Torwood, Edinburgh Road, Galashiels

Selkirkshire, TD1 2EZ

Torwood, Edinburgh Road, Galashiels, Selkirkshire, TD1 2EZ

4

Bed(s)

3

Bath(s)

3,026

SQFT

A handsome, 4-bedroom detached family home set in a plot of approximately 1.8 acres, with stunning scenic views on the outskirts of the popular Border town of Galashiels. The property is set in an elevated position and offers spacious, well presented accommodation over two floors as well as a serviced detached double garage, an outbuilding, mature garden grounds and well-maintained amenity land which could be used as grazing, planted up as an orchard or for recreational purposes. Galashiels Railway Station is just 1.5 miles away providing an accessible rail link into Edinburgh.

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Lucy Murray

Rettie & Co


01896 824 070
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Lucy Murray

Rettie & Co


01896 824 070

Property Details & Description

Accommodation Comprises

Ground Floor

Porch, open plan kitchen/living/dining room, sunroom, kitchen 2 with separate utility and WC, living room, sitting room, conservatory.


First Floor

Principal bedroom with dressing room and ensuite bathroom, double bedroom with ensuite bathroom, two further double bedrooms, shower room.


Outside

Detached double garage, outbuilding/workshop, garden grounds, large patio, an additional acre of land.


Mileage

Edinburgh 35 miles, Selkirk, 8 miles, Melrose 5 miles, Galashiels Railway Station 1.5 miles (All distances are approximate)

 

Situation

Torwood is situated in a semi-rural location on the outskirts of the popular Border town of Galashiels. The property sits in a peaceful, elevated position benefitting from far reaching views out over the surrounding countryside.

Galashiels is the largest of the region’s towns, it is well serviced with a range of independent shops, restaurants, cafes along with supermarkets and high street shops. The Mac Arts Centre and the Volunteer Hall host a wide variety of music events throughout the year attracting some well-known performing artists. The Borders Railway was formally opened in September 2015 connecting the city of Edinburgh to the Scottish Borders, Torwood is just a short drive away from the nearest station, making it an ideal location for people commuting to Edinburgh for work. Surrounding Galashiels there are a range of popular attractions including historic castles and towns such as Melrose and Selkirk. The outstandingly beautiful Northumberland coastline, the Cheviot Hills and Holy Island are all within a short drive as are the market towns of Kelso and Peebles. Country and sporting pursuits are readily available, including hill walking, fishing, golf (Torwoodlee Golf Club is within walking distance) and mountain biking in the Tweed Valley.

 

Description

Torwood is a most impressive 4-bedroom, 4 reception detached family home set in a plot of approximately 1.8 acres in a semi-rural location with stunning scenic views on the outskirts of Galashiels. The house sits in an elevated position within mature gardens and grounds and benefits from a serviced detached double garage, a small outbuilding/workshop, a large, stepped patio as well as well-maintained amenity land.

. The property is approached up a sweeping tarmac driveway which leads to the back of the property where ample off-street parking can be found. From here a path leads around the side of the house to the properties’ front door giving access into the entrance hall. From the entrance hall the property’s spacious conservatory can be reached.

Through double doors from the conservatory the dual aspect sitting room with stunning views can also be reached. From here, the recently refurbished open plan kitchen/living/dining space can be accessed. This is a wonderful contemporary room featuring polished porcelain tile flooring, a state-of-the-art kitchen featuring granite worktops, an island with a sink, integrated appliances, ,and a generous number of both wall and base units (the range cooker may or may not be available by separate negotiation). There is also ample space for both a dining room table and sofas to create a more comfortable sitting area. From the open plan area, the sunroom can be accessed. This bright and airy room offers additional sitting space with particularly stunning scenic views out to the hills and beyond. Also on this level and to the rear of the property is a 2nd kitchen with porch giving access to the side of the property and a utility room with separate WC. The kitchen features wall and base units, a Rangecooker and a stainless-steel sink as well as a separate sitting area with a multi fuel stove which, when lit, can be set to feed all the radiators. Completing the ground floor accommodation is the south facing, dual aspect living room featuring a gas fireplace, bay window and views up to Miegle Hill.

 

Up the split landing staircase the first floor can be accessed. To the left, the accommodation comprises of a principal bedroom with dressing room and ensuite bathroom featuring a jacuzzi bath, a mirror with a light, a heated towel rail and a large separate shower and a double bedroom with an ensuite bathroom also with a Jacuzzi bath and shower over and a useful storage cupboard. To the right, the accommodation comprises of two double bedrooms, both with views which are served by a shower room with a large built in vanity unit and a cupboard off the hallway which provides useful storage space.

 

Garden Grounds

Torwood is set in a semi-rural location within a plot of approximately 1.8 acres.

Externally to the front, a combination of well stocked borders, hedges and lawn areas give the property an attractive and inviting appearance. A large, stepped patio wraps around the property on three sides providing various seating areas allowing one to enjoy alfresco dining as well as the sunshine throughout the course of the day. Concrete steps with a handrail run from top to bottom through the middle of the front garden.

To the rear of the property are additional lawn areas, a small outbuilding/workshop, a serviced double garage and a large, tarmac driveway providing ample off-road parking as well as

 well-maintained amenity land that would lend itself well to grazing, being planted up as an orchard or for recreational purposes.

Please note that there is a clawback on part of the amenity land and if in the future this land was to be developed by the owners the clawback would apply, Please note this clawback would only apply if more than one property was built for owners use. The clawback expires in 2057. Please contact the selling agent for more information.

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GENERAL REMARKS

Satellite Navigation

The postcode for the property is TD1 2EZ

 

What3words

Limped.expensive.routs

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Tenure

Freehold


Fixtures and Fittings

All fitted carpets, curtains and blinds are included with the sale.

Some, but not all the lights will be included in the sale.


Listing and Conservation

Please be aware, Torwood is not listed, nor is it in a conservation area.


Services

Mains electricity and water. Private drainage to a septic tank.

Oil fired or gas central heating (Current vendors use oil, but gas has been installed previously and so could be reconnected).

Under floor 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.