East View, 2 Helen Lane, North Queensferry, Inverkeithing, KY11

Detached modern home with outstanding views across the Firth of Forth.

Description

East View is a striking house with superb views across the Firth of Forth. The property was built in 1980 and was extended by the current owners in 2013. The accommodation is arranged over two floors. The house sits on a fantastic waterside plot with views from almost every room and is accessed via a paved parking area with space for four cars at the front of the house.

Through the front door, the hall gives access to the office, a family room (which could also be used as a bedroom) and through to the sitting/dining room and the kitchen. These rooms are arguably the most impressive and they enjoy spectacular views. The sitting room has a log burner and ample space for a large dining table. From here, the generously-sized kitchen has an island and full-height glazed patio doors running the entire length of the room, giving access out to the front garden and taking full advantage of the stunning outlook. Appliances include two Framtid ovens, microwave oven and induction hob. There is also a hidden utility room just off the kitchen with a sink, storage and access to the garage. The garden room is within the newer part of the house and gives access to the side garden which has an outdoor wood-fired pizza oven and lean-to with outside bar, making it a perfect space for entertaining. There is also a WC and a store on the ground floor.

On the first floor, the principal bedroom again has incredible views to the south and its own balcony. A sliding mirror reveals the dressing room and luxurious en suite bathroom complete with jacuzzi bath and steam shower. There are two further en suite bedrooms on this level, both with built in storage.

Outside, there is off street parking at the front of the house and a large garden looking down the Firth of Forth. An area of beach directly in front of East View is owned outright by the property. There is also a small harbour by the house with private moorings available.

Location

East View sits in an outstanding setting in the coastal village of North Queensferry with superb views across the Firth of Forth. The house is extremely convenient for commuting, with excellent links to Edinburgh, Dunfermline, Perth and Glasgow.

North Queensferry railway station is about 500 metres from the front door. The station has free parking and is on the Edinburgh and Fife Circle Line, with easy commutes to Edinburgh Haymarket, Edinburgh Waverley, South Gyle and Edinburgh Gateway from which there is a tram to the airport. Mainline connections are available at nearby Inverkeithing, and there are Park and Ride facilities at both Inverkeithing and Ferrytoll. Edinburgh International Airport is within about 12 miles and the Central Belt motorway network is within easy reach.

North Queensferry is a peaceful village offering a range of amenities which include a primary school, nursery, convenience store, several hotels and restaurants including The Wee Restaurant (Michelin recommended), and the popular Deep Sea World. Cafes include Rankin's which is located on the main street and the Hilton Hotel is great for drinks and a nice meal. Nearby Dunfermline and Inverkeithing provide secondary schooling and a wide range of retail, business and leisure facilities. There is a school bus service from North Queensferry to Mary Erskine and Stewart’s Melville schools in Edinburgh.

The Fife Coastal Path nearby is ideal for walkers and runners. The North Queensferry Boat Club is a haven for the sailing set and golfers are also well catered for with a number of golf courses in the surrounding area, the nearest being at Aberdour and Pitreavie. There is also a small harbour by the house with private moorings available.

Square Footage: 3,255 sq ft



Directions

From Edinburgh travel north on the A90 over the Forth Road Bridge. Take the first exit left, following the signs for Inverkeithing, and then take the first exit at the roundabout. Take the next left onto the B981. Follow the road under the M90 into North Queensferry. Turn left off the main street onto Old Kirk Road then left onto Helen Lane and East View is the last house on the right.

Additional Info

Viewings - Strictly by appointment with Savills – .

Services - Mains water, electricity, gas and drainage. Gas-fired central heating

Local Authority & tax band - Fife Council tax band F

Fixtures & Fittings - Fitted carpets, curtains, integrated goods and light fittings are included in the sale. The outside bar, pizza oven and fitted bespoke bed are to be included. Any other items may be available by separate negotiation.

Notes: There is a verbal agreement in place for the lease of the land hatched blue on the sale plan (£85pa).
The area hatched orange is not owned by East View and is not included in the sale. Please speak to the selling agent for further details.
There is a pedestrian right of way that runs on the other side of the garden fence, between the house and the shore. The beach directly in front of the house is owned by East View.
Planning permission approved for a second garage or workshop. Full details on Fife council planning portal. Ref: 17/01355/FULL