Crail Harbour where you'll find the lobster and crab shack for the freshest local shellfish.

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Take a look inside Sandcastle Cottage in the lovely East Neuk village of Crail, Fife, with easy access opposite the cottage to the Fife Coastal Path. No pets allowed

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How to book your stay at Sandcastle Cottage, Crail We’d love to welcome you to Sandcastle Cottage, so just check that the dates you require are available using the ‘Book Now’ box.

Stay
We hope that you will feel at home at Sandcastle Cottage, and enjoy exploring the local area. You’ll find lots of ideas here for things to do around the East Neuk of Fife.

Living Area
On the ground floor of Sandcastle Cottage you will find the living area: a living room with comfortable furniture, oak tables, TV and DVD player and a selection of books. There is a pebble and driftwood effect gas fire forRead more

Late Availability near St Andrews
Our booking system is currently closed as we are not accepting any bookings for 2021 until we have a clearer indication as to when the current lockdown and travel restrictions will end. Please keep watching our website for future updates.

Bedrooms in Sandcastle Cottage
Sandcastle Cottage sleeps 5 in two bedrooms. One is a double bedroom, with en-suite shower room and views over the street towards Roome Bay, Crail. The second bedroom is a triple room with 3 single beds.
Family Holidays in Crail
Ideas for things to do on a family holiday near St Andrews in the East Neuk village of Crail.
25 things to do in the East Neuk of Fife

Here are 25 things we have done as a family whilst on holiday at Sandcastle Cottage. There is definitely something for everyone on a holiday in the East Neuk of Fife and St Andrews. As seasoned holidaymakers in the area, there are of course some glaring omissions but we thought the selection might inspire you if you’re considering a break here.
Covid-19 Impact and Update

Sandcastle Cottage is currently closed due to Scottish Government restrictions. We are not accepting any bookings for 2021 until we have a clear indication as to when the current lockdown and travel restrictions will end. Please keep watching our website for further updates
Self Catering with young children

Relaxing family holidays by the sea
We can help you plan a relaxing holiday by the sea with your family. Having been on self catering holidays with our own children we have a good idea what makes a holiday with young children fun. Read more
Self Catering Cottage near St Andrews

Self Catering in the village of Crail only 10 miles from St Andrews offers a unique way of shopping which has all but disappeared in many towns and cities in the UK.
Read moreLatest Blog Posts
Helpful suggestions for things to do on a visit to Crail.
Green Policy for Sandcastle Cottage Crail

At Sandcastle Cottage we are committed through our green policy to providing good quality self-catering accommodation whilst minimising the impact of our business activities on the environment.
Read moreKemback and Blebocraigs

Kemback and Blebocraigs is a hidden gem. There are lots of interesting features on this walk and a few stories to tell so read on.
Read moreElie and Kilconquhar Loch

Elie and Kilconquhar Loch is a short 5 mile circular walk which will take you approximately 2 hours. Paths are flat and well trodden. Some road walking back to Elie with minimum traffic.
Read moreGolfing Holiday in Crail

Crail Golfing Society formed in 1786 is the 7th oldest golf club in the world and and ideal venue for your golfing holiday. The society has two amazing championship golf courses Balcomie Links and Craighead. Only a short drive from the village of Crail these links courses provide some challenging holes and superb panoramic views across the Firth of Forth. Read more
Walking Fife Coastal Path

Sandy and Susan’s Walks on the Fife Coastal Path Walking Fife: time for a summary of our Fife Coastal Path walks. This will mean you have an easy guide to find the different walks which we’ve completed over the years.
Walks from Sandcastle Cottage

When staying at Sandcastle Cottage you are never far away from some great walks and amazing wildlife. The Fife Coastal Path passes your doorstep.
Walking the Fife Pilgrim Way

Fife Pilgrim Way is a 64 mile (104km) long distance footpath starting at North Queensferry or Culross through Central Fife and ending in the grounds of St Andrews Cathedral. The route opened in July 2019 and is designed as aRead more