Property Details & Description

Accommodation Comprises

Ground Floor:

Entrance Hall, Kitchen / Dining Room, Sitting Room, Bathroom

First Floor:

Bedroom One, Bedroom Two, Family Bathroom

Garden Grounds:

Mature gardens, Patio area, Fire Pit with seating area, Log shed, Workshop and Bike shed.

Situation:

9 Ettrickhaugh Cottages is situated just off Ettrickhaugh Road, this property boast the best of both worlds, it is within walking distance of the centre of the historic market town of Selkirk and it occupies a peaceful plot with rural views. The Royal and Ancient Burgh of Selkirk is located in the Central Borders, beautifully situated on the banks of the Ettrick Water. The town boasts excellent leisure facilities which includes a nine-hole golf course, tennis courts, swimming pool and fitness centre as well as rugby, football and cricket clubs. There is a good range of local amenities, with several hotels, pubs, independent coffee shops, butchers, bakers and a monthly farmers market, the thriving town of Galashiels offers a wider range of amenities just 6 miles away. Local tourist attractions include Bowhill House and Country Park, Halliwell’s House, Haining House, and nearby St. Mary’s Loch. For the sporting enthusiast there are variety of outdoor pursuits in the area including fishing on the River Tweed, golf, hill walking, horse riding, mountain biking in Tweed Valley and a selection of field sports. Local schooling is excellent with three primary schools and secondary schooling at Selkirk High.

The well-known St Mary’s Preparatory School is situated in the nearby town of Melrose, which was recently voted the best place to live in Scotland. Selkirk is centrally located providing easy access to Edinburgh and the North of England via the A7 which runs through Selkirk. Tweedbank (6 miles) has a station on the Borders Railway, offering a journey time to central Edinburgh of around 55 minutes. All major Border towns are within easy driving distance or by excellent bus service.

Description:

Believed to have been built in the early 1900s, this traditional cottage has been sympathetically extended and renovated to the highest standard throughout by the current owners. 9 Ettrickhaugh Cottages is offered for sale in turn-key condition offering free flowing accommodation over two floors and beautiful garden and grounds.

The property is approached from Ettrickhaugh Road, a sought-after residential area of Selkirk. Entrance is through the front door into a good-sized entrance vestibule. The vestibule opens into the sitting room, this room floors with natural light and features a recessed stone wall, original pine flooring and log burning stove, and a dining area. From this room is the recently extended kitchen, fitted with grey wall and base units, oak worktops, integral dishwasher, large oven and gas hob, this room is complete with a bespoke oak top breakfast bar and French doors leading to the large patio / BBQ area making this room perfect for entertaining guests. The ground floor accommodation is complete with a large wet room / bathroom. Taking the original stair case to the first floor to a welcoming landing area the master bedroom spans the depth of the property, featuring two dormer windows encompassing views to the front and rear of the property, there is also a large fitted wardrobe space. Next door is the family bathroom fitted with a roll top bath, wc and basin. To the rear of the property is the second bedroom, which features the original cast iron fireplace and stunning views over the former Battle of Philliphaugh site and rolling hills.

Outside:

The property has beautiful landscaped gardens to the front and rear with a

variety of trees, plants, flowers and shrubs providing year-round colour and interest. The rear garden benefits from two paved seating areas, ideal for alfresco dining and entertaining. The rear garden benefits from undisturbed views over the former Battle of Philliphaugh site, dating back to around 1645, and rolling border hills. A fire pit area has been created to the rear of the garden to take in the views and watch the sun set. There is also a log shed, workshop and storage shed in the rear garden. To the front of the property is a lawned garden area with mature borders and a picket fence.

General Remarks:

Agents Note: Please be aware the site opposite 9 Ettrickhaugh Cottages has planning permission, more detail can be viewed here: https://www.rightmove.co.uk/commercial-property-for-sale/property-72549387.html

Satellite Navigation:

For those with the use of Satellite Navigation the postcode for this property is TD7 5AY

What3words:

Befitting.once.packet

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Tenure:

Freehold, there is a shared vennel with number 10.

Fixtures and Fittings:

All fitted carpets, curtains, blinds and light fittings are included with the sale, with the exception of a few light fittings

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Listing and Conservation:

Please be aware, 9 Ettrickhaugh Cottages is not listed, nor is it in a conservation area.

Services:

Mains electricity, water, drainage & gas.

Council Tax:

Band B

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.