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About
St Christopher Cottage is a particularly charming, C Listed, detached property situated in a Conservation area in the heart of the picturesque village of Crail and benefits from off-street parking and a garage.
The property is conveniently placed for access to Crail's excellent local amenities, which include harbour, restaurants, school and golf facilities.
The scenic Fife Coastal Path and beach are within a short walking distance, whilst the historic town of St Andrews is located approximately within 10 miles.
The property may suit those seeking family accommodation, a second home or investment as it benefits from a short term holiday let licence.
The accommodation is formed over two levels comprising on the ground floor: Entrance vestibule, lounge, kitchen / diner, sitting room, double bedroom, bathroom, WC / cloaks and rear porch.
The lounge has a feature fireplace, attractive ceiling beams and has stairs to the first floor.
The modern kitchen / diner has built-in hob, oven and dishwasher, space for freestanding appliances and floor and wall mounted units with complementary work surfaces.
A doorway leads to the sitting room. The dual aspect sitting room overlooks the rear garden with partial views to the sea, has a feature fireplace and a built-in cupboard.
The double bedroom benefits from a built-in cupboard. The impressive modern bathroom consists of WC, wash hand basin, roll top bath and shower cubicle.
On the first floor, there are a further two double bedrooms. The property is tastefully decorated throughout and has retained traditional charm.
The property benefits from gas-fired central heating and single glazed sash & case and casement single windows.
Externally, a chipped driveway extends to the rear garden and to the detached garage, which offers light and power supply.
The rear garden has a seating area and lawn with various plants and shrubberies. Rollos highly recommend an early inspection to appreciate the accommodation and location on offer.
Lounge (5.60 x 5.72 (18'4" x 18'9")) Kitchen / Diner (5.30 x 5.72 (17'4" x 18'9")) Sitting Room (3.66 x 4.22 (12'0" x 13'10")) Bedroom (3.41 x 2.74 (11'2" x 8'11")) Bedroom (3.31 x 4.67 (10'10" x 15'3")) Bedroom (3.60 x 4.67 (11'9" x 15'3")) Bathroom (1.71 x 2.98 (5'7" x 9'9")) W.C.
(1.01 x 1.43 (3'3" x 4'8"))
Value & comps
Land Registry doesn’t cover Scotland or Northern Ireland, so previous sales may not be on record.
Returns
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Archie refurb estimate: a Pro feature
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