A multi-million-pound expansion of a private members club is to bring 40 new jobs to north-east Fife.
The Eden Club is to construct 10 “ultra-high-end” residences at its Pittormie Castle base.
The £12 million project will double the number of fully serviced second homes on the estate in addition to the eight stately suites located in the main castle.
The investment will be privately funded by the owners following rising demand for memberships from wealthy visitors from around the world.
Fiona McIlroy, general manager of the Eden Club and Pittormie Castle, said the expansion would allow the club to capitalise on increased international interest in the area.
“Our owners believe that it is the right time to invest in the property as we see opportunities for growth in our international membership club model,” she said.
“We now have great demand from international members looking to visit Scotland year round, to play golf, hunt or enjoy other pursuits using our iconic castle home as their base.
“Unlike other Scottish clubs, the Eden Club is not venue dependent.
“Members join an international club which gives access to multiple dimensions wherever they reside, including a luxurious lifestyle concierge, outstanding events schedule and private residence club.”
Pittormie Castle and estate was purchased in 2005 from the McKinnon family, who until recently owned Drambuie.
The Eden Club was established, renovating the castle and creating what it states to be “the most luxurious private members club at the home of golf”.
It now hosts more than 700 members from 42 different countries.
The castle is particularly popular with the North American market.