High Street, Elie, Leven, Fife, KY9

Attractive family house in the centre of Elie, ideally situated close to Elie Beach.

Description

49 High Street is entered directly from the pavement into a small vestibule between the exterior double doors and inner doors, leading into a central hallway.

To the left is the sitting room - a bright and generously proportioned space featuring a central fireplace, large bay windows overlooking the High Street, and built in shelving in one corner. A second door connects the sitting room at the back of the house to the hallway.

To the right of the hallway sits the dining room. Similar in size and character to the sitting room, it also enjoys bay windows to the front, filling the room with natural light.
Towards the rear of the property, the hallway leads to the kitchen, positioned behind the sitting room. This is a well designed and practical space, fitted with ample storage, a Belling range cooker, breakfast bar, and larder cupboard. Just off the kitchen is the back door and a well placed cloakroom and WC.

Opposite the front door is the staircase. Mid-landing, is the spacious family bathroom. The upper landing provides access to three bedrooms. Bedroom 1 sits above the sitting room and benefits from large front facing windows and an en suite shower room. Bedrooms 2 and 3 are both comfortable doubles, with Bedroom 2 overlooking the High Street and Bedroom 3 enjoying views to the rear.

Externally, 49 High Street has a private garden situated behind the property. A path leads to the garden which is paved and secluded with fencing and a garden shed ideal for storage. The property also benefits from a right of access via the shared vennel adjacent to the house, allowing access to the garden without passing through the house. Please view the sale plan for reference.

Location

49 High Street is ideally situated in the vibrant heart of Elie, offering easy access to a variety of local shops and amenities. Within a short walk of about 0.3 miles, you’ll find Elie Beach, renowned for its golden sands and scenic beauty as well as the famous Ship Inn, a beloved local pub known for its welcoming atmosphere and delicious food. The gates to Elie House are along the High Street to the east, with the Elie Estate offering lovely opportunities for countryside walks.

Elie boasts one of the finest sandy beaches in Scotland. Sailing and other water sports are available at Elie Harbour and there are two golf courses, one the acclaimed 18-hole course and a short 9-hole course suitable for beginners. There are also golf practice facilities, several hard tennis courts, two padel courts and a bowling green. Elie Sports Club offers group and individual coaching in golf and tennis during school holidays. The village is well served with pubs and cafés and the nearby Peat Inn is one of Scotland’s most acclaimed restaurants.

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. Dumbarnie and Charleton golf courses are also very close by.

Edinburgh is around 42 miles away accessed by road, or from the nearest train stations at Markinch 14 miles, and Levenmouth 9 miles and Leuchars which is 16 miles.

All distances are approximate.

Square Footage: 1,253 sq ft



Additional Info

Services – Mains water, electricity, gas and drainage

Local Authority & tax band – Fife Council, Tax Band E

Fixtures & Fittings - All fitted carpets, curtains, blinds, light fittings and integrated white goods are included in the sale.

Conservation and Listing - 49 High Street sits within Elie and Earlsferry Conservation Area.

Viewings - Strictly by appointment with Savills - .

Offers -Offers, in Scottish legal form, must be submitted by your solicitor to the Selling Agents. It is intended to set a closing date but the seller reserves the right to negotiate a sale with a single party. All genuinely interested parties are advised to instruct their solicitor to note their interest with the Selling Agents immediately after inspection.

Deposit - A deposit of 10% of the purchase price may be required. It will be paid within 7 days of the conclusion of Missives. The deposit will be non-returnable in the event of the Purchaser(s) failing to complete the sale for reasons not attributable to the Seller or his agents.

Photographs: March 2026

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Any areas, measurements or distances are approximate. The text, photographs and plans are for guidance only and are not necessarily comprehensive. It should not be assumed that the property has all necessary planning, building regulation or other consents and Savills have not tested any services, equipment or facilities. Purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise.