The £1.75m St Andrews flat overlooking 18th at legendary Old Course

Aflat overlooking the 18th hole at St Andrews’ Old Course has gone on the market for a whopping £1.75 million.

The “impressive luxury duplex apartment”, 8a Jamieson House on Gibson Place, has one of the world’s most sought-after views.

It looks out on to the links course and iconic Swilcan Bridge.

It comes to the market just days before the 150th Open Championship tees off, with 290,000 spectators expected.

It is being offered for sale by Thorntons Solicitors, which says it is ideal for spectators and golfers who “want to own a unique slice of golf history”.

Situated over the ground and garden levels of an imposing C-listed Victorian building, it is almost 2,000 square feet.

It has two large reception rooms, including a spacious lounge with remarkable course views, two double bedrooms, a study or third bedroom and two bathrooms.

There is a small private front garden and even a wine cellar – ideal for sipping a nice glass while enjoying the golf.

Peter Ryder, managing director of Thorntons, says it offers a once-in-a-lifetime chance to buy a home with one of the most exclusive views in the world.

He said: “Spacious and highly flexible, it would make a remarkable home for a diverse range of homeowners, from a growing family to downsizers seeking to enjoy a relaxed pace of life, with access to the finest golfing and, of course, St Andrews’ beautiful beach, which is just a few minutes’ walk away.

“Priced at £1.75m, we expect it to catch the eye of

“We expect it to catch the eye of select spectators – and golfers

select spectators – and golfers who want to own a unique slice of golf history.”

And it is not the only £1m property for sale in St Andrews.

For those less concerned with golf, there is a spacious six-bedroom, semidetached home in the East Scores conservation area, which is inviting offers over £1,000,000.

With a beach-front location, 30 Castelea is spread over three floors and closes on July 20.

The second floor has potential for self-contained accommodation.

ROOM WITH A VIEW: A huge bay window at Gibson Place provides an enviable vista over the most famous hole in golf and the iconic Swilcan Bridge.