The Town
Known for many years as The Queen of the Borders, and situated at the confluence of the Rivers Slitrig and Teviot, Hawick is the largest of the Border towns. Frequent winners of national floral awards, and famous world-wide for it's quality knitwear, Hawick is part of The Cashmere Trail and is the major centre for the industry in the Borders. There is a good range of shops, primary and secondary schooling. Hawick boasts the award winning Wilton Lodge Park which lies on the River Teviot, extending to some 107 acres, with many walks, recreational facilities, walled garden, Hawick Museum and Scott Gallery. The town is also famous for rugby, and has the benefit of a range of sporting and Leisure Centre facilities including many fine golf courses throughout the area. Many events are held in the town during the year, including the annual Common Riding.
Hawick Distances
Selkirk 12 miles, Jedburgh 14 miles, Kelso 21 miles, Galashiels 18 miles, Melrose 19 miles, Newtown St Boswells 19 miles, Carlisle 44 miles, Edinburgh 55 miles, Newcastle 60 miles
The A7 provides a through-route to Edinburgh and south to Carlisle and the M6. Rail links are available at Berwick-Upon-Tweed, Carlisle, Tweedbank and Edinburgh. The nearest International Airports are located in Edinburgh and Newcastle.
The Property
Hilltops is a most stunning property with impressive open plan dining kitchen and living room being the centre of attention. This magnificent triple aspect room is flooded with natural light and boasts large oak beams set in a vaulted ceiling. The two large arched windows provide picture perfect views over Minto Hills, the Eildon Hills and out over the open countryside. The patio area can also be accessed from this room via French doors to the side. The large open fireplace is set in dress stone with timber mantle over, giving this grand room a cosy feel. The kitchen is stylish and well appointed, with a large bank of full height units, bespoke open shelving, large central island and ample base units in navy shaker with white quartz worktops. Single bowl sink with recessed draining grooves and chrome mixer tap. Double electric ovens, 4 burner electric hob with extractor fan over, integrated dishwasher and under counter fridge are all included in the sale.
In addition there is a cosy yet bright sitting room to the front of the property with log burning stove and double aspect windows, one of which has a window seat to enjoy the views out to Ruberslaw.
The generous utility room offers further storage with base units in navy and upper units in white, Belfast sink, space and plumbing for washing machine and space for tumble dryer and free standing fridge freezer. The mechanism for the ground source heating system is housed in this room also. The under floor heating features throughout the ground floor which is set in zones so you can adapt the heat to suit the room and the thermal solar panels provide hot water to the property. The utility room gives access to the garden via a back porch with beautiful oak beams. This space is large enough for a lovely seating area to take in the spectacular views.
There are 4 large spacious bedrooms, one on the ground floor. The master bedroom is a luxurious space with its large en-suite bathroom with claw foot roll top bath positioned at the window so you can soak in the views. Walk in double shower enclosure with shower, WC and wash hand basin. There are a further 2 bathrooms, one on the upper floor with bath and a shower room on the ground floor. A spacious room at the top of the stairs provides fantastic storage or could also be used as a home office space.
This property has the wow factor and quick viewing is recommended so as not to miss the opportunity!
Room sizes (meters)
Front Hallway 5.676 x 2.353
Sitting room 4.626 x 5.162
Double bedroom (downstairs) 4.170 x 3.879
Shower room 2.801 x 1.887
Back hallway 4.011 x 1.923
Utility room 4.130 x 3.464
Kitchen/Living room 8.845 x 5.920
Master Bedroom 4.84 x 4.13
Ensuite Bathroom 4.12 x 2.45
Double Bedroom 4.04 x 3.58
Double Bedroom 4.04 x 3.70
Bathroom 3.00 x 1.67
Office/Store Room 1.87 x 3.00
Externally
Hilltops is set on approx. 1.33 acres with various areas of low maintenance gardens. There is a private patio area with hot tub and barbeque area accessed form the kitchen and a large garden shed provides good storage. Ample parking for several vehicles.
Directions
Heading Northeast out of Hawick on the A698 continue on this road for 2.5 miles then turn right for Cavers and continue for 1 mile and take a right at the junction, continue on for 0.4 of a mile and take a right for Cavers, continue along this road and the property is on the right, just at the sign showing Cavers Mains.
Sales and Other Information
Fixtures and Fittings
All carpets, floor coverings, light fittings, integrated appliances and hot tub included in the sale.
Services
Septic tank drainage, mains water, ground source heating, thermal solar panels and electricity.
