Phoenix House, 57 High Street, Elie, Leven, KY9

Stunning 5 bedroom duplex apartment with sea views and private garden in the heart of Elie.

Description

Phoenix House is a stunning duplex apartment located in the heart of Elie, on the popular High Street. This spacious property spans two floors and boasts a large private garden at the rear. Aside from the existing stone façade, the house was compete re-built in 2018/19, to include a new roof, with the accommodation finished to a high standard throughout. A concrete floor was also installed between the first floor, and ground floor to ensure a high level of sound and fire proofing. Despite presenting as a new property internally, the original building dates back to the late 1800s and is Category C Listed.

Upon entering the front door from the High Street, you are greeted by a shared entrance hall with stairs that lead up to Phoenix House, and on to the first floor landing. At a half-way landing, a separate staircase leads down to the garden. On the first floor, the landing connects to four spacious bedrooms, each with its own en suite bath/ shower room. Bedrooms 1 and 2 are situated at the front of the property, offering south-facing views over the High Street, while bedrooms 3 and 4 have lovely outlooks over the garden. Bedroom 4 has a door to the utility room, which connects to an en suite bathroom beyond.

The second floor is home to the impressive open-plan living space which enjoys elevated views across the Firth of Forth as far as the Bass Rock, thanks to two large dormer, and two large Velux windows all facing south, as well as a further dormer in the kitchen area overlooking the garden. This spectacular L-shaped room incorporates a spacious sitting area at one end, a dining area and a fully equipped kitchen. There is also access from the landing to the fifth bedroom, which has a bay window and built-in wardrobe. There is a family bathroom also situated off the landing.

Phoenix House is complemented by a beautifully maintained, fully enclosed garden which is walled on all three sides. It is approached by stone steps leading down from the house, and features a sizeable lawn surrounded by stocked flower beds, partially covered decking area, purpose built sauna, a sunken hot tub, and a garden store.

Location

Phoenix House is ideally situated in the vibrant heart of Elie, offering easy access to a variety of local shops and amenities. Within a short walk of about 0.3 miles, you’ll find Elie Beach, renowned for its golden sands and scenic beauty as well as the famous Ship Inn, a beloved local pub known for its welcoming atmosphere and delicious food. The gates to Elie House are along the High Street to the east, with the Elie Estate offering lovely opportunities for countryside walks.

Elie boasts one of the finest sandy beaches in Scotland. Sailing and other water sports are available at Elie Harbour and there are two golf courses, one the acclaimed 18-hole course and a short 9-hole course suitable for beginners. There are also golf practice facilities, several hard tennis courts, two padel courts and a bowling green. Elie Sports Club offers group and individual coaching in golf and tennis during school holidays. The village is well served with pubs and cafés and the nearby Peat Inn is one of Scotland’s most acclaimed restaurants.

Elie is in the East Neuk of Fife, famed for its picturesque fishing villages and unspoilt beaches. St Andrews, ‘the home of golf‘ and the setting for one of Britain’s oldest universities, is only 13 miles away. There are traditional links golf courses at nearby Crail, Leven and Lundin Links and new courses at Kingsbarns and St Andrews Bay. Edinburgh is around 46 miles away accessed by road, or from the nearest train station at Leuchars which is around 16 miles to the north of Elie.

All distances are approximate.

Square Footage: 2,116 sq ft



Additional Info

Services - Mains water, gas, electricity, and drainage. Central heating provided by mains gas boiler.

Local Authority & rateable value - 57 High Street is commercially rated as a self catering unit, with a current rateable value of £5,200 p.a.

Business opportunity - The property has been run as a short term rental business. Details on the income generated can be provided on request. In order to continue the running of such a business, the purchaser / seller will need to apply to Fife Council for the transfer of the short term let license.

Conservation Area and Listing - Phoenix House, 57 High Street, is within the Elie and Earlsferry Conservation Area. The property is Category C Listed.

Fixtures & Fittings - All fitted curtains, carpets, blinds, light fittings and integrated white goods are included in the sale. The furniture is also available by separate negotiation.

Photographs - Internals taken in 2018/19. Externals images taken in February 2025.

Brochure Code - 250320