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DREAM HOMES

Easy living

in Elie

This gorgeous home near Leven is designed for comfort, style
and everyday ease…

ome homes make you pause for a that are perfect for days out. The coastline
moment when you enter, and Scottcraig itself is spectacular, whether you’re strolling
S House in Fife is definitely one of them. the Fife Coastal Path, taking an early morning
This beautiful five-bedroom home in Elie swim, or simply watching the light shift across
feels gently curated and lovingly considered the sea. With St Andrews just along the coast
throughout, creating an atmosphere that is and Leven nearby for everyday amenities, the
warm and welcoming from the moment you area strikes a rare balance of natural beauty,
step through the front door. Here, “lived-in convenience, and a genuinely appealing
luxury” isn’t a cliché, it’s simply the reality of quality of life.
everyday life in the house.
Designed and built by Andrew Davie Homes
Elie is one of those rare coastal villages and completed in 2017, Scottcraig House is
that feels quietly exclusive while remaining entirely bespoke, marrying architectural clarity
wonderfully laid-back. Its wide sandy beach and with exceptional craftsmanship and a focus on
iconic chain walk along the cliffs offer a perfect eco-efficient performance. The exterior is both
blend of seaside calm and everyday charm. striking and thoughtfully composed, blending
The village has a strong sense of community, natural sandstone with crisp render and
with its centre dotted with independent cafés, vertical timber cladding beneath a traditional
boutique shops and welcoming pubs, making natural slate roof. Anthracite-grey windows
it feel vibrant without feeling overwhelming. and timber sash-and-case conservation
glazing provide subtle definition, offering a
Beyond Elie, the East Neuk of Fife unfolds respectful nod to the home’s heritage setting.
as a string of charming fishing villages and Set behind private walled gardens, a sweeping
coastal towns. From neighbouring Earlsferry gravel driveway and a triple integrated garage,
to St Monans, Pittenweem, Anstruther and the house makes a confident yet inviting first
Crail, each area has its own character, offering impression in one of the East Neuk’s most
harbourside walks, local shops and food spots desirable locations.

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