Vacation rentals in Fife

Fife has a wide variety of rental properties across its cities, smaller towns and rural areas. For couples, there are many properties dotted along the coast, perfect for a romantic getaway to enjoy the sights and sounds of the Scottish coast. For small groups of close friends, rental properties are plentiful in Dunfermline, with plenty of pubs and restaurants close by. The same is true closer to the coast in St Andrews and the East Neuk area. And for large families, plenty of 8+ bed country style are on offer, with all the necessary services and creature comforts.

Looking to spend some quality family time to celebrate a meaningful event? Whether your family is big or small, in Fife you can find 4-person places for you near the coast, all the way up to 1800ft luxury vacation rentals complete with jacuzzi. Need a break with that special someone? Why not rent a small rural nest with access to a jacuzzi? Doesn’t that sound just perfect for a glass of wine on a midwinter’s night

The Kingdom of Fife - ancestral home of Scottish royalty, natural beauty and internationally renowned for its golfing scene. Containing a former capital of Scotland, Dunfermline, as well as a location just north of Scotland’s current capital, Edinburgh, Fife boasts plenty for city-slickers and lovers of the hustle and bustle. Come and enjoy fine dining, craft beer and hit the shops on a getaway here, not to mention checking out ruins and former castles for lovers of history!

Further afield, the rugged coast with its unique rock formations and tiny fishing villages will appeal to enthusiasts of nature and those looking for a more relaxed getaway. Head to St Andrews West Sands, 2 miles long and just 15 minutes’ walk from the center of St Andrews. For those looking for a more active vacation, go hiking along the Fife Coastal Path, running from Kincardine to Newburgh, with the opportunity to see dolphins or even basking sharks. Also, about halfway along this trek, you can find Anstruther Fish Bar, named the UK’s best fish and chips shop in 2008-9!

Golf in Fife is like surfing in California. Beyond the many famous courses in St Andrews, Kingsbarns has a lovely sea view, and Lundin has a wide variety of golfing obstacles to test out your swing. If you reach your physical par and need to take some time off the course, further indulge your love for the sport and complement your game with a trip to the golf museum in St Andrews, recently refurbished and refitted. For those who are looking to play a whole different ball game, go and check out Britain’s oldest tennis court at Falkland Palace.

For families with children seeking entertainment in a way more suited to them, head on down to the pirate-themed Adventure Golf Island in Fife Leisure Park, boasting floodlit outdoor and indoor crazy golf courses. The Leisure Park also contains 10-pin bowling, a cinema and a bingo hall, so all ages can have the opportunity to enjoy themselves. And with the at-times unpredictable Scottish weather, here there will always be an indoor activity to pass the time away!

Located in a former abbey in the north-west of Fife, some of the first recorded evidence of whiskey comes from here. Fan of both whiskey and gin? Head to the Kingsbarns distillery who put on tours for both.

For those seeking live music and theater, the Kings Theatre in Kirkcaldy showcases live music, cabaret, comedy and theater nights, an ideal choice for any weekend away in Fife.

Head to Balmule Valley Fishery to enjoy a different type of angle. Here, take the chance to catch some Rainbow, Blue and Brown trout and treat your vacation companion(s) to some freshly-caught Fife fish!

Fife’s location just above the capital city of Edinburgh means the possibility of a day trip to see the medieval Old Town and elegant Georgian New Town. A highly compact city, there’s a lot to see in this world-famous destination.

Any hiking destination will also have a lot to offer for your four-legged friend. Tentsmuir forest and its close-by beach are great for them to stretch their legs and take a swim. They will also find delight in the many parks, including Dunnikier Park in Kirkcaldy. Pittencrieff Park in Dunfermline and Lochore Meadows in Lochore.