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
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
5 Leyden Bank must be seen to fully appreciate size and location. Set in a quiet cul de sac, in a popular residential area of town, this three double bedroom with three public room property is a an ideal family home. The ground floor boasts three public rooms in the form of a bright living room, dining room and conservatory with well equipped dining kitchen and WC. The living room to the front has large double glazed windows overlooking the front garden and is decorated in neutral tones. The main focal point of the room is the white timber fire surround with gas fire inset.
The dining room is versatile in use and has double doors to the conservatory which is located to the rear and provides access to the rear garden. The dining kitchen has ample floor and wall mounted units in white with grey granite effect work surfaces and large breakfast bar area. Integrated single electric oven and four burner ceramic hob, integrated dishwasher, fridge freezer and combined washer/dryer are all included in the sale. Large double glazed windows from here overlook the rear garden and a door provides access out.
The WC is located on the ground floor also and is a useful additional facility.
The upper level provides access to three double bedrooms, all with fitted wardrobes and the large family bathroom comprises of a 4pc suite of wash hand basin, WC, bath and shower enclosure.
Room Sizes
SITTING ROOM 4.54 x 3.54
DINING ROOM 3.43 x 3.70
DINING KITCHEN 4.36 x 2.66
CONSERVATORY 3.49 x 3.46
WC 1.69 x 0.90
DOUBLE BEDROOM 4.37 x 3.55
DOUBLE BEDROOM 4.38 x 2.69
DOUBLE BEDROOM 3.55 x 2.49
FAMILY BATHROOM 2.56 x 2.69
Externally
5 Leyden Bank benefits from a low maintenance front garden, large private rear patio area, off street parking for two vehicles and single car garage.
Directions
At the roundabout at Morrisons, take the exit for Weensland Road and continue forward. Take a right about half way down onto Weensgate Drive and second left on to Leyden Bank. The property is the last house on the left hand side at the end of the cul de sac.
Sales and other information
Fixtures and Fittings
All carpets, floor coverings, light fittings and integrated appliances included in the sale.
Services
Mains drainage, water, gas and electricity.
