Loanhead Cottage, Blebocraigs, Cupar

Dating from around 1800, Loanhead Cottage is a truly enchanting country home, beautifully blending historic character with thoughtfully modernised accommodation. Occupying a picturesque position within the charming hamlet of Blebocraigs, just beyond Strathkinness and a short drive from St Andrews, the property enjoys a peaceful rural setting surrounded by open countryside and mature gardens. The charming stone-built cottage enjoys immense kerb appeal and a wonderful setting within beautifully landscaped grounds. The location and surrounding countryside can be appreciated from the elevated setting of the property.

The accommodation is both flexible and deceptively spacious, arranged around a welcoming vestibule which leads into a superb country-style kitchen. Thoughtfully designed as the heart of the home, the kitchen combines bespoke cabinetry, generous workspace and space for informal dining, creating a warm and sociable environment. A separate study, flooded with natural light from two Velux windows, provides an ideal space for home working and benefits from useful built-in storage.

The character-filled lounge is centred around a wood-burning stove and enjoys direct access to the courtyard through two sets of French doors. Exposed stonework and a striking cast-iron spiral staircase create a unique focal point, while the generous proportions make this an inviting space for both relaxing and entertaining.

Leading from the kitchen, the spacious dining room features a second wood-burning stove and enjoys a wonderful atmosphere for formal dining and family gatherings. Beyond lies a separate hall providing access to a ground floor bedroom, a comfortable sitting room with direct garden access, a family bathroom and a separate shower room. A staircase from this wing leads to an upper bedroom enjoying dual-aspect views over the surrounding countryside.

The first-floor accommodation accessed via the spiral staircase comprises a bright landing leading to a delightful double bedroom with French doors opening onto a private terrace. A family bathroom serves this level, whilst the principal bedroom is particularly impressive, featuring excellent storage, a charming bay window framing beautiful countryside views, a Velux rooflight and access to a separate dressing area. Beyond lies a stylish en-suite shower room, creating a wonderful private retreat.

Throughout the property, traditional features including exposed stonework, wood-burning stoves and cottage detailing sit comfortably alongside contemporary finishes and modern bathrooms, creating a home of considerable warmth and character.

The gardens are a particular highlight and have been beautifully maintained to create a tranquil and private outdoor environment. Extensive lawns, mature trees, colourful planting and carefully landscaped borders provide year-round interest, while a substantial courtyard terrace offers an exceptional space for outdoor entertaining. A charming summer house overlooks the grounds and surrounding countryside. In addition, a separate area of land situated opposite the house has been thoughtfully transformed by the current owner into a flourishing orchard, creating a wonderful extension of the gardens and enhancing the property's rural appeal. A detached double garage and workshop provide excellent storage and practical working space.

EPC Rating - D
Countil Tax Band - F
Tenure - Freehold

Summary of Accommodation

Ground Floor
• Entrance vestibule
• Country-style kitchen
• Study
• Lounge with wood-burning stove
• Dining room with wood-burning stove
• Ground floor bedroom
• Sitting room with external access
• Family bathroom
• Shower room

First Floor
• Bedroom one with dressing area and en-suite shower room
• Double bedroom 2 with terrace access
• Double bedroom 3 with dual-aspect views
• Family bathroom

Outside
• Landscaped gardens and grounds
• Courtyard terrace
• Extensive lawns
• Mature trees and planting
• Separate area of land/orchard situated opposite the house
• Workshop
• Detached double garage
• Countryside views

Location
Blebocraigs is a delightful rural hamlet situated between Strathkinness and Cupar, surrounded by rolling Fife countryside yet conveniently located for access to St Andrews. Offering a peaceful country lifestyle, the hamlet is particularly popular with those seeking a quieter setting whilst remaining close to the amenities of North East Fife.

The nearby village of Strathkinness provides a primary school and village pub, while the world-renowned town of St Andrews lies only a short drive away. Known internationally as the "Home of Golf", St Andrews offers an outstanding range of amenities including boutique shopping, cafés, restaurants, excellent schooling, beautiful beaches and the prestigious University of St Andrews.

The surrounding countryside is ideal for walking, cycling and outdoor pursuits, whilst the picturesque East Neuk villages and Fife coastline are within easy reach. The nearby market town of Cupar provides a comprehensive range of everyday services together with rail links to Dundee, Edinburgh and Aberdeen.

Combining period charm, versatile accommodation, beautiful gardens and an idyllic rural setting close to St Andrews, Loanhead Cottage represents a rare opportunity to acquire a truly special country home in one of Fife's most desirable 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:
Mains water, electric and drainage.
Oil Central hearting.
The property is fitted with photovoltaic panels supplying electricity back to the National Grid.
Broadband and 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:
F

EPC Rating:
D

Postcode:
KY15 5UG

Tenure:
Freehold

Particulars Prepared:
2nd October 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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EPC Rating: D
Council Tax Band: F