Property Details & Description

Accommodation Comprises

Ground Floor

Entrance hall, kitchen/diner, sitting room, double bedroom, bathroom, single bedroom, boot room.

First Floor

Two double bedrooms, office.

Outside

Front garden with thoughtfully positioned seating areas, planted flower beds, garden shed, log store, private parking.

Mileage

Edinburgh 38 miles   Berwick-upon-Tweed 36 miles   Tweedbank Railway Terminus 4 miles Melrose 1 mile

(All distances are approximate)

Situation

Barnethead occupies a private position within the historic and pretty village of Newstead. Reputedly one of the oldest continually inhabited settlements in Scotland, Newstead is within walking distance of Melrose, which boasts a variety of specialist shops, a supermarket, hotels, cafés, bars, and restaurants. Excellent amenities in nearby Galashiels include a cinema, large supermarkets, and well-known High Street retailers. Local tourist attractions include Melrose Abbey; Harmony House; Priorwood Gardens; The Greenyards, home of Melrose RFC and Rugby Sevens; and Abbotsford House, the former home of Sir Walter Scott. There is a variety of outdoor pursuits in the area including fishing on the River Tweed, rough and syndicated shooting, horse riding, golf and a selection of walks including the Southern Upland Way.

Local schooling includes Melrose Grammar Primary school and the highly regarded St Marys preparatory school, as well as being within the catchment area of Earlston High School, which was one of only two schools in Scotland to feature in Tatler’s Top 20 State Secondary Schools 2018.

The Borders General Hospital lies just outside Melrose and nearby Tweedbank (5 minutes to the west of Newstead), has a station on the Borders Railway providing a service into central Edinburgh with approximately an hour’s journey time. Berwick Upon Tweed (approx. 36 miles) provides a major rail link for travel to the south and for the frequent flier, airports can be found in Edinburgh, Glasgow or Newcastle.

Description

Built in the 1800s, Barnethead is a characterful four-bedroom home set within the rural conservation village of Newstead; located just a short drive from the popular town of Melrose and Tweedbank Railway Station providing a direct rail link into Edinburgh.

Offered in terrific condition, the property sits in a generous plot and benefits from ample living space over two levels. Upon entrance through the main front door is the welcoming entrance hall, providing access into the entire ground floor accomodation. Comprised on the ground floor is a spacious double bedroom, enjoying scenic views over the Eildon’s, a homely sitting room with feature wood burning stove and alcove shelving, a single bedroom, a well-equipped family bathroom and the Kitchen/Diner. The kitchen is fitted with an gas oven and hob, a large selection of wooden base units, pantry cupboard, and ample space for white goods. There is a boot room with ample space for household storage.

Two spacious double bedrooms can be reached on the first floor, one benefiting from a feature fireplace and built in storage cupboard. Completing the first floor is a small study, it makes a great spot for a home worker.

The south facing garden is cleverly landscaped to offer a selection of pretty focal points including a well kept lawn, planted flowers beds, a small patio seating area and gravel pathways. There is an outdoor log store and a garden shed to aid outdoor garden storage. The garden offers a fantastic unspoilt view over the Eildon Hills.

There is private parking for multiple cars to the front and side of the property.

GENERAL REMARKS

Satellite Navigation

The postcode for the property is TD6 9DY.

What3words

Use the What3words application or the site and location map provided.

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Tenure

Freehold

Fixtures and Fittings

All fitted carpets, curtains and light fitting are included in the sale.

Some furniture may be available by separate negotiation.

Listing and Conservation

Barnethead is not a listed building however it is in a conservation area.

Services

Mains electricity, Mains water, mains drainage.

Gas Central Heating.

Council Tax

Band E

Energy Efficiency Rating

Band E

Local Authority

Scottish Borders Council - Telephone: 01835 824 000.

Internet Web Site

This property and other properties offered by Rettie & Co can be viewed on our website at www.rettie.co.uk as well as our affiliated websites at www.rightmove.co.uk www.onthemarket.com and www.thelondonoffice.co.uk.

Servitude Rights, Burdens & Wayleaves

The property is sold subject to and with the benefit of all servitude rights, burdens, reservations and wayleaves including rights of access and rights of way, whether public or private, light, support, drainage, water and wayleaves for masts, pylons, stays, cable, drains and water, gas and other pipes whether contained in the title deeds or informally constituted and whether or not referred to above.

Particulars and Plans

These particulars and plan are believed to be correct, but they are in no way guaranteed. Any error, omission or misstatement shall not annul the sale or entitle any party to compensation nor in any circumstances give grounds for action at law.

Misrepresentations

1. The property is sold with all faults and defects, whether of condition or otherwise and neither the seller nor Rettie Borders LLP, the selling agent, are responsible for such faults and defects, nor for any statement contained in the particulars of the property prepared by the said agent.

2. The Purchaser(s) shall be deemed to acknowledge that he has not entered into contact in reliance on the said statements, that he has satisfied himself as to the content of each of the said statements by inspection or otherwise and that no warranty or representation has been made by the seller or the said agents in relation to or in connection with the property.

3. Any error, omission or misstatement in any of the said statements shall not entitle the purchaser(s) to rescind or to be discharged from this contract, nor entitle either party to compensation or damages nor in any circumstances to give either party any cause for action.

Important Notice

Rettie Borders LLP, their clients and any joint agents give notice that:

1. They are not authorised to make or give any representations or warranties in relation to the property either in writing or by word of mouth. Any information given is entirely without responsibility on the part of the agents or the sellers. These particulars do not form part of any offer or contract and must not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact.

2. Any areas, measurements or distances are approximate. The text, photographs and plans are for guidance only and are not necessarily comprehensive and it should not be assumed that the property remains as photographed. Any error, omission or misstatement shall not annul the sale, or entitle any party to compensation or recourse to action at law. It should not be assumed that the property has all necessary planning, building regulation or other consents, including for its current use. Rettie Borders LLP have not tested any services, equipment or facilities. Purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise and ought to seek their own professional advice.

3. All descriptions or references to condition are given in good faith only. Whilst every endeavour is made to ensure accuracy, please check with us on any points of especial importance to you, especially if intending to travel some distance. No responsibility can be accepted for expenses incurred in inspecting properties which have been sold or withdrawn.