Property Description
Category C-listed two-bedroom home in sought-after Kilconquhar
Category C-listed mid-terrace property
Well-presented, bright interiors
Tranquil conservation village setting
Less than a minute from Kilconquhar Loch
Idyllic enclosed rear garden and parking
Gateway to the scenic Fife Coast
Council Tax Band - D
EPC Rating - E
Tenure Freehold
Property Details & Description
Accommodation
GROUND FLOOR
Entrance hallway, internal hallway, living room, kitchen, two bedrooms, shower room
EXTERIOR
Delightful enclosed rear garden
Large gravel parking area
Situation
A stone’s throw from the picturesque Kilconquhar Loch and the parish church, this well-presented Category-C listed two-bedroom home occupies an enviable village setting. Kilconquhar, a conservation village boasts a church along with the renowned Kinneucher Inn, recently awarded ‘The Best Local Restaurant in Scotland 2023’ by The Good Food Guide. Kilconquhar Castle Estate has a range of leisure facilities including a swimming pool, tennis courts, and an equestrian centre. The seaside resort of Elie, just a ten-minute drive, features a wide variety of amenities including a chemist, newsagent, and delicatessen along with the popular Ship Inn. It also has a thriving sports club with golfing facilities, tennis courts, and a bowling green. An array of watersports including canoeing, paddleboarding, and waterskiing are available to enjoy from Elie Bay. Leven offers further dining, recreational, and leisure choices, whilst St Andrews home to Scotland’s oldest university and the world-renowned Old Course is a twenty-minute drive. To the north, Dundee and Perth are within easy reach and Edinburgh is less than an hour to the south.
Surrounded by stunning Fife countryside, Kilconquhar caters to outdoor enthusiasts offering a plethora of recreational activities such as walking, cycling, horseback riding, and golf. A short drive leads to the scenic fishing villages of the East Neuk, including Anstruther, Crail, St Monan’s and Pittenweem, whilst the Fife Coastal Path and Fife Pilgrim’s Way are nearby. For day trips, the expansive Lomond Hills and Falkland Estate are easily accessible. National Trust for Scotland properties to explore in the vicinity include the Hill of Tarvit, Kellie Castle, and Falkland Palace. Stunning sandy beaches await at St Andrews, Tentsmuir, Kingsbarns, and Elie. Local schooling is well-provided with Elie hosting a primary school and Anstruther offering secondary education. Private schooling options include St Leonards in St Andrews and The High School of Dundee. There is a railway station in Cupar, as well as at Leuchars, Markinch, and Ladybank. Edinburgh International Airport is about 55 minutes to the south.
General Description
Arriving into a welcoming carpeted entrance hall, you move into a bright and spacious living room. Thanks to a large picture window to the front, it enjoys plentiful natural light. Adorned with plush carpeting, a soft colour palette and a cast iron fireplace set into an oak mantle with exquisite tiling it exudes a warm ambience and allows for a variety of furniture configurations. A seamless flow then ushers you into the inner hallway and to a well-appointed kitchen complete with under-base-lit light oak-effect wall and floor units, a white tiled splashback, and quartz-effect worktops. Integrated appliances include a gas hob, extractor hood, and oven. Boasting delightful rear garden views, it offers comfortable dining for two. Adjacent to the kitchen is a modern shower room equipped with a hidden cistern WC and washbasin built into vanity. A sizeable principal double bedroom enjoys a peaceful position to the rear along with a tasteful interior design, whilst to the front a second carpeted double bedroom features built-in wardrobes.
EXTERIOR
The enclosed rear garden features a manicured lawn with pretty flowering borders, whilst monoblock paving makes for a wonderful alfresco seating area.
There is a large gravel parking area to the rear accessed by a private driveway.
General Remarks & Information
Viewing
Viewing is strictly by appointment with the selling agents Rettie & Co, 28 Bell Street, St Andrews KY16 9UX. Tel: 01334 237700.
Satellite Navigation
The property’s postcode is KY9 1LG
Fixtures and Fittings
Only items specifically mentioned in the particulars of sale are included in the sale price. Additional items of furniture may be available by separate negotiation.
Entry & Possession
Entry and vacant possession will be by mutual agreement and arrangement.
Services
Mains water and electricity, private drainage, oil heating.
Local Authority
Fife Council
EPC Rating
Band E
Council Tax
Band D
Home Report
A Home Report incorporating a Single Survey, Energy Performance Certificate and Property Questionnaire is available for parties genuinely interested in this property. Please contact us, either by telephone or via the website entry for this property, to request a copy. No charge is made for electronic copies; a paper copy can also be made available from our offices or by post, at a charge of £20 to cover reproduction and administrative costs.
Offers
Offers should be submitted in Scottish Legal Form to the selling agents Rettie & Co at 28 Bell Street, St Andrews KY16 9UX.
Servitude Rights, Burdens & Wayleaves
The property is sold subject to and with the benefit of all servitude rights, burdens, reservations and wayleaves including rights of access and rights of way, whether public or private, light, support, drainage, water and wayleaves for masts, pylons, stays, cable, drains and water, gas and other pipes whether contained in the title deeds or informally constituted and whether or not referred to above.
Particulars and Plans
These particulars and plan are believed to be correct, but they are in no way guaranteed. Any error, omission or misstatement shall not annul the sale or entitle any party to compensation nor in any circumstances give grounds for action at law.
Websites and Social Media
This property and other properties offered by Rettie & Co can be viewed on our website at www.rettie.co.uk as well as our affiliated websites at www.rightmove.co.uk, www.onthemarket.com and www.thelondonoffice.co.uk. In addition, our social media platforms are facebook.com, RettieTownandCountry, twitter.com, RettieandCo, Instagram and LinkedIn.
Proof and Source of Funds/Anti Money Laundering
Under the HMRC Anti Money Laundering legislation all offers to purchase a property on a cash basis or subject to mortgage require evidence of source of funds. This may include evidence of bank statements/funding source, mortgage or confirmation from a solicitor the purchaser has the funds to conclude the transaction. All individuals involved in the transaction are required to produce proof of identity and proof of address. This is acceptable either as original or certified documents.
Misrepresentations
1. The property is sold with all faults and defects, whether of condition or otherwise and neither the seller nor Rettie & Co, the selling agent, are responsible for such faults and defects, nor for any statement contained in the particulars of the property prepared by the said agent.
2. The Purchaser(s) shall be deemed to acknowledge that he has not entered into contact in reliance on the said statements, that he has satisfied himself as to the content of each of the said statements by inspection or otherwise and that no warranty or representation has been made by the seller or the said agents in relation to or in connection with the property.
3. Any error, omission or misstatement in any of the said statements shall not entitle the purchaser(s) to rescind or to be discharged from this contract, nor entitle either party to compensation or damages nor in any circumstances to give either party any cause for action.
Important Notice
rettie & Co, Their Clients And Any Joint Agents Give Notice That
1. They are not authorised to make or give any representations or warranties in relation to the property either in writing or by word of mouth. Any information given is entirely without responsibility on the part of the agents or the sellers. These particulars do not form part of any offer or contract and must not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact.
2. Any areas, measurements or distances are approximate. The text, photographs and plans are for guidance only and are not necessarily comprehensive and it should not be assumed that the property remains as photographed. Any error, omission or misstatement shall not annul the sale, or entitle any party to compensation or recourse to action at law. It should not be assumed that the property has all necessary planning, building regulation or other consents, including for its current use. Rettie & Co. have not tested any services, equipment or facilities. Purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise and ought to seek their own professional advice.
3. All descriptions or references to condition are given in good faith only. Whilst every endeavour is made to ensure accuracy, please check with us on any points of especial importance to you, especially if intending to travel some distance. No responsibility can be accepted for expenses incurred in inspecting properties which have been sold or withdrawn.
More Details
Situation: Private Garden
Council Tax Band: D
Tenure: Freehold
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