Gardeners Cottage, 1 Balbirnie Craft Centre, Markinch, Glenrothes

Gardeners Cottage is a wonderfully characterful nineteenth-century B-listed stone cottage, tucked away within the historic Balbirnie Estate and surrounded by some of Fife's most beautiful woodland and parkland scenery. Occupying a private and tranquil setting, the property combines period charm, generous living space and delightful gardens, whilst benefitting from a substantial workshop and versatile ancillary accommodation.

The accommodation is entered via a welcoming hallway and immediately showcases the cottage's abundance of character. The elegant lounge is centred around a feature fireplace and enjoys a lovely bay window overlooking the front garden, allowing natural light to flood the room and creating a warm and inviting atmosphere.

The dining room provides an excellent space for entertaining and flows openly into the kitchen, which is centred around a traditional gas-fired Aga and forms a sociable heart to the home. A staircase leads down from this area to a utility room, currently used as an artist's studio, alongside additional storage accommodation. A family bathroom completes the ground floor.

Upstairs, a spacious landing provides access to three distinctive bedrooms, each possessing its own individual character. Bedroom one benefits from two substantial walk-in wardrobes, while the second double bedroom features an attractive fireplace, a charming radial window and additional Velux rooflight, creating a particularly unique and appealing space. A third bedroom enjoys further natural light from a Velux window. The first floor is served by a shower room, notable for its curved walls and unusual architectural detailing.

Externally, Gardeners Cottage enjoys a private courtyard with a substantial workshop, offering excellent storage, hobby space or potential for a variety of uses. To the front, a delightful garden wraps around the property, featuring mature trees, established shrubs, colourful planting and a beautiful pond, creating an enchanting and peaceful setting. The mature landscape provides privacy, seclusion and an ever-changing backdrop throughout the seasons.

EPC Rating - F
Council Band - E
Tenure - Freehold

Summary of Accommodation
• Entrance hall
• Lounge with bay window and fireplace
• Dining room open to kitchen
• Kitchen with gas-fired Aga
• Utility room / artist's studio
• Store room
• Ground floor bathroom

First Floor:
• Bedroom one with two walk-in wardrobes
• Double bedroom with fireplace, circular window and Velux rooflight
• Third bedroom
• Shower room

Outside:
• Private courtyard
• Large workshop
• Front garden with pond
• Mature trees and shrubs
• Private and secluded setting

Location
Gardeners Cottage enjoys an enviable setting within the historic Balbirnie Estate, one of Fife's most attractive and established country estates. Surrounded by mature woodland, parkland and beautifully landscaped grounds, the property offers a rare opportunity to enjoy a peaceful rural lifestyle whilst remaining conveniently located for everyday amenities. The prestigious Balbirnie Estate is home to the highly regarded four-star Balbirnie House Hotel, renowned for its excellent restaurant and leisure facilities. Complementing this exceptional setting, the estate offers picturesque woodland walks, beautiful parkland and a well-regarded golf course, providing superb opportunities for recreation and relaxation right on the doorstep.

The nearby village of Markinch provides a range of local services including shops, cafés, schooling and leisure facilities, whilst Glenrothes offers a more extensive selection of retail, recreational and professional amenities.

The location is particularly well connected, with Markinch railway station offering regular direct services to Edinburgh, Dundee, Perth and Aberdeen, making it highly attractive for commuters. The surrounding road network provides straightforward access throughout Fife and beyond.

The picturesque fishing villages of the East Neuk, the historic university town of St Andrews and the beautiful Fife coastline are all within easy reach, further enhancing the outstanding lifestyle appeal of this unique property.

Combining historic charm, versatile accommodation and magical gardens within a sought-after estate setting, Gardeners Cottage represents a truly special home in the heart of Fife.

General Remarks & Information

Fixtures and Fittings:
Only appliances specifically mentioned in the sales particulars are included in the sale price. In all other aspects the treatment of fixtures and fittings within the relevant Conveyancing Standard Clauses apply.

Services:
Gas heating, mains water, electricity, broadband, telephone (subject to telephone providers’ regulations).

Viewing:
By appointment through Rettie St Andrews. 28 Bell Street, St Andrews, KY16 9UX. Email: Tel:

Offers:
Offers should be submitted in Scottish Legal Form to the selling agents Rettie & Co. A closing date by which offers must be submitted may be fixed later. Please note that interested parties are advised to register their interest with the selling agents in order that they may be advised should a closing date be set. The seller reserves the right to accept any offer at any time.

Council Tax Band:
E

EPC Rating:
F

Postcode:
KY7 6NR

Tenure:
Freehold

Particulars Prepared:
13th July 2023

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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.

Important Notice

Connected Persons
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Misrepresentations
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The Purchaser(s) shall be deemed to acknowledge that they have not entered into contract in reliance on the said statements, that they are satisfied themselves 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.

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.


EPC Rating: F
Council Tax Band: E