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The Cottage is a charming 3-bedroom period home with stunning countryside views, nestled in the heart of Kirk Yetholm. This beautifully presented property blends traditional character with modern living, offering the perfect family retreat.
PROPERTY DESCRIPTION
The Cottage is a beautifully presented 3-bedroom period home offering a harmonious blend of traditional charm and modern elegance. Perfectly situated in the heart of Kirk Yetholm, this stunning property boasts expansive interiors and delightful countryside views, making it an ideal retreat for families and those seeking a peaceful lifestyle.
As you enter the property, you are welcomed into a reception area that provides seamless access to the sitting room and dining room. Both spaces are bright and spacious, with large windows that frame the rolling countryside, filling the rooms with natural light and creating a warm, inviting atmosphere. The well-equipped kitchen, located off the dining room, offers ample space for culinary enthusiasts, while the adjoining utility room enhances the home’s practicality. A shower room is also conveniently positioned for easy access.
From the dining room, a separate staircase leads to a generously sized third bedroom with an en-suite shower room. This versatile space is perfect as a private guest suite or an additional family bedroom.
Upstairs, two further well-proportioned bedrooms provide comfort and tranquillity, each offering picturesque views. A family bathroom, complete with modern fixtures, serves these rooms, ensuring convenience for the whole household.
The outdoor spaces of The Cottage are a true highlight. A large, enclosed rear garden, bordered by hedging, offers a mix of lawn, patio, and seating areas, perfect for alfresco dining or relaxing in the sun. A children’s play area and a garden shed add further functionality, making the space ideal for families and pet owners. To the front, a gravelled driveway provides ample private parking, complemented by an integral double garage.
With its blend of period features, modern comforts, and stunning surroundings, The Cottage offers a unique opportunity for those seeking a forever family home in a serene countryside setting.
AREA INSIGHTS
The Cottage is positioned in the peaceful and quaint village of Kirk Yetholm in the Scottish Borders. The village, which lies just off the St Cuthbert’s Way and The Pennine Way is known for its community spirit and offers a thriving village pub and a fantastic array of societies and group activities. The neighbouring village of Town Yetholm lies just over Bowmont Water and has an excellent range of local amenities which includes a primary school, a village store with post office, a butcher and a garage / petrol station.
Nearby Kelso is considered one of the most picturesque market towns in Scotland with cobbled streets and historical attractions such as Kelso Abbey and Floors Castle on the doorstep. Further afield the beautiful country homes of Bowhill, Paxton, Manderston, Mellerstain and Abbotsford are also easily accessible. In Kelso there are large supermarkets together with an excellent choice of local shopping with many independent retailers, a vibrant café culture, popular bars and restaurants. Kelso is home to family friendly Kelso racecourse and leisure facilities which include a swimming pool, fitness centre, a lively curling club and two fantastic golf courses including Kelso Golf Club and the championship course at the Schloss Roxburghe Hotel. The area around Yetholm and Kelso is also recognised internationally for the quality of its country pursuits. Kelso has a bustling events scene including the renowned Border Union Agricultural Show, The Borders Art Fair, and numerous concerts/theatre productions at Floors Castle. There are excellent options for schooling nearby including the reputable Kelso High School, and private schooling is available at St Mary’s School in Melrose or Longridge Towers in Berwick-Upon-Tweed.
The picturesque town of Coldstream is also close. Coldstream is full of Scottish charm and is home to the Coldstream Guards, one of the oldest regiments in the British Army. Coldstream also offers a thriving art scene, local attractions such as the Hirsel Estate with its farm shop and café and the Coldstream Museum.
Kirk Yetholm is a quiet and peaceful village but offers excellent road links to Edinburgh and Newcastle, both being just over an hour’s drive. Both cities have international airports. Berwick upon Tweed is only a forty-minute drive away and offers a mainline train station with regular services up and down the country. London is only a three and a half hour journey. Tweedbank railway station which provides a regular train link to Edinburgh is only a 30 minute drive.
GENERAL REMARK
Tenure - Freehold
Council Tax - Band D.
Energy Efficiency Rating - Band E (Rating 54)
Local Authority - Scottish Borders Council
Services - Oil Central Heating. Mains Water, Electricity and Drainage. Fibre broadband services are available.
Fixtures and Fittings - All fitted carpets, curtain poles, blinds, light fittings and integrated appliances form part of the sale.
Listing and Conservation - The Cottage is C Listed and located within a conservation area.
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