Susan McNaughton, Author at Sandcastle Cottage, Crail, KY10 3TU

February breaks by the sea

Susan McNaughton Blog, Spring Breaks, Winter Breaks January 17, 2026January 17, 2026East Neuk, Short-Breaks, snowdrops 0 Comment

February half-term holidays

February brings the first school holidays of the year, with schools throughout Scotland having half-term spring breaks.

Spring Breaks in Crail Scotland

Susan McNaughton Blog, Sandcastle Cottage, Self-Catering, Spring Breaks January 16, 2026January 17, 2026 0 Comment

Spring Breaks in Crail Scotland – Springtime is one of the best times of the year to visit Crail. At Sandcastle Cottage we have been welcoming guests since 1992. Many of our guests return year after year. Sandcastle Cottage is only a few minutes walk from Crails historic harbour, beaches, cafes and restaurants. Parking no problem, you can park right outside the cottage for free.

Self Catering Holidays

Susan McNaughton Blog, Crail, Fife, Holidays, Sandcastle Cottage, Self-Catering January 15, 2026January 17, 2026Crail, East Neuk, Holidays, late availability, Self-Catering 0 Comment

The beginning of the year is a time for planning Self Catering Holidays. Where would you like to go this year? At Sandcastle Cottage, we’ve been busy thinking of ideas to entice you to include the East Neuk of Fife as one of your self catering holidays.

Day Trip to St Andrews A Day to Remember

Susan McNaughton Blog, Days Out, St Andrews November 5, 2025January 15, 2026Activities, Golf, photography, shopping, Short-Breaks, Things to Do 0 Comment

There is lots to see and do on a day trip to St Andrews. Many of our guests are ex St Andrews students or have holidayed there as a child. Some of our visitors from parts of the UK and overseas are making their first trip to the area. However many are returning guests who have fallen in love with the area and enjoy a relaxing carefree holiday.

A Scenic Walk from Crail to Anstruther

Susan McNaughton Blog, Fife Coastal Path, Walking November 5, 2025January 15, 2026 0 Comment

A Scenic Walk from Crail to Anstruther. The East Neuk of Fife, with its rugged coastline, picturesque fishing villages, and serene landscapes, offers some of Scotland’s most charming walks.

Roome Bay

Susan McNaughton Blog November 5, 2025January 15, 2026Crail, Fife Coastal Path, Self-Catering 0 Comment

Roome Bay is only two minutes walk from Sandcastle Cottage and is great for an early morning or evening stroll, rock pooling, or enjoying the view out to sea towards the Isle of May.

October Half Term in Crail

Susan McNaughton Blog, Sandcastle Cottage August 15, 2025January 15, 2026Crail, East Neuk, Holidays, Self-Catering, Short-Breaks, Things to Do, Walking 0 Comment

October half term will soon be upon us. The challenge is finding something to do with the kids that keeps then amused during half term and doesn’t cost a fortune.

Accommodation for the Dunhill Links Championship

Susan McNaughton Blog, Golf, Sandcastle Cottage July 23, 2025January 15, 2026 0 Comment

The Alfred Dunhill Links Championship takes place this year from October 1 – 4, 2026 over Kingsbarns Golf Links, The Old Course St Andrews and Carnoustie. Accommodation for the Dunhill Links Championship – Sandcastle Cottage in Crail is only a 15 minute drive/bus ride to Kingsbarns and a 30 minute drive/bus ride to St Andrews Links. The cottage can accommodate up to 5 adults and is located in the centre of Crail within easy walking distance to shops, restaurants and Crail’s historic harbour.

Walks from Crail – Fife Ness Circular

Susan McNaughton Birdwatching, Blog, Walking May 11, 2025January 15, 2026Walking 0 Comment

This is a circular walk starting at Sandcastle Cottage in Nethergate North and is one of the more popular walks from Crail. The route follows the Fife Coastal Path to Roome Bay, Kilminning Nature Reserve, past the former Coast Guard Station (now a private house) at Fife Ness, Crail Golfing Society and back to Crail via Wormiston Farm. The route offers you superb views across the Firth of Forth.

Crail Holiday Cottage

Susan McNaughton Blog, Days Out, Self-Catering April 30, 2025January 15, 2026 0 Comment

Crail holiday cottage – Sandcastle Cottage is located in the conservation area of the East Neuk fishing village of Crail Scotland. We sleep 5 people plus a baby. With free on street parking outside the cottage you are only a few minutes walk from shops, restaurants, two beaches, childrens play area and Crail’s historic working harbour. You also have a large private garden to relax in on hot sunny days.

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