Milldeans Sawmill, Milldeans

, Star, Glenrothes, Fife, KY7 6LW

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Property Description

A spectacular six-bedroom detached rural residence spanning over 5000 sq.ft with impressive outbuildings and stunning gardens

Luxurious and high-quality finishes throughout

Incredibly versatile, spacious, and carefully considered layout

Extensive mature gardens and an idyllic setting

Impressive outbuildings including a Bothy and office/workshop

Short drive from Markinch, Kennoway and Glenrothes

EPC Rating - B
Council Band - H
Tenure- Freehold

Property Details & Description
Accommodation

Main Building
GROUND FLOOR
Entrance vestibule, reception room, dining kitchen and living room, pantry, utility, shower room, sauna, hot tub room, bedroom with en-suite and kitchen, plant/store room

GROUND FLOOR PRIVATE WING
Entrance porch, sitting room, dining room, kitchen, bedroom with en-suite

FIRST FLOOR
Sitting room/bar, four bedrooms, four with en-suites and two walk-in-wardrobes, WC

Accommodation

Bothy:
GROUND FLOOR
Living area, kitchen, four bunk beds, shower room

Accommodation

Office/Workshop:
GROUND FLOOR
Entrance vestibule, shower room, kitchen, gardener's WC, workshop, five store rooms, shed,

FIRST FLOOR
Office, kitchen, meeting room, WC

EXTERIOR
Extensive mature grounds extending to circa 2.65 acres
Expansive driveway and parking area
Pond, Mill Lade
Greenhouse
Lawnmower/Tractor building

Situation
Lying on the site of a former sawmill in the exclusive hamlet of Milldeans, close to the small village of Star of Markinch, Milldeans Sawmill enjoys an idyllic rural setting. Markinch and Kennoway, both provide a range of retail, dining, and leisure amenities. Glenrothes is only a ten-minute drive and offers well-known supermarkets, bustling restaurants, bars, chemists, a post office, banks, and a state-of-the-art sports centre. The ancient university town of St Andrews globally renowned as ‘The Home of Golf’ is a thirty-minute drive. Edinburgh is approximately one hour to the south. The characterful fishing villages and beautiful beaches that make up this scenic part of Scotland including Anstruther, St Monans, Crail, Elie, and Pittenweem are all easily accessible.

Surrounded by beautiful countryside with views of the Lomond Hills to the west, the area boasts various scenic visitor attractions. These include Balbirnie Park, Lomond Hills Regional Park, along with the popular Balbirnie Golf Club. Leven Beach with its expansive promenade and charming outlook over the Firth of Forth is only a fifteen-minute drive. Alongside the village primary school, there is high school provision in Glenrothes and private options available at St Leonards in St Andrews and at The High School of Dundee. There is an efficient bus service, and a train station in Markinch and Ladybank serving the Edinburgh to Aberdeen line, with Edinburgh International Airport less than one hour away by car. Domestic flights are available from Dundee.

Spanning 5909 sq.ft, this exceptional rural residence nestled in breathtaking gardens and boasting stunning panoramic countryside views is one of the most exceptional properties brought to market. From its high-quality finishes and luxurious modern touches to its outstanding proportions, incredibly versatile and considered layout, and impressive outbuildings Milldeans Sawmill presents a truly rare and exclusive opportunity. A sweeping driveway borders a vast lawn, guiding you to the beautiful stone-built façade. Stepping inside an entrance vestibule opens to a spectacular and generously sized reception room resplendent with a double-height ceiling. Full-height south-west-facing windows flood the space with natural light, A full-height chimney breast, constructed using bricks from the original mill chimney, with an open fireplace, serves as a stunning centrepiece. Flagstone flooring, a neutral colour palette, and charming rustic touches complete the warm, inviting atmosphere. Sliding doors then open to reveal the expansive, dual-aspect dining kitchen, undoubtedly the heart of the home. Thoughtfully designed, it features handmade shaker-style cabinetry in soft duck-egg blue and light blue, solid timber Iroko and marble worktops, and integrated appliances, including a striking AGA range cooker. A walk-in pantry and adjacent utility room provide excellent storage. A large central island offers informal dining and subtly divides the kitchen from the dining area, which opens directly to the garden for easy indoor-outdoor living. The flow continues into a bright and airy south-west-facing living room, echoing the calm, neutral décor of the kitchen while offering panoramic views of the garden and surrounding countryside. Moving back through the reception room, you pass a contemporary shower room a sauna before arriving at a desirable hot tub room, perfect for relaxation and unwinding at home. From here, you step into a spacious and light-filled double bedroom adorned with tumbled limestone flooring and enjoying a dual-aspect. Currently arranged with a double bed and a comfortable seating area, it offers excellent versatility. Adjoining this space is a compact yet well-equipped kitchen, featuring wood-effect worktops, wall and base units, an integrated hob, and a built-in microwave. A sleek en-suite shower room completes the suite. A connecting door then leads to a private wing perfect for extended family or multi-generational living. With its own entrance via a separate porch or through the main house, this generous annexe features a large sitting room with south-west-facing French doors opening onto the garden. Finished with tumbled limestone floor tiles and a tasteful décor, the sitting room flows seamlessly into the adjoining dining room and contemporary kitchen. The kitchen which offers garden access, is well-appointed with neutral-toned wall and base units, wood-effect worktops, and integrated appliances including a hob, eye-level grill, oven, fridge and freezer. Completing this self-contained wing is a bright and airy double bedroom with built-in storage, and a spacious, modern en-suite shower room featuring a countertop basin, chrome towel radiator, and hidden cistern WC. Returning to the reception room in main house, steel stairs ascend to the first-floor landing, where glass balustrade panels looking down onto the reception room ensure a wonderful feeling of light and space. A standout feature of the first-floor is the spectacular sitting room and bar, flooded with natural light from VELUX windows and south-west-facing French doors opening to Juliet balcony that beautifully frames the surrounding landscape. Tailored for stylish entertaining or relaxation, this impressive space boasts a bespoke, handcrafted bar. The magnificent principal double bedroom is a true retreat, featuring plush carpeting, soft neutral tones, and a walk-in wardrobe. French doors open to an east-facing Juliet balcony, offering sweeping panoramic views and a luxurious en-suite which boasts a roll-top bath, a large shower enclosure, hidden cistern wall-hung Gerberit WC, a countertop washbasin, and a window seat with an idyllic rural aspect. Three additional double bedrooms echo the same elegant design, with one enjoying the added luxury of an en-suite shower room, a walk-in-wardrobe and seating area as well as French doors to another Juliet balcony, doors framing a west-facing outlook, perfect for guests or older children. Two bedrooms share an en-suite shower room.

Outbuildings

Bothy
Set peacefully on the pond within the garden, this self-contained hideaway boasts a bright and spacious open-plan Bothy with uninterrupted views of the gardens and a delightful rustic charm thanks to wood-panelling and brick floor tiling with underfloor heating, and a cosy open fire create a warm and inviting atmosphere throughout. With sliding doors opening out to a private south-west-facing terrace and featuring four built-in bunk beds and bespoke window seats, every small detail has been carefully considered. The modern kitchen features base units, Butcher block worktops, and a fridge-freezer, freestanding oven and hob, whilst a stylish shower room rounds off the layout.

Office/Workshop
Spanning two floors, this versatile space features a generous ground-floor workshop leading to five self-contained storerooms, dining space and kitchen, with wall and base units, integrated hob and built-in microwave. In addition, it benefits from a WC and shower room. On the first-floor a bright and spacious office leads through to a compact modern kitchen and comfortable meeting room. A further WC off the kitchen on the first floor completes the layout.

EXTERIOR
Spanning circa 2.65 acres, the landscaped mature gardens with a large Robinsons glasshouse surrounded by picturesque open countryside are truly stunning and offer the most wonderful opportunity for children, pets, friends, and family to dine, relax, and play.

To the front of the property, an expansive lawn with a stream flowing through it is bordered by mature and manicured hedging. There are various tranquil seating areas to enjoy including two charming, cobbled areas and a paved patio to the side of the property.

At the rear, the stream is flanked by further lawns, established trees, and hedging, and winds its way to a pond at the secluded Bothy.

A tractor shed provides additional practical storage, ideal for equipment or outdoor tools.

A large driveway and parking areas provides ample off-street parking.

General Remarks & Information

Satellite Navigation
For the benefit of those with satellite navigation the property’s postcode is KY7 6LW

Fixtures & Fittings
Only items specifically mentioned in the particulars of sale are included in the sale price.

The hot tube is not included in the sale.

Entry & Possession
Entry and vacant possession will be by mutual agreement and arrangement.

Services
Mains water and electric.
Heating is provided via a ground source heat pump.

Council Tax
H

EPC Rating
B

Local Authority
Fife Council

Offers
Offers should be submitted in Scottish Legal Form to the selling agents Rettie & Co at 28 Bell Street, St Andrews KY16 9UX.

Deposit
A deposit of 10% of the purchase price may be required. It will be paid within 7 days of the conclusion of Missives. The deposit will be non-returnable in the event of the Purchaser(s) failing to complete the sale for reasons not attributable to the Seller or his agents.

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 South LLP can be viewed on our website at www.rettie.co.uk as well as our affiliated websites at www.rightmove.co.uk zoopla.com, www.primelocation.com, www.s1homes.com and www.thelondonoffice.co.uk

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 South Llp, 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 mis-statement 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 South LLP 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: H
Tenure: Freehold

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