If a picturesque whitewashed, 17th century fisherman's cottage right on the harbour wall in an East Neuk fishing village sounds like a good holiday location, then Sandcastle Cottage in Anstruther in Fife is most definitely for you.

This delightful picture-book house stands at the end of a quiet cobbled cul-de-sac, full of character with its stepped gables and red tiled roof and with glorious sea views from its front windows. The cottage has all 21st century comforts and the beach is literally on the doorstep.

Inside it has been most imaginatively restored and refurbished. Two steps lead down into the downstairs of the house that is mainly taken up by a huge dining kitchen. The kitchen area is at one end and is well-equipped with all appliances you could wish for. There is even a dishwasher so there is no need to argue over whose turn it is to do the dishes! The dining area is handily alongside and is the perfect place to spend an evening round the table with a bottle of wine, putting the world to rights. Also on this level are a neat single bedroom and modern, tiled shower room.

Open tread stairs lead to a bright and cosy sitting room with even more dramatic views across the harbour and a window seat from which to enjoy them. There is also plenty of comfortable seating and a TV/DVD player. There are also two double bedrooms, one of which is very large and the other is smaller but equally as charming. A family bathroom completes the indoor accommodation and there is parking right at the door.