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IN THE NEIGHBOURHOOD
                          seaside                                                                                               Mpandemic, thousands of us have made
                                                                                                                                      any  of  us  dream  of  a  slower  pace  of
                                                                                                                                      life in a quaint seaside town, and post-
                               Beside the
                                                                                                                                those dreams a reality. If you’re hoping to swap
                                                                                                                                city living for a life on the coast, here are our
                                                                                                                                favourite waterside destinations where you might
                                                                                                                                find your next dream home.

                                                                                                                                ST ANDREWS
                Dreaming of life by the water? Check out our rundown of the                                                     The delightful St Andrews is one of Scotland’s
                                                                                                                                most famous seaside locations, perched on the
                               best coastal areas to live!
                                                                                                                                picturesque East Neuk of Fife. It’s home to the
                                                                                                                                iconic West Sands Beach, as well as a number
                                                                                                                                of world-renowned golf courses, hotels and the
                                                                                                                                University. St Andrews offers a sparkling selection
                                                                                                                                of properties, along with excellent schooling and
                                                                                                                                a thriving town centre.

                                                                                                                                Seeking  somewhere  a  little  lower-profile?  The
                                                                                                                                nearby fishing villages of Crail and Anstruther are
                                                                                                                                equally attractive and offer plenty of charm.

                                                                                                                                PORTOBELLO
                                                                                                                                Edinburgh’s seaside town is a fantastic option
                                                                                                                                for those who want to stay close to the Capital.
                                                                                                                                Portobello boasts a fabulous sandy beach, as well
                                                                                                                                as a plethora of local bars, restaurants, cafes and
                                                                                                                                shops, green spaces, excellent transport links and
                                                                                                                                a friendly community spirit.

                                                                                                                                It’s a popular option for buyers of all ages and
                                                                                                                                stages,  but  you  could  also  try  nearby  Joppa
                                                                                                                                or creep across the East Lothian border into
                                                                                                                                Musselburgh for a similar vibe.














         Portobello                                                                                                              St Andrews

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