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The Hideaway | Off Grid Travel

Off grid cabin in Fife with woodland walks and local beach

2 1 2 (Additional dogs by prior arrangement.)

Suitable for dogs that may struggle with the following…

Cats

Dogs

Livestock

Strangers

Traffic

Features & facilities

Remote check-in

All breeds welcome

Dogs allowed on sofas

Off-grid

Beach nearby

Sunsets / scenic views

Check-in

  • Remote check-in
  • Dog welcome pack

Creature comforts

  • All breeds welcome
  • Outdoor hose or dog wash
  • Dogs allowed on sofas
  • Dog blankets provided
  • Dog food and water bowls provided
  • Dogs can be left unattended

Garden & fencing

  • Woodlands on-site

Appliances

  • Wi-Fi
  • Oven & hob
  • Fridge
  • Pizza oven
  • Off-grid

Facilities

  • Boot room
  • Log burner
  • Fire pit
  • Outdoor seating

Privacy

  • No neighbours
  • Shared parking

Accessibility

  • No stairs within property

Extra features

Quiet Local Beach
The path to the left of The Hideaway leads you on a short 10-minute walk to Cambo Beach. This beach is quiet, flat, and open, with wide paths that make it easy to spot and avoid other walkers if needed. Early mornings and sunset walks feel utterly private, with little to no fellow walkers.

Dogs Can Stay
If your dog is comfortable and settled alone, they may be left unattended for short periods at the accommodation. This allows you to visit a local pub or café while ensuring your pet remains safe and relaxed should they prefer. However, please ensure they have everything they need and won’t be distressed or destructive.

Off Grid
As the name suggests, this cosy bothy is off-grid and fully solar-powered, so be ready to unplug and unwind! There’s a single 2-pin socket and 2 USB charging points, as well as Wi-Fi, although the signal is limited. Perfect for emails, Instagram, etc., but may struggle with streaming, so bring a good book or pre-download a film. The café has free wifi also!

Woodlands to explore
Perfect for dog walks, the bothy is located right next to a wooded area, that’s ideal for walkies. The woodlands also have paths that take you through to the beach or the Cambo estate garden and cafe.

Boot Room
Complete with a handy boot room, this space is perfect for storing all your belongings, with plenty of space for sandy shoes or muddy boots after a walk. This is also where you’ll find the doggy hamper, ready with everything your pup might need. You’ll find treats, poo bags, towels, bowls, and a ground tie should you need it.

Things to note

Noise Sensitivity 
This accommodation is nestled in a peaceful countryside setting, surrounded by scenic arable farmland. From time to time, you may hear occasional sounds from bird scarers, harmless devices used by local farmers to protect their crops. However, noise-sensitive dogs could find this a challenge.

Fenceing 
While the space is tucked away in a quiet and private setting, there is no fully enclosed space surrounding the hideaway; therefore, dogs will require long lines if they’re prone to wandering. There is a ground tie provided, allowing you and your dog to mooch around the surrounding space safely without worry of escape.

Prey & Wildlife
For dogs that struggle with prey, there is a good chance you will see squirrels, birds, and hares. You may also catch a glimpse of deer grazing quietly in the distance, if you’re lucky, usually at dawn or in the evening.

Dogs Parking & Shared Spaces
Parking for this accommodation is close to the cafe, but it's private, tucked away, and only shared with one other cabin. As such, your dogs could glimpse other dogs when arriving or leaving. There may also be dogs seen around the main Cambo estate, e.g., the cafe area and the car park, as it is a dog-friendly estate and the car park is near the cafe. The Estate, however, is a dog on lead only site, so you should not encounter any off-lead dogs.

Find out more

Tucked quietly away from the world, this off-grid cabin offers an enchanting escape and an idyllic sanctuary for scenery lovers. 

The Hideaway Cabin embraces you with gentle elegance. Wrapped in natural light from walls of glass that frame the ever-changing views of open farmland and the sea beyond, the room feels like a secret you've stumbled upon. Where mornings begin not with alarms, but with soft golden light and the wonder of deer grazing just beyond your window, if you're lucky, as the sea shimmers in the distance. All from the comfort of a plush king-size bed and breathable, eco-conscious linens. Come evening, curl up with a book as dusk falls. 

The Hideaway is a dreamy couples retreat, or just as perfect for solo travellers seeking a calming escape, especially those bringing an anxious or reactive dog. With no passing traffic and wide open space free from livestock all around, it offers calm, comfort, and soothing stillness for all.

The heart of the cabin glows with a wood-burning stove, its top oven perfect for simmering something soulful. The fully-equipped kitchen invites slow breakfasts - you can wake up with a sip of locally roasted organic coffee, or a cup of organic tea. A fridge awaits with a small carton of milk, and dishes, glass, and utensils are thoughtfully provided.

The bathroom is simple, calm, and quietly considered. A walk-in rainfall shower sits beneath a glass roof, so you can bathe in natural light or even under the stars. It's a space that feels fresh and functional, with eco-conscious touches throughout. And yes, there’s a flushing toilet! A rare and welcome feature in an eco-conscious off-grid type stay. It’s the kind of practical comfort that quietly elevates your experience, proving that going off-grid doesn’t mean going without life’s little luxuries.

Behind the cabin, the Mud Room waits, part pantry, part utility space. It holds dog towels, board games, and a small heater to dry off coats and boots after coastal adventures. It’s the gentle workhorse of your stay, tucked neatly out of sight. The outdoor space is a peaceful haven of its own, complete with a fire-pit, BBQ and pizza oven, perfect for long, lazy evenings outdoors. Set against a backdrop of gently rolling farmland and distant sea views, it’s a place made for slowing down. Watch the birds on the window feeder as you breathe in the stillness of the morning, and end your day with the warmth of a crackling fire under a sky full of stars. It’s a truly magical spot to unwind.

Despite the serene and private setting, you're just a short walk from the estate’s café, shop, and stunning gardens. You can leave your dog if they prefer or take them with you as the café is dog friendly, although it is quite popular. The local beach is also a short stroll away and remains wonderfully quiet, even in summer. At off-peak times, you may find it entirely to yourself! Even during busier periods like sunny afternoons, the beach rarely feels 'crowded' from my experience, thanks to the open space and nearby golf course offering plenty of room to spread out and avoid others, whether that’s people or dogs.

Location

Cambo Farm Cottages, St Andrews, KY16 8QD, Scotland, United Kingdom

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