Inglisfield | Earlsferry

Elie - House

Set right on the seafront with uninterrupted views over Elie harbour and the bay, this unique end-terraced fisherman’s cottage is one of those rare coastal homes that feels made for proper seaside living. From the front rooms you can watch the tide, boats and ever-changing light, while to the rear you’ve got a private garden for lazy afternoons outside – plus off-street parking, a real bonus in this part of the village. Inside, there’s a surprising amount of space across two floors, making it a fantastic base for families, friends and golfers who want to be moments from the sand, the harbour and Elie’s links.
On the ground floor, a comfortable lounge with sofas and armchairs looks out towards both the sea and the garden, and is set up for easy downtime with a TV (Freeview and Netflix), DVD player, Nintendo Wii, CD player and Wi-Fi. A separate dining room with seating for eight also enjoys sea views, so relaxed meals come with a coastal backdrop. The luxury kitchen was completely redesigned and refitted in 2021, and now offers sleek, modern units and quality appliances including an induction hob, combination oven/grill, dishwasher, fridge, microwave and Quooker hot water tap, with a separate utility room housing the washing machine, tumble dryer and additional freezer. A handy cloakroom with WC and wash hand basin completes this level.
Upstairs, four bedrooms mean plenty of flexibility for sharing groups. The master bedroom has a super king-size bed, stunning sea views and its own en-suite shower room, while a further double bedroom also faces the water with a king-size bed and harbour outlook. To the rear, a twin bedroom with garden views and a single bedroom (with an additional fold-down chair bed available on request) provide welcoming spaces for children, friends or extended family. A family bathroom with bath, shower over, WC and wash hand basin serves the remaining bedrooms, making mornings and post-beach washdowns straightforward.
With the beach and harbour path just outside, Elie’s High Street, coastal walks and nearby golf courses within easy reach, and a private garden and parking waiting when you come “home”, this cottage makes a wonderfully desirable base for East Neuk breaks.

Just 50 yards or so from the sand, Craigallan is a characterful end-terraced cottage on Earlsferry High Street – a brilliant base for beach days, coastal walks and golf getaways on this iconic stretch of the East Neuk. Traditional on the outside and comfortably updated inside, it comes with Wi-Fi, an enclosed rear garden and a side lane that leads directly up to the golf course, so you can be on the fairway or the shoreline in minutes. The cottage is also pet friendly (supplement applies), making it a great choice for dog-friendly breaks by the sea.
Step inside to a welcoming reception hall leading to the front sitting room, where window shutters, a decorative fireplace, leather sofa, armchairs and soft lighting create a relaxed, homely feel. A couple of steps take you up into the bright shaker-style kitchen/dining room, which can be left open for easy flow or closed off with opaque glass sliding doors. Here you’ll find a gas hob, electric oven, fridge-freezer, dishwasher and microwave, along with a generous dining table seating 6–8 – ideal for family suppers or lingering evenings after a day on the beach or the links. There’s also a handy utility area with washer/dryer, a ground-floor twin bedroom, and a fresh, upgraded bathroom (2022) with bath, overhead shower and vanity unit.
Upstairs, Craigallan offers flexible sleeping for families and sharing guests. The front double bedroom includes an additional single bed, built-in wardrobes, TV and plenty of drawer space, while a second double bedroom enjoys windows to both the front and rear. A separate shower room with cubicle, wash hand basin and WC serves this floor, keeping mornings and post-beach showers running smoothly.
Outside, the secluded patio-style garden is fully enclosed and can be accessed either through the kitchen’s patio doors or via a lockable gate from the lane – ideal for safely storing bikes and beach gear and offering extra peace of mind for guests with children. With Earlsferry’s beach, local pub and coastal paths on your doorstep, and Elie, St Andrews and the wider East Neuk (plus a string of world-class golf courses) just a short drive away, Craigallan is perfectly placed for classic Fife seaside holidays with local support and easy, direct booking.