Freuchie is a small quiet village in the rural Howe of Fife at the foot of the East Lomond Hill. It is situated two miles east of Falkland. The name Freuchie means ‘heather’ from the Scottish Gaelic, ‘fraoch.’ There are many interesting 18th and 19th century buildings including a Church built in 1875, and a Victorian Linen Mill built c.1870. The Victorian style Lumsden Memorial Hall in the High Street, ensures the Linen Mill is not forgotten. It is said French masons working on the construction of Falkland Palace lived here during the 16th century and was used by the Royal Family as a place of exile for disgraced courtiers, hence the old, politically incorrect, saying ‘Awa’ tae Frechie, whaur the froggies live.’ Freuchie is a popular area for golfer to stay; it is ideally located for easy access to all Fife’s 51 courses, including St Andrews Old Course only 18 miles away. The village has small hotel, The Lomond Hills Hotel in Parliament Square, which dates from 1753 and the Ochil Villa B&B in the High Street. There are self catering cottages in the area. Freuchie also has a cricket club and were the winners of the village cricket championship at Lords in 1985.
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Places to Stay near Freuchie
Lomond Hills Hotel & Leisure Centre (0.10 miles)
The Kilnhouse B+B (0.97 miles)
The Bruce Inn (1.92 miles)
15th Century Inn in the historic town of Falkland, overlooking the spectacular Falkland Palace. The former Royal Hunting Lodge was, at one time, home to Mary Queen of Scots and Rob Roy plus countless Kings ... More | visit website
The Covenanter Hotel (1.97 miles)
The Covenanter Hotel is an early 17th Century coaching inn situated opposite the fountain right in the heart of the village. The hotel is full of character with original oak beams, low ceilings and period ... More | visit websiteBalbirnie House (2.79 miles)
Balbirnie is a quite unique, multi-award winning hotel combining understated luxury with superb service and outstanding value. A delightful old Georgian house, Balbirnie is Grade A listed circa 1777, and sits as the centrepiece ... More | visit website
Redlands Country Lodge (2.87 miles)
Redlands Country Lodge is a B&B with a REAL difference - a real WOOD difference! Our cosy log cabin rooms are individually styled, with their own entrances, and are completely separate from the main house so you ... More | visit website
The Priory Star B&B (3.16 miles)
For a truly comfortable and enjoyable stay in Visit Scotland Approved 4 Star, First Class Luxury Accommodation, and with warm friendly Scottish Hospitality then look no further. Rita & John have been providing excellent B&B ... More | visit websiteBalgeddie House Hotel (3.23 miles)
Balgeddie House Hotel, Superbly set within its own beatifully landscaped grounds and gardens in the centre of the Kingdom of Fife, its the perfect location for either a tranquil business stay, holiday break, private function ... More | visit website
Town House Hotel (3.38 miles)
The Town House Hotel is a Family run hotel in the small town of Markinch approx 3 miles from Glenrothes in the Historic Kingdom of Fife. The hotel was a ... More
The Greenside Hotel (3.63 miles)
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