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Large Country House sleeps 14, in 6 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms and a downstairs WC

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Ladywell House
view from the front
Floor plan
Hall
Drawing room with open fire

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 14

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed and 1 Crib

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 5

1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

Bedroom 6

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 4

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 5

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 6

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Large Country House sleeps 14, in 6 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms and a downstairs WC

A stunning Georgian Country House built in 1806, this former manse, and until her death, home to Frances Shand Kydd, mother of Diana, Princess of Wales. It is a magnificent Georgian building, beautifully modernised while retaining old-world charm. 6 comfortable bedrooms with 5 bathrooms and a downstairs loo, there is space for 12 adults, and 2 children. With a drawing room with open fire and dual aspect, a tv room with 50" tv and freeview and dvds, a spacious dining/kitchen with AGA and electric hob, a bright and airy dining conservatory and a formal dining room to seat 14, there is ample space for families. Centrally heated, open-fire, and AGA, together with electric blankets on all beds ensure a warm stay, whatever the weather. The house sits in an acre of walled garden, and surrounded by hundreds of acres of grazing land. There is a terrace with BBQ, a garden with trampoline and swings, and we have a local Hot Tub hirer who will supply a hot tub for the duration of your stay. Please let me know your requirements. We have available a 6m x 12m marqee for hire and can provide lighting and tables and chairs for your party. The marquee can seat up to 80 persons for dining. Within 30 minutes of over 50 golf-courses, including Gleneagles and St Andrews, we are well-located for golfers. Edinburgh, Perth, St Andrews and Dundee are all within 40 minutes, and trains run to Markinch, 10 minutes away.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
All traces of pets must be removed.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
House to be left as it was found, clean and tidy. All damage must be reported before departure.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 40
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Cupar

Located in Cupar, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Falkland Palace and Croft Moraig are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Fife Pilgrim Way Labyrinth and Bongos Soft Play Centre. Travelling with kids? Consider Michael Woods Sports & Leisure Centre, or check out an event or a game at Skydive St. Andrews. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and mountain biking.
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Falkland, Fife

What's nearby

  • Falkland Palace - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Happy Hounds Secure Dog Walking Field - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Edinburgh Zoo - 48 min drive - 63.6 km
  • Murrayfield Stadium - 52 min drive - 65.6 km
  • Princes Street - 55 min drive - 67.2 km

Getting around

  • Ladybank Station - 8 min drive
  • Dundee (DND) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Ciswo - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪New Shimla - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Reya - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Covenanters - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Large Country House sleeps 14, in 6 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms and a downstairs WC pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Large Country House sleeps 14, in 6 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms and a downstairs WC?

As of 4 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Large Country House sleeps 14, in 6 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms and a downstairs WC on 31 May 2026 start from NZ$1,552, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Large Country House sleeps 14, in 6 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms and a downstairs WC?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Large Country House sleeps 14, in 6 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms and a downstairs WC?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Large Country House sleeps 14, in 6 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms and a downstairs WC?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Large Country House sleeps 14, in 6 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms and a downstairs WC located?

This family-friendly Cupar holiday home is located in the mountains, within 1 mi (2 km) of Falkland Palace and Happy Hounds Secure Dog Walking Field. Fife Pilgrim Way Labyrinth and Lomond Hills are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 48 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 48 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 48 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pete M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was beautiful. Rooms were very clean. Kitchen was excellant.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anni B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful home and grounds! Location in Falkland is very central to the Fife region for say trips.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

William D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Not enough oven space for the amount of people staying. Owner came in to the house on several occasions without notice which unnerved some of the guests.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amos J.

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

Great stay for our group!

The property was the perfect place for our group. Plenty of space to enjoy each other’s company and the natural treasures of Falkland.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sadaf V.

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

Beautiful home!

We had our wedding in this beautiful home. It was amazing. Duncan was fantastic. The pictures don’t do the listing justice. It is a gorgeous home, perfect for any event or family reunion.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Jo B.

A wonderful home to spend a family get together. Beautiful rooms, spotlessly clean and a superb host

Thank you Duncan and family for a perfect stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Devon C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was lovely and worked very well for our group of 15. Duncan was an accommodating host who set up an extra bed in the TV room, which was greatly appreciated. We very much enjoyed our stay in this beautiful home and loved the proximity to the village.One thing that made our stay difficult was the extensive cleaning requirements upon departure as well as the strong focus on sorting the garbage and recycling perfectly. This added stress to what was supposed to be a relaxing family time. Other than that, we enjoyed our stay very much.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sam D.

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

Gorgeous house!

House exceeded expectations. Would highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deirdre A.

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

Relaxing in Ladywell

Ladywell was a lovely spacious, warm and comfy house for our group’s weekend stay. The period furnishings and historical references added lots of interest. It was great to be able to walk to Falkland and potter round this pretty village and further beyond .
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian M.

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

Friends retreat

We have a group of old friends that gets together every few years and this time we wanted a great place near Edinburgh. Ladywell was ideal, and Duncan was a great host!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Moyra S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I booked the house for a family party. The house is definitely a party house. We had the most fabulous time. There was 11 staying and on party day there was 19. Plenty of room for us all. The garden is big and well kept and some fun was had outside too. Duncan was a very personable host and was on hand to help. A couple of niggles were the Wi-Fi which we could not get to work. Duncan did try to sort it but couldn’t. The other is the the bin situation. For such a large party there was a lot of recycling- the bins were full. We brought a few black bags home with us. All in all I would highly recommend the house. We did walk into Falkland, very quaint and busy with tourists - as we were. Thank you Duncan.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paula F.

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

Beautiful location. Fantastic house!

This is a superb property! Close to the delightful village of Falkland. Plenty of room for our party of 10 in Scotland for a family reunion. Duncan our host was friendly and helpful. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maoge H.

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

Fantastic property

Ladywell house was ideal for our 4 day getaway. Loved the spacious rooms and high ceilings. The property is full of history too which makes the stay even more special. Duncan’s a very friendly owner and is extremely responsive throughout the process. The location is fantastic - it’s on the outskirts of Falkland village so very tranquil yet within walking distance to the village. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and are looking forward to returning soon!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen D.

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

Beautiful House in an Equally Beautiful Setting

My friends and I have just returned from a weekend at this Beautiful House that is within walking distance to places to eat/drink we ate at the Stag Inn and the Covenanter Hotel whose food and service were second to none. We do a weekend away in Scotland once a year and this house certainly didn't disappoint. I would highly recommend this property. Kathleen Glasgow
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Ronald S.

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

Mr Shand

Showers were small and a very tight fit for some, bed in Diana room a bit tired.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Neville A.

Great house in a great location

The property was perfect for a family celebration. Plenty of room for people to have their own space if required. Private chef "Nelson" from Italba-dining.com provided a superb menu and meal for the Saturday evening. Ladywell House is a large elegant house with a large dog friendly garden and tremendous views. Located just on the outskirts of Falkland which is full of charm and character with plenty to see as well as lovely walks. Duncan made everyone very welcome and was on hand if required.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dani R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a beautiful house with so much history! This 3 story house has lots of stairs, 6 spacious bedrooms, 5 bathrooms (3 with standing showers). The 3rd floor bedrooms can get warm in the summer time. Halfway up the first flight of stairs is a bathroom. The kitchen stove was a novelty for us, always hit and ready (a little hard to judge the timing for baking). A washing machine but hang drying all your cloths. And such a relaxing place inside or out enjoy your time. My neice took a couple of pictures here for her graduation photos, and they turned out so perdectly! There was also a glass room that gave us a beautiful view of the sunsets! We just loved the house! The host, Duncan, was close by, and ready to help us when we needed it.And the village of Falkland was really amazing! We loved the Lomond Tearoom and Chocolate shop! Also, the lady at Balgonie Kilts was so friendly and helpful! The Maspie Den hike was very relaxing and great for all ages! You can even purchase stamps for postcards at the store on the main street, and mail them there. We are very happy with our experiences here at Ladywell, and will treasure them always.
View from upstairs window
The stove
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne L.

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

Beautiful and comfortable

We had a wonderful four night stay in such a beautiful home. As a group of what should have been 11, but two cancelled at short notice, it was a delight to find somewhere to accommodate all of us in such comfort and with ample bathroom facilities. A grand salon accommodated everyone in the evening, and there are other places to tuck away when wanted. I thoroughly enjoyed the en suite bath in the Shand Kydd room. Plenty of cutlery, china and cooking utensils, although the quiche chef had to use a wine bottle in place of a rolling pin. A resounding cheer from us all for Ladywell House.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna D.

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

90th birthday celebration attended by 4 generations

Ladywell House is a large house full of character, well furnished and exceptionally equiped for a large gathering. We really enjoyed the lovely furnished drawing room in the evenings and spent lots of time in the conservatory and kitchen (the AGA was a huge hit) and the large gardens were great for our dogs. The stairs were a bit of a challenge for our older family members but that was to be expected. We loved visited old haunts in the village, the house is just a 15 minute stroll from the centre. There was a bit of confusion initially about the listing for The Steading and it looked like a hot tub was included.in the booking but that was quickly cleared up by Duncan through correspondence. We booked the latter through fifehottub hire, who were very efficient.The owner Duncan lives in the adjacent house and was always helpful, welcoming and available if any questions arose. It was mentioned by family that a second vacuum cleaner may be useful as it is a large house to clean on the final morning with the one provided, especially if you have had dogs with you.The older generations were very impressed with the history of the house and it added a touch of uniqueness to the experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Iris A.

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

Accommodation, location and communication work the owner, ` par excellence'

From the time of booking two years ago, until the end of our 3 nights stay, the owner Duncan could not have been more helpful, considerate and supportive. Our thanks to him for a wonderful stay! My family and I were attending a wedding in Cupar , so we chose Ladywell House for its location, size and amenities and were not disappointed!. It is quite simply awesome. The property has 6 double +1 bedrooms, 3 en suite shower rooms, and 2 beautifully presented separate bathrooms as well as a large dining room and two sitting rooms/ tv / lounges. The house is impressively spacious, comfortable and has great historic interest. There is a lovely conservatory where one can dine together or simply enjoy morning coffee overlooking the garden and beautiful scenery beyond. The enclosed, very private, walled garden is beautifully maintained with mature trees and flower borders. There is also a large outdoor patio dining/ seating area which we thoroughly enjoyed given the fine weather!. As we also had small dogs with us, the large lawn and privacy that the walled garden afforded was particularly welcomed. There are some beautiful walks nearby... not least Falkland Estate, a 4 min drive from Ladywell House; so it is perfectly positioned for those who love Country walks with their dogs . For those who are considering booking with their dogs there is a large kitchen/ utility and separate boot room, as well as the conservatory, so space for pets is more than adequate and our 4 were very content. Although we chose not to allow our dogs into the sitting / dining rooms, this is not prohibited per say... but, allowing pets on any chairs / couches downstairs is, and no pets are permitted upstairs. This is perfectly understandable and acceptable, given the quantity and quality of antique furniture and chairs. I realise I have waxed long with this review but I wanted to do justice to this amazing house! We all just loved it. Thank you again Duncan......we will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy K.

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

Lovely home in a lovely setting!

Duncan's home, Ladywell, was even more wonderful than we had expected -- immaculate, well-appointed, comfortable, inviting, spacious, and simply lovely! We are an extended family of 14, and there were plenty of bedrooms and bathrooms to accommodate us all. The bedding and bath towels were luxurious. The kitchen was well-equipped, and we loved learning how to cook on the AGA, although it was nice to have a second cook top for more variable cooking. Having 2 refrigerators in the kitchen was very helpful, and having two washers to do laundry for so many of us was a bonus. We loved the hang-drying arrangement in the external laundry room. We spent most of our time in the kitchen and the sunny solarium, as we gathered together for snacks and meals. The yard was beautifully landscaped, and the soft, well-manicured lawn was great to play games on. It helped that we had spectacular weather for most of the week! The setting was perfect, beautifully perched up on the hill with a view of the fields and hills beyond and the sheep and cattle farm above. The special town of Falkland was an easy 10-minute walk away, and Duncan even made sure the grass was mowed all along the main road for pedestrian use. Don't miss exploring Falkland and walking through the town to the hiking trail for East Lomond Hill. It is a spectacular and steep hike but well worth the work when you get to the top! (Some of us did it twice!) Also don't miss Falkland Palace, and give yourself several hours, as the docent in each room has a wealth of history and information, and the gardens behind are expansive and glorious. The geographic location is exceptional -- only a 45-minute drive from Edinburgh, and an easy day trip to many destinations, including St. Andrews, Dunnottar Castle and Stonehaven, Doune Castle, Dunblane, Loch Lomond, Kelso, Stirling Castle, Falkirk Wheel and the Kelpies, and much more! Duncan's written house instructions were very detailed and helpful, and he was very responsive to any questions we had. I would love to return to Ladywell if our family decides to gather in Scotland again! Thanks for a wonderful holiday, Duncan!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bernhard U.

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

Familientreffen in Schottland

Wir treffen uns als Familie aus CH, NL und D regelmäßig, diesmal zum Wandern Fife Coastal Path. Dafür war Ladywell House ideal und perfekt! Tolles Ambiente, super Lage, perfekte Ausstattung und ein wunderbarer Garten. Für diese Qualitäten tolles Preis-Leistungs-Verhältnis. Dazu ist dieses Haus etwas wirklich Besonderes, das, was das Treffen perfekt umrahmt. Danke!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sheila P.

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

Ideal property for an extended family gathering.

Great property, ideal for our family to stay in while attending our daughter's wedding nearby. very spacious and comfortable. Extremely pleasant and helpful host.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brenda S.

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

Smooth checking in and communication with Duncan, the property was excellent, a lot of character .

Good communication
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ailsa C.

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

Fantastic accommodation

Myself and 11 girlfriends enjoyed a fabulous weekend in this beautiful house. Everything we could have asked for. Bit tricky getting used to the Aga (none of us had any prior experience) but got there in the end. Lovely coal fire, comfy, spacious lounge area, spotless bathrooms, and cosy bedrooms. Never got as far as the beautiful formal dining room, as the huge kitchen table more than sufficed for our long lunches. Just a great weekend. Lovely walk down to the village and estate too. And a couple of friendly local pubs!! Would recommend this house to anyone.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

About the host

Hosted by duncan heaton-armstrong

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Having retired as a tax consultant and stockbroker in 1995 I have since been involved in property letting and running a b&b. I love interaction with guests, and have over the past 19 years enjoyed my guests. I have 4 kids, 2 at University and 2 at school, and enjoy lots of time with my family and the pets.

Why they chose this property

We chose a beautiful location with a stunning house, close to amenities but quiet and peaceful. A great place to bring up children and plenty of walks and beaches nearby

What makes this property unique

10 minutes walk from the village, and only 40 minutes to Edinburgh, and close to St Andrews, Perth and Dundee, and with stunning views and a great climate, Ladywell is the perfect balance of a rural location but not remote from anywhere.

Languages:

English, French
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