Property Details & Description

Accommodation Comprises

Ground Floor

Entrance Hallway, Living Room, Kitchen/ Diner, WC.

First Floor

Landing, Double Bedroom with Ensuite, Second Double bedroom, Family Bathroom.

Second Floor

Third Double Bedroom, Attic Storage (home office potential)

Garden Grounds

Courtyard, On Street Parking

Mileage

Edinburgh 52 miles. Kelso 8 miles, Jedburgh 10 miles, Tweedbank 21 miles, Hawick 20 miles, Melrose 20 miles, Galashiels 23 miles, Newcastle 62 miles.

(All distances are approximate)

Situation

Morebattle is a popular village in the foothills of the Cheviots lying four miles from Yetholm and eight miles from Kelso. The village includes a primary school and local facilities include store, post office, hotel/village pub and village hall. This area offers spectacular scenery and many miles of walks and bike rides including part of the famous St Cuthberts Way. The market town of Kelso lies 8 miles away and offers a wider range of shops, as well as sports clubs, a high school, supermarkets, restaurants, ice rink and swimming pool. Local tourist attractions include the nearby championship golf course, Floors Castle and Mellerstain House. There are a variety of outdoor pursuits in the area including fishing on the River Tweed, National Hunt racing and walking in the nearby Cheviots. Private schooling is available at Longridge Towers near Berwick. It is possible to commute to both Edinburgh in the north and Newcastle upon Tyne to the south, which makes this a popular area for those looking for value for money and a more relaxed lifestyle whilst being commutable to major centres.

Description

Set in the attractive village of Morebattle, Hillside is a beautiful period property set just off the main street. The property takes in views of the rolling Cheviot hills, hence the name “Hillside”. Perfectly placed it offers an enviable location providing an ideal balance between the best of peaceful village life, with nearby amenities and major transport links.

Entering into the ground floor hallways provides access throughout the homely living accommodation; with an immaculate fully equipped kitchen featuring an abundance of storage and streamlined appliances including a double oven, induction hob, dishwasher and fridge freezer. Additional space for dining furnishings is available here to accommodate kitchen/dining, with an external door opening directly to the courtyard garden – perfect for enjoying a cup of tea at the start of the day or al fresco dining in the warmer months. From the hall, a useful cloakroom is fitted with both utility room storage and laundry space, as well as a ground floor W/C. A dual aspect living room sits to the lefts side adding a cosy space for the whole family to relax; with a feature wood burning stove and exposed beams adding character with a modern twist.

Following the staircase to the first-floor landing, the principal bedroom is well proportioned with a stylish shower room ensuite and left over space currently used for remaining freestanding furniture. Bedroom two is located across the landing, a further well-appointed double, with the family bathroom also on this level – finished to an impeccable standard with four-piece suite including freestanding bath. An attic opens from the first-floor staircase; offering the potential to create a home office/study space, with the third double bedroom positioned on the upper level, with arguably the best views of the house.

Garden Grounds

The rear courtyard garden is an excellent sun trap, laid with astroturf it is easily maintained whilst having an attractive appearance. The fully enclosed aspect of this garden makes it ideal for children and dogs to be able to explore it freely whilst being safe and secure.

The property has no designated parking space, on-street parking and public car parks are available nearby.

GENERAL REMARKS

Satellite Navigation

For those with the use of Satellite Navigation the postcode for this property is TD5 8QG.

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Tenure

Freehold

Fixtures and Fittings

The following should be noted:

(i) Fitted carpets are included in the sale

(ii) Fitted blinds are included in the sale.

(iii) Light fittings are included in the sale.

iv) Some furniture may be available by separate negotiation.

Listing and Conservation

Hillside is not listed however it is in a conservation area.

Services

Mains water electric and drainage.

Gas LPG Heating

Double Glazing throughout

Council Tax

Band D

Energy Efficiency Rating

Band F

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

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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 particular 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.