7 bed detached house for sale

Beechwood, 43 Park Place, Elie, Fife KY9

Beechwood is a particularly appealing and substantial Category C listed period house, prominently positioned on Park Place in the highly sought-after coastal village of Elie. The property occupies an enviable setting, lying within easy reach of the beach and golf links, and benefits from a fine outlook across the surrounding area.

Constructed in traditional stone, the house has a strong and attractive façade, generous proportions and a pleasing sense of symmetry. It retains a wealth of original features, including high ceilings, sash-style windows with decorative glazing, timber floors, cornicing and fireplaces, all contributing to its character and scale.

Internally, the accommodation extends over three floors and is well arranged for family living, while offering clear scope for modernisation and potential development.

The entrance hall creates a strong first impression, with a traditional staircase rising to the upper floors and a stained glass window bringing natural light into the space. The principal reception rooms are well proportioned, including a dining and sitting room with a rear bay window overlooking the garden and centred around a feature fireplace - ideal for both entertaining and everyday use. A further reception room provides flexibility as a downstairs bedroom or study.

To the rear, the kitchen, utility areas and bathroom provide practical accommodation, with clear potential to be opened up into a larger kitchen and family space, subject to the necessary consents. On the first floor, the bedrooms are arranged around a central landing and include several generous double rooms with good natural light, along with a spacious bathroom offering scope for upgrading. The principal accommodation on this level also includes a drawing room and a library.

The second floor provides further accommodation, including two double bedrooms and a family bathroom, together with an additional double bedroom accessed via a secondary staircase. This area also benefits from eaves storage and access to a large attic.

To the side of the house is a range of traditional outbuildings, including a spacious garage with attic above, a connected workshop, ancillary storage and a potting shed. This offers
excellent practical storage and workshop use, whilst also presenting further potential for redevelopment or conversion, subject to the necessary consents.

The rear garden is an attractive feature, extending to approximately 484 sq m, and is laid mainly to lawn and enclosed by stone walls, providing privacy and shelter. Mature trees and established planting add character, while the space is well suited to family use and outdoor entertaining. A gate at the far end opens directly onto the adjoining golf course, enhancing the sense of space and connection to the wider landscape.

Previous planning for the outbuilding conversion has been granted and a pre-application enquiry into the full development potential of Beechwood has been undertaken with Fife Council in 2025, by the current owners in conjunction with lba Architects. Initial feedback is supportive of development in principle, subject to considerations of scale, design and parking.

Elie is widely regarded as one of the most desirable coastal villages in the East Neuk of Fife, famed for its beautiful sandy beach, historic harbour and strong sense of community. The village offers an excellent range of amenities including local shops, cafés and restaurants, while The Ship Inn is particularly renowned for its food, atmosphere and traditional summer beach cricket.

Beechwood enjoys a particularly attractive position on Park Place, lying within easy reach of Elie Beach and directly adjacent to Elie Golf Links. The village offers a wealth of recreational facilities, including sailing and water sports at Elie Harbour, a well-regarded 18-hole links course and a 9-hole course, tennis courts, padel facilities and a bowling green. The nearby Peat Inn is one of Scotland's most highly regarded restaurants.

The surrounding East Neuk coastline is known for its picturesque fishing villages and unspoilt beaches, while the historic town of St Andrews, the home of golf, is approximately 13 miles away and offers a wide range of amenities, schooling and cultural facilities. Edinburgh is within comfortable commuting distance, providing access to national and international transport connections.