Hawick
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
Entering the property, the hallway allows access to all accommodation and has two large cupboards providing good storage. From the hallway, there are also two access hatches to two separate attic spaces which are fully floored, each having a window allowing natural light. The living room is located to the front and enjoys the most beautiful panoramic views of Ruberslaw and the surrounding countryside. This room is flooded with natural light thanks to the expansive southeast facing bay window. The main focal point within the room is the open grate fire set in marble insert with wooden surround. The kitchen is a good size with plenty of space for a dining table and chairs and also benefits from the spectacular views. There is a good range of floor and wall mounted timber units, integrated double oven, electric hob with cooker hood, stainless steel sink with double drainer and space for free standing fridge freezer. The utility room, located to the rear of the property, offers space and plumbing for a washing machine and has a lovely feature of a traditional style Belfast sink.
The master bedroom is located to the east side of the property and has two double built-in wardrobes and a good size ensuite bathroom with large shower enclosure, wash hand basin set in vanity furniture and WC. Bedroom two is to the front of the property and has double aspect windows. The third bedroom, to the rear, has a lovely feature of an open solid fuel fire, and so makes this room flexible in use. The family bathroom is located to the side and comprises of 3pc suite of bath with shower over, wash hand basin and WC. The property would benefit from a degree of cosmetic upgrading and would make a fantastic family home. The property benefits from double glazing throughout and oil central heating.
The attic is spacious and currently has two attic rooms at each end of the property with gable end windows, accessed by two separate pull down ladders. The space would lend itself to further living, or bedroom space, subject to relevant permissions.
Room Sizes (meters)
Living Room 4.69 x 5.59
Kitchen 3.65 x 4.78
Utility Room 1.89 x 3.13
Master Bedroom 4.73x 3.98
Ensuite 1.86 x 2.64
Bedroom 2 – located to front – 3.59 x 3.61
Bedroom 3 – 3.36 x 3.83
Bathroom 2.44 x 1.53
Agricultural building – 31.89 x 9.07
Externally
The property benefits from a gated driveway which provides parking for several vehicles, and also has a detached garage and two greenhouses. The large agricultural barn located adjacent to the property is in fantastic condition, of metal construction, set on concrete and benefits from power, light, water and a hot water heater. This is accessed via a separate entrance with driveway. There are approx.14 acres of grazing and woodland included, which would make this an ideal opportunity for any equestrian enthusiast or someone looking for a smallholding.
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 0.9 miles and the property sits on the left hand side.
Sales and Other Information
Fixtures and Fittings
All carpets, floor coverings and light fittings included in the sale.
Services
Septic tank drainage, water, oil and electricity.
This property is being sold in its present condition and no warranty will be given to any purchaser with regard to the existence or condition of the services or any heating or other system. Any intending purchasers will require to accept the position as it exists.
