3 bed Flat For Sale £460,000
Modernised first floor apartment in the heart of Elie
Description
4 Bank Street is an extremely attractive first and loft apartment which was substantially upgraded by the current owners in 2015/16. The apartment has its own main door entrance which opens up into a beautifully decorated front hall. At the end of this is an understairs utility area which houses the washing machine and offers excellent storage. A lovely, traditional wooden staircase with wrought-iron balustrades curves up to the first floor above. The open plan kitchen / dining / sitting room is magnificent, and full of natural light thanks to its five windows. A central island acts as a dining table and separates the sitting area from the kitchen. The kitchen is fitted with units and integrated appliances including an electric oven and hob, dishwasher and microwave.
There are three bedrooms on the first floor, one of which benefits from its own en suite shower room. The family bathroom sits off the landing and has a bath with overhead shower, wash hand basin and WC. From the main open-plan room, a floating staircase with glass balustrade leads up to the generous L-shaped loft store room with coombed ceilings. A small, partially glazed set of double doors opens onto the rooftop with timber decking, from which the views over Elie and across the Firth of Forth are superb.
Location
4 Bank Street sits in the heart of Elie, about 100 metres from the shore where the long, deep sandy beach is one of the finest in Scotland. Situated in a prominent position, the property has lovely views and easy access to the village’s amenities, most notably The Ship Inn.
Elie is well known for its water sports, including sailing, paddle-boarding and windsurfing, all of which take place in the sheltered bay, while on land there are two golf courses, one the acclaimed 18-hole course and a short 9-hole course suitable for beginners. Several hard tennis courts and a bowling green are also available within the village. Elie Sports Club offers group and individual coaching in golf and tennis during school holidays. Elie is well served by pubs and cafés which include the renowned Ship Inn. Elie is in the East Neuk of Fife, famed for its picturesque fishing villages and unspoilt beaches. St Andrews, the home of golf and the setting for one of Britain’s oldest universities, is only 13 miles away. There are traditional links golf courses at nearby Crail, Leven and Lundin Links and new courses at Kingsbarns and St Andrews Bay. Edinburgh is around 45 miles away accessed by road, or from the nearest train station at Leuchars which is 16 miles to the north of Elie. The proposed Levenmouth rail link at Leven is due to open in 2024.
All distances are approximate.
Square Footage: 1,282 sq ft
Additional Info
Services
Mains water, electricity, gas and drainage. Electric underfloor heating throughout ground and first floor. Radiators on the attic floor. Hot water provided by immersion heater.
Local Authority & tax band
Fife Council. The property is classified as a self-catering unit and is therefore subject to non-domestic rates (£4,250 per annum). Owners exempt due to small business rate relief.
Conservation Area and Listing
4 Bank Street is within Elie and Earlsferry Conservation Area and is Category C Listed.
Fixtures & Fittings
All fitted carpets, curtains, blinds, light fittings and integrated white goods are included in the sale. The furniture can be available by separate negotiation.
Short Term Rental Business
The property has been run as a short term rental business by the current owners generating an average turnover of circa £35,000 per annum. Further details can be provided on request. Their website is .
