12th Century Castle in the Kingdom of Fife

DAIRSIE CASTLE, nr Cupar, FIFE - HL102

DESCRIPTION
This castle stands on a bluff close to the River Eden and set in beautiful Fife countryside. It is only 6 miles from St Andrews, with Cupar being the closest local town and small hamlet of Dairsie on the doorstep. 

HISTORY
The castle, first mentioned in 1160, was traditionally occupied by the bishops of St Andrews or their bailiffs. In the 16th century it was rebuilt by the Learmonth family. The castle has also been the site of an earlier Scottish parliament (in 1335) and visited by 16th Century royalty. The castle fell into ruin in the 19th century, and was rebuilt as a family home by the current owners in the 1990's, taking great care to respect the History of the castle whilst making it contemporary and providing every modern comfort for todays guests. 

GARDENS & GROUNDS
The castle enjoys 6 acres of private grounds, including herb garden, Trampoline, fruit trees and woodland walk down to the River Eden.