Inn at Lathones, St Andrews

History

The history of the Inn goes back over 400 years. The Stables, being the oldest part, is today the bar where The Grey Lady (resident friendly ghost) and her horse reside. The front house was built in the late 17th century and is watched over by a wedding stone placed above the fire place as its lintel. The couple married in the local Kirk in 1718 and were blessed by the Minister in front of the fire before the festivities started. Iona Kirk and Ewan Lindsay ran the Inn ( then a Drovers Inn) from that day on until Iona's death in 1736. It's said that the two were so in love that when Iona died the wedding stone cracked and Ewan died shortly afterwards of unknown causes. I have often wondered since this story was told to me if the Grey Lady is in fact Iona putting her horse away?

The area between St Andrews and Lundin Links was plagued by a highwayman known as "Wee Mad MacGregor" a colourful character who was under five foot and was disfigured on the one side of his body, making his face droop. He drooled from the corner of his mouth and reputedly drank and ate at the Inn following his "outings"

Food & beverage

Full Scottish breakfast is included in the price.

The Inn at Lathones has been well known for its award winning food having long held 2 AA rosettes along with numerous other culinary gongs.Guests can chose to dine in the cosy atmosphere of the bar and lounge area, maybe even sitting in front of the log burning stove, or reserve a table in the restaurant. Food is available throughout the day from breakfast, lunch, afternoon teas, bar suppers and dinner.

Other facilities

Rooms include branded toiletries (bath and shower gel, body moisturiser, shampoo, hair conditioner, ultra facial moisturizer, lip balm and shaving lotion), Wireless Internet, remote control LCD television with satellite channels, hairdryer, fully stocked hospitality tray with cafetiere and fresh milk and. Rooms have Individually controlled thermostats.

For the past few years The Stables at The Inn has played host to some of the world's finest musicians playing in the most intimate of settings.

The music encompasses most tastes and crosses three decades of the most exciting music. The most amazing aspect of the music is there are only seats for 50 people. A completely unique experience!