With The Open Golf Championship 2015 underway in St Andrews this weekend, s1homes is taking a closer look at this beautiful part of East Fife.
Known as the Home of Golf, St Andrews will live up to its name, welcoming up to 200,000 to The 144th Open on the Historic Old Course over four days. Aside from golf and the images of the iconic Swilcan Burn that most Scots will associate with the former royal burgh, we’re looking at what else makes this town much-loved by locals and tourists alike.
St Andrews has been home to the world famous Jannettas ice cream since 1908, boasts the oldest university in Scotland and has more recently welcomed Eden Mill and neighbouring Kingsbarns distilleries to its list of reasons to visit, but what else is it about this town that makes it such a great place to live?
The beautiful beaches of the East and West Sands and the array of beautiful shops, as well the fact that it’s commutable to both Dundee and Edinburgh means this town in East Fife has a lot going for it as a place to live all year round.
Property in St Andrews is always in high demand, so what can you get for your money?
We’ve chosen a few of our favourite properties currently for sale in St Andrews
Fantastic value for money at offers over £135,000, this unusual property is a 3 bedroom semi-detached villa in Lathones, only 6 miles from St Andrews. It has beautiful views over the Fife countryside, off-street parking, two outhouses and a greenhouse.
Brownhill Steadings, St Andrews. KY16 8PL
The views alone could sell this property! This former steadings has 3 large bedrooms, a south facing garden with patio area and dates back to the 1850s. With lots of extras included in the sale, we think you’ll agree it’s a must see!
Greyfriars Gardens, St Andrews. KY16 9HG
If you fancy being in the heart of the town, close to the shops and beaches, this property looks like a great option. A spacious 2 bedroom flat, this property is also marketed as an ideal buy-to-let opportunity.
Or, looking to rent in St Andrews? We’ve got some favourite properties to let too.
Lawmill Gardens, St Andrews. KY16 8QZ.
In a sought-after residential area, this 3 bedroom house is furnished and perfect for professionals or postgraduate students.
Dewars Mill, St Andrews. KY16 9TY
A beautifully converted 5 bedroom mill house. The house is full of character with timber beams through the hall, kitchen and living room and an open fire in the living room too. Stunning views and only 2 miles from the town centre.
So whether it’s golf, beaches or proximity to world renowned ice cream on your list of criteria, St Andrews offers it all and more. If you’re looking for property in Fife or around Scotland, s1homes has over 28,000 properties for sale and to rent.