126 North Street
Old Seabox, St. Andrews, Fife, KY16 9AF
Guide Price
£950,000
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Property Tags: Walled Garden
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Summary Details
- First Marketed: Apr 2023
- Removed: Date Not Available
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- Property Tags: Walled Garden
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Historic terraced house in prime, central location
Description
The Old Seabox, 126 North Street, is a former fisherman’s house which is believed to originate from the sixteenth century and to contain stone from the ruined cathedral. It was remodelled in the 1700s and extended into its present form in the 1980s.
The house belonged to The Seafaring Society which was founded in 1643 . The membership comprised masters, mates and mariners who paid dues as a proportion of their earnings. The society also derived income from property and investment funds. The society supported members who were prevented from working by illness or disability, those over 55 and their widows and children. Alternative names for the society included the Sea Poor Box of St Andrews (1734), the Sea Box Society of St Andrews (1863), the Poor Sea Box Society of St Andrews (1880). The Society ceased to be registered in 1920 and the last meeting was held in January 1921.
The present owners bought the house in the early 2000s and carried out a full renovation at that time. It is a charming property which retains many period features such as exposed stone walls, wooden floors and working window shutters. Original, cut stones from the cathedral can be clearly seen.
The front door leads to a hall with a deep under stairs cupboard. The two reception rooms sit either side and have exposed stone walls and fireplaces one with a solid fuel stoves. The sitting room opens into the sun room and the dining room into the kitchen.
The kitchen has marble topped wooden units and the appliances comprise a Neff oven and hob, integrated fridge, Stoves dishwasher and washing machine. The adjoining sun room has a tiled floor, bay window and French doors to a paved terrace outside. There is a shower room off.
The two bedrooms on the first floor both have built in cupboards and windows to the front and rear. They are served by a bathroom with bath with shower over, WC and washbasin.
The two bedrooms on the second floor have coombed ceilings with a low ceiling hight and dormer windows. There is a deep linen cupboard and boiler cupboard off the landing.
Garden
The Old Seabox has a long, south facing garden which is fully walled on both sides. There is a sheltered, paved terrace outside the sun room. Steps lead up to a lawn with paved paths, a barbeque area and shrub beds around. There is a paved mid-section with a sundial and trellis fencing. Behind is a wooded area with a garden shed and raised playhouse.
Location
The Old Seabox, 126 North Street, has a prime setting in central St Andrews. It is opposite the University Library and a short way along from St Salvator’s Chapel. St Salvator’s Quadrangle, where many University functions take place, and the Younger Hall are close by. The University of St Andrews is one of the oldest in Britain (founded in 1413) and attracts students from all over the world.
The property is well placed for access to The Royal and Ancient Clubhouse and the world famous Old Course. St Andrews is renowned worldwide as “the home of golf”. There are now seven golf courses at St Andrews including the Old Course, which was host to the 150th Open Championship in 2022. There are many other golf courses in the area including The Duke’s Course, two courses at Fairmont, St Andrews Bay, Kingsbarns, Crail and Elie.
St Andrews has a good range of shops, hotels, restaurants and supermarkets, a cinema and the Byre Theatre. The Scores, which is the cliff top street which leads to the West Sands Beach, runs parallel to North Street. The town has several primary schools and state secondary schooling at Madras College and private co-educational schooling at St Leonards. Dundee High School is within easy reach.
Beyond St Andrews is the East Neuk of Fife with its spectacular coastline which boasts fishing villages built around picturesque harbours and sandy unspoilt beaches. Leuchars railway station (5 miles) is on the main Aberdeen to London line and connects to Dundee and Edinburgh. Edinburgh Airport, with its range of domestic and international flights, is 50 miles away.
Square Footage: 1,630 sq ft
Acreage: 0.12 Acres
Directions
Take the A91 into St Andrews and continue straight on along North Street. The Old Seabox, 126 North Street is situated on the right hand side midway between Greyfriars Garden and College Street.
Additional Info
Viewings
Strictly by appointment with Savills -[use Contact Agent Button].
Solicitors
Andrew Baillie Solicitors, 103 High Street, Kinross, KY13 8AQ
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Services
Mains water, drainage, electricity and gas. Central heating and hot water from gas fired boiler.
Local Authority & rates
The Old Seabox, 126 North Street is in Fife Council and is currently rated as a Self-Catering Unit with a Rateable Value of £4,800.
Conservation Area and Listing
The Old Seabox, 126 North Street is in the St Andrews Conservation Area.
Fixtures & Fittings
The curtains and light fittings are included in the sale. Some furniture may be available to be bought in addition. The dining table is available for £3,000.
Parking Permit
Residents in North Street between Murray Park and Union Street are entitled to apply to Fife Council for a parking permit which currently costs £100 per year.
Marketed by: Savills, Edinburgh
Description
The Old Seabox, 126 North Street, is a former fisherman’s house which is believed to originate from the sixteenth century and to contain stone from the ruined cathedral. It was remodelled in the 1700s and extended into its present form in the 1980s.
The house belonged to The Seafaring Society which was founded in 1643 . The membership comprised masters, mates and mariners who paid dues as a proportion of their earnings. The society also derived income from property and investment funds. The society supported members who were prevented from working by illness or disability, those over 55 and their widows and children. Alternative names for the society included the Sea Poor Box of St Andrews (1734), the Sea Box Society of St Andrews (1863), the Poor Sea Box Society of St Andrews (1880). The Society ceased to be registered in 1920 and the last meeting was held in January 1921.
The present owners bought the house in the early 2000s and carried out a full renovation at that time. It is a charming property which retains many period features such as exposed stone walls, wooden floors and working window shutters. Original, cut stones from the cathedral can be clearly seen.
The front door leads to a hall with a deep under stairs cupboard. The two reception rooms sit either side and have exposed stone walls and fireplaces one with a solid fuel stoves. The sitting room opens into the sun room and the dining room into the kitchen.
The kitchen has marble topped wooden units and the appliances comprise a Neff oven and hob, integrated fridge, Stoves dishwasher and washing machine. The adjoining sun room has a tiled floor, bay window and French doors to a paved terrace outside. There is a shower room off.
The two bedrooms on the first floor both have built in cupboards and windows to the front and rear. They are served by a bathroom with bath with shower over, WC and washbasin.
The two bedrooms on the second floor have coombed ceilings with a low ceiling hight and dormer windows. There is a deep linen cupboard and boiler cupboard off the landing.
Garden
The Old Seabox has a long, south facing garden which is fully walled on both sides. There is a sheltered, paved terrace outside the sun room. Steps lead up to a lawn with paved paths, a barbeque area and shrub beds around. There is a paved mid-section with a sundial and trellis fencing. Behind is a wooded area with a garden shed and raised playhouse.
Location
The Old Seabox, 126 North Street, has a prime setting in central St Andrews. It is opposite the University Library and a short way along from St Salvator’s Chapel. St Salvator’s Quadrangle, where many University functions take place, and the Younger Hall are close by. The University of St Andrews is one of the oldest in Britain (founded in 1413) and attracts students from all over the world.
The property is well placed for access to The Royal and Ancient Clubhouse and the world famous Old Course. St Andrews is renowned worldwide as “the home of golf”. There are now seven golf courses at St Andrews including the Old Course, which was host to the 150th Open Championship in 2022. There are many other golf courses in the area including The Duke’s Course, two courses at Fairmont, St Andrews Bay, Kingsbarns, Crail and Elie.
St Andrews has a good range of shops, hotels, restaurants and supermarkets, a cinema and the Byre Theatre. The Scores, which is the cliff top street which leads to the West Sands Beach, runs parallel to North Street. The town has several primary schools and state secondary schooling at Madras College and private co-educational schooling at St Leonards. Dundee High School is within easy reach.
Beyond St Andrews is the East Neuk of Fife with its spectacular coastline which boasts fishing villages built around picturesque harbours and sandy unspoilt beaches. Leuchars railway station (5 miles) is on the main Aberdeen to London line and connects to Dundee and Edinburgh. Edinburgh Airport, with its range of domestic and international flights, is 50 miles away.
Square Footage: 1,630 sq ft
Acreage: 0.12 Acres
Directions
Take the A91 into St Andrews and continue straight on along North Street. The Old Seabox, 126 North Street is situated on the right hand side midway between Greyfriars Garden and College Street.
Additional Info
Viewings
Strictly by appointment with Savills -[use Contact Agent Button].
Solicitors
Andrew Baillie Solicitors, 103 High Street, Kinross, KY13 8AQ
[use Contact Agent Button]
[use Contact Agent Button]
Services
Mains water, drainage, electricity and gas. Central heating and hot water from gas fired boiler.
Local Authority & rates
The Old Seabox, 126 North Street is in Fife Council and is currently rated as a Self-Catering Unit with a Rateable Value of £4,800.
Conservation Area and Listing
The Old Seabox, 126 North Street is in the St Andrews Conservation Area.
Fixtures & Fittings
The curtains and light fittings are included in the sale. Some furniture may be available to be bought in addition. The dining table is available for £3,000.
Parking Permit
Residents in North Street between Murray Park and Union Street are entitled to apply to Fife Council for a parking permit which currently costs £100 per year.
Marketed by: Savills, Edinburgh
Land Registry Data
- No historical data found.