Historic and spacious farmhouse wing near Crail

Our 2.5 month stay at Balcomie Castle Farm House was nothing short of magical.From the moment we arrived—with our toddler, infant, grandparents, and all the gear that comes with them—we felt completely welcomed. The setting is breathtaking: a short walk to a gorgeous beach, with the Fife Coastal Path nearby for daily rambles. Our two-year-old was in heaven feeding the friendly sheep, horses, and dogs and exploring the surrounding farms and gardens. The property offers endless adventures for curious kids, yet feels peaceful and tucked away. A grocery store, greengrocer, pharmacy, and pub are just minutes away by car or a pleasant walk.Living in an authentic Scottish castle was extraordinary, made even better by its beautiful restoration. Inside, it’s warm, elegant, and exceptionally comfortable—perfect for colder months. We loved the fireplace, spacious living areas, heated tile floors, huge bathtubs, comfortable beds, and thoughtful modern amenities. Floor-to-ceiling windows frame spectacular views while keeping you cozy inside.Carly and Gary are exceptional hosts—kind, responsive, and especially wonderful with our two-year-old, taking time to play with him and even bringing him along on little adventures around the property. Their generosity made our stay unforgettable. It felt less like a rental and more like a home, and we’re already dreaming of returning.

Beautiful setting and property. A plus host.

Very grand and beautifully decorated house attached to the castle. Really had the wow factor. Quiet, amazing views, lovely wildlife around. And very close to the sea.

Balcomie Farms is wonderful. Quiet country living. Just awesome.

We stayed at Balcomie for a week in April/May, and the description truly doesn’t do it justice. It’s a stunning castle—beautifully updated inside for modern comfort, yet still full of charm and rich with historic touches. The views from the property are absolutely breathtaking, and the surroundings only add to its magic. Carly was incredibly helpful and made our stay even more enjoyable. We would highly recommend Balcomie without hesitation—it’s an unforgettable place to stay.

Had another lovely stay at Balcomie bringing the family to experience the lovely accomodation. My grandsons loved it. The house is so comfortable and one of the best equiped we have stayed in and we have been in quite a few. So handy for the golf course my sons in law could not have been happier being keen golfers. I would have no hesitation in returning or recommending to friends.

Balcomie Farms is a wonderful experience. The property is spectacular and a wonderful location for golfers. The host Carly is very detailed and is extremely knowledgeable of Fife. A wonderful vacation.

We spent a wonderful week at Balcomie castle. It was a beautiful and bucolic setting, surrounded by acres of barley and just 2 minutes from Crail. Highly recommended.

We had a fantastic week at Balcomie, the house and grounds are just fabulous, the location is perfect, especially for golfers, and Carly and her family made us very welcome. We hope to come back again soon.

Stayed here many times. Balcomie Farms is my absolute favorite. Carly does a wonderful job with this beautiful home. Highly recommend.