THE OLD STATION HOUSE,
51 CHARLES STREET, PITTENWEEM
Breathtaking former Station Master’s cottage on the
edge of Pittenweem
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Beautifully renovated and energy-efficient four-bedroom cottage
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Stunning interior design exuding high-spec modern luxury and comfort
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Highly sought-after East Neuk setting
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A unique and rarely available property
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Expansive rear garden
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Close to St Andrews and the Fife Coast
4 BEDROOMS
2 PUBLIC ROOMS
2 BATH/SHOWER
1,849 SQFT
172 SQM
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Property Details & Description
Accommodation
Ground Floor:
Entrance hallway, dining kitchen, utility, living room, four double bedrooms (one with en-suite bathroom), family bathroom.
Exterior:
Rear garden extending to a third of an acre with an alfresco dining area and lawn. Also features a useful shed.
Sizeable gravel driveway.
Situation
The Old Station House enjoys a wonderful position on the edge of Pittenweem. The property is only a short walk from this charming fishing village and its array of amenities that include a bakery, chemist, doctor’s surgery, post office, hairdressers, and grocery stores. In addition, there are bustling cafès, pubs, and restaurants to discover including the Clock Tower Café, the Dory Bistro and Gallery, and the West End Bar. Art galleries, boutiques, and gift shops sit side by side giving you the chance to peruse prints, ceramics, paintings and more. Nearby Anstruther has an expansive Co-op Food along with an award-winning fish and chip shop. Primary school education is catered for and there is a high school in Anstruther. Further options for retail, dining, and leisure are available in the historic town of St Andrews, just under eleven miles away. Renowned as the “home of golf” it is also home to the internationally recognised University of St Andrews. Pittenweem is within easy reach of neighbouring scenic fishing villages including Anstruther, St Monans, and Crail. Dundee to the north is a forty-minute drive and Edinburgh is approx. 80 minutes by car or an hour by train from Leuchars.
Centred around a working harbour embraced by several historic houses restored by The National Trust of Scotland, Pittenweem is a small and pretty fishing village in the East Neuk of Fife. Home to the renowned Pittenweem Arts Festival held every August that attracts visitors from across the UK and showcases local and visiting artists, there is much to do in the village and beyond. The Fife Coastal Path offers wonderful opportunities to explore this breathtaking part of the country either on foot or by bike with nearby villages including Anstruther and St Monans. The beautiful coastline means there are a wide variety of outdoor attractions for all ages to enjoy such as paddle boarding, wild swimming, and sailing or taking a dip in the tidal pool. Keen golf enthusiasts will be in their element with The Crail Golfing Society only a fifteen-minute drive. The 7th oldest club in the world, it is home to two courses, the Balcomie Links and Craighead Links, both of which offer stunning views of the Forth and Tay Estuaries. Other local clubs to discover include those at Lundin Links and Kingsbarns and of course the world-famous Old Course at St Andrews. Interesting buildings to visit in the village include Kellie Lodge, a late 16th century townhouse that was once the residence of the earls of Kellie, the parish church, and the ruins of the 12th century Augustinian priory. St Fillan’s Cave is now a shrine to the saint and can be found beneath the priory. Balcaskie House and Kellie Castle are also well worth a visit. There are several attractive sandy beaches nearby including those at Elie and Earlsferry that are particularly popular in the height of summer. State schooling is provided locally at the primary level with high school provision in Anstruther. Private options are available at St Leonards in St Andrews and at The High School of Dundee. An efficient bus service connects Pittenweem to towns throughout Fife, and there are railway stations at Leuchars, Ladybank, Kirkcaldy and Markinch. Edinburgh International Airport is approximately one hour and twenty minutes away.
General Description
This former Station Master’s cottage has undergone a stunning renovation, transforming it into a contemporary family home characterised by luxurious fixtures and fittings, a stylish interior design and abundant natural light. As you enter the inviting hallway you are struck by a warm ambience that is enhanced by the serene wall finishes and Moduleo white oak flooring. Moving to the south-facing living room, you find a space which epitomises comfort and relaxation thanks to a soft colour palette, plush carpeting, and wall-hung living flame fireplace. Directly opposite lies the spectacular corner dining kitchen with sliding doors opening to the garden creating a seamless indoor-outdoor flow. Contemporary in design and flooded with natural light, the tailor-made one-wall layout and focal kitchen island/breakfast bar of the German Hӓcker kitchen achieves the perfect balance between functionality, quality, and style. Silestone worktops complement handleless cabinetry finished in tasteful white and natural hues, whilst there is a full suite of integrated high-spec Siemens appliances that include two steam and microwave combi ovens, a dishwasher, and microwave alongside a Quooker Cube hot tap with filtered cold and sparkling water, and a Fisher and Paykel American fridge/freezer. Enjoy formal or informal dining with a wonderful garden outlook as well as a cosy snug/family living area. An adjacent utility offers further storage and garden access. The sumptuous principal double bedroom, boasting a corner position with a dual aspect over the garden is styled with attractive muted tones and luxurious carpeting. This restful retreat features a luxurious spa-like en-suite bathroom adorned with Villeroy and Boch sanitaryware. It includes an illuminated freestanding oval bath, a wall-hung hidden cistern WC, a rectangular washbasin resting on a custom silestone vanity, and a rainfall shower enclosure. Presented in crisp whites with a striking contrast of black fittings and marble-effect tiling, it is a genuinely indulgent escape. Three remaining double bedrooms, two of which are south-facing, continue the tasteful decor of the property and each share access to a stunning design-led bathroom that in its monochrome design and high-end finishes mirrors that of the principal. Energy efficient all year round, the property features aluminium double-glazed windows and fully fitted blinds. Powered by a Mitsubishi air source heat pump, there is consistent warmth with underfloor heating throughout. A state-of-the-art mechanical ventilation heat recovery system delivers fresh filtered air to every room enhancing the feeling of comfort and sustainability.
Exterior
The house is nestled in tranquil gardens extending to one-third of an acre and enjoying wonderful uninterrupted views over the surrounding countryside. Ideal for family life and entertaining it comprises a sweeping lawn, and an alfresco dining area complete with sandstone tiles. There is a sizeable gravel driveway to the front.
Floorplan
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.
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. Air source heat pump.
Local Authority
Fife Council
EPC Rating
Band C
Council Tax
Band C
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.
The photographs in this brochure date from February 2024
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.
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