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"Hillcrest", Formonthills, Benvane Road, Glenrothes, KY6

Land size
3.2 acres
Bedrooms
5
Bathrooms
4

Key Features

  • Substantial Bungalow
  • Rural Location
  • 5 Bedrooms, 4 Bathrooms
  • Approx 3.2 acres of mature and private garden grounds
  • Triple Door Garage
  • Private Driveway

Description

Duncan Laing and REMAX Professionals have been privileged to offer to the market this outstanding opportunity to enjoy country living at its very finest, yet close to everything one might want regarding amenities and shopping. Set amidst over three acres of landscaped private grounds in the exclusive Formonthills area on the fringes of Glenrothes, this substantial and striking bespoke five-bedroom bungalow offers an exceptional blend of luxury, space, and seclusion.

Designed with both elegance and practicality in mind, the property boasts a truly impressive layout. At the heart of the home, expansive living spaces are complemented by high-quality finishes and thoughtful design throughout, offering both sophistication and warmth with the main living dining space being wrapped around a central fireplace. There is a generous master bedroom complete with its own, walk-in, dressing room, a well-appointed en-suite bathroom, and a unique adjoining second sitting room, creating a private retreat within the home. 4 additional bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, a family/breakfast room and study ensure comfort and convenience for family living and guests alike.

The triple garage provides extensive capacity, potentially accommodating up to six vehicles, ideal for car enthusiasts or those requiring additional storage.

The grounds are a defining feature, extending to just over three acres of mature gardens that offer a rare sense of privacy and tranquillity. Despite its peaceful setting, the property enjoys excellent connectivity, with major road and rail links easily accessible, as well as the full range of shopping, leisure, and amenities available in nearby Glenrothes.

Perfectly positioned on the doorstep of the Lomond Hills Regional Park, the location is ideal for those who enjoy outdoor pursuits, from walking and cycling to simply taking in the natural beauty of the surrounding landscape. For golf enthusiasts, Fife is renowned worldwide, with an outstanding selection of courses including the iconic Old Course at St Andrews, approximately a 30-minute drive away.

This is a rare opportunity to acquire a truly special home that combines bespoke design, generous accommodation, and an enviable lifestyle setting. Viewings strictly by appointment.

The property comprises: Entrance vestibule - Hallway - Lounge/Dining/Conservatory - Kitchen - Utility Room - 5 Large Bedrooms (master ensuite bathroom and dressing room) - 2nd Sitting Room - Family Bathroom - Family Room - Breakfast Room - Study - Large Triple door Garage - Private Driveway - Substantial Gardens of approx 3.5 acres


EPC Rating: C

Entrance Vestibule

Reception Hall

Lounge/Dining/Conservatory

Kitchen/Diner

Utility Room

Family/Breakfast Room

Master Bedroom

en-suite bathroom

Sitting Room

Study/Office

Family Bathroom

Shower Room

Jack & Jill shower room shared by bedrooms 2 and 3

Bedroom 3

Bedroom 4

Shower Room

Jack & Jill shower room shared by bedrooms 4 and 5

Bedroom 5

Front Garden

A charming, secluded front garden framed by mature trees, established shrubs and leafy planting, offering a peaceful and private setting. Thre is also an area of lawn surrounded by mature bushes accessed via stone chipped pathway. The property benefits from a generous monobloc driveway, complemented by a low-maintenance stone-chipped area, providing both practicality and kerb appeal.

Rear Garden

Set within over three acres of beautifully landscaped grounds, this impressive garden enjoys a wonderfully private position backing onto Woodland Trust land. Predominantly laid to lawn, the grounds are interspersed with paved patios and pathways, ideal for outdoor entertaining and family use. An abundance of mature trees, established bushes and varied shrubbery create a tranquil, peaceful atmosphere, perfectly capturing the charm of a true countryside setting.

Parking - Garage

The property benefits from a large attached garage with triple door and could provide parking for up to 6 vehicles arranged in tandem. Power and lighting fitted. Further "up and over" metal door to the rear garden.

Parking - Driveway

There is a substantial driveway and private road at the property which is laid to monobloc paviers and could provide off-street parking for up to 6 vehicles

Map Location

Property details

Tenure
Freehold
Council Tax Band
G
Date Posted
2026-05-30

Market Value Analysis

Compared with 449 Homes with Land listings in Scotland (1+ acres).

This Property£273,438 / acre
Homes with Land Average (1+ acres) £81,146 / acre
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Energy Performance Certificate

Energy Efficiency Rating

Very energy efficient - lower running costs
CurrentPotential
(92+)A
(81-91)B
(69-80)C
(55-68)D
(39-54)E
(21-38)F
(1-20)G
78 C
80 C

Based on UK Energy Performance Certificate standards (EU Directive 2002/91/EC)

Running costs are one side. Planning activity, flood history and ground risks for this location are in the full report.

Utilities & Restrictions

Utilities

Electricity
Mains
Water
Mains
Heating
Gas Central Heating
Broadband
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Sewerage
Mains

Rights & Restrictions

Public Rights of Way
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Private Rights of Way
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Listed Property
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Restrictions
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Listed status, conservation areas and planning constraints for this location are in the full report.

Property Features

Accessibility
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Parking
Garage, Driveway
Garden
Front Garden, Rear Garden

Beyond the particulars: planning activity, flood history, heritage and ground risks, checked for this exact spot.

Connectivity

Broadband

Fastest speed available at this postcode

1.8 Gbps

Gigabit full fibre · available to 88% of premises

Suitable for

  • 4K streaming on every screen
  • Full-time home working
  • Online gaming & big downloads

Mobile signal

CallsDataEE Good GoodO2 Good GoodThree Good GoodVodafone Good Good

Outdoor predictions; indoor signal depends on building materials.

Ofcom Connected Nations postcode-level predictions. Speeds and signal are modelled, not measured, and vary between addresses and providers.

Signal is the easy part. Planning activity, flood history and protected designations here are in the full report.

Nearest Schools

Primary

  • Collydean Primary School769 metres
    Pupils
    334
    Type
    Non-denominational
  • Pitcoudie Primary School1 mile
    Pupils
    293
    Type
    Non-denominational
  • Southwood Primary School1.2 miles
    Pupils
    222
    Type
    Non-denominational
  • South Parks Primary School1.3 miles
    Pupils
    203
    Type
    Non-denominational
  • Leslie Primary School1.6 miles
    Pupils
    212
    Type
    Non-denominational

Secondary

  • Glenrothes High School1.3 miles
    Pupils
    830
    Type
    Non-denominational
  • Glenwood High School1.4 miles
    Pupils
    876
    Type
    Non-denominational
  • Auchmuty High School2.1 miles
    Pupils
    1,302
    Type
    Non-denominational
  • Kirkcaldy High School5.9 miles
    Pupils
    1,469
    Type
    Non-denominational
  • St Andrew's R C High School6.1 miles
    Pupils
    867
    Type
    Roman Catholic

Distances are straight-line from the advertised location. Source: the national school registers (DfE, Welsh Government, Scottish Government) and Ofsted.

Schools are just the start: planning activity, heritage and any flood history here are in the full report.

Amenities

Supermarket

Morrisons Daily Glenrothes, Glenrothes0.7 miles
Co-op Cadham, Glenrothes1.2 miles
Iceland Glenwood, Glenrothes1.5 miles

GP surgery

North Glen Medical Practice1.2 miles

Pharmacy

Cadham Pharmacy Ltd1.2 miles

Green space

Play Space239 metres

Walking trail

North Glenrothes path network54 metres

Straight-line distances from the advertised location. Sources: NHS records, Geolytix supermarket locations, OS Open Greenspace and the national trails registers.

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Getting Around

Nearest station

Markinch Rail Station2.8 miles

Nearest bus stop

Cromdale Brae375 metres

Typical drive times

Leslie6 min · 2.5 miles
Falkland10 min · 5.7 miles
Markinch8 min · 3.7 miles
Glenrothes6 min · 2.6 miles
Dunfermline (city)31 min · 19 miles

Straight-line distances from the advertised location; drive times are typical free-flow times over OpenStreetMap road data, so allow more at peak. Public transport locations from DfT NaPTAN.

Easy to reach matters. So do planning activity, flood history and ground risks: all in the full report.

Flood Risk

From SEPA flood map open data, checked around the advertised map pin and allowing for the listed acreage where known. This summary comes from LandSale, the advertising platform, not from the listing agent, and is not part of the agent's particulars. Risk can vary across a single holding, so verify anything critical through your own searches before committing.

Rivers and the sea

Not shown on SEPA's flood mapsLower risk

Surface water

Within SEPA's mapped surface water extentMapped risk

Mapped within the area searched, not at the advertised map pin itself.

These bandings are the summary. Where this location sits on the flood maps, plus planning activity, heritage and ground risks, is in the full report.

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