Title: The Goldsmiths Apartment Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Goldsmiths Apartment Cottage in Glenrothes with kitchen ## Photo gallery for The Goldsmiths Apartment ![Exterior - The Goldsmiths Apartment (Markinch, near Glenrothes)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107440000/107433100/107433098/246313ae.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Living area - The Goldsmiths Apartment (Markinch, near Glenrothes)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107440000/107433100/107433098/d7a58c5d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Beach - The Goldsmiths Apartment (Markinch, near Glenrothes)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107440000/107433100/107433098/df1aaad0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dishwasher - The Goldsmiths Apartment (Markinch, near Glenrothes)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107440000/107433100/107433098/ec7f0b4b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - The Goldsmiths Apartment (Markinch, near Glenrothes)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107440000/107433100/107433098/42cc8d81.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies On the historic Balbirnie Estate, Goldsmiths Apartment is a charming retreat within 400 acres of woodland walks and beautiful gardens. This first-floor apartment offers a Juliet balcony with views over the courtyard, three bedrooms and an open-plan living area with Smart TV and Amazon Firestick. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Free Wi-Fi - Outdoor space - Parking available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### The Goldsmiths Apartment A fabulous three-bedroom apartment in a courtyard setting. Full of history and character, it lies in the 400 acres of Balbirnie Estate, surrounded by woodland walks and beautiful gardens.. All on the First Floor: Living/dining room: Smart TV, Amazon Firestick, Bluray Player, French Doors Leading To Juliet Balcony Kitchen: Electric Oven, Gas Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Coffee Machine, Washing Machine Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed Bedroom 3: Double (4ft 6in) Bed Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet. Gas central heating, gas, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Estate grounds (shared with other properties on site) with woodland and parkland. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking.. The Goldsmiths Apartment is situated on the first floor and has been renovated whilst retaining some of the original features, including a Juliet balcony overlooking the courtyard and a circular window. Light and airy, this holiday apartment has a cosy, open plan living/dining room leading to the kitchen, which has good quality appliances. There are also three bedrooms and family bathroom. Set in 400 acres of stunning parkland on the popular Balbirnie Estate, the apartment is in central Fife between Edinburgh and St Andrews. The building and the cobbled courtyard date back to the 1700s when it was part of the estate and housed the stables, coach house, grain store and gardener’s cottage. In the mid-1970s, the building was converted to a craft centre with individual workshops and apartments. The estate has a rich history and was owned by the Balfour family until 1969, and during the 18th and 19th centuries, the estate landscape was designed by Robert Robinson and Thomas White, who created one of the most extensive and significant collections of rhododendrons in the east of Scotland. Guests can see a magnificent display of around 200 varieties from India, China and the Himalayan provinces. From the apartment, guests can explore the parklands with bridle paths and woodland walks, the idea; place to enjoy a picnic and a good place to spot wildlife. There is also a an 18-hole golf course, award winning wedding venue Balbirnie House Hotel where you can get a drink or amazing food. The conservation village of Markinch is only a short walk and is a good place to pick up supplies and have a coffee or have a beer. If you prefer to leave the car behind, the local railway station has links to most major cities, and you can enjoy a day out to Edinburgh, Perth or Inverness. For a day at the seaside, Leven offers a promenade and sandy beaches, you can also explore the coastal towns and villages on the Fife coastal route. St Andrews is just over 30-minute drive. Beach 7½ miles. Shop 800 yards, pub and restaurant 300 yards. Free WiFi EPC Rating = C Sottish Letting Licence No: FI00384F ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Dishwasher ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Towels provided ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110930000/110929800/110929781/d6eaa16d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 3 bedroom accommodation in Falkirk Falkirk - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washing machine - Free Wi-Fi [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-01-31&selected=110929781&PinnedHotelID=110929781&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116070000/116064800/116064745/3938c5de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cosy Three Bed Lodge with Private Garden North Berwick - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Outdoor space [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-01-31&selected=116064745&PinnedHotelID=116064745&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Smart TV, books, stereo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92560000/92558900/92558890/56ac7fa6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 5 Star Award Winning -The Lamont with hot tub sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms Lauder - Hot tub - Kitchen - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 34 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-01-31&selected=92558890&PinnedHotelID=92558890&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76570000/76566700/76566672/0d5df9a0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Forget Me Not Cottage Culross - Kitchen - Washing machine - Free Wi-Fi - Outdoor space 10 Exceptional 5 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-01-31&selected=76566672&PinnedHotelID=76566672&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32930000/32929000/32928938/0d291ad4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 3 bedroom accommodation in Oakley, near Dunfermline Oakley, near Dunfermline - Kitchen - Washing machine - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi 10 Exceptional 23 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-01-31&selected=32928938&PinnedHotelID=32928938&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115440000/115431600/115431537/16a78d65.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Historical cottage near Preston Mill, No Deposit East Linton - Kitchen - Washing machine - Free Wi-Fi - Outdoor space 10 Exceptional 24 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-01-31&selected=115431537&PinnedHotelID=115431537&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114880000/114870600/114870527/5bc38eb2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Tranquil Caravan Retreat by the Seaside, PortSeton Prestonpans - Parking available - Microwave - Kitchen [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-01-31&selected=114870527&PinnedHotelID=114870527&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/81000000/80970000/80965000/80964988/w1600h969x0y3-4fa3caa7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Charming, family friendly Scottish Estate with Modern Luxuries Prestonpans - Kitchen - Washing machine - Free Wi-Fi - Outdoor space 10 Exceptional 17 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-01-31&selected=80964988&PinnedHotelID=80964988&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120240000/120237600/120237540/5cf5fba6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### swimming pool, entertainment complex, and children's play areas. 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip 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 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 FI00384F If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as su-UK43977-UK43977 ## About the area Glenrothes is home to this cottage. Kirkcaldy Museum and Art Gallery and Adam Smith Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Falkland Palace and St Serf's Church Tower. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Skydive St. Andrews, or consider a night out at Backhouse Rossie Estate. [Visit our Glenrothes travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Glenrothes.dx180628) [View more Cottages in Glenrothes](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Glenrothes-Cottages.d180628-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C56.21109%2C-3.14640&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=8at2fmXcP7TF3jkk7cRzYCtGMCo=) Markinch, near Glenrothes ### What's nearby - Bongos Soft Play Centre \- 5 min drive \- 2.2 miles - Wellsgreen Golf Range \- 9 min drive \- 5.3 miles - Fife Ice Arena \- 9 min drive \- 6.9 miles - Skydive St. Andrews \- 10 min drive \- 6.0 miles - Falkland Palace \- 11 min drive \- 5.2 miles ### Getting around - Markinch Station - 5 min drive - Dundee (DND) - 50 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive - ‪The Golden Acorn (Wetherspoon) - ‬7 min drive - ‪Costa Coffee - ‬8 min drive - ‪Otters Head - ‬7 min drive - ‪Ciswo - ‬7 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Goldsmiths Apartment pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at The Goldsmiths Apartment? ### What time is check-in at The Goldsmiths Apartment? ### What time is check-out at The Goldsmiths Apartment? ### Where is The Goldsmiths Apartment located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Goldsmiths Apartment Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Claire K. 7 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family Very good, clean and tidy. Will definitely use again. ##### Claire K. 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