East Neuk
Beautiful and windswept south east coast of Fife populated by charming fishing villages that look over the North Sea and are popular holiday haunts in the summer and are quiet and sea blown through the northern winter.
Fife was described by King James VI as "a beggar's mantle fringed with gold". The golden fringe to which he referred was the East Neuk (or nook, meaning corner). Here, on Fife's easternmost stretch of coastline are some of the kingdom's greatest attractions. From Largo Bay to Fife Ness lies a string of picturesque villages, each with its own distinctive character and charm. These were once thriving seaports trading with the Low Countries. The Dutch influence lives on in their architectural styles. The red pan-tiled roofs and crow-stepped gables lend a particular continental feel to one of the most attractive corners of Scotland.
Our 1 Day Scottish Tours include visits to Fife. ( especially our 1 Day St Andrews & Kingdom of Fife Tour and St Andrews & Villages of Fife Day Excursion from Edinburgh )
Region
FifeTravel Directions to East Neuk
The No 95 bus runs every hour between Dundee and Leven, via St Andrews, Crail, Anstruther, Pittenweem, St Monans and Elie.
Local Sights & Activities for East Neuk
Well known for its pretty fishing villages such as Crail and Elie, East Neuk is famous for its beaches, seafood specialities and old world charm. The villages of Esat Neuk still have a few of the grand buildings and merchants' houses that are spread across the stone-built harbours. East Neuk could get busy on weekends with holiday makers. There are many leisure activities on offer including golf, walking trails and nature parks. No trip to East Neuk can be complete without savoring the fresh deafood delicacies in any of its restaurants that are well complemented by farm fresh produce that ensure a perfect dining experience.
East Neuk Hotels & Accommodation
see our Hotels In Fife for local accommodation ideas.
East Neuk Cottages and Holiday SelfCatering
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Seaspray Cottage in St Monans - sleeps 5
Spacious, family cottage in St Monans, minutes from harbour on East Neuk of Fife. Sleeps 5 in 3 bedrooms. No wifi. 3 Dogs welcome! Grade 3 Star. -
Largo Bay View Apartment in Fife - Sleeps 4
Upstairs apartment in an end of terrace cottage in centre of Lower Largo in East Neuk. Sleeps four people in two bedrooms. -
Harbour Views, Anstruther - Sleeps 6
Overlooking the picturesque harbour and sheltered beach, this first floor holiday apartment is decorated and furnished in a bold, contemporary style. Close to all amenities, hotels, pubs and restaurants, n... -
The Blue Cottage at Cellardyke, sleeps 4
Situated just one street back from picturesque Cellardyke harbour and with good sea views between opposite houses, this comfortable, simply furnished ground floor holiday apartment is the perfect base for ... -
The Nook, Anstruther - Sleeps 4
The Nook is a stylish, semi-detached holiday home situated in the heart of Anstruther, on the shores of the Firth of the Forth. Visit local shops and restaurants, walk along the harbour area and enjoy loca...