Baird Place, Elie, Leven, Fife

The Creel is a beautifully presented two-bedroom detached bungalow, tucked away within a peaceful cul-de-sac in the heart of Elie. Just moments from the village's renowned sandy beach, harbour and High Street amenities, this charming coastal home offers an exceptional opportunity as a permanent residence, holiday home or investment property. Currently operating as a successful holiday let, the property benefits from a Short Term Let Licence valid until April 2027.

Recently updated throughout, the accommodation is bright, welcoming and ideally suited to modern coastal living. A central hallway provides access to all principal rooms, with the spacious lounge enjoying excellent natural light and ample space for both relaxing and entertaining. The adjoining dining area and contemporary fitted kitchen create a sociable heart to the home, with quality cabinetry, excellent storage and direct access to the garden.

Both bedrooms are generously proportioned doubles, each benefiting from fitted wardrobes, providing excellent storage. A well-appointed bathroom, separate WC and utility room further enhance the functionality of the home, making it equally well suited to permanent residence, a holiday retreat, or a rental investment.

Externally, the fully enclosed south-facing rear garden is a particular highlight, enjoying a private and sheltered setting and benefiting from a wonderfully sunny aspect, making it a true suntrap. Beautifully maintained, it features an attractive lawn, colourful planted borders and a generous patio area, ideal for al fresco dining and outdoor entertaining. To the front, there is off-street parking and mature planting, completing this appealing coastal property.

Occupying a highly sought-after location close to Elie Beach and surrounded by some of Scotland's finest golf courses, The Creel combines lifestyle appeal with excellent holiday letting credentials.

EPC Rating - C
Council Tax Band - E
Tenure - Freehold

Summary of Accommodation
• Entrance hall
• Lounge
• Dining area
• Modern fitted kitchen
• Utility room
• Two double bedrooms, each benefiting from fitted wardrobes
• Bathroom
• Separate WC

Outside:
• Enclosed south-facing rear garden
• Patio terrace
• Lawn and established planting
• Garden shed
• Off-street parking

Additional Features:
• Short Term Let Licence (expiry 22/04/2027)
• Successful holiday let operation

Location
Elie is one of Scotland's most sought-after coastal villages, nestled within the picturesque East Neuk of Fife and renowned for its stunning sandy beach, charming harbour and relaxed seaside atmosphere. Combining a vibrant community with excellent local amenities, the village has long been a popular destination for both permanent residents and holiday home owners.

The Creel enjoys a particularly convenient position, just a short stroll from the beach, waterfront and High Street. Elie offers a variety of independent shops, cafés, restaurants and leisure facilities, together with a popular sailing club, tennis courts and golf course. The village is also well known for its watersports, coastal walks and access to the Fife Coastal Path.

Golf enthusiasts are exceptionally well catered for, with Elie Golf Club on the doorstep and an array of championship courses nearby, including Lundin Links, Crail, Kingsbarns and the world-famous links at St Andrews, approximately 12 miles away. St Andrews also provides a comprehensive range of cultural, educational and leisure amenities, including the internationally renowned University of St Andrews.

The surrounding East Neuk villages, with their historic harbours and excellent dining establishments, add further appeal, while road and rail connections from nearby Leven and Markinch provide convenient access to Edinburgh, Dundee and beyond.

Offering an enviable coastal lifestyle and strong holiday letting potential, The Creel represents a rare opportunity to acquire a delightful home in one of Fife's most desirable seaside locations.

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:
Main Gas, water, electricity and drainage
Broadband, telephone (subject to telephone providers’ regulations)
Photovoltaic panels supplying electricity back to the National Grid

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:
C

Postcode:
KY9 1EH

Tenure:
Freehold

Particulars Prepared:
16th July 2026

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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.

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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.

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EPC Rating: C
Council Tax Band: E