Mountain view apartment near St Andrews University

Comfortable Accommodation: Star Scape in Star offers a recently renovated apartment with one bedroom and a living room. Guests enjoy a sun terrace, garden, and free WiFi. Modern Amenities: The apartment features a kitchenette, kitchen, and dining area. Additional amenities include a sofa bed, streaming services, and a walk-in shower. Convenient Location: Located 43 km from Dundee Airport, Star Scape is near St Andrews University (28 km), St Andrews Bay (32 km), and Discovery Point (39 km). The quiet area provides a peaceful retreat. Guest Satisfaction: Highly rated for room comfort, quietness of the area, and convenient location.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

    • Free private parking available on-site


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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom
1 double bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Elaine
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The hosts were great helped me find when I got lost....Also when was being nlibd mot sering a kitchen drawer.
  • Melissa
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Clean modern apartment less than 10 mins in a taxi from Markinch train station. Owners were very helpful in answering my questions before and during my stay. Lovely cows and horses outside the front window too!
  • Amanda
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Everything we needed for our stay. Lovely clean accommodation. Lovely area and close to Markinch and Glenrothes for shops etc. Owners were lovely and welcoming and found that everyone in the surrounding area were helpful and pleasant. Had a great...
  • Helen
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The accommodation was excellent, very clean and nicely furnished providing a very comfortable stay. Situated in a great location with beautiful views. Easy access to Markinch train station for a visit to Edinburgh.
  • Ian
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    It’s self catering. The location is very good on a working farm next to the farmer’s house. Although on a farm it’s very quiet, the only sounds are of the sheep, cattle, and the occasional tractor. The outlook is also good with views over to the...
  • Jennifer
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Clean and cosy. Had everything you needed. Host on hand if needed. Lovely country view from property and central of everything we wanted to do.
  • Michael
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Ideal Spot for a couple of nights away. Well presented property in a very n8ce quiet location
  • Scott
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    It was peaceful, the hosts were helpful in every way , you saw beautiful sunsets it was an amazing place to stay .
  • Graham
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    When you walk into the property the smell of freshness and when you lay in the bed the smell of clean sheets And the small surprises of chocolate for a sweet tooth lol
  • Martin
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Spacious and comfortable Hosts were excellent Would definitely stay again

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Hosted by Jane & Dave Downie

9.5
Host review score
Jane & Dave Downie
Situated on Plunkie Farm, in the beautiful village of Star. The one bedroom one shower room and open lounge kitchen with breath-taking views of the Lomond Hills.
The Downie's have farmed at Plunkie for over 100 years, offering DIY Livery, cattle and sheep.
Located on the village outskirts with near by town of Markinch for all local amenities and train station. we are situated on a cycle route Uphill, downhill and maybe some sprints, but don't forget to enjoy the landscape near Lomond Hills. This route is paved and suitable for a race bike. Explore hotel Balbirnie House Hotel and its surroundings with this cycling route. Admire the awe-inspiring sights along this route, including Star. If you fancy a great cycling ride, this tour is certainly for you. Golf course's every where you turn, Balbirnie, Ladybank, Thornton and many more. St Andrews is only a 25minute drive away to the best course in the world ! Falkland Palace is a must for a visit, along with exploring the beautiful town of Falkland with fantastic independent shops, tearoom, pubs and restaurants. The Pilgrims Walk is a stone throw from the property for you to rest your legs.
Language spoken: English

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House rules

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Check-in
From 15:00 to 18:00
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Check-out
From 08:00 to 11:00
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Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Pets
Pets are not allowed.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.