Property Details & Description

Accommodation Comprises

Ground Floor

Entrance Hall, Kitchen Diner, Sitting Room.

Upper Ground Floor

Rear Porch

First Floor

Landing, Three Double bedrooms, Family Bathroom, Small Single bedroom/Ideal office space

Second Floor

Principal Bedroom, Bathroom, Storage Cupboard.

Exterior

Private Rear Garden offering complete seclusion, Off Street Parking to the front and rear, Garage and Garden shed.

Mileage

Edinburgh 44 miles, Kelso 15 miles, Jedburgh 13 miles, Hawick 9 miles, Tweedbank Railway Station 7.5 miles, Melrose 7 miles, St Boswells 5 miles, Liliesleaf 1.4 miles.

Situation

The Cottage sits within a central plot within the idyllic village of Lilliesleaf, which homes a wonderful pub – the Plough and a primary school with nursery. Lilliesleaf has a small active community feel with many young families.

Just 7 miles North of The Cottage is the popular Borders Town of Melrose. Melrose sits on the banks of the River Tweed, boasting a variety of specialist shops, a supermarket, hotels, butcher, bakery, cafés, bars and restaurants.

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. Galashiels is the largest town in the Borders, located just 8 miles away from Prieston House. Galashiels offers a full range of supermakets, shops, banks, schooling and direct rail access into Edinburgh within 1 hour. There are a variety of outdoor pursuits in the area including fishing on the River Tweed, horse riding, golf, clay pigeon shooting, cycling and a ride selection of stunning walks including the St Cuthberts Way and the Southern Upland Way. The town of Hawick sits 9 miles from Lilliesleaf with all the usual local amenities including leisure centre and swimming pool, fantastic large green park with an award winning pumptrack.

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

Lilliesleaf is a 20 minute drive to the Borders railway at Tweedbank- connecting the borders to Edinburgh and further afield. Edinburgh is about 44 miles to the north with its rail connections and international airport, as well as its well renowned annual festival and many other cultural attractions.

General Description

The first floor of the cottage has stood as a landmark of the village since the late 1700s, with further floors being added over the following 2 centuries. The Cottage is a beautiful, semi- detached home located within the pretty village of Lilliesleaf just South of the highly regarded town of Melrose. The Cottage is offered for sale in immaculate condition with any further improvements being of personal taste.

On the ground floor is a welcoming entrance hall, with understairs storage, the homely sitting room with feature wood burner stove, alcove shelving and exposed stone feature wall both here and in the kitchen. Bespoke fitted kitchen/diner is equipped with a Leisure rangemaster cooker, a large selection of wooden wall and base units, granite worktops and ample space for white goods including fridge freezer, washing machine and dishwasher. The kitchen provides a welcoming space to enjoy family meals together.

Following the staircase to the lower first floor is a bright back porch providing garden access. Moving further up the stairs is the first-floor landing, the quirky family bathroom can be found at the top of the stairs, fitted with a with shower over bath, WC and hand basin. There are three double bedrooms on the first floor, one currently being utilised as a playroom, this could be an ideal office for a home worker. Also on this floor is a small single room which could also be utilised as a study.

Up a second set of stairs is the principal bedroom in a south facing dormer extension with triple windows encasing the garden view and a second bathroom separated by a landing space containing two helpful attic cupboards, this bathroom is fitted with separate shower, WC and vanity unit.

The home has an air source heat pump unit for central heating and hot water with pressurised heat storage unit.

The south facing rear garden is entirely enclosed and secure, ideal for children and pets. The garden is currently laid mostly to lawn with a selection of flower beds, a landscaped rockery, a seating/play area with central firepit, a decked outdoor dining area for the warmer months, a log store, a serviced garden shed and wrap around countryside views. A wonderful family orientated garden to enjoy the outdoors.

Off street parking can be found at the left side of the property with additional driveway to the rear next to the serviced garage. A perfect area for storing a caravan or campervan.

GENERAL REMARKS AND INFORMATION

Viewing

Viewing is strictly by appointment with the selling agents Rettie & Co, 1 Abbey Street, Melrose TD6 9PX. Tel: 01896 824 070

Satellite Navigation

For the benefit of those with satellite navigation the property’s postcode is TD6 9JB.

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Fixtures and Fittings

The following should be noted:

(i)        Fitted carpets, blinds and light fittings are included in the sale.

(ii)      Some furniture and white goods are available by separate negotiation.

Entry & Possession

Entry and vacant possession will be by mutual agreement and arrangement.

Services

Mains electricity, drainage and water.

Local Authority

Scottish Borders Council, Council HQ, Newtown Street, St Boswells, Melrose TD6 0SA. Tel: 0300 100 1800. Email: customeradvice@scotborders.gov.uk.

Council Tax

Band E

EPC Rating

Band E

Home Report

A Home Report incorporating a Single Survey, Energy Performance Certificate and Property Questionnaire is available for parties genuinely interested in this property. Please contact us, either by telephone or via the website entry for this property, to request a copy. No charge is made for electronic copies; a paper copy can also be made available from our offices or by post, at a charge of £20 to cover reproduction and administrative costs.

Offers

Offers should be submitted in Scottish Legal Form to the selling agents Rettie & Co, 1 Abbey Street, Melrose TD6 9PX. Tel: 01896 824 070

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.

Websites and Social Media

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.

In addition, our social media platforms are facebook.com – Rettie & Co. Borders; twitter.com – RettieandCo; Instagram and LinkedIn.

Proof and Source of Funds/Anti Money Laundering

Under the HMRC Anti Money Laundering legislation all offers to purchase a property on a cash basis or subject to mortgage require evidence of source of funds. This may include evidence of bank statements/funding source, mortgage or confirmation from a solicitor the purchaser has the funds to conclude the transaction.

All individuals involved in the transaction are required to produce proof of identity and proof of address.     This is acceptable either as original or certified documents.

Misrepresentations

1.       The property is sold with all faults and defects, whether of condition or otherwise and neither the seller nor Rettie & Co, 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 & Co, 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 & Co. 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.