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Charming Apartment with Stunning Sea Views with links to Dundee and Edinburgh

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Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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Exterior
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroomSleeps 564 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot Tub
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

About this property

Entire place

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

Charming Apartment with Stunning Sea Views with links to Dundee and Edinburgh

John McDouall Stuart View is a one-bedroom apartment which sleeps 5. It is located in the quiet village of Dysart. The apartment is based in a restored Period building across the first and second floor. On the first floor there is a spacious living/dining area, with a large dining table that seats 6, plenty of comfortable seating where you can relax and take in the breath-taking views out to sea. Within the living room there is a Smart TV with DVD player, a selection of DVD’s and books. The lounge area has one armchair and a four-seater sofa, the sofa is also a double sofa bed. A washing machine/dryer is located in a cupboard off the living room. Off the living room is a well-equipped kitchen with hob, oven, microwave, dishwasher, toaster, kettle and fridge. Within the kitchen you will find all of the essentials that you would need in a kitchen, including tea, coffee, sugar, salt and pepper.
On the upper floor is a comfortable double bedroom with sloped ceiling and lovely sea views. The bed can be made up as a super-king bed or two singles. (Please confirm which set up you would like when booking), within the bedroom there is also a full single bed set up. Should you also need a cot/high-chair these are available on request. There is also a modern bathroom with toilet, sink and shower on the upper level next to the bedroom. Freshly-laundered towels and bed-linen are all provided.
This is a non-smoking property and we do not allow pets. The property is based up a set of stone steps and there are stairs within the property. There is no lift access. There is plenty of parking on the street outside the apartment and on the high street behind the property.

(The additional single bed in the bedroom and the sofa bed / armchair in the living room is new and new photos will be uploaded shortly).

Just a few minutes away at Dysart Harbour, some key scenes from Outlander was filmed.
John McDouall Stuart View is an ideal stopping-off point if you are en-route to the Highlands, looking for close links to Fife's world-famous golf courses, or walking the Fife Coastal Path. The apartment is owned by Fife Historic Buildings Trust, a local Building Preservation Trust. It is a company limited by guarantee and has charitable status. It was formed in 1997 primarily for the purpose of saving and restoring historic buildings in Fife which are at risk. We are very proud of our beautiful historic building and would love to welcome you here.

John McDouall Stuart was born in this house in 1815 and later emigrated ‘down under’ where he led the first expedition to cross Australia from south to north in 1862. He is a celebrated figure in Australia, where he has a 950-mile highway named after him. The holiday apartment occupies the upper two floors of a three-storey B-listed building. The rooms have been decorated in keeping with the style of the building, retaining period features, such as the window shutters.

EPC Rating: D

Property manager

Beth Bell

Languages

English, German

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Toaster
  • Paper towels
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • Shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Books
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Golf privileges
  • Golfing on site
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Cave exploring nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 689 sq ft (64 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 not indicated whether there is a 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 FI 01681 F

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Stunning Seas Views Easy Links Edinburgh City
Stunning Apartment Seas Views Easy Links Edinburgh City Dysart
Stunning Apartment Seas Views Easy Links Edinburgh City
Stunning Seas Views Easy Links Edinburgh City Dysart
Charming Apartment Stunning Sea Views Easy Links Edinburgh City
Charming Stunning Sea Views Easy Links Edinburgh City Dysart
Charming Stunning Sea Views Easy Links Edinburgh City Dysart
Charming Stunning Sea Views Easy Links Edinburgh City
Apartment
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About the neighborhood

Map
Kirkcaldy, Fife

What's nearby

  • Fife Ice Arena - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Adam Smith Theatre - 5 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Edinburgh Castle - 41 min drive - 48.6 km
  • University of Edinburgh - 41 min drive - 48.5 km
  • Royal Mile - 41 min drive - 48.6 km

Getting around

  • Kirkcaldy Station - 9 min drive
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Elbow Room - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Harbour Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Heritage Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪La Gondola - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Apartment with Stunning Sea Views with links to Dundee and Edinburgh pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming Apartment with Stunning Sea Views with links to Dundee and Edinburgh?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Apartment with Stunning Sea Views with links to Dundee and Edinburgh?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming Apartment with Stunning Sea Views with links to Dundee and Edinburgh located?

This family-friendly Kirkcaldy apartment building is located by the sea, within 3 mi (5 km) of Fife Ice Arena, Adam Smith Theatre and Kirkcaldy Museum and Art Gallery. Bongos Soft Play Centre and Kinghorn Beach are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Charming Apartment with Stunning Sea Views with links to Dundee and Edinburgh Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 42 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 42 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 42 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 42 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Swapnil P., Edison, New Jersey

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice location, great views
The village is very quaint and the views from the house are great.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Miriam B.

Everything was fine!
Very beautiful apartment, great coast and landscape, perfect vacations !
Stayed 7 nights in May 2017

10/10 Excellent

Joe R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Time
Had a thoroughly enjoyable stay. Property had great views over the Firth of Forth, and was very close to the Fife coastal walk. The property has all the facilities needed, and was very comfortable. Visited various places around the East Neuk during our stay. Would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Sarah G., London

A perfect base for exploring Fife
We had a very good break in Dysart and JMS house was beautifully furnished and very well equipped, in a picturesque setting. It was exactly as described in the listing with a parking space a few yards away and marvellous views over the Firth of Forth. We had a problem with the TV, which I understand has been rectified, but otherwise everything worked well, especially the heating which we needed! Highlights of our week were Ravenscraig Park and Castle, walks along the coast path and trips to Arbroath (by train), St Andrew's and Stirling (by car). We enjoyed meals out in The Wee Restaurant, N Queensferry, The Seafood Restaurant, St Andrews and, especially, Sangsters in Elie. I'd recommend JMS house to anyone who doesn't mind stairs and I'd gladly stay there again.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10 Okay

Jeffrey F.

John McDouall Stuart View
Loud radio noise from occupants in ground floor flat. Difficulties parking close to entrance. No freezer compartment in fridge. Very limited preparation space in kitchen. Several rugs all of which ruck up making trip hazards. No C4 or ITV reception on TV. 32 steps from street level to bedroom; not suitable for limited mobility. Door to street stuck - we thought it was locked.

10/10 Excellent

José R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beau séjour dans une charmante petite maison
Nous avons passé 3 nuits dans cette petite, mais confortable, maison. Cela nous a permis de visiter la région de Fife. Nous recommandons le lieu.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

helen claase

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous Fife
Dysart was lovely. House was in a great location.Beautiful sea views.House was spacious downstairs. Lovely mix of furniture. Old and new.Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gillian D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stunning setting
It was a well appointed base from which to explore the countryside and coastal fishing villages of Fife. The glorious weather was a bonus.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

sheila G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Brilliant
Lovely flat so peaceful
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Visit to Dysart
Super wee holiday home with lovely views. Great communication from Beth! Dysart is a lovely place to spend some time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hogmanay Holidays
We had a wonderful stay over New Year and found Dysart to be the most beautiful and interesting village. A walk round the harbour, up through the gorgeous park and round Ravenscraig Castle makes for a great afternoon! John McDouall Stuart View is a lovely place to stay, with a mega comfortable bed, fab shower and cosy, comfy living room and kitchen space. We were beyond chuffed to find a very generous welcome gift awaiting us on our arrival and were astounded to get an amazing view of the Edinburgh fireworks from the living room window - magical! We were genuinely sad to go and will definitely make a return visit - thanks to Beth and her team for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wir würden wieder kommen :-)
Die Unterkunft hat alles was man benötigt. Die Lage ist hervorragend.

10/10 Excellent

Vic S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property, terrific location, gorgeous views
What a lovely apartment! It is clean and very comfortable with everuthing you need in a home away from home. The views from all the windows are great and ever changing,. The location is good, cllse to railway station and main roads for easy access to Edinburgh etc. One of the best places we have stayed.

10/10 Excellent

Birgit M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tolles Apartent am Wasser
Wir haben fünf Tage im Apartment verbracht und haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt. Alles war sehr sauber und durchdacht.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Claudia K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tolle Unterkunft
Ein sehr schönes und geschmackvoll eingerichtetes Apartment. Wir haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt. Die ruhige Lage und den herrlichen Meerblick (direkt vom Esstisch) haben wir sehr genossen. Ein perfekter Standort um Ausflüge zu den interessanten Orten der Umgebung zu unternehmen und bei Wanderungen tolle Landschaften zu genießen.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Peter und Heike H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ein Urlaub mit Erlebnisdichte. Den Neugierigen begegnet große Vielfalt.
Moderne, helle Wohnung in altem Gemäuer bei passender Einrichtung mit herrlichem Blick über den Firth of Forth auf Edinburgh, ansprechende Orte mit historischem Flair sowie beeindruckende Herrenhäuser und Gärten in der Umgebung, weitläufig hügelige Landschaft bei schnell wechselnder Wetterlage. Überall auffallend sauber und vor allem immer wieder nette Menschen. Vieles ist dann beim nächsten Besuch dran.

10/10 Excellent

Konrad K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful cottage great location
We felt very comfortable and especially enjoyed the great view of the sea. The equipment of the kitchen was great and in the large rooms we felt very comfortable

10/10 Excellent

Andreas B.

Alles bestens
Schöne Lage mit viel Blick auf den Firth of Forth, individuelle Einrichtung, komplett ausgestattet. Nur wenige Meter zum (kleinen) Supermarkt, nur wenige Schritte zum Coastal Path. Manchmal hört man den Fernseher von unten, aber das Schlafzimmer im 1. OG ist ruhig und das Bett komfortabel. Would like to be back soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Linda G.

A lovely flat with great views of the Firth of Forth. Has great character.
Very well equipped flat, great for a couple. Flat itself up a flight of stairs as is the 1 bathroom, for us it was fine and the house has kept its character. Great waking up in the morning and looking over to the sea. Would love to come back some time. Thanks to the owners for their thoughtfulness-great to find bread and milk plus a bottle of wine on arriving. Flat is near public transport too (bus stop)
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Manfred K.

Sehr schöne Wohnung im restaurierten Haus.
Wir waren zwei Wochen in dieser sehr schön renovierten Altbau - Wohnung. In der Wohnung ist alles enthalten WLAN, Fernseher, komplett eingerichtete Küche, von Waschmaschine/Trocknerkombi bis hin zur Geschirrspülmaschine alles da. Geschirr völlig ausreichend, das Schlafzimmer ist mit einem sehr guten Bett und Matratzen ausgestattet. Das Bad reicht mit Dusche völlig aus. Es ist sehr sehr ruhig und so gut wie kein Verkehr in den Straßen unterwegs. Das Meer ist ein paar Meter weg und das Fischerörtchen Dysart lädt zum Entspannen ein. Für uns war es ein Startpunkt bis hoch in den Norden zu fahren bzw. an die Westküste. Anfangs hatten wir auf dem Flughafen Probleme da mein Koffer nicht ankam und wir die Unterlagen für den Mietwagen dadurch nicht hatten. Beth hatte uns hier sehr geholfen, dafür nochmals recht herzlichen Dank. Insgesamt hatten wir von hier knapp 2800 Meilen mit dem Mietwagen zurückgelegt. Sehr schön war auch dass gerade mal 4 Meilen entfernt in Kirkaldy am Meer täglich Robben zu sehen sind. Land und Menschen sehr sehr freundlich und immer Hilfsbereit. Wir sagen jedenfalls nochmals vielen Dank für die schönen Tage in dieser Wohnung.
Stayed 13 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Doris T.

Super Stützpunkt für Ausflüge
Eine schöne, gut ausgestattete Ferienwohnung in einem historischen Gebäude, in ruhiger Lage, nahe am Meer. Sehr netter Empfang mit einem Strauß Blumen auf dem Tisch, Brot, Milch und Wein sicherten die erste Verpflegung. Beth war über die Fewo-App sehr schnell erreichbar und reagierte prompt. Auch bei kleinen Problemen, die nichts mit der Wohnung zu tun hatten, bemühte sie sich zu helfen. Das fand ich sehr toll. Im Vorfeld haben wir die Adressen von Supermärkten in Kirkcaldy erhalten, was sehr hilfreich war. Da der Eingang und das Schlafzimmer nur über Treppen erreichbar sind, ist dies die einzige Einschränkung für Menschen, die Probleme damit haben. Ansonsten sehr empfehlenswert. Von Dysart aus kann man gut verschiedene Landesteile erreichen. Die Scottish Borders bis Melrose und Jedburgh, die Gegend von Aberdeen und Pitlochry und Trochsass Nationalpark mit Loch Lomond, Loch Katrine und Loch Leven. Und in Fife gibt es natürlich auch viel zu sehen. Wir haben einen tollen Schottland-Urlaub dort verbracht.
Stayed 11 nights in May 2018

8/10 Good

Margaret and Graham N.

Loved the apartment, very welcoming and felt like home. Looking forward to our return in 2 weeks
Perfect position and spectacular views. Kitchen well fitted out as we love cooking. Very comfy living area although couch not the best for bad backs. Loved the spaciousness and so clean and welcoming. So looking forward to return visit in 2 weeks
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Trevor d.

fife historic appartment
well run-historic appt- excellent views of the sea and good access to the main roads -well worth a stay and a good cause to support
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Fiona P.

Beautiful Apartment
Beautiful apartment with stunning views across the Forth , sunsets and sunrises like paintings. Quiet location and quaint Houses and historical Harbour. Steeped in history. Apartment clean and comfortable. If you are coming in winter bring your thermals and electric blanket. Would highly recommend... Central for transport link to explore Scotland.
Stayed 31 nights in Jan 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Rob M.

Great place to stay
This is a peaceful, comfortable and clean apartment with great views, ideal for exploring the area. I'd definitely recommend it.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2017