Guests say
East Lodge receives high praise for its picturesque setting, spacious and comfortable interiors, and proximity to the charming village of Falkland and scenic walking trails. Guests consistently mention the cottage's cleanliness, well-equipped kitchen, and relaxing atmosphere. The property is ideal for exploring Fife and offers a peaceful retreat with beautiful views. While a few minor maintenance issues and limited seating were noted, these did not detract from the overwhelmingly positive experience. The lodge is especially appreciated for its warmth, style, and the helpfulness of the estate staff.
Multiple reviews highlight the cottage as clean and tidy throughout, with only occasional minor dusting issues mentioned. Overall, guests are very satisfied with the cleanliness.
The location is frequently described as beautiful, picturesque, and ideal for exploring Falkland and the wider Fife area. Guests appreciate the proximity to walks, the village, and local attractions.
Guests consistently mention comfortable beds, a cosy lounge, and a relaxing atmosphere. A minor note was made about seating for four adults, but overall comfort is rated very highly.
The property is well-equipped and stylish, with a well-stocked kitchen and good amenities. Some minor issues were noted, such as a shower repair and radiator efficiency, but these were exceptions rather than the rule.
There are no specific mentions of welcome gifts or extra thoughtful touches in the reviews, so a score cannot be provided for this category.
About this property
A fabulous historic cottage on the beautiful Falkland Estate; immaculately presented throughout this will appeal to couples and families as a base to explore rural Fife. 2 steps to entrance.
Ground Floor:
Living/dining room: Freeview Smart TV, Woodburner, French Doors Leading To Garden
Kitchen: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher
Utility Room: Washing Machine
Shower Room: Walk-In Shower, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Zip And Link Super Kingsize Bed (2 x Singles On Request)
Bedroom 2: Zip And Link Super Kingsize Bed (2 x Singles On Request)
Shower Room: Walk-In Shower, Toilet.
Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot. Welcome pack.. Garden with sitting-out area, garden furniture and BBQ. Parking for 2 cars in car park, free of charge; additional on road parking. No smoking.. Located at the East entrance to the magnificent Falkland Estate, East Lodge is a B listed Tudor Style lodge and dates back to the 1800s. The lodge has been refurbished in 2021 maintaining the character of the property to provide luxurious holiday accommodation throughout. Immaculately presented this is an ideal location for couples and families to relax and unwind, and explore the picturesque surrounding scenery. The Lodge was likely designed by William Burn, one of Scotland’s foremost architects in the 19th century. William Burn was responsible for designing the magnificent House of Falkland (1839-1844) for the Estate owners of the time, Margaret and Onespherous Tyndall Bruce.
Immaculately presented throughout with colour coordinated furnishings on the ground floor the welcoming living room with dining table and wood burner for those cooler evenings is ideal for everyone to relax to plan the next day’s activities. The modern kitchen with breakfast bar is well-equipped and there is a boot room adjacent with a handy utility room with washing machine leading to a shower room with walk-in shower. There are two beautifully presented bedrooms on the first floor, both with a zip and link super kingsize bed which can be twin bedrooms on request; a large shower room with walk in shower completes the picture.
Step outside into the garden, just the spot for relaxing with a glass of wine or al fresco dining. Explore the historic estate and lovely grounds spanning 1900 hectares or stroll down into the conservation village of Falkand with quaint old lanes, or visit the majestic Royal Palace. The village has a wealth of local craft shops and good eateries, and there is also a handy café at the Stables on the Estate, open 7 days a week. For Outlander fans, Falkland is a must for it was the setting for some of this most popular series. For days out, enjoy a day at the seaside, the sandy beaches of the East Neuk of Fife are within 30 minutes’ drive. Walkers will love the Coastal Trail which takes you along the shore to old fishing villages with fabulous views over the Firth of Forth. For city days out, St Andrews, Perth, Dundee and Edinburgh are all within easy reach, and the local railway station has regular links to all the major cities.
Free WiFi
The water is from a spring, well or borehole, and not a mains supply.
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Nearby points of interest
- The Scottish Deer Centre
- Fergusson Gallery
- Bellevue Farm Tours
- Loch Leven
- Benarty Hill Walk
- Branklyn Garden
Reviews (21)
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Confirmed Guest
We have stayed at East Lodge more than once and always have a relaxed and happy time, enjoying Falkland and the surrounding countryside. The accommodation suits us very well, and offers us an escape from our routine. I expect we will try to book again for next year.
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Confirmed Guest
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Confirmed Guest
Fabulous location and area highly recommended for beautiful scenery history and architecture. The Lodge is beautiful in a wonderful location. However for the rating of the accommodation I expected comfortable seating for four adults in the sitting room not three alas this was not so, bucket style chairs do not fit the bill. Also the clothes hanging arrangement on oneof the bedroom doors with two steps to access is not fit for purpose and hazardous. Plastic portions of jam left for use are not environmentally sound.The Pillars of Hercules farm and organic shop nearby sell excellent produce, the bakery in the village is also very good.