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Harbour House St Monans, Fife

Harbour House is a historic building having a converted "net" loft with some of the best views in the East Neuk. The house was totally refurbished by the National Trust for Scotland in the 1970s and the current owners have retained the quailty of that restoration with the attic conversion. This is one of the finest seaside houses in any of the East Neuk villages overlooking the historic harbour and the Firth of Forth. It is a fabulous 17th century house providing spacious, bright accommodation for six to eight people on four levels. The property sits with its own private fully-bound walled gardens which, in the summer time, get the sun all day. The East Neuk of Fife in Scotland enjoys a micro climate and therefore is one of Scotland's driest locations. St Monans is the best kept secret in the East Neuk and Elie is three miles to the west reached by road or the Fife Coastal Path with Pittenweem just over two miles to the East. Just 10 miles from St Andrews and an hour from Edinburgh.

This delightful Fife self-catering house is conveniently located for golf courses, several of which are within a short drive. Golf courses and lessons can be booked in advance. Several famous links golf courses are close by, and the championship course at St Andrews is only 10 miles away. Kingsbarns is 7 miles to the east. There are many other activities including horse-riding, tennis, cycling, climbing, abseiling, sailing, windsurfing, water-skiing and diving available in the local area. The Pittenweem Art Festival is a must and Harbour House is the focal point for the St Monans Sea Queen Day in June.

The house is also perfectly situated for a seaside holiday - take the Fife coastal path to Elie and you will disover secluded golden beaches long before you reach the popular Elie Beach and Ruby Bay. There are numerous pubs and restaurants to suit all budgets in the local area, and the award winning St Monans Sea Food Restaurant is on the other side of the harbour. Local shops are 100 yards away, and the area is ideal for walking and cycling or just relaxing in this secluded Scottish location.

 

Accommodation:
Ground floor: The entrance hall has access to the shower and loo. The utility room leads to the large secluded and private gardens. There is one double bedroom on the ground floor.

First floor: On the first floor is a wonderful bright new kitchen leading to the dining room and hall with the spacious living room opposite. The living room has fabulous views and a jet master log burning fire.

Second Floor: The master bedroom with en suite loo is on the second floor. There is also a hall, bathroom with loo and shower and a twin bedroom. Attic: The attic comprises a fabulous room with stunning views and a TV and DVD. This is a very comfortable and large room divided by the stairs into a large living area and a smaller area with ample room for two Z beds.

Location:
From Edinburgh or Glasgow, cross the Forth Bridge heading for Perth and exit the M90 at J2A, signposted Glenrothes / Kirkcaldy. The road merges into the A92. The A92 ends at a large roundabout, follow signs to Leven and the A915. Proceed through Leven on the A915 through Lundin Links to Upper Largo. Proceed straight through Upper Largo, do not veer of to St Andrews but stay on the main road signposted to Elie. Follow signs to Elie.

On entering Elie proceed through the village on the main road and the next village is St Monans on the A917. Turn into St Monans and continue down the hill to the harbour, park anywhere here, Harbour House is the large white house next to the harbour master's office.

What's included:
Gas central heating is included in the price as are logs for the fire. Bed linen is all provided.

Cost and availability.
This St Monan's self-catering cottage is rented out year round.
Change over day is Friday: arrival 4pm and departure at 10am. Short breaks are available.


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