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Beach house in Lower Largo with direct access to the sea and beautiful views

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A room with a large window overlooking a coastal view, featuring a stone wall, grassy area, and a beach.
A bedroom with a curved window seat overlooking a beach, a bed with a nautical-themed bedspread, and a wall-mounted lamp.
A grassy deck with a stone wall and a view of the ocean.
A room with a large window overlooking a coastal view, a leather sofa, and a tripod-mounted camera.
A two-story house with a stone wall in front, a bay window on the second floor, and a small balcony with a glass railing.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find ā€” beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Balcony
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Lower Largo, SCT
  • Place, Leven Beach
    ā€Ŗ7 min driveā€¬
  • Place, Fife Heritage Railway
    ā€Ŗ9 min driveā€¬
  • Place, Elie Beach
    ā€Ŗ11 min driveā€¬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ā€Ŗ60 min driveā€¬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 5

1 Single Bunk Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 3

Towels provided Ā· Bathtub Ā· Toilet Ā· Shower only

Bathroom 4

Towels provided Ā· Toilet Ā· Shower only

Downstairs Bathroom 1

Towels provided Ā· Toilet Ā· Shower only

Ensuite Bathroom 2

Towels provided Ā· Toilet Ā· Shower only Ā· Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Beach house in Lower Largo with direct access to the sea and beautiful views

Located in the heaven of the East Neuk of Fife, in the pretty seaside village of Lower Largo. This village is home to the fictional character of Robinson Crusoe and has an interesting history behind it. It's local amenities include The Crusoe Hotel and corner shop and post office.
The Haven is a charming and beautifully situated house with 5 bedrooms ( 3 double and 2 rooms with 2 single beds in each) and 4 bathrooms including 1 en-suite. It can comfortably sleep up to 10 people. It is perfect for a family get together, and it is well positioned for local access yet is very quiet and peaceful. The open plan kitchen and diner seats 10 and is fully equipped with an integrated dishwasher, gas hob, fan oven, fridge freezer with ice dispenser and coffee maker. The utility room has a washer drier. The fantastic conservatory that opens onto the decking allows for a panoramic view of the beach, coast line and stunning sea views- from here you can hear the waves lapping!
The walled garden with decking and grass has a seating area and a gate and steps down to the beach.
The Haven is a great base for exploring this wonderful coastline, it is only 15 minutes from the picturesque and bustling town of St Andrews and also on our doorstep are some of the oldest and top rated golf courses.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0ā€“17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please ensure that there is always a spare key in the keysafe
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
No smoking in house Please remove shoes when entering house from beach Please do not adjust any thermostats

Important information

You need to know

Property # 6809146
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Leven

Located in Leven, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Hill of Tarvit Monument and Hill of Tarvit Mansion are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Fife Heritage Railway and Fife Pilgrim Way Labyrinth. Consider Backhouse Rossie Estate for a night out or La Petite Epicerie if you're travelling with kids. Kayaking and windsurfing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and mountain biking nearby.
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Lower Largo, SCT

What's nearby

  • Leven Beach - 7 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Fife Heritage Railway - 9 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Elie Beach - 11 min drive - 11.4 km
  • Wood Haven - 12 min drive - 12.1 km
  • Lochs and Glens North Cycle Route - 12 min drive - 7.7 km

Getting around

  • Markinch Station - 20 min drive
  • Dundee (DND) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ā€ŖStarbucks - ā€¬10 min drive
  • ā€ŖCosta Coffee - ā€¬9 min drive
  • ā€ŖUpper Largo Hotel - ā€¬18 min walk
  • ā€ŖThe Railway Inn - ā€¬2 min walk
  • ā€ŖMcDonald's - ā€¬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beach house in Lower Largo with direct access to the sea and beautiful views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Beach house in Lower Largo with direct access to the sea and beautiful views?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beach house in Lower Largo with direct access to the sea and beautiful views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beach house in Lower Largo with direct access to the sea and beautiful views?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beach house in Lower Largo with direct access to the sea and beautiful views located?

This family-friendly Leven holiday home is located on the waterfront, 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from Leven Beach, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Fife Heritage Railway and Elie Beach. Lochs and Glens North Cycle Route and Wellsgreen Golf Range are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 32 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 32 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 32 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is the second occasion I have reserved The Haven. On this occasion we came with our children and grandchildren. As before, communication with Lisa was excellent and the property very well prepared for our stay.We had a wonderful week. Everyone was impressed with the facilities and its location; the latter went down particularly well with our grandchildren who would have been on the beach from dawn till dusk if we had let them.Lower Largo itself is a lovely village and extremely well placed for attractions like The Kelpies and Falkirk Wheel and with easy access to Edinburgh and Dundee.All in all we would recommend this lovely house without any reservations whatsoever.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pat P.

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

Wonderful!

Beautiful area, wonderful house, perfect holiday!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David G.

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

Outstanding stay

The Haven proved to be everything we hoped for: well appointed, well provisioned, spotlessly clean and in a wonderful setting. Everyone of the group enjoyed our stay to the fully, and guidance and communications from Lisa were first rate.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 8 June 2023
Hi David Thank you for your fab review! Hopefully the mistaken ā­ļørating will be sorted quicklyā€¦.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pamela M.

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

Fantastic Setting

Just the perfect place to stay for long walks on the beach and walkable amenities. The views from the home are just incredible. We enjoyed sunny afternoons on the deck and in the sun room on cooler days. Very comfortable home and well equipped kitchen. We hope to be back next year!
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 May 2025
So glad you enjoyed your stay at The Haven and weā€™d love to see you back again next yearā€¦
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Douglas P.

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

Fab getaway

The house was perfectly located in Lower Largo with simple access to the beach and the surrounding areas such as Crail and St Andrews. The house provided beautiful views over Largo bay and was very relaxing.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sean or Jennifer S.

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

Beautiful view, great location

Over all it is a great house with views and conveniently located to places we wanted to see. Parking was challenging and the house was cold for some of us.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 25 June 2024
I am sorry you felt cold at times, the heating can be switched on at any point at your discretion and kicks in quickly. For future bookings please do not hesitate to ask if you need support in this. Thank you for your review
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Oliver K.

An amzing Holiday, beautiful Home and a realy Nice Host!!!!

Dear Lisa, we realy enjoyd our stay in your beautiful House! Please Tell me if we can come back next Time šŸ˜‰
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2020
You will be more than welcome- would love to see you back. Thank you for respecting and looking after The HavenšŸ˜€
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Edward S.

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

Absolutely Wonderful!

This beautiful home is set up for a comfortable stay in many ways. The bedrooms are large and comfortable; the common areas are perfect for several adults (we were a group of six); and the views are magnificent. Lisa, our host, was accessible and accommodating.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pat P.

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

Just heaven!

What a MARVELOUS location and such a comfy house. Everything you need is close by in Leven and the village is charming. We took early morning dips in the sea, the grandchildren fluttered about on the beach all day and the mums and dads had a good rest. The childrenā€™s playroom at the top of the house was magic. Booked for next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Aug 2023
Thank you for your lovely review, so glad you had a great time, so much so, youā€™ve booked for next year!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Ann A.

Lovely property with sea views

A very spacious and well maintained property having main bathroom and ensuites to most bedrooms. The beach and sea were through a gate at the bottom of the garden which was ideal for our two grandchildren staying with us. Lower Largo is a lovely spot where we have been visiting for a number of years with a pub and hotel and general shop. The lovely weather added greatly to our beach house stay this year. Would recommend this property highly for a family group holiday!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kyle B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Perfect Beachfront Getaway!This house was an absolute gem! The beachfront location creates an amazing atmosphere with unbeatable views ā€” waking up to the sound of the waves and sipping coffee with the sea right outside was unforgettable. The town is small and peaceful, offering a relaxing escape, but itā€™s also conveniently close to other spots, making it a perfect home base for day trips.Whether youā€™re planning a quiet family vacation or a golf-focused trip along the Fife coast, this house has everything you need. Itā€™s spacious, well-equipped, and cozy.Our only (very minor) note: in the summer months, the rooms on the back side of the house get bright early ā€” blackout curtains would be a great addition. But even with that, we absolutely loved our stay and would book again in a heartbeat!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 July 2025
Thank you so much for your fabulous review Kyle, always lovely to hear that our guests have enjoyed their stay. We aim to please, so will look into getting some blackout blinds in the future šŸ¤—
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark J.

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

The Haven proved to be more than we could have imagined.

The sound of the Shore and Seagulls from the Sunroom with morning tea or coffee graciously welcoming each day will be a splendid gift to any soul. Meals may be easily prepared in a kitchen fully appointed or choose to stroll for light morning fair @ Aurrie or evening dinner @ Crusoe, both just steps from The Haven. No actual words written here could capture to depth of simple enjoyment and relaxation which may be experienced staying as a guest of Lisa @ The Haven.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Aug 2022
Thanks for your lovely review Mark. Hope all well with you, take care and kind regards, Lisa
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Fiona L.

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

Fabulous beach house!

We had a wonderful family beachside holiday in The Haven. 5 Adults and 4 children comfortably fitting into the house. My other son and family were staying in a pet friendly house just across the road and we would meet on the beach for an early morning swimā€¦fantastic! The house is very well equipped and the children especially loved the attic playroom . We holidayed in Lower Largo many times when my children were young and it was so nice being back, now with grandchildren. The food in the nearby Crusoe Hotel is great if you fancy a night off cooking and The Aurrie (almost next door), was great for breakfast and a lunch. We would very much like to return.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 17 July 2024
Lovely to hear how much you enjoyed your stay Fiona. Hope to see you again šŸ¤—
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cathy N.

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

Great house and fantastic location

We rented this house for 3 weeks to celebrate some family events. The house was able to accommodate my extended family very easily. The kitchen was well stocked with plates, silverware and cookware and easy to work in. Bedrooms and bathrooms all a good size. The most spectacular thing about the house was the view!! We were right on the Firth of Forth and it was beautiful. We had our own access to the beach and we spent a lot of time walking and collecting shells. Hours of entertainment especially for the little ones! There is a lovely cafe, The Aurrie, 3 doors from the house that we went to often. The Crusoe restaurant down the street was very good too. The narrow street and parking were a bit of a learning curve but was fine once we figured it out. We had a few reasons to contact the owner and she was very responsive to us. I highly recommend the house if you are looking for a beautiful place to stay!!
Stayed 22 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Oct 2024
Thank you for your lovely review Cathy. Iā€™m glad you had a wonderful time and enjoyed the fab location šŸ¤—
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kara C.

Stunning location in Charming seaside town

I have stayed at many, many holiday homes over the past ten years and as I shared with Lisa, the owner, this house was the best. The rooms were well appointed, bedding comfortable, bathrooms up to date and kitchen was second to none. Everything we needed to enjoy our stay, cook and clean our laundry was at hand in this house. The location sits on the beach with beach access and a large enough space to hunt for shells or go for a long walk. The house is well situated between Edinburgh (45 minutes) and St Andrews (20 minutes) and just a few turns off the main road. We spent most of our time in the kitchen at the large table or in the front glass sitting room which is very comfortable and has excellent views across the water. We had a group of 6 adults and we were very comfortable with all aspects of the home. The washer/ dryer was a help and while it took a bit of time to figure it out we used it often. The small town of lower largo has a small convenience store which has lots of items so make sure to stop in - beer snacks etc There are two places to have a drink. 1. The Caruso hotel - good for beers and watching tv but mostly a tourist pub 2. Railway Inn- local pub with a lovely, comfortable interior, very friendly staff and the best list of gin drinks in the area! A must go to all three locations. Groceries are a short 15 minute drive to the next town where there are several grocers- we would recommend Sainsbury vs Aldis for freshness and selection! I cannot say enough about Lisaā€™s hospitality and care while we were there. She was very responsive to my requests and is a real asset to anyone who rents the house while in holiday. Rent this house! You wonā€™t regret it!
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2020
Thank you so much for the lovely review- so pleased you had a great time!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robin M.

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

Lower Largo Stay.

Well laid out house with direct beach access and great views.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pat P.

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

Big skies in Fife

We had a great time at the Haven. The large windows gave a stunning view of the sea and the big skies. The back garden was wonderful and a real sun trap on days the beach was windy. So quiet and had the beach practically to ourselves. Thank you for a delightful holiday.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alexander M.

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

Great beachside property

Could not ask for a better location and mix of accommodation. Spacious and comfortable house with great views.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lesley D.

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

Amazing accommodation and location

The property was everything we hoped for and in a perfect location for a beach holiday with kids. Everything we needed was there for our use and the quality of the accommodation was superb. The views are incredible too.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Aug 2021
Thank you Lesley! Iā€™m so glad you had a great time at The Haven ā˜ŗļø
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Irene F.

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

Perfect family holiday!

This was our second 3 generation family holiday at this wonderful house. We had to cancel last yearā€™s booking due to COVID. The house is comfortable, well equipped and in a perfect position right on the beach, so that the children can spend all day on the beach and in and out of the sea. There is plenty of room for everybody, both in the house and out in the garden, which is well equipped with chairs, loungers and a picnic table . The four bathrooms are a great asset and the children loved to play in the upstairs den. The local shop is well stocked and there are lots of interesting places to visit in Fife, but we were happy to spend most of our time on the beach and in the garden. We all agree that we feel very at home in this beautiful house in our favourite location. We hope to come back next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

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

Fantastic house in stunning location!

Weā€™ve just returned from a wonderful stay at the Haven! The house itself is perfect for large families, exceptionally clean and fully kitted out with all amenities! Lots of lovely personal touches too (wellies, deck chairs, wet suits, complimentary teas coffee etc). We lucked out with the weather this weekend but would never tire of the view from the garden. So stunning. Lisa, the owner, was always quick to respond and was so helpful and accommodating. We had the best time together and will definitely return!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Leo R.

Great!

A group of four of us stayed here for a golf vacation. The home exceeded our expectations with TONS of room for us and our stuff. We did not even use one of the bedrooms or the large TV/games room in the attic. This would be a great place for a larger group, especially with children. Several golf courses within minutes, 5 minute walk to the local pub (very friendly and cozy) and a small corner store. Few minutes drive into Leven for other dining and grocery options. Home was very clean, very comfortable, well equipped and everything worked (unlike some places I have stayed!). The conservatory off the living room is a wonderful, bright area to read a book or just relax and enjoy the view. Kitchen is large, modern and made for easy meal prep, saving time and money over going to restaurants. When we needed to extend our stay by one additional night, the owner was very responsive and accommodating. I would definitely stay here again and would not hesitate to recommend it to others.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2020
Thank you so much for submitting a review and itā€™s lovely to hear that youā€™ve had a great stay and would love to come back again šŸ˜€
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Annette P.

A lovely warm, cosy and well equipped house. Lisa, owner, was so helpful.

We were a family group of 10 (grandparents, parents and 4 young - ages 6 to 13). The house worked so well for us all, with space to escape too if you wanted too! The beaches are just lovely to walk along. Thereā€™s so much to do in this area and the local hotel, The Crusoe, provides delicious food. We had a very happy week, and were blessed with sunshine each day!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2020
Iā€™m so glad you enjoyed your stay and pleased you had the sunshine toošŸ˜€
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stunning seafront Beach House -now a family favourite!

We have been regular visitors to the East Neuk of Fife for over a decade and absolutely love staying in Lower Largo. This year we had more family members joining us from down South and we booked the larger accommodation that The Haven provides. What a wonderful house, spacious, tastefully decorated with lots of little touches and character. The upstairs doubles have amazing views across the Firth of Forth especially from the balcony. We enjoyed cooking in the large kitchen/ diner and playing games as well sunbathing on the deck and outdoor space. It was hard to tear the kids off the beach but it was just outside the patio so was easy enough to come and go. We canā€™t recommend The Haven enough and also canā€™t wait to return next year! A special place šŸ‘šŸ¼
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Margaret M.

Great holiday, great house

We booked The Haven for our annual 'aunties and uncles take the niblings to the beach' holiday. The house was perfectly located and equipped, with lots of space for everyone. The kids snorkelled, swam and played on the beach, and when we couldn't keep them away from the X-box any longer, there was a great games room in the attic where they could eat too many sweeties without us knowing. We had a great holiday with lovely weather, and will definitely be back. Thanks Lisa for sharing your lovely home with us.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2018

About the host

Hosted by Lisa Adam

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I am married to Gary and I am a mum to three grown up boys. We have spent many lovely holidays on the Fife coast, especially Lower Largo and the East Neuk of Fife and know the area well.

Why they chose this property

We fell in love with this house and its large bay windows which give superb panoramic views of the sea. Its location is second to none.... the joy of stepping out the back door onto the beach has allowed us to spend lazy summer days watching the sailing boats and walking along the coast and equally during the winter months enjoying the stormy sea from the warmth of the conservatory.

What makes this property unique

With its 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms and upstairs large den room it is the perfect home to meet up with friends and gather families together.

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