Property description

Beautifully positioned within this sought after village, famed for the historic 15th Century Smailholm Tower and its links to Sir Walter Scott, this quintessential countryside home exudes character and warmth - framed by a stunning landscaped garden leading to far reaching outlooks over rolling countryside and the Cheviots beyond. A breath of fresh air, quite literally, Estate House would make for a beautiful family home, with plenty of adaptable living accommodation on the ground floor and three well-appointed bedrooms above, with the outdoor space and scope having obvious appeal for those in search of a change of pace in the heart of the Scottish Borders.

With the original build dating back to 1912, the ground floor hosts bright and versatile living space, immaculately presented with an elegant country décor throughout. With the addition of a well-considered extension to the rear, this is an incredibly successful blend of a period home with contemporary styling. The property opens to a welcoming hallway, with two reception rooms either side overlooking the frontage, both making for relaxing spaces with woodburning stoves and lounge furnishings. The hall leads on to the dining room, which would also lend well as a fourth bedroom, with the neighbouring shower room and an inner hall extending to a useful utility room. To the rear, a magnificently bright and welcoming dining kitchen is fully fitted with charming features including a Belfast sink and range cooker, with a dual aspect and plenty of space for dining furnishings. The kitchen extends to the garden room; a further reception room with open outlooks over the garden and beyond, ideal for enjoying summer days and nights. Upstairs, three comfortable double bedrooms are serviced by an abundance of storage and the family bathroom.

The backdrop to the Estate House is nothing short of majestic; with a quiet village location and a charming church over the wall, the property boasts an endless panorama to the rear. Complementing both the house and the position, the garden has been masterfully landscaped and is a reflection of the interior in terms of maintenance, textures, colour and plenty of areas to enjoy.

Accommodation List

Entrance Hall, Lounge, Living Room, Shower Room, Dining Room, Side Entrance, Utility Room, Dining Kitchen, Sunroom. First Floor Three Double Bedrooms, Family Bathroom & Storage Throughout. Garden: Extending to Approx 0.5 acres with Lawn, Planted Borders, Pergola & Deck, Patio, Log Store, Outbuildings & Drive.

Location

The position of Smailholm truly offers the best of both worlds; central to the rest of The Scottish Borders but also within a short drive of the rail line at Tweedbank which makes this property ideally suited for those that commute daily to Edinburgh. Equally, the main East Coast rail line at Berwick Upon Tweed gives easy connections to London.

Smailholm is an attractive and historic village located around five miles from Kelso and also within easy driving distance of Melrose and Galashiels. The area is famed for its natural beauty and is popular with tourists; the historic 15th century ‘Smailholm Tower’ is located close by which is a prominent landmark in the area which proved inspirational to Sir Walter Scott.

Services

Mains water and electricity. Private drainage. Oil fired central heating.

Council Tax

Band E.

Energy Efficiency

Rating E.

Viewing & Home Report

To arrange a viewing or request a copy of the Home Report contact the selling agents, Hastings Property on lines open until 10pm 7 days a week.

Price & Marketing Policy

Offers Over £470,000 are invited and should be submitted to the Selling Agents, Hastings Property Shop, 28 The Square, Kelso, TD5 7HH, , Fax . The seller reserves the right to sell at any time and interested parties will be expected to provide the Selling Agents with advice on the source of funds with suitable confirmation of their ability to finance the purchase.

All measurements are approximate and are taken at the widest point. Whilst these particulars have been carefully prepared, no guarantee is given as to their accuracy and they shall not form part of any contract to follow hereon.