5 bed detached house for sale

High Street, Aberdour, Burntisland KY3

Situated in the historic coastal village of Aberdour, with incredible elevated views, this striking detached residence is an exceptional family home. It promises all the space and functionality required for modern living, with five bedrooms (two with en-suite shower rooms), a four-piece bathroom and third shower room, and a utility room. Interconnected sun-filled reception areas, including a sitting room, a dining room with a bar, and an open-plan breakfasting kitchen/living room, all flow onto the landscaped gardens, which include a raised south-facing terrace and a powered garden room. The partially enclosed wraparound plot also provides garage and private driveway parking.

Beautifully set family home enjoying panoramic coastal vistas Looking out across the Firth of Forth to Edinburgh’s dramatic skyline, Tanglewood offers the best in coastal living within a tranquil and much sought-after village setting, prized for its award-winning beaches and excellent local amenities including a primary school, pub, convenience stores, and a train station with direct services to Edinburgh Waverley in just 30 minutes.

Light-filled entrance A tile-floored vestibule leads into a reception hall with durable wood flooring and a cloak cupboard, providing concealed storage.

Show-stopping reception spaces In the porcelain floor-tiled sitting room, full-height glazing allows the coastal outlook to take centre stage and bathes the space in sunlight. A perfect room for all seasons, it features a cosy open fire and patio doors opening onto the terrace.

The multi-aspect dining room has double access points onto the terrace and gardens and enjoys open views, rich hardwood flooring, and a drinks bar. Connected to the living room, which is open to the kitchen, this impressive space completes the home’s convivial arrangement for family life and entertaining.

Open-plan breakfasting kitchen and living room. The kitchen is perfectly suited to relaxed family time, featuring garden access, a breakfast island, and a versatile living area, enhanced by full-length windows and roof lights that flood the room with natural light. Designed in classic ivory white and wood tones, the kitchen boasts sleek curved cabinetry with an integrated dishwasher, space for a standalone fridge freezer, and a stainless-steel range cooker with a chimney-style hood forming a timeless focal point. An adjoining plumbed utility room provides a discreet laundry area with outdoor access.

Relaxing principal suite. The principal suite provides a private retreat on the first floor, complete with mirrored fitted wardrobes and a stylish sky-lit shower room. The bright and airy bedroom is subtly accented by soft carpeting and timber wall slat detailing.

Versatile additional double bedrooms spread over two floors and offering appealing flexibility are four further well-proportioned double bedrooms, including two with ample fitted storage and one of which is an ideal home office. Three rooms are comfortably carpeted, while one ground-floor bedroom features warmly toned timber flooring.

Further bath and shower facilities . A second double bedroom enjoys the convenience of an en-suite shower room, whilst a first-floor bathroom with a bath and separate shower, and a ground-floor shower room, provide excellent facilities for family and guests. Each washroom is chicly tiled and benefits from natural light.

Landscaped gardens with a garden room and a south-facing aspect. The extensive gardens are secure to the rear and south-facing, with open views to the front. Tiered lawns, seating terraces, and statement palms create an attractive and well-structured garden setting, while a powered timber-clad garden room provides a peaceful space for hobbies or home working.

Convenient private parking to the front of the house, a multi-vehicle private driveway and detached single garage provide excellent parking provision.

Extras: The sale includes fitted flooring, window coverings, standard light fittings, and kitchen/utility room appliances (excluding fridge, freezer, washing machine and dryer).

Area

Aberdour, Fife

Positioned on the northern shore of the Firth of Forth, the pretty coastal village of Aberdour has long been a thriving seaside resort and a popular choice among young professionals, families, and retirees seeking a more relaxed lifestyle. Its sandy beaches and quaint harbour yield magnificent views towards Edinburgh and East Lothian, and at the heart of the village are Aberdour Castle and St Fillan’s Church: Some of Scotland’s best-preserved examples of medieval architecture. For everyday essentials Aberdour boasts a Post Office, a bakery, a newsagent, and a chemist, as well as several cafes, gift shops, restaurants, hotels, and guesthouses catering for locals and visitors alike. Further amenities can be found in neighbouring Dalgety Bay, which is around a five-minute car or train journey away. Residents also enjoy a wealth of sport and leisure activities including a golf club, a tennis club, and a successful shinty club. The historic harbour and two beautiful beaches also promise endless opportunities for sailing, swimming, and water sports. Early learning and primary schooling is provided locally at Aberdour Primary School, followed by secondary education at Inverkeithing High School. The Victorian train station offers fast and frequent services to Edinburgh Waverley in approximately 30 minutes, and the village is also served by regular bus links for travel across Fife.