1 / 24The Stork
Anstruther, Fife
A five star lodge for four near Anstruther with sea views over the Firth of Forth, a hot tub on the enclosed patio and one dog welcome.
The Stork stands just inland of the East Neuk with the Firth of Forth filling its patio doors, a five star lodge for four where the hot tub sits on an enclosed patio pointed at the sea. One dog is welcome, and between the garden, the glass and the coast path at the end of the road, it is a dog friendly posting most dogs would apply for.
Both bedrooms are super kings that split into twins on request, each with its own bathroom and underfloor heating, so two couples travel without hierarchy. The open plan living space carries a wood burner, a wine cooler in the kitchen, and the long view over the water while you cook. It is a lodge finished to the standard of a good hotel, without the corridors or the rules about dogs in the bar.
Days sort themselves into sea and soak. A beach in the morning, Kingsbarns or Cambo both close by, the Fife Coastal Path when the dog wants miles rather than sand, then back to the hot tub while the light moves down the Forth and dinner takes shape.
Anstruther, with its harbour and fisheries museum, is 2 miles away, Crail and the rest of the East Neuk villages string out along the coast, and St Andrews is an easy run north. Kingsbarns is the beach worth planning around: wide, golden and generous to a dog with speed to burn.
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from £1,073 for 7 nights
The Stork takes 1 dog and is booked through holidaycottages.co.uk.
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At a Glance
- Dogs Welcome
- 1 dog
- Enclosed Garden
- Yes
- Enclosed garden | Pubs, restaurant, shops and beach 2 miles | Storage for bicycles available | Smart TV and Bluetooth speaker in lounge and Smart TVs in both bedrooms | Charcoal BBQ available | Change
- Sleeps
- 4 guests
- Rooms
- 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms
- Price
- from £1,073 / 7 nights
- Grading
- 5 star
- Arrival
- in from 16:00, out by 10:00
- Facilities
- Hot tub, Open fire, Parking, Wifi
The Stork from £1,073 for 7 nights
Book with holidaycottages.co.ukFrequently Asked Questions
Is The Stork dog friendly?
Yes, The Stork welcomes one dog. With an enclosed patio, a private garden and the Fife Coastal Path at the end of the road, it's set up well for a dog holiday rather than just tolerating one.
Are dogs allowed at The Stork year round?
The listing doesn't specify any seasonal restrictions on dogs, so it's worth contacting The Stork directly to confirm availability for your dates. The location lends itself to all seasons, with coast path walking and a hot tub to come back to whatever the weather.
What should I know before visiting The Stork with my dog?
The Stork accommodates one dog, so it's worth bearing that in mind if you're travelling with more than one. The enclosed patio and garden give your dog secure outdoor space, and beaches at Kingsbarns and Cambo are both close by for a proper run — Kingsbarns in particular is wide and open, well suited to a dog that needs to stretch its legs.
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The Stork from £1,073 for 7 nights
Book with holidaycottages.co.ukWhat’s Nearby?
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