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The Goldsmiths Apartment

Cottage in Glenrothes with kitchen

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Dishwasher
Exterior
Beach
3 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets
Interior
On the historic Balbirnie Estate, Goldsmiths Apartment is a charming retreat within 400 acres of woodland walks and beautiful gardens. This first-floor apartment offers a Juliet balcony with views over the courtyard, three bedrooms and an open-plan living area with Smart TV and Amazon Firestick.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Goldsmiths Apartment

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, Amazon Firestick, Bluray Player, French Doors Leading To 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: Double (4ft 6in) Bed

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 family bathroom.

Set in 400 acres of stunning parkland on the popular Balbirnie Estate, the apartment is 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 can 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, award winning wedding venue Balbirnie House Hotel where you can get a drink or amazing food.

The conservation village of Markinch is only a short walk and is a good place to pick up supplies and have a coffee or have a beer. 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



Sottish Letting Licence No: FI00384F

EPC Rating = C

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Towels provided

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

The guest will be charged 50% amount for a cancellation after the reservation is made.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number FI00384F

Property is also known as

su-UK43977-UK43977

About the neighborhood

Map
Markinch, near Glenrothes

What's nearby

  • Bongos Soft Play Centre - 5 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Skydive St. Andrews - 8 min drive - 5.0 miles
  • Fife Ice Arena - 9 min drive - 6.9 miles
  • Falkland Palace - 10 min drive - 5.2 miles
  • Cluny Golf - 11 min drive - 7.4 miles

Getting around

  • Markinch Station - 5 min drive
  • Dundee (DND) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Golden Acorn (Wetherspoon) - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Handi - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Otters Head - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Goldsmiths Apartment pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Goldsmiths Apartment?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Goldsmiths Apartment?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Goldsmiths Apartment located?

Situated in Glenrothes, this cottage is 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Bongos Soft Play Centre and within 6 mi (10 km) of Wellsgreen Golf Range and Happy Hounds Secure Dog Walking Field. Falkland Palace and Skydive St. Andrews are also within 9 mi (15 km). Markinch Station is 23 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

The Goldsmiths Apartment Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

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Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 1 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 1 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Claire K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family

Very good, clean and tidy. Will definitely use again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025