Award-winning wheelchair-accessible luxury self-catering holiday lodges in Lundin Links, just a stone’s throw from the stunning East Neuk of Fife.
Award-winning wheelchair-accessible luxury self-catering holiday lodges in Lundin Links, just a stone’s throw from the stunning East Neuk of Fife.
Wheelchair-accessible luxury self-catering holiday lodges and disability-accessible lodges, nestled in mature woodlands in the beautiful village of Lundin Links, just a short drive from the stunning East Neuk of Fife. Recently built to the highest standard, all are equipped with an extensive range of disability support equipment to help you unwind and enjoy a memorable stay.
The Homelands Trust-Fife (SCIO) (SC047615) is an independent Fife-based charity dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for individuals affected by disability, those with life-limiting conditions, and their carers—offering them the chance to relax and recharge in our luxury holiday accommodation.
The legacy of the Paxton Family and Homelands
A brief history of Homelands
Mr Robert Carswell Paxton was a well-known figure in Lundin Links during the early 20th century. Born in Kilmarnock in 1853, he was the fourth of brewer George Paxton’s eight children. His father owned the Richardland Brewery on the River Irvine at Riccarton, but after George’s passing, young Robert’s path took a different turn.
Towards the late 19th century, Robert Paxton ventured far from Scotland, becoming one of the early settlers of Terrell County, Texas. There, he established himself as a sheep farmer and rancher in what would soon become one of the largest sheep and wool-producing regions in the United States.
In 1908, the Paxton family returned to Scotland and purchased the Homelands estate in Lundin Links. Robert’s daughter, Miss Isobel Paxton, continued to live at Homelands and became a beloved figure in the local community. Throughout the 1950s, she dedicated herself to helping disabled people across Fife, offering them support and assistance. When she passed away at the age of 88 in 1993, she left behind a remarkable legacy — bequeathing Homelands to charity with a heartfelt mission: to create a place where people affected by disability, along with their families, friends, and carers, could enjoy a well-deserved holiday.
To honour her wishes, the Homelands Trust was established in 1998, ensuring that Isobel Paxton’s vision of accessibility, inclusion, and respite lives on. And the rest, as they say, is history.
Meet the Homelands team
Meet the Homelands team
Helen Lawrenson
General Manager
I joined the Homelands team in March 2024 after over 18 years of managing a charity on the beautiful Falkland Estate.
At Homelands, I handle everything that Martina doesn’t – from finance and charity governance to management, marketing, fundraising, and keeping the website running smoothly.
We’re a small, close-knit team, and we absolutely love getting the chance to say hello to our guests when they arrive. If you’re staying with us, feel free to pop by and say hi!
Martina Goodman
Operations and Administration Assistant.
I joined the Homelands team in February 2024. Originally from South Africa, I spent many fulfilling years raising my family there before making the move back to Scotland in 2023.
In my role at Homelands, I take care of the booking process for our guests, ensuring the lodges are in perfect condition, and assisting with any queries during their stay. She’s dedicated to providing a seamless and enjoyable experience for all guests, ensuring everything is just right for their holiday.
Alison Stevenson
Trustee
Jan Kerr
Trustee
I started my working life teaching PE then returned to work as a teacher of children with profound & multiple learning disabilities after having my family.
I gained two post-graduate qualifications in Special Educational Needs, which have proved useful in my role as a trustee and volunteer at Homelands.
I was one of the founder members of Forth & Tay Disabled Ramblers, a mobility scooter & power chair rambling group, still going strong 23 years later.
I have served on the boards of a number of third sector charities, most of them disability related.
I have been primary carer for a friend with MS for the past 25 years.
For twelve consecutive years, I organised rambling holidays for groups of disabled people, identifying accessible accommodation and auditing suitable rambling routes in the Cairngorms, other areas of Scotland and the north of England.
I served as a Homelands trustee in 2006/7 when I was secretary of MS Fife Branch and I returned in 2010 when I represented MS Fife Branch as President.
Working and volunteering in the field of disability made me very aware of the limited choice disabled people face when trying to find suitable holiday accommodation. As a firm believer in access for all, it inspired me to want to help change that.
David Brough
Trustee
Alan Stuart
Trustee
Sustainability
At Homelands, we are committed to sustainability and proud to be part of the Green Tourism scheme. In March 2018, our efforts were recognised with a Green Tourism Gold Award—a testament to our dedication to environmentally friendly practices.
Our buildings already boast exceptionally high energy performance ratings, and we have taken another step towards a greener future by installing two 22kW Type 2 fast electric vehicle charging points. These chargers are available to both visitors and the public via the ChargePlace Scotland network, and registration is required to access them. All our lodges have their own electric vehicle charging points.
Sustainability is at the heart of what we do, and we’re always looking for new ways to reduce our environmental impact while enhancing our guests’ experience.
