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A fabulous three-bedroom apartment in a courtyard setting.
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3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6
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Markinch, near Glenrothes
Bongos Soft Play Centre
8 min drive
Skydive St. Andrews
11 min drive
Falkland Palace
12 min drive
Dundee (DND)
50 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 3
2 Single Beds
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
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Kitchen
Garden
About this property
A fabulous three-bedroom apartment in a courtyard setting.
A fabulous three-bedroom apartment in a courtyard setting. Full of history and character, it lies in the 400 acres of Balbirnie Estate, surrounded by woodland walks and beautiful gardens.. All on the First Floor:
Living/dining room: Smart TV, Netflix, Amazon Firestick, Apple TV, Juliet Balcony
Kitchen: Electric Oven, Gas Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Coffee Machine, Washing Machine
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 3: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet. Gas central heating, gas, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Estate grounds (shared with other properties on site) with woodland and parkland. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking. . The Goldsmiths Apartment is situated on the first floor and has been renovated whilst retaining some of the original features, including a Juliet balcony overlooking the courtyard and a circular window. Light and airy, this holiday apartment has a cosy, open-plan living/dining room leading to the kitchen, which has good quality appliances. There are also three bedrooms and a family bathroom.
Set in 400 acres of stunning parkland on the popular Balbirnie Estate, the apartment is located in central Fife between Edinburgh and St Andrews. The building and the cobbled courtyard date back to the 1700s when it was part of the estate and housed the stables, coach house, grain store and gardener’s cottage. In the mid 1970s, the building was converted to a craft centre with individual workshops and apartments. The estate has a rich history and was owned by the Balfour family until 1969, and during the 18th and 19th centuries, the estate landscape was designed by Robert Robinson and Thomas White, who created one of the most extensive and significant collections of rhododendrons in the east of Scotland. Guests are able to see a magnificent display of around 200 varieties from India, China and the Himalayan provinces.From the apartment, guests can explore the parklands with bridle paths and woodland walks, the idea; place to enjoy a picnic and a good place to spot wildlife. There is also a an 18-hole golf course.
The conservation village of Markinch is only a short walk and is a good place to pick up supplies and have a coffee. If you prefer to leave the car behind, the local railway station has links to most major cities and you can enjoy a day out to Edinburgh, Perth or Inverness. For a day at the seaside, Leven offers a promenade and sandy beaches, you can also explore the coastal towns and villages on the Fife coastal route. St Andrews is just over 30-minute drive. Beach 7½ miles. Shop 800 yards, pub and restaurant 300 yards.
Free WiFi
EPC Rating = C
Sottish Letting Licence No: FI00384F
Living/dining room: Smart TV, Netflix, Amazon Firestick, Apple TV, Juliet Balcony
Kitchen: Electric Oven, Gas Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Coffee Machine, Washing Machine
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 3: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet. Gas central heating, gas, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Estate grounds (shared with other properties on site) with woodland and parkland. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking. . The Goldsmiths Apartment is situated on the first floor and has been renovated whilst retaining some of the original features, including a Juliet balcony overlooking the courtyard and a circular window. Light and airy, this holiday apartment has a cosy, open-plan living/dining room leading to the kitchen, which has good quality appliances. There are also three bedrooms and a family bathroom.
Set in 400 acres of stunning parkland on the popular Balbirnie Estate, the apartment is located in central Fife between Edinburgh and St Andrews. The building and the cobbled courtyard date back to the 1700s when it was part of the estate and housed the stables, coach house, grain store and gardener’s cottage. In the mid 1970s, the building was converted to a craft centre with individual workshops and apartments. The estate has a rich history and was owned by the Balfour family until 1969, and during the 18th and 19th centuries, the estate landscape was designed by Robert Robinson and Thomas White, who created one of the most extensive and significant collections of rhododendrons in the east of Scotland. Guests are able to see a magnificent display of around 200 varieties from India, China and the Himalayan provinces.From the apartment, guests can explore the parklands with bridle paths and woodland walks, the idea; place to enjoy a picnic and a good place to spot wildlife. There is also a an 18-hole golf course.
The conservation village of Markinch is only a short walk and is a good place to pick up supplies and have a coffee. If you prefer to leave the car behind, the local railway station has links to most major cities and you can enjoy a day out to Edinburgh, Perth or Inverness. For a day at the seaside, Leven offers a promenade and sandy beaches, you can also explore the coastal towns and villages on the Fife coastal route. St Andrews is just over 30-minute drive. Beach 7½ miles. Shop 800 yards, pub and restaurant 300 yards.
Free WiFi
EPC Rating = C
Sottish Letting Licence No: FI00384F
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
About the area
Glenrothes
Glenrothes is home to this cottage. Kirkcaldy Museum and Art Gallery and Adam Smith Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Falkland Palace and Croft Moraig. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Wellsgreen Golf Range, or consider a night out at Backhouse Rossie Estate. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing.
Markinch, near Glenrothes
What's nearby
- Bongos Soft Play Centre - 8 min drive
- Skydive St. Andrews - 11 min drive
- Falkland Palace - 12 min drive
- Lomond Hills - 16 min drive
- Leven Beach - 20 min drive
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 7 min drive
- Golden Acorn - 7 min drive
- Costa Express - 7 min drive
- Handi Restaurant - 8 min drive
- Subway - 7 min drive
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