Property Details & Description

Accommodation Comprises

Ground Floor

Sitting Room, Kitchen, Dining Room, Office (potential bedroom), Bathroom.

First Floor

Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3 with ensuite, Family Bathroom.

Outside

Garden Grounds, Driveway, Garage.

Mileage

Selkirk 7 miles Melrose 14 miles Edinburgh 45 miles

(All distances are approximate)

Situation:

Yarra is situated in the heart of the popular yet tranquil village of Ettrickbridge, located in the picturesque Ettrick Valley which is renowned for its dramatic landscapes and countryside. The village of Ettrickbridge has a public house and primary school, all within walking distance from the property. Yarra is ideally situated for those looking for a quiet rural life, with miles of uninterrupted walking and country sports on the doorstep. The property is located approximately 7 miles from the Royal and Ancient Burgh of Selkirk, a historic market town in the Central Borders, beautifully situated on the Ettrick Water. Selkirk is a well placed town for accessing the rest of the Scottish Borders and beyond, Edinburgh is just 45 miles away, and the A7 which runs through the centre of the town provides easy access to the Border towns of Hawick, Langholm and further afield to the North of England. Selkirk has a fantastic array of amenities including a 9 hole golf course, swimming pool, independent shops, farmers’ market, cafes, restaurants and pubs, the largest Border town of Galashiels is just 13 miles away offering a wider variety of shops and a frequent, direct train line to Edinburgh, for those commuting to Edinbrugh, Tweedbank station is just a few minutes drive from Galashiels and offers a large parking area. 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 nearby Melrose.

Description

The property sits in a secluded position, set back from the quiet road passing through Ettrickbridge down a shared driveway with parking and generous garden and grounds. Yarra offers bright, spacious accommodation over two floors, extending to 1627 sqft. All ground floor accommodation is accessed off the hall starting with the living room. The living room benefits from double aspect views over the front and rear garden, making this a particularly bright room all year around, there is also a set of French doors leading to the patio area and rear garden. The kitchen is fitted with white wall and base units with ample surface space, this leads through to the dining room located to the rear of the property, also giving access to the rear garden and grounds through French doors. The study, fitted with ample shelving, could offer a fourth bedroom depending on buyers’ requirements. There is also a w.c. located on the ground floor. A staircase from the reception hall leads to the first-floor accommodation. Off the landing are 3 large bedrooms, one of which benefits from a separate dressing room and ensuite bathroom. There is also a family shower room.

Garden Grounds

Yarra is accessed through a shared driveway. The property sits in the middle of particularly attractive garden and grounds. The boundaries are planted with mature trees, giving this property privacy. The central garden areas are laid to lawn and mature borders stocked with

beautiful shrubs and flowers. The garden continues to the rear and a bridge over a burn gives access to further gardens and seating areas. The front of the plot is largely gravelled for parking, there is also a double garage, green house, garden shed and raised vegetable patch.

GENERAL REMARKS

Satellite Navigation

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

What3words

subsystem.voice.bridge

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

Tenure

Freehold

Fixtures and Fittings

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

Listing and Conservation

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

Services

Part oil fired and part electric heating.

Photovoltaic solar panels situated on

the garage roof.

Mains electricity.

Mains Drainage.

Mains water.

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.

Proof and Source of Funds/Anti Money Laundering

Under the HMRC Anti Money Laundering legislation all offers to purchase a property on a cash basis or subject to mortgage require evidence of source of funds. This may include evidence of bank statements/ funding source, mortgage or confirmation from a solicitor the purchaser has the funds to conclude the transaction.

All individuals involved in the transaction are required to produce proof of identity and proof of address. This is acceptable either as original or certified documents.