed Guest
Comfortable house, good location and views. Good base for the East Neuk villages. Very helpful owner.
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Confirmed Guest
Lovely spacious house, well equipped,everything you need, An information pack would be useful regarding ..set up of .TV's, washing machine,& fire etc. Great holiday
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Peter Hirst
This is a great property with everything you need for the perfect stay. Very clean, plenty of room and an excellent location. Lovely coastal walks and plenty of places to visit. This was our 6th stay at Island View and still as good as our first visit.