Private Beach Access - Dumbarnie Golf - Beautiful 2 B/Rm Cottage - Pet Friendly

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The Old Stables, Strathairly Cottage
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9.8Outstanding
(62 Ratings)
"Great property set in a beautiful location, ideal for our kind of holiday with our two Labradors. The cottage had everything we needed and being positioned in such a wonderful, quiet place gave us the..."
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9.8 / 10
Outstanding(62 Ratings)

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4 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bath

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
High-end valueWell priced for this area

About this cottage rental

The Old Stables at Strathairly Cottage offers luxury self-catering accommodation, sleeping 4 adults in a secluded coastal spot just outside the village of Upper Largo, gateway to the East Neuk of Fife. Fabulous enclosed gardens and access to beach.
Situated in a peaceful coastal spot within walking distance of the villages of Lower Largo and Upper Largo and with direct access to Largo Beach across an adjacent field, The Old Stables offers flexible accommodation for up to 4 adults over 2 floors. The cottage is located at the end of a long private drive within approximately 2.5 acres of the owner’s gardens and is surrounded by arable farmland with no traffic to disturb the tranquillity.
The ground floor accommodation comprises a large dining kitchen, living room with wood burner and patio doors to private patio and enclosed south facing garden looking towards the coast. In addition, there is a utility room with washer and dryer and downstairs toilet on the ground floor. On the upper floor there is a master room with king size bed and en-suite shower room. The second double bedroom can be configured as a twin room or double with king size bed. On the landing there is a family bathroom with over bath shower.
Additionally there is storage for push bikes.
Outside there is ample parking to the front of the property. To the rear there is a patio area with dining table and large fully enclosed south facing garden laid primarily to lawn – perfect for children and/or dogs – which looks towards the Firth of Forth. From the property there is direct access across the adjacent field to the Fife Coastal Path/Cycle Path and the stunning secluded beach which is a short walk of about 400m from the Cottage. From the Fife Coastal Path the village of Lower Largo is within easy walking distance and the other villages of the East Neuk can be accessed by foot or on bicycle.
15 minutes from St Andrews and within easy reach of over 20 golf courses, this means The Old Stables is a perfect spot for a golfing holiday - the new Dumbarnie Links Course is only 5 mins away.
Local restaurants include various Michelin Star options (The Cellar, Peat Inn, Craig Millar etc)The Dory Bistro, many fine local pubs/restaurants and the award-winning Anstruther Fish & Chip Restaurant (awesome). Within walking distance are the Upper Largo Hotel and The Crusoe Hotel and Railway Inn in Lower Largo which are all very popular.
Additional Information –
• WiFi
• Pet friendly - garden is dog-proof and we welcome dogs warmly!
• All linen and towels provided
• Private Parking
• FreeSat Television
• Woodburning Stove
• Central Heating
The lovely quaint fishing villages of the East Neuk such as Pittenweem (with its renowned arts festival), Anstruther, St. Monans and Crail, several good beaches at Elie and St. Andrews and the vast open spaces of the Lomond Hills are all within easy reach. In terms of visitor attractions, the area is well served by a number of National Trust for Scotland properties including Kellie Castle, Falkland Palace and Mansion Hill of Tarvit and there are some excellent restaurants and bars nearby.
Strathairly Cottage is a charming rural property, which dates from the 1750s when it was formerly the dower house to the Strathairly Estate. The lands of Strathairly are understood to have formed a Knights Templar encampment during medieval times. The house was extended to the north in 1911 in the ‘Arts and Crafts’ style to create the distinctive architectural style that exists today with the feature turret and crow stepped elevations.
Please note that the cottage is located at the far end of a 600m gravel track. We regularly drive down it in our Jazz but it does occasionally have a few potholes (which we repair on a regular basis) so please get in touch if you have any concerns or questions re the track.

Amenities at Private Beach Access - Dumbarnie Golf - Beautiful 2 B/Rm Cottage - Pet Friendly

Non-smoking
Pets allowed
Family friendly

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Ratings and reviews

9.8 / 10
Outstanding(62 Ratings)
10 / 10Outstanding·Sep 2025
Great property set in a beautiful location, ideal for our kind of holiday with our two Labradors. The cottage had everything we needed and being positioned in such a wonderful, quiet place gave us the relaxing holiday we were looking for. Easy access for a walk to the beach as well as numerous places to visit in the area. A great holiday.
10 / 10Outstanding·Sep 2025
After a one-and-a-half-week motorhome tour, we were looking for a cottage to spend a week in to round off the trip. This cottage was just right for us. It's beautifully nestled in nature, right next to a beautiful stretch of beach. From here, you can enjoy excursions to the beautiful nearby fishing villages. St. Andrews is well worth a visit, and Edinburgh can also be reached in an hour. The area is also a paradise for golfers. There are countless beautiful golf courses nearby. Unfortunately, I couldn't play due to shoulder problems. Next time, though, I hope to bring my golf equipment. The cottage has a beautiful garden and is very tastefully decorated. The hosts are very helpful and provide tips for excursions and recommendations for culinary delights. Thank you again for the welcome pack. We will definitely be back.
10 / 10Outstanding·Aug 2025
Very peaceful and beautiful location. We enjoyed sitting in the garden in the morning, drinking tea and listening to the birds.Easy walk across a field to connect with the Fife Coastal Path.The cottage was clean and comfortable with all the essentials and an amazing welcome basket provided.We would happily stay here again.
10 / 10Outstanding·Aug 2025
We really enjoyed our stay in the beautiful cottage. The (almost) private beach is very easy to reach via a field and there is absolute peace and quiet - great for relaxing. Helen & Ross are great hosts with lots of tips for exploring the surrounding area.

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FAQs

Is parking included with this cottage?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Private Beach Access - Dumbarnie Golf - Beautiful 2 B/Rm Cottage - Pet Friendly. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this cottage?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cottage. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Private Beach Access - Dumbarnie Golf - Beautiful 2 B/Rm Cottage - Pet Friendly pet friendly?

Yes! This cottage is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

What amenities are available at Private Beach Access - Dumbarnie Golf - Beautiful 2 B/Rm Cottage - Pet Friendly?

We found 3 amenities for this rental. This includes non-smoking, pets allowed, and family friendly.