Balone Steading, St. Andrews

5 Balone Steading is an exceptional five-bedroom family home forming part of an exclusive steading development on the outskirts of St Andrews. Beautifully presented throughout, the property offers generous and thoughtfully designed accommodation, seamlessly combining traditional character with modern comforts. Set within a peaceful rural environment, the home enjoys stunning views towards St Andrews and the surrounding countryside, while remaining just a short distance from Scotland's world-renowned golfing destination, this outstanding home offers the very best of country living. Of particular appeal to golf enthusiasts, the property falls within the catchment area for a St Andrews Residents’ Links Ticket, providing privileged access to the iconic St Andrews Links courses and further enhancing the exceptional lifestyle on offer.

At the heart of the property is a spacious and welcoming lounge and dining room, perfectly suited to both everyday family life and entertaining. Flooded with natural light, this attractive reception space is complemented by a handsome fireplace, creating a warm and inviting focal point. A separate sitting room offers a cosy retreat, centred around a charming log-burning stove that provides the perfect setting for relaxing evenings. The contemporary dining kitchen has been thoughtfully designed with sleek cabinetry, quality integrated appliances and a stylish breakfast bar, offering an ideal space for family meals, informal gatherings and entertaining. A practical utility room and separate WC add further convenience to the ground floor accommodation.

A particular highlight of the home is the superb principal bedroom suite. Impressively proportioned, it features vaulted ceilings with twin rooflights, a dedicated dressing area and a beautifully appointed en-suite shower room, creating a luxurious and peaceful sanctuary. A further ground-floor bedroom, complete with built-in storage, provides excellent flexibility for guests, family members or those seeking predominantly single-level living.

On the upper floor are three generously proportioned double bedrooms, all benefiting from built-in wardrobes. One bedroom further enjoys the luxury of its own en-suite shower room, while the remaining bedrooms are served by a stylish contemporary family bathroom.

Externally, the property is equally impressive. To the front, a wonderfully sunny south-facing garden provides an attractive space to enjoy the peaceful surroundings and far-reaching views towards St Andrews and the coast. Externally, the property is equally impressive. A generous decked terrace with hot tub provides the perfect setting in which to relax and enjoy the peaceful surroundings and distant sea views. The enclosed rear garden is thoughtfully landscaped, featuring extensive lawns, mature planting and a spacious patio area ideal for outdoor dining and summer entertaining. A substantial garden room offers excellent versatility, whether as a home office, gym, studio or additional recreational space. Further benefits include an EV charging point, enhancing the property's practicality and appeal for modern family living.

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

Summary of Accommodation

Ground Floor:
Entrance vestibule
Lounge/Dining room
Modern kitchen with breakfast bar
Sitting room with log-burning stove
Principal bedroom with dressing area and en suite shower room
Bedroom
Utility room
WC

First Floor:
Three further bedrooms one benefiting from en-suite shower room
Family bathroom

Exterior:
Sunny South facing front garden
Rear garden with barbecue area
Decked terrace with hot tub
Garden room
EV charging point

Location
5 Balone Steading enjoys a peaceful and highly desirable setting on the outskirts of St Andrews, Scotland's internationally renowned Home of Golf and one of the country's most sought-after coastal destinations. Combining a charming semi-rural environment with exceptional convenience, the property offers an enviable lifestyle surrounded by open countryside while remaining within easy reach of the town's outstanding amenities.

Particularly appealing to golf enthusiasts, the property falls within the designated catchment area for a St Andrews Links Resident's Ticket, providing access to the world-famous courses operated by the St Andrews Links Trust, including the iconic Old Course. The property is also within walking distance of Craigtoun Golf Course and its excellent practice facilities, offering further opportunities to enjoy the sport close to home. In addition, the property is conveniently situated near Lawhead Primary School and enjoys easy access to the picturesque Lade Braes Walk, a scenic traffic-free route leading directly into the heart of St Andrews.

The town offers an exceptional range of facilities, including independent boutiques, cafés, restaurants, supermarkets, leisure facilities and a cinema, alongside a vibrant cultural and social scene. St Andrews is equally renowned for its prestigious university, founded in 1413, one of the oldest and most respected in the English-speaking world. Excellent educational provision is available locally, with highly regarded state schooling and the renowned independent St Leonards School.

Beyond the town, the beautiful coastline of the East Neuk of Fife offers an array of charming fishing villages, sandy beaches and coastal walking routes, while the surrounding area provides countless opportunities for outdoor pursuits. Excellent road connections ensure convenient access to Dundee, Perth, Edinburgh and beyond, making 5 Balone Steading an ideal location for those seeking the perfect balance of countryside tranquillity, coastal living and exceptional connectivity.

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 gas, water, electric and drainage.
Gas heating.
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:
G

EPC Rating:
C

Postcode:
KY16 8NS

Tenure:
Freehold

Particulars Prepared:
12th 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.

Important Notice

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Misrepresentations
The property is sold with all faults and defects, whether of condition or otherwise and neither the seller nor Rettie & Co. or Rettie LLP’s, the selling agent, are responsible for such faults and defects, nor for any statement contained in the particulars of the property prepared by the said agent.

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: C
Council Tax Band: G