Property Details & Description

Accommodation Comprises 

Ground Floor

Entrance Porch, Reception Hallway, Sitting Room, Kitchen/Diner

First Floor

Landing, Principal Bedroom with Ensuite, 2 Double Bedrooms, Family Bathroom.

Externally

Front and Rear Gardens, Wildlife Pond, Off Road Parking.

Mileage

Edinburgh 44 miles, Berwick-upon-Tweed 24 miles, Galashiels 17.5 miles, Melrose 16 miles, Tweedbank Railway Terminus 16 miles, Jedburgh 12 miles.

(All distances are approximate)

Situation

1 Waverly Lodge is situated in the centre of the historic and attractive Borders town of Kelso, which lies on the banks of the river Tweed. Floors Castle is close by, and Kelso plays host to the annual Border Union Agricultural Show and world-famous Ram Sales. Kelso has a wide range of shops, supermarkets, and services as well as excellent schooling including a private nursery, two good primary schools as well as a secondary school, with private schooling available at St Mary’s School (14.5 miles) in Melrose and Longridge Towers School (20.5 miles) just outside Berwick-upon Tweed.

The area has much to offer in terms of rural pursuits and leisure facilities such as rugby, ice skating, hockey, horse riding, tennis, and football. There are lovely walks in the area and fishing is available on the rivers Tweed and Teviot with the famous Junction Pool. There are frequent National race meetings at Kelso Racecourse and the keen golfer is well catered for at the recently established 18-hole Schloss Roxburghe golf course.

Edinburgh, and its international airport and mainline railway station lies to the northwest of Kelso, while Berwick-upon-Tweed, with its mainline rail link and the A1 lies approximately 24 miles to the east. Newcastle airport is approximately 64 miles to the south.

Description

Built in the early 1700’s this property has an interesting history, belonging to Sir Walter Scott’s Aunt, Sir Walter himself stayed here a while in 1783. To commemorate this, there is a bust of him set on the gable and a sculpture of one of his dogs over the gateway. Having been through a programme of refurbishment, this beautiful 2 storey property now offers uniquely presented, characterful family accommodation over two floors with many period features remaining including sash and case windows, original fireplaces, ceiling cornicing, tiled flooring and stunning staircase balustrades.

The property sits within an enviable town centre location with wonderful, enclosed gardens to the front which features a large sun terrace with seating area, a lawn, wildlife pond, a large selection of planted borders presenting an array of colourful flowers and shrubs and a garden shed. Gaining access through the front door into the entrance vestibule provides a welcoming entry with wonderful antique floor tiles this leads through into the main hallway. Comprised on the ground floor is a beautiful sitting room, with a large bay window, central fireplace with woodburning stove and a built in shelving unit – ideal for storage. Further to the ground floor is the kitchen diner - Cleverly equipped, the kitchen has an abundance of cream wall and base units, an AGA, a standalone fridge freezer, a washing machine, a Belfast sink and space to accommodate a dining table with a comfortable 6 chairs. Perfect for hosting both informal and formal dining. A second large bay window encases a beautiful garden view whilst allowing a flow of natural day light.

Following the unique original staircase with stunning arched window to the first floor, the three double bedrooms can be reached. The principal bedroom is a spacious and bright room with double aspect windows, benefitting from a private ensuite bathroom. Completing this unique property are the two further double bedrooms one currently being utilised as a fantastic office for a home worker and the well-equipped main bathroom, fitted with a shower over bath, WC, hand basin and a heated towel rail.

1 Waverly Lodge has a well-placed parking area, with ample space for a few cars. Public carparks and on-street parking are also available nearby.

GENERAL REMARKS

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Tenure

Freehold

Fixtures and Fittings

All fitted carpets, blinds and light fittings are included in the sale.

Listing and Conservation

Waverly Lodge is Category C listed and is within a conservation area.

Services

Mains electric, water and drainage.

Mains gas fired central heating.

Council Tax

Band E

EPC 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 and

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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 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.