The Spindrift Guest House, Pittenweem Road

Anstruther, Fife, KY10 3DT

Anstruther, Fife, KY10 3DT

3 Receptions
8 Beds
9 Baths

The Spindrift Guest House is an outstanding detached Victorian sandstone villa, dating from circa 1870, prominently positioned on Pittenweem Road within the highly desirable coastal town of Anstruther. Originally built for a tea clipper captain, the property retains much of its original character while having been thoughtfully and comprehensively refurbished to meet the expectations of modern four-star hospitality.

The property offers eight generously proportioned en-suite bedrooms, all individually styled and finished to a high standard, with several rooms enjoying open aspects towards the Firth of Forth. Public areas are both welcoming and well-proportioned, including a comfortable guest lounge, an elegant dining room and a separate reading room, providing a variety of spaces for guests to relax.

Operational facilities are extensive and well configured, featuring a fully equipped commercial kitchen, substantial storage areas, laundry facilities, office space and cellarage, allowing the business to operate efficiently at current levels while offering scope for expansion. In addition, the property includes private owners’ accommodation, ensuring an excellent balance between business and personal space.

Externally, The Spindrift enjoys private off-street parking and a particularly attractive walled garden, complete with a summer house and multiple seating areas. This mature and sheltered outdoor space provides a peaceful retreat for guests and is a notable asset rarely found within properties of this nature.

The business has been successfully operated as a well-established four-star guest house, achieving strong and consistent income levels with a high degree of repeat and referral trade. Importantly, the property presents significant future trading potential, particularly in light of major forthcoming events in the region. Of particular note is The 155th Open Championship, to be held at St Andrews in 2027, which is expected to generate exceptional demand for quality accommodation throughout the East Neuk of Fife. The Spindrift’s proximity to St Andrews, combined with its established reputation and capacity, positions it ideally to capitalise on this landmark event and similar high-profile golfing tournaments in the years ahead.

The property will be sold with a substantial range of furniture, fixtures and contents included in the sale, with a full inventory available to interested purchasers upon request.

Summary of Accommodation

The Spindrift Guest House is arranged over multiple levels and offers well-balanced and flexible accommodation suited to both guest use and owner occupation.
• Eight en-suite bedrooms, comprising four double rooms and four king rooms, all tastefully decorated and equipped with televisions, hospitality trays and seating areas
• One en-suite bedroom located within a private wing, offering enhanced privacy
• Spacious dining room with seating for up to 16 guests
• Comfortable guest lounge accommodating at least 12 guests
• Additional private reading room on the first floor
• Honesty bar with dedicated fridge and wine cooler (property benefits from liquor licence)
• Fully equipped commercial kitchen with six-burner gas range, multiple fridges and freezers, and ample preparation space
• Extensive ancillary accommodation including laundry, pantry, office, cold room, workshop and basement liquor cellar
• Owners’ private accommodation with bathroom
• Fibre broadband throughout and modern fire safety systems
Externally, the property enjoys private off-road parking and a beautifully maintained walled garden, featuring a summer house and a variety of secluded seating areas, providing a tranquil retreat for guests.

General Remarks & Information

Fixtures and Fittings:

Only appliances specifically mentioned in the sales particulars are included in the sale price. In all other aspects the treatment of fixtures and fittings within the relevant Conveyancing Standard Clauses apply.

The property will be sold with a substantial range of furniture, fixtures and contents included in the sale. Six of the eight bedrooms will be furnished with beds, together with all associated freestanding furniture and soft furnishings.

The dining room furniture, including dining tables and twelve chairs, will be included. The kitchen is to be sold fully equipped with cutlery, crockery, cooking utensils and associated kitchenware.

All appliances will remain within the property, including refrigerators, deep freezers and two dishwashers. All curtains and blinds are also included in the sale.
Please note that the lounge furniture and all artwork currently displayed throughout the property will be removed prior to completion.

A comprehensive inventory detailing all items included in the sale is available to interested purchasers upon request.

Services:

Gas heating, mains water, electricity, broadband, telephone (subject to telephone providers’ regulations).

Viewing:

By appointment through Rettie St Andrews. 28 Bell Street, St Andrews, KY16 9UX. Email: standrews@rettie.co.uk Tel: 01334 237 700

Offers:

Offers should be submitted in Scottish Legal Form to the selling agents Rettie & Co. A closing date by which offers must be submitted may be fixed later. Please note that interested parties are advised to register their interest with the selling agents in order that they may be advised should a closing date be set. The seller reserves the right to accept any offer at any time.

EPC Rating:

G

Postcode:

KY10 3DT

Tenure:

Freehold

This property and other properties offered by Rettie & Co. & Rettie LLP's. can be viewed on our website at www.rettie.co.uk as well as Rightmove, OnTheMarket and The London Office.

The property is sold subject to and with the benefit of all servitude rights, burdens, reservations and wayleaves including rights of access and rights of way, whether public or private, light, support, drainage, water and wayleaves for masts, pylons, stays, cable, drains and water, gas and other pipes whether contained in the title deeds or informally constituted and whether or not referred to above.

Rettie, their clients and any joint agents give notice that:


Under the HMRC Anti Money Laundering legislation all offers to purchase a property on a cash basis or subject to mortgage require evidence of source of funds. This may include evidence of bank statements/funding source, mortgage or confirmation from a solicitor the purchaser has the funds to conclude the transaction.

All individuals involved in the transaction are required to produce proof of identity and proof of address. Rettie use electronic verification, if this is not possible original documents are acceptable.


Location

Anstruther is a charming and historic coastal town situated in the heart of the East Neuk of Fife, renowned for its picturesque harbour, vibrant community and outstanding natural scenery. The town sits along the shores of the Firth of Forth, with rugged coastline, sandy beaches and scenic walking routes forming part of the renowned Fife Coastal Path.

The surrounding area is rich in characterful villages including Pittenweem, Crail and Elie, each offering independent shops, galleries and renowned dining options. Anstruther itself enjoys a strong year-round tourism market, bolstered by local festivals, a thriving arts scene and celebrated food culture.

The property is ideally positioned for golf enthusiasts, with over 30 golf courses within easy reach, including the world-famous Old Course at St Andrews, located approximately eight miles away. Further championship courses at Carnoustie and Gleneagles are also readily accessible.

Excellent transport links connect Anstruther to St Andrews and the wider Fife region, while Edinburgh, Glasgow, Aberdeen and Balmoral Castle are all within comfortable driving distance. As the only four-star accommodation between Elie and St Andrews, The Spindrift Guest House occupies a highly advantageous position within the local hospitality market.

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