Fife Castle
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What Oliver loves…
- Breath-taking grounds include ancient woodlands, a heated swimming pool and tennis courts. There's something for everyone.
- Enjoy a BBQ around the firepit on your own private beach whilst looking out for local otters and seals in the water
- The chandelier lit dining room provides a perfect place for a banquet fit for a Lord!
- Opulent bedrooms offer comfort, style and historic flourishes complete with en-suites, dressing rooms and a fantastic nursery room for the ultimate kids’ sleepover
- The location is within easy reach of Scotland’s bustling cities, from Edinburgh to Dundee
Live the life of a Lord in this stunning castle, majestically placed in the Kingdom of Fife, with heated swimming pool, private beach and opulent interiors. U...
Overview
Live the life of a Lord in this stunning castle, majestically placed in the Kingdom of Fife, with heated swimming pool, private beach and opulent interiors. Up to 34 guests can come together to celebrate in privacy and style in this magical estate complete with stunning views of the River Tay Estuary.
Home to the Earls of Dundee since the 18th Century, this one-of-a-kind castle is now available to rent as a holiday home. Enjoy an elegant dinner on the chandelier lit dining table, with the crackle of the fireplace behind you and views of the estate outside. Private chefs are available to book to help cater delicious meals for your guests, or you can choose to make use of the wonderful warm country kitchen, which is stocked with all you need to cater from cups of coffees to home-cooked meals.
Enjoy drinks on the elegant terrace, with a welcome bar on arrival, or take your cocktails in the light-filled drawing room. Browse the historic books available in the castle’s own well-stocked library, cosying up by the fire with a rare find. If you’re looking for a special night of entertainment, the large ballroom provides a prestigious place to host a party, whilst smaller scale, yet lively, evenings can be spent around the grand piano in one of the cosy reception rooms.
Sleep amongst the lavishly designed bedrooms with an excellent choice of rooms. There are plenty of bedrooms to choose from (16 in fact!) set across two floors, ranging from single beds to Super-King rooms, many with en-suite or private bathrooms. For groups with young children an inviting nursery room accommodates up to six little ones for the ultimate sleepover with bunk bed and sofa areas.
Outside, the expansive estate is at your disposal to explore and discover throughout your stay. Walk amongst the walled gardens and towering ancient trees under huge starry skies. Have a bonfire on your own private beach and look out for the local otters and seals that often can be seen frolicking in the water. With a tennis court, delightful heated swimming pool and glorious terrace it will be hard to tempt your guest back inside of an evening, with such wonderful natural surroundings available throughout your stay.
With the help of the on-site butler, there are many opportunities for excursions and activities from horse-riding to falconry and beyond, to allow you and your party to truly live the high life in the Kingdom of Fife.
What you should know…
- Fife Castle can comfortably sleep 30 guests and 4 children (in bunk beds) across 16 bedrooms. A further two children can sleep on roll out divan beds in the Nursery room, and an additional two bedrooms are available for staff (on request, subject to an additional cost).
- For even larger groups, there are also 6 en-suite bedrooms in the stables. Please enquire for pricing if interested.
- Quiet and non-intrusive butler lives on-site in a separate wing, they will be very happy to help.
- Young children should be supervised in the swimming pool and at the private beach.
Property Features
Castle Interior
- Dining room with large table, chandeliers and fireplace
- Ballroom
- Library
- Billiards room
- Sitting rooms with fireplaces
- Cinema room with Smart TV with Netflix, Sky Sports and Amazon Prime
- Drawing room with welcome bar
- Large country style kitchen with dishwasher and fridge-freezer
Ground Floor Bedrooms (available for staff use on request, subject to an additional cost)
- Juniper room: Bedroom with King bed
- Alder room: Bedroom with twin beds
- Shared shower room for guests in Juniper and Alder rooms
First Floor Bedrooms
- Birch room: North-West facing bedroom with Super-King bed and views over Tay Firth and woodland. Ensuite with walk-in shower
- Birch single room: Bedroom with single bed, part of the Birch room suite. Views over Tay Firth and woodland. Shared en- suite with Birch room
- Beech room: West facing bedroom with Super-King bed and views over Tay Firth, farmland and gardens. En- suite with walk-in shower
- Beech single room: Bedroom with single bed, part of the Beech room suite. Views over Tay Firth and gardens.Shared en- suite with Beech room
- Willow room: North facing bedroom with Super-King bed and views over Tay Firth, woodland and gardens.Private bathroom with shower
- Oak bedroom: South facing bedroom with Super-King bed and views over gardens. Adjoining door to Nursery room. Shared bathroom with Sycamore room with shower
- Nursery room: South facing playroom/bedroom with 2 bunk beds (4 beds), suitable for children only. Each bunk also has a roll out divan bed for 2 extra children. Access to shower room across the hallway
- Sycamore room: South facing bedroom with Queen bed and views over gardens and woodland. Shared bathroom with Oak room
- Maple room: North facing bedroom with King bed and views over Tay Firth, woodland and gardens. En-suite with freestanding bath and separate shower
- Cedar room: North facing bedroom with King bed and views over Tay Firth, woodland and gardens.Bathroom on mezzanine level across the corridor with shower (not shown on floor plan)
- Hazel room: North facing bedroom with twin beds (can be joined together to make a King bed) with views over Tay Firth. Private bathroom with shower.
Second Floor Bedrooms
- Cherry room: North facing bedroom with views over Tay Firth and woodland. Private bathroom across the hallway with shower
- Rowan room: North facing bedroom with views over Tay Firth. Private bathroom with bath and shower
- Pine room: South facing bedroom with views over gardens and tennis court. Private bathroom with shower across the hallway
- Hawthorn room: South facing bedroom with views over gardens and tennis court. Private bathroom with shower
- Tower room: South facing bedroom with King bed and views over gardens and tennis court. Private bathroom with shower
Outside Grounds
- Terrace area with additional outdoor seating
- Tennis court
- Heated swimming pool with cover (heated approximately May to September)
- Courtyard
- Private Parking
- Barbecue fire pit
- Private Beach
- Ancient woodlands
Additional Facilities
- Wi-Fi
- TVs
- On street parking available
- Washing machine
- Rare and historic books in the library
Fife Castle is perfectly placed in the Kingdom of Fife giving easy access to both the Highlands and ...
| Nearest Airport |
Edinburgh Airport
(76 km ) |
| Nearest Train Station |
Cupar Train Station
(14 km ) |
| Nearest City |
St Andrews
(26.7 km) |
Location
About the surrounding area of Fife CastleFife Castle is perfectly placed in the Kingdom of Fife giving easy access to both the Highlands and Lowland of glorious Scotland. Through the House Manger guests can choose from a range of activities on the estate, from fly-fishing in the river, clay pigeon shooting or even trying a tipple or two of Scotland’s finest whisky-tasting. Why not arrange a Scottish ceilidh in the ballroom complete with an authentic piper? Or take a horse ride through the woodland trails to really enjoy the grounds in style?
If you can be tempted away from your own grounds, then why not try a round of golf on some of Scotland’s most prestigious courses from the Old Course Dumbarnie or Kingsbarns, all within driving distance. If that doesn’t satisfy you then a trip to The R&A World Golf museum in St. Andrews, just half an hour drive from the castle, will give golf fans plenty to discover, tracing the game’s history back to the 15th Century right through to modern day.
History lovers will be spoilt for choice on places to explore and significant landmarks to visit. A lovely walk we recommend is a two-mile woodland stroll to the south bank of the Tay estuary and the village of Balmerino where you can visit the ruins of an extraordinary Cistercian abbey dating back to 1229. Or if you wish to pack a chef prepared picnic, you can take a trip out to any number of the fantastic castles just a short distance away from the majestic Falkland and Glamis Castle to the red sandstone Scone Palace in Perth.
With the delightful city of Edinburgh just an hour away and Dundee even less, the castle is accessible to the major Scottish points of interest. If you are looking for some culture then head to the Victoria and Albert Museum in Dundee to celebrate historic Scottish design or visit the HMS Discovery, the historic steamship that took Shackleton to Antarctica in 1901.
| Local Amenities | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest Airport |
Edinburgh Airport
(76 km ) |
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| Nearest Train Station |
Cupar Train Station
(14 km ) |
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| Nearest City |
St Andrews
(26.7 km) |
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| Nearest Town |
Cupar
(14 km) |
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| Nearest Restaurant |
The Peat Inn
(22 km) |
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| Nearest Bar/Pub |
The View
(9.3 km ) |
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| Nearest Supermarket |
Tesco Superstore
(14.6 km) |
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| Nearest Golf |
Links of St Andrews
(26 km ) |
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| Nearest Beach |
Private beach
(On site) |
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Region
Luxury self-catering holiday accommodation in the Kingdom of Fife
Welcome to the Kingdom of Fife, a Scottish gem nestled on the eastern coast, where history, beauty and culture collide for an unforgettable adventure! Grab your favourite pals, your family or sweep away your special someone for a getaway that is just a booking away, thanks to Oliver's Travels!
First up, St. Andrews, the "Home of Golf," is a dazzling jewel in Fife's crown. Get ready to swing your way through world-class golf courses, including the legendary Old Course, where golfing dreams come true. It is not just about the golf though, St. Andrews is a historical hotspot with medieval marvels like the St. Andrews Cathedral and St. Andrews Castle standing tall. You can wander through cobblestone streets that whisper tales of the past, creating a perfect mix of history and breathtaking views.
If you are yearning for a taste of traditional Scottish maritime life, you can follow the Fife Coastal Path diving into the charm of fishing villages such as Anstruther with pastel-painted houses by the harbour. Anstruther's claim to culinary fame is its world-famous fish and chips, yum! The coastal path leads you on a journey through other delightful villages including Pittenweem and Crail, each with its own unique character and a history as colourful as the houses.
Dunfermline, once the ancient capital of Scotland, boasts Dunfermline Abbey where Robert the Bruce found his final resting place and the regal Dunfermline Palace. Pittencrieff Park is an historic escape filled with gardens, a mansion and an abundance of greenery, creating a perfect blend of history and serenity.
For nature enthusiasts, the Lomond Hills Regional Park is a haven of outdoor fun with rolling hills, scenic trails and spectacular views. The park invites hiking, cycling and birdwatching.
Kirkcaldy, known for its industrial past, has donned a modern hat with a flourishing arts scene. You can catch a show at the Adam Smith Theatre, stroll along the waterfront and explore the cultural treasure trove that is Kirkcaldy Galleries.
Fife's lively festivals and events include The East Neuk Festival which celebrates music and arts, while the Crail Food Festival tantalizes taste buds with local gastronomic delights.
The Kingdom of Fife is a playground for history buffs, nature lovers and those seeking a dash of culture. Whether you are teeing off in St. Andrews, savouring fish and chips by the sea or dancing to the tunes of a local festival, Fife promises an enchanting Scottish experience that will leave you yearning for more.
Ah, bonnie Scotland! A wild and beautiful part of the world, where you can explore the rugged highlands or enjoy the colour and vibrancy of cultural capitals like Edinburgh and Glasgow.
But how do you know you’re getting the very best out of your trip? That’s where we come in. If you’ve had a browse through our range of luxury cottages and castles in Scotland, you’ll know there’s some great places to stay, but to find all the great things to do, see and eat you’ll need our handy Scotland travel guide – so read on and enjoy!
Escape to your own fairy-tale castle for a family holiday to remember and one your children will nev...
Kids
Best Suited For: All AgesEscape to your own fairy-tale castle for a family holiday to remember and one your children will never forget. With 1500 acres of beautiful grounds to explore, there is plenty to keep kids busy from toasting marshmallows on the firepit at your private beach to splashing in the heated swimming pool. With space inside to spread out, older children can make the space their own, whilst younger kids will revel in the sleepover room and the chance to spot otters and seals and a plethora of other wildlife in the plentiful grounds.
For a day out why not take a trip to The Scottish Deer Centre, a 55-acre park with over 150 animals including twelve species of deer, wolves, lynx and even a European Brown bear. There are daily feeding talks, tours and falconry shows to keep everyone entertained, and an on-site shop and café.
For a little mystery why not travel to St. Andrews to Scotland’s Secret Bunker, an innocent looking farmhouse that conceals a secret underground ROTOR bunker built by the RAF in 1953 in response to the Cold War nuclear threat. Tour the Command Centre, the dorms and plotting rooms to get a real sense of history and mystery.
For children young and old a visit to Pittencrieff Park in Fife is a must, with three large play areas complete with chutes, swings and climbing frames and some beautiful gardens to explore and roam around. Bring a picnic and enjoy the 76 acres of historical and cultural significance, see if you can spot the resident peacocks too!
Baby and Toddler Equipment
- Cot(s)
- High Chair(s)
Kids Activities Close-by
- Beach Nearby
- Walk to Beach
- Horse Riding
- Fishing
- Historical Sites
Onsite Facilities
- Tennis Court
- Indoor Games
- Pool/Snooker
- Home Cinema
- Fenced Grounds
Services Available
- Chef/Cook Available
- Maid Service Available
Oliver's Extras
- Chef/Cook Available
- Maid Service Available
- On-Site Concierge
- Butler Available
- Welcome Bar Included which guests can then re-stock as required. Bring your own champagne, wine and spirits at no corkage charge.
- Fully Serviced & Catered Packages Available
- Use of the Driving Range Available
At Oliver’s Travels, we pride ourselves on going that little bit further for our guests. From p...
Extras
Oliver's Extras
- Chef/Cook Available
- Maid Service Available
- On-Site Concierge
- Butler Available
- Welcome Bar Included which guests can then re-stock as required. Bring your own champagne, wine and spirits at no corkage charge.
- Fully Serviced & Catered Packages Available
- Use of the Driving Range Available
At Oliver’s Travels, we pride ourselves on going that little bit further for our guests. From private chefs to travel services, we can help you arrange those little extras that make it a truly memorable holiday. Simply fill in the concierge request form or contact the Oliver’s Concierge Team, who will be happy to help. We can typically help you arrange any of the following:
- Maid service/extra cleaning
- Private chef/cook/catering
- Welcome hamper/pre-stocked fridge
- Local day-trips or tours
- Airport pick-up/drop-off
Fully Catered and Serviced Packages
Available for an additional cost. Please enquire for accurate pricing. The package will include:
- 5 star service from the royal butler/s and staff
- Exclusive use of castle and grounds
- Bespoke menus designed by an award-winning fine dining chef
- Onsite castle managers to help you plan activities and manage your stay
- Help with organising airport transfers and taxis
- House fireplaces set for use
- Welcome bar
- Basic daily morning housekeeping
Other extras available at this property (additional cost):
- Private chef
- Butler
- Serving staff
- Housekeeping
- Concierge
- Use of the driving range
Please note that all extras are subject to availability and must be requested in advance of the holiday (prices on request). Due to some rural/remote locations, not all services will be available at all properties. However, we will always do our best to fulfil your requests!
Please note that any event rental may be subject to additional charges, venue hire fees and to a hig...
Event information
Please note that any event rental may be subject to additional charges, venue hire fees and to a higher security deposit, which will be in addition to any published rental rates and fees.
All events are on request only and subject to prior agreement from the owner, who reserves the right to refuse all events without their prior authorisation.
| Security deposit | £2000 paid via bank transfer to the owner one month before arrival and refunded two weeks after departure, subject to full inspection. |
| Arrival time | 4.00 p.m. There is a £600 early access fee from 12.00 p.m. |
| Departure time | 10.00 a.m. There is a £300 late access fee which allows guests to leave the castle at 12.00 p.m. |
Terms & Conditions
These terms and conditions may be amended from time to time.
| Security deposit | £2000 paid via bank transfer to the owner one month before arrival and refunded two weeks after departure, subject to full inspection. |
| Arrival time | 4.00 p.m. There is a £600 early access fee from 12.00 p.m. |
| Departure time | 10.00 a.m. There is a £300 late access fee which allows guests to leave the castle at 12.00 p.m. |
| Energy costs included? | Yes. |
| Heating costs included? | Yes. |
| Linen & towels included? | Yes. |
| End of stay cleaning included? | Yes and morning housekeeping is also included. However, guests are required to leave the accommodation clean, tidy and in the same condition as on their arrival. Any extra cleaning, laundry, maintenance and/or rubbish disposal required will be charged against the security deposit. |
| Internet access? | Wi-Fi internet access included. |
| Minimum stay | 3 nights approximately May to end-September. 2 nights during all other periods. |
| Changeover day | Flexible. |
| Pets welcome? | Dogs welcome on request only and with prior agreement with the owner. |
| Smoking Allowed? | No smoking or vaping. |
| Pool towels included? | Yes. |
| Pool heating charge? | Included approximately May to September. Please note that like all heated pools, pool heating and water temperature are reliant on weather and outside temperatures. |
| Other Ts and Cs | A travel cot and high chair are available on request. |
| Other Ts and Cs | Fife Castle can comfortably sleep 30 guests and 4 children (in bunk beds) across 16 bedrooms. A further two children can sleep on roll out divan beds in the Nursery room, and an additional two bedrooms are available for staff (on request, subject to an additional cost). |
| Other Ts and Cs | An additional stable block with 6 more en-suite rooms is available on request. Please enquire for pricing if required. |
| Other Ts and Cs | Weddings, stag/hen parties and any special events are on request only and subject to prior arrangement with the owner and additional charges. |
| Other Ts and Cs | Quiet and non-intrusive butler lives on-site in a separate wing, they will be very happy to help. |
| Other Ts and Cs | Guests will be required to sign a copy of the owner's rental terms before the arrival. |
Rental Rates
Prices based on an occupancy of 34 people:
| Rental period | 2 Nights | 3 Nights | 4 Nights | 5 Nights | Weekly |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 29th 2025 - May 1st 2025 | $13,588 | $20,382 | $27,176 | $33,969 | $47,557 |
| May 1st 2025 - Oct 1st 2025 | - | $20,382 | $27,176 | $33,969 | $47,557 |
| Oct 1st 2025 - Dec 25th 2025 | $13,588 | $20,382 | $27,176 | $33,969 | $47,557 |
| Dec 25th 2025 - Dec 27th 2025 | $21,404 | $32,106 | $42,808 | $53,509 | $74,913 |
| Dec 27th 2025 - Dec 30th 2025 | $13,588 | $20,382 | $27,176 | $33,969 | $47,557 |
| Dec 30th 2025 - Jan 2nd 2026 | $21,404 | $32,106 | $42,808 | $53,509 | $74,913 |
| Jan 2nd 2026 - May 1st 2026 | $13,588 | $20,382 | $27,176 | $33,969 | $47,557 |
| May 1st 2026 - Sep 30th 2026 | - | $24,458 | $32,611 | $40,763 | $57,068 |
Please note that these prices/rates are a guide only and may not be correct at the current date. For an accurate quote, please enquire.
Reviews
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Scotland at the next level
Eye popping location, unique environment , quality of facilities , supporting staff excellent, bucket list material
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Terrific!
Terrific. Great on site staff
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