House For Sale £425,000
Charming category B-listed stone house with magnificent garden, loch frontage and planning permission to extend
• Delightful village house in a lovely setting
• Charming, upgraded accommodation over one level
• Beautiful garden running down to loch
• Approx. 972 sqft.
• Category B Listed, Conservation Area
• Planning permission in place to extend
Tenure - Freehold
Council Tax - Band E
EPC Rating - C
Property Details & Description
Accommodation -
Ground Floor: Hall, Open Plan Living Room / Dining Room, Kitchen, 2 Bedrooms, Shower Room
Exterior:
Stunning garden running down to Kilconquhar Loch
Situation
Beautiful Laigh Cottage stands on the loch side, in an idyllic picturesque setting right in the heart of the conservation village of Kilconquhar in Fife. There is a church and an acclaimed restaurant / pub in the village, with a wider offering of local services available in the nearby village of Elie including a chemist, shops, newsagent, delicatessen, cafés, pubs, restaurants and a popular sports club, together with a thriving primary school. The ancient and historic university town of St Andrews is a short drive to the northeast, renowned worldwide as the ‘Home of Golf’ and with a wonderful mix of facilities. To the north both Dundee and Perth are within comfortable driving distance and provide for all key city amenities, with Edinburgh less than 1 hour to the south. The quaint village of Kilconquhar stands in some glorious Fife countryside which is home to an array of wildlife and for the outdoor enthusiast offers access to a wide range of recreational pursuits including, walking, cycling, riding and golf. Both the Fife Coastal Path and the new Fife Pilgrim Way long distance walking trails pass nearby whilst the fishing villages of Fife’s quaint East Neuk, which include Anstruther, St Monans, Pittenweem and Crail, are just short drive away - and in terms of days out the wide-open spaces of the Lomond Hills and Falkland Estate are within reach. There are a number of popular National Trust for Scotland properties in the area including the beautiful Hill of Tarvit, Kellie Castle and Falkland Palace. There are good sandy beaches at St Andrews, Tentsmuir, Kingsbarns and Elie / Earlsferry. State schooling is provided locally, with a primary school in the village pf Elie and secondary schooling in Anstruther. In terms of private schooling there is St Leonards in St Andrews and The High School of Dundee. There is a railway station in Cupar as well as Leuchars, Markinch and Ladybank. Edinburgh airport is about 55 minutes to the south.
General Description
Constructed in the 1700’s and Category B listed, Laigh Cottage is an exquisite single-story house which has been beautifully upgraded by the current owners. With a striking, white-painted stone façade under a traditional red pantile roof, the house offers attractively presented and deceptively spacious accommodation of a high standard. At the heart of the house is the fantastic bright open plan living room / dining room with cosy stove and split pane glazed doors out the garden. The well-appointed modern kitchen also has glazed doors out to the garden, with two well-proportioned bedrooms, shower room and hall completing the accommodation. The house has mains gas central heating.
Planning Permission
There is planning permission and listed building consent in place to extend the house significantly – full details are available on the Fife Council online planning portal:
18/00638/FULL | Alterations and extension to dwellinghouse including installation of replacement windows | Laigh Cottage 26 Main Street Kilconquhar Leven Fife KY9 1LQ
Garden
The beautiful garden at Laigh Cottage is spectacular and extensive, incorporating a wonderful mix of mature plants, trees and shrubs along with a sweeping lawn that runs down to the loch. There is a sheltered paved terrace immediately to the rear of the house, with further seating areas further down the garden looking out over Kilconquhar Loch.
General Remarks & Information
Viewing
Viewing is strictly by appointment with the selling agents Rettie & Co, 28 Bell Street, St Andrews KY16 9UX. [use Contact Agent Button].
Satellite Navigation
The property’s postcode is KY9 1LQ.
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 gas, water, drainage and electricity.
Listing / Conservation Area
Category B listed with Historic Scotland.
The property also stands in a Conservation Area.
Local Authority
Fife Council
EPC Rating
Band C
Council Tax
Band E
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.
Photos May 2023.
Websites and Social Media
This property and other properties offered by Rettie & Co can be viewed on our website at as well as our affiliated websites at www.( ... ).co.uk, and . In addition, our social media platforms are facebook.com, RettieTownandCountry, twitter.com, Rettie and Co, 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.
EPC Rating: C
Council Tax Band: E
• Delightful village house in a lovely setting
• Charming, upgraded accommodation over one level
• Beautiful garden running down to loch
• Approx. 972 sqft.
• Category B Listed, Conservation Area
• Planning permission in place to extend
Tenure - Freehold
Council Tax - Band E
EPC Rating - C
Property Details & Description
Accommodation -
Ground Floor: Hall, Open Plan Living Room / Dining Room, Kitchen, 2 Bedrooms, Shower Room
Exterior:
Stunning garden running down to Kilconquhar Loch
Situation
Beautiful Laigh Cottage stands on the loch side, in an idyllic picturesque setting right in the heart of the conservation village of Kilconquhar in Fife. There is a church and an acclaimed restaurant / pub in the village, with a wider offering of local services available in the nearby village of Elie including a chemist, shops, newsagent, delicatessen, cafés, pubs, restaurants and a popular sports club, together with a thriving primary school. The ancient and historic university town of St Andrews is a short drive to the northeast, renowned worldwide as the ‘Home of Golf’ and with a wonderful mix of facilities. To the north both Dundee and Perth are within comfortable driving distance and provide for all key city amenities, with Edinburgh less than 1 hour to the south. The quaint village of Kilconquhar stands in some glorious Fife countryside which is home to an array of wildlife and for the outdoor enthusiast offers access to a wide range of recreational pursuits including, walking, cycling, riding and golf. Both the Fife Coastal Path and the new Fife Pilgrim Way long distance walking trails pass nearby whilst the fishing villages of Fife’s quaint East Neuk, which include Anstruther, St Monans, Pittenweem and Crail, are just short drive away - and in terms of days out the wide-open spaces of the Lomond Hills and Falkland Estate are within reach. There are a number of popular National Trust for Scotland properties in the area including the beautiful Hill of Tarvit, Kellie Castle and Falkland Palace. There are good sandy beaches at St Andrews, Tentsmuir, Kingsbarns and Elie / Earlsferry. State schooling is provided locally, with a primary school in the village pf Elie and secondary schooling in Anstruther. In terms of private schooling there is St Leonards in St Andrews and The High School of Dundee. There is a railway station in Cupar as well as Leuchars, Markinch and Ladybank. Edinburgh airport is about 55 minutes to the south.
General Description
Constructed in the 1700’s and Category B listed, Laigh Cottage is an exquisite single-story house which has been beautifully upgraded by the current owners. With a striking, white-painted stone façade under a traditional red pantile roof, the house offers attractively presented and deceptively spacious accommodation of a high standard. At the heart of the house is the fantastic bright open plan living room / dining room with cosy stove and split pane glazed doors out the garden. The well-appointed modern kitchen also has glazed doors out to the garden, with two well-proportioned bedrooms, shower room and hall completing the accommodation. The house has mains gas central heating.
Planning Permission
There is planning permission and listed building consent in place to extend the house significantly – full details are available on the Fife Council online planning portal:
18/00638/FULL | Alterations and extension to dwellinghouse including installation of replacement windows | Laigh Cottage 26 Main Street Kilconquhar Leven Fife KY9 1LQ
Garden
The beautiful garden at Laigh Cottage is spectacular and extensive, incorporating a wonderful mix of mature plants, trees and shrubs along with a sweeping lawn that runs down to the loch. There is a sheltered paved terrace immediately to the rear of the house, with further seating areas further down the garden looking out over Kilconquhar Loch.
General Remarks & Information
Viewing
Viewing is strictly by appointment with the selling agents Rettie & Co, 28 Bell Street, St Andrews KY16 9UX. [use Contact Agent Button].
Satellite Navigation
The property’s postcode is KY9 1LQ.
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 gas, water, drainage and electricity.
Listing / Conservation Area
Category B listed with Historic Scotland.
The property also stands in a Conservation Area.
Local Authority
Fife Council
EPC Rating
Band C
Council Tax
Band E
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.
Photos May 2023.
Websites and Social Media
This property and other properties offered by Rettie & Co can be viewed on our website at as well as our affiliated websites at www.( ... ).co.uk, and . In addition, our social media platforms are facebook.com, RettieTownandCountry, twitter.com, Rettie and Co, 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.
EPC Rating: C
Council Tax Band: E
