Property Details & Description

Accommodation Comprises

Ground Floor:

Private entrance and also a shared entrance leading into the hall, sitting room, dining room/bedroom 3, breakfasting-kitchen, cloakroom/wc

First Floor:

Landing, principal bedroom with en-suite shower room, further double guest bedroom with en-suite bathroom

Outside:

Allocated parking space, visitor parking, communal gardens and grounds

Edinburgh 38 miles

Galashiels 5 miles

Earlston 6 miles

Borders Railway Terminus 2 miles

(All distances are approximate)

EPC: C

Situation:

This immaculately presented property is situated in a quiet development in Melrose set in communal parks and woodland next to the golf course and within walking distance of the town centre. Melrose, which in 2018 took the title of the “Best Place to Live in Scotland” in a new national ranking by the Sunday Times, is regarded by many as the most desirable and picturesque of the Borders towns, situated between the Eildon Hills and River Tweed. The town provides an extensive range of amenities ranging from a variety of specialist shops, small supermarkets, restaurants and a selection of hotels.

The busy market town of Galashiels five miles to the west offers a fuller range of shopping facilities. 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. There is a variety of outdoor pursuits in the area including fishing on the River Tweed, rough and syndicated shooting, horse riding, a challenging 9 hole golf course and a selection of walks including the Southern Upland way.

Local schooling includes the Melrose Grammar Primary School, the highly regarded St Marys Preparatory School and Earlston High School, which was one of only two schools in Scotland to feature in Tatler’s Top 20 State Secondary Schools 2018.

Edinburgh is within easy commuting distance via the A68 or A7, both of which link to major routes north and south bound. The Borders General Hospital lies just outside the town and nearby Tweedbank, minutes to the west of Melrose, has a station on the Borders Railway providing a service into Central Edinburgh with approximately an hour’s journey time. Berwick Upon Tweed (approx. 38 miles) provides a major rail link for travel to the South and for the frequent flier, airports can be found in Edinburgh or Newcastle.

Description:

This exceptional property can be accessed either through a communal, ground floor hallway that leads from the main resident’s car park, or through a private front door to the side of the building. The apartment enjoys high ceilings and excellent proportions, flooded with natural light. All rooms at this level lead off the impressive hall and benefit from hardwood grey flooring which features throughout.

The kitchen and two generous reception rooms look out over the front of the property. Simple cornicing and a large triple picture window frames the bright and well-proportioned sitting room which is decorated in a natural pallet. The thoroughly contemporary kitchen/breakfasting room is stylish and immaculately presented with an excellent range of white lacquer wall and floor units and centre island with stainless steel sink, all of which feature white composite work tops. High spec integrated appliances include induction hob with overhead extractor fan, double oven with microwave, fridge freezer, separate fridge, washing machine, dishwasher and a glass front wine chiller. There is also a second reception room, ideal as either a library, snug or good sized third bedroom as the proportions of the sitting room would comfortably accommodate a dining table and chairs as well. A modern downstairs wc with bespoke sink completes the accommodation at this level.

The original stone Victorian staircase ascends to the first-floor landing which also features the grey hardwood flooring. An abundance of light fills the generous principal bedroom suite, cleverly emphasised by the wall of mirror wardrobes. Its en-suite has been fitted to an exacting standard with Vitra sink and unit, huge steam shower cubicle, heated towel rail, storage cabinet and slate effect floor tiles. On the opposite side of the hall is a second double guest bedroom with en-suite bathroom, completed with a white three-piece suite and hand held shower over bath.

Outside:

Set in communal grounds there is park, woodland and ample residents parking.

General Remarks

Satellite Navigation:

For those with the use of Satellite Navigation the postcode for this property is TD6 9HJ.

What3words:

Actor.rocks.photocopy.

(please download the application “what3words” for the exact location)

Tenure:

Freehold

Fixtures and Fittings:

All fitted carpets, blinds, curtains (except those in the guest bedroom) and light fittings are included with the sale.

Listing and Conservation:

23 Dingleton Apartments is not listed, nor is it in a conservation area.

Services:

Mains electricity, gas-fired central heating, mains water, mains drainage.

Council Tax:

Band E

Energy Efficiency Rating:

Band C

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.