136 North Street, St. Andrews, Fife, KY16 9AF

The property

Filled with period charm and offering spacious and flexible accommodation over two floors, this main-door double upper flat forms part of a handsome, C-listed Georgian building in exclusive St Andrews, within the town's historic conservation area. The flat offers five bedrooms, a reception room, a dining kitchen, and two bathrooms (plus a WC), as well as a private garden. Accessed via a gate from North Street and approached via a short flight of steps, the flat's private front door opens into a porch (with a WC), leading up to a hall on the first floor. At the end of the hall to the left, you step into a living room, where a spacious footprint offers flexibility for various furniture configurations. A fireplace, an Edinburgh press, twin recessed sash and case windows, and elegant cornicing add period charm to the room. In the neighbouring kitchen, space is provided for a seated dining area and classically styled solid wood cabinets are accompanied by plentiful workspace and splashback tiling. Freestanding appliances comprising a fridge/freezer, a cooker, and a washing machine are included in the sale. Two of the property's five bedrooms are situated on this floor, both exceptionally airy doubles with ample room for furniture. One of these bedrooms also offers potential to be used as a second reception area, such as a formal dining room, a sitting room, or a family room, and features a fireplace, an Edinburgh press, and cornicing. On the second floor, a landing (with storage) leads to the three remaining bedrooms (two large doubles and a single) and a bathroom. The double bedrooms are both accompanied by excellent built-in storage and the principal has the additional benefit of an en-suite shower room, whilst the single offers potential to be used as a home office. The bathroom comprises a bath with an overhead shower, and a WC-suite. The home is kept warm by a gas central heating system. Externally, the flat boasts its own private rear garden, accessed via a shared courtyard and featuring a large lawn, gravelled areas, and patios for outdoor seating and barbecues. Residents of North Street can apply for a permit to park on the street, subject to a fee. The property benefits from an HMO License to allow multiple occupancy by up to 5 people that expires 30 December 2024. Extras: all fitted floor coverings, window coverings, and light fittings will be included in the sale. All furniture and kitchen appliances and contents are also included in the sale. D. St Andrews, Fife World-renowned for its ancient university, golfing heritage and stunning beach, St Andrews attracts more than half a million visitors each year, and is regarded as one of the finest towns and best places to live in Scotland. Characterised by its narrow cobbled streets and beautiful architecture, the bustling town centre hosts a charming blend of independent shops and high-street retailers, plus diverse cafes, coffee shops, delis, greengrocers, butchers and bakeries. There are also several large supermarkets on the outskirts of the town. St Andrews enjoys international fame as 'The Home of Golf' - the game has been played at St Andrews Links for over 600 years, and the iconic Old Course draws thousands of professionals, amateurs and spectators from across the globe. Other tourist attractions include the 12th and 13th-century ruins of St Andrews Cathedral and St Andrews Castle, as well as St Andrews Botanic Garden. Excellent state schools can be found nearby; private schooling options include a Montessori nursery and St Leonards School. Situated in the East Neuk of Fife, St Andrews is approximately 30 minutes' drive from Dundee and 90 minutes' drive from Glasgow and Edinburgh. The town is served by excellent local and intercity bus links; daily direct flights to London are available from Dundee airport.