South Street, St. Andrews, Fife, KY16

Unique historic cottage tucked away in a quiet close, right in the centre of St Andrews

Description

The Burgher Kirk has an interesting history and dates back to the early 1700s when it was built as a barn and stable. In the mid 1700s the building was used as a church by the Burgher Kirk congregation before a larger premises was found in 1774. In the 1950s the St Andrews Preservation Trust converted the property into a residential dwelling which combines period character and a contemporary interior finish, situated in a prime position in central St Andrews.

The exterior of the house features original stone walls with an ochre limewash, and a pantile roof with a crow stepped gable on the southern elevation. There is plenty of natural light which enters the house through the sash and case windows placed at different heights on both the north and south elevations. The property features a private, south-facing cobbled courtyard, ideal for relaxing or entertaining.

As you enter The Burgher Kirk, a small entrance hallway leads to the sitting room and shower room, with a staircase directly ahead. The sitting room is bright and airy, enhanced by a skylight, six windows on the west and east elevations and an impressive double-height ceiling. The space is centred around a tiled fireplace on the gable wall with steps leading down to the contemporary kitchen/diner featuring integrated appliances including a dishwasher, fridge with freezer, and electric induction hob. Adjacent to the kitchen is an under stairs store and pantry, complete with shelving and plumbing for a washing machine. The modern shower room is fitted with a walk-in shower, WC, and wash basin with vanity unit.

On the first floor is a tranquil bedroom, offering ample space for a double bed and featuring built-in storage, dual-aspect windows and a roof light that fills the room with natural light. Off the bedroom and accessed via a step ladder is the attic space, which could potentially be altered to create additional accommodation, subject to building regulations and council approvals.

Outside, a charming and secluded cobbled terrace provides ample space for a table and chairs, alongside a raised decking area perfectly positioned to soak up the afternoon sun. A path loops around the rear of The Burgher Kirk to Alison’s Close, which also leads out to South Street.

Location

The Burgher Kirk sits just off South Street in the heart of St Andrews. The property lies amongst the main university buildings, as well as the bars, restaurants and entertainment venues offered by this picturesque coastal town.

St Andrews is very well known for its university which is one of the oldest in Britain, founded in 1410. The current student population is approximately 7,500 and the university has consistently been ranked among the top five in the UK. The historic town has an excellent range of shops, hotels, restaurants and recreational and cultural facilities which includes a cinema and the Byre Theatre.

Access by rail, road and air is good. Leuchars railway station (5.5 miles) is on the main Aberdeen to London line and provides a fast link to Dundee and Edinburgh and a sleeper service to London. Dundee Airport offers flights to London Stansted. Edinburgh Airport, with its increasingly wide range of domestic and international flights, is only 50 miles. There is a dual carriageway and motorway connection to Edinburgh from Kirkcaldy (20 miles). St Andrews is renowned worldwide as the ‘Home of Golf’. There are now eight golf courses under the management of the St Andrews Links Trust, including the world famous Old Course, host to the 2027 Open Championship. There are many other golf courses in the area including the new courses at St Andrews Bay and Kingsbarns, while the courses at Elie, Crail, Leven and Lundin Links are all within easy reach.

Square Footage: 524 sq ft



Directions

Entering St Andrews on the A91 turn right off the second roundabout onto City Road (A915) and continue over the next roundabout, then turn left through the arch into South Street. Imrie’s Close is located about 100 yards up on the right hand side.

Additional Info

Viewings: Strictly by appointment with Savills - .

Services: Mains water, gas, electricity and drainage.

Local Authority & tax band: The Burgher Kirk is currently commercially rated.

Conservation Area and Listing: The Burgher Kirk is category B listed and is also within the St Andrews Conservation Area.

Fixtures & Fittings: Standard fixtures and fittings are included in the sale. Furniture may be available by separate negotiation.


Solicitors: Karin Bousie, Thorntons, Nethergate, Dundee DD1 4ER. Email: Tel: .

Photos Taken: February 2026

Servitude rights, burdens and 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 referred to in the General Remarks and Stipulations or not. The Purchaser(s) will be held to have satisfied himself as to the nature of all such servitude rights and others.

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.

IMPORTANT NOTICE

Savills, their clients and any joint agents give notice that:

1. They are not authorised to make or give any representations or warranties in relation to the property either here or elsewhere, either on their own behalf or on behalf of their client or otherwise. They assume no responsibility for any statement that may be made in these particulars. These particulars do not form part of any offer or contract and must not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact.
2. 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.