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.
Travel (approx distances)
HAWICK 10 miles
GALASHIELS 28 miles
EDINBURGH 58 miles
NEWCASTLE
The Property
The Wigg is located in a very private location outside of Bonchester Bridge and must be seen to fully appreciate the size. In need of upgrading internally but would make a beautiful family home once renovated, with large grounds an added bonus. This detached property boasts two public rooms, kitchen, porch, WC and integrated garage on the ground floor with four double bedrooms, family bathroom and shower room on the upper level. The porch provides access to the garden area.
The living room on the ground floor has a log burning stove with double aspect windows a lovely feature and door to garden. The dining room is a generous size with open stairs to the upper level and the kitchen is well equipped, although in need of upgrading. The integrated garage would make an ideal workshop and has power and light.
Large buildings on the other side of the river were previously used at Aviaries and could be restored or converted to workshop space or storage units. Grounds to the front of the property provide ample parking.
Room Sizes
KITCHEN 3.97 X 3.19
DINING ROOM 4.79 X 4.50
SITTING ROOM 3.00 X 6.76
WC 1.56 X 1.62
BEDROOM 4.70 X 4.12
BEDROOM 3.50 X 4.14
BEDROOM 3.70 X 4.32
BEDROOM 4.07 X 4.48
BATHROOM 4.04 X 1.81
GARAGE 5.22 X 6.21
SHOWER ROOM 2.58 X 2.36
Directions
Leaving Bonchester Bridge on the A6088 (south) take the right turn signed for Newcastleton. Continue for approx 3 miles and the property lies on the right hand side before the foot of the hill.
Sales and Other Information
Fixtures and Fittings
N/A
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 within the property.
Services
Septic tank drainage, private water and Mains electricity.
