Upper Star, Star KY7, Markinch, KY7 6LB, United Kingdom
#4 of 11 hotels in Markinch
Guests' ChoiceBased on 28 apartment reviews
9.5Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.6
Location
9.5
Facilities
9.6
Staff
9.4
Value for money
9.6
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Reviewed: 24 August 2025
Melissa
United KingdomClean 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!
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 21 August 2025
Amanda
United KingdomThe only thing I would change is the mattress on the bed! It was very firm! That is a personal preference thing, though!
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 stay at Star Scape.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 11 August 2025
Helen
United KingdomThe 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.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 1 August 2025
Ian
United KingdomA minor addition in the bathroom was accepted as a good idea by Joan although it wasn’t something we didn’t like, just a suggestion for a wee improvement. We didn’t find any faults.
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 Lomond Hills from inside the house or sitting outside in the sun. Wi-fi is good, multiple tv channels, and even a record player with a few albums to choose from.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 19 July 2025
Jade
United KingdomSeeing how excited my daughter was about staying on a farm she loved the house and doesn’t stop talking about it and wants to go back
The location was lovely nice and relaxing
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 30 June 2025
Jennifer
United KingdomNothing
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.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 2 June 2025
Michael
United KingdomIdeal Spot for a couple of nights away. Well presented property in a very n8ce quiet location
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 24 March 2025
Cliff
United StatesNothing. The apartment was exactly what we were looking for.
Nice, quiet location in the countryside. Easy to get to neighboring towns. Pretty much everything you need in a well laid out small apartment.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 2 January 2025
Donald
United KingdomComfortable and warm. Very peaceful.
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 20 November 2024
Graham
United KingdomNothing
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
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: 15 November 2024
Graham
United KingdomNothing
Cost and comfortable for just relaxing
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: 29 July 2024
Martin
United KingdomSpacious and comfortable Hosts were excellent Would definitely stay again
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: 16 July 2024
J
United KingdomBeautiful remote location, short drive/bus to and from Markinch train station for easy travel. Lovely cosy property with everything you need and more.
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: 27 May 2024
Carlos
United KingdomN/A
Location, the house spotlessly clean and very comfortable 👌
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 20 May 2024
Helen
United KingdomContact telephone number is wrong causing confusion
At a farm. Nice and peacefull. Didnt want for more from this short break. Excellent walk in shower.friendly proprietor (lived notfar from accommodation but not intrusive) Easy parking at door. Patio to nice views and garden furniture.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 21 April 2024
Christine
United KingdomThe bumpy road. When you've not long after a hip replacement it was a bit uncomfortable.
We arrived at the wrong property, so embarrassing 😩it was the property round the corner but it was our fault. I phoned the owners and they came and helped us out to the right property. Once in the property it was as it was in the pictures. Everything you needed including an air fryer. The extra bonus for us as pensioners was a record player with some LPs from our era and enjoyed them thoughly. Highly recommend this property. Peace and quiet and a fantastic view.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 18 March 2024
Susan
United KingdomA challenge to find in the dark. Surrounding area is waiting for completion.
Nice place for a couple to stay.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 21 November 2023
Tommy
United KingdomNothing, all above expectation
Location, cleanliness and spacious
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 23 October 2023
Karen
United KingdomLocation was a bit remote and own transport is a must
Clean, stylish and comfortable
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 2 October 2023
Bohdan
United KingdomVery quiet and comfortable apartment, makes you feel at home, good location, communication with the owners is very fast and efficient.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 21 September 2023
Harrison
United KingdomHeating didn't work, however as it was a brand new property, it should be expected that not everything would be 100% perfect. Despite this, it wasn't an issue as the property didn't get particularly cold. The owner provided us with a portable heater while the heating was being fixed. The road leading to the property was a bit confusing as it didn't show up on the map, meaning it can be difficult for larger vehicles to reach, however once the road is actually found, it's very easy to get in and out of.
Great location with beautiful scenery. The place itself was cosy, with pretty much everything in easy to access locations. Not too far away from anything either, Markinch being a short drive away, meaning you could catch a train to Edinburgh should you so wish to.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 23 July 2025
Anonymous
United KingdomThere wasn't anything we disliked, however better provision for re-cycling would be appreciated. Space inside might be too tight but somewhere outside might work?
The location was, for us, ideal. Very quiet and with plenty of walks nearby
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 19 June 2025
Rupert
United KingdomThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 26 May 2025
Danr29
United KingdomThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in May 2025
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