
East Neuk
The East Neuk of Fife ('neuk' meaning small corner) refers to the south-east coast of Fife from Crail to Largo Bay and is possibly the most picturesque area on the east coast of Scotland. Its beautiful shoreline is dotted with quaint little fishing villages clustered around their harbours.
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So Much to See and Do
As a base for an enjoyable family holiday, this area can hardly be bettered. The main road bypasses most of the villages on the landward side, leaving them very peaceful and full of old world charm. There are quiet coves with lovely sandy beaches, ruined castles, lighthouses, boat trips, cycle hire, good eating places and plenty of golf!
The area's flat landscape is ideal for walking (particularly the scenic Fife Coastal Path) and golfing. Crail is one of the prettiest villages and its harbour is a magnet for visitors, artists and photographers. Places to visit there include the Crail Museum, Crail Art Gallery and Crail Pottery.
The Fife Coastal path runs the length of the East Neuk and offers fairly easy and highly scenic walking, with the added bonus of a good bus service which will take you home again if you decide you don't fancy walking back.

Anstruther is another popular venue for visitors with its narrow streets, old houses, craft shops and wynds leading down to the harbour. The Scottish Fisheries Museum displays include models of ships and an old boat-builder's yard. There are boat trips to the nature reserve and bird sanctuary on the Isle of May, where you can view kittiwakes, razorbills, guillemots, shags and puffins.
Scotland's Secret Bunker, hidden 30 metres underground, lies 3 miles north of Anstruther and is an amazing place to visit. It was built during the Cold War as a military command centre and a political/military administrative centre in the event of a nuclear war. Visitors can view the operations room, the communications centre, dormitories for the 300 staff and a film about nuclear war. Kellie Castle (3 miles west of Anstruther on the B9171) has an interesting interior with examples of 14th to 16th century architectural features, fine works of art, and beautifully landscaped natural gardens.
West of Anstruther, there are many quaint fishing villages with charming old houses, such as Pittenweem with its many art galleries, St Monans (named after a cave-dwelling saint) and Elie, a popular resort for families, walkers and golfers.
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30-Jun-2025 | Bothan Cloiche GT6 (overall) |
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Very clear and efficient booking process. Nice cottages available. | |
30-Jun-2025 | Achnacarron Boathouse AA4 (overall) |
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Very satisfied with their service-kept us well informed regarding payments etc. They are a professional company who know what they’re doing! | |
30-Jun-2025 | Marl Moss Cottage AG4 (overall) |
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Excellent website and very easy use. Have used Unique cottages quite a few times and been very impressed. High quality cottages are on offer and the communication is always good. | |
30-Jun-2025 | Letterfearn Cottage EP6 (overall) |
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Extremely well appointed cottage in an idyllic lochside location with the added bonus of visiting wildlife | |
30-Jun-2025 | Cruinn Leum Round House FH5 (overall) |
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Very professional, efficient and freindly service, very helpful and prompt response to any queries. The level of information provided succinct and clear. I highly recommend Unique Cottages to any family and freinds. | |
29-Jun-2025 | Kingfisher Cottage EC6 (overall) |
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We've used Unique Cottages for quite a few years now. We use them again and again because they offer very good cottages without the waffle and without the faff. A down to earth but professional service. | |
29-Jun-2025 | Port Carnish, Uig Beach FN1 (overall) |
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Wow, an amazing holiday cottage in an even more stunning location, Richard looked after us, he was a great host, the view from the cottage is ever changing but always astonishing, saw golden eagles most days, sea eagle on the great Sea Trek from Miavaig, bone white sands and turquoise seas on both lewis and Harris, done lots of holidays on Scotland West coast and it never let's us down. Hard to find a beach better than Reef on Bhaltos but Uig pushed it close. Planning another visit 2027. | |
29-Jun-2025 | Albert's Cottage AG3 (overall) |
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Modern eingerichtete Cottage direkt am Meer, ein toller Ort zum Erholen. Super freundliche Anwohner in Gardenstown, die immer das Gespräch gesucht haben. Für Naturliebhaber sehr zu empfehlen,. Die Cottage ist mit allem ausgestattet, was man für einen Self-catering-Urlaub benötigt. | |
29-Jun-2025 | West Carsaig Cottage AU7 (overall) |
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Super cottage, great hosts | |
29-Jun-2025 | Seaforth Cottage GZ1 (overall) |
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Fully equipped unit. Everything worked efficiently. Perfectly quiet location. Easy to find. Well kept gardens and surrounding areas. It was honestly the best accommodation we've stayed in. |