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.
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
Presented for sale in immaculate order, this property is a must see. This imposing semi detached family home has been modernised over the years whilst retaining many original features such a deep timber skirtings, intricate cornicing, high ceilings and a beautiful original tiled flooring in the entrance vestibule. The hallway provides access to a large and spacious living room with bay window which is located to the front of the property, providing lovely views. This rooms boasts high ceilings and beautiful cornicing along with a sandstone fire surround with cast iron insert and log burning stove. Adjacent to this room is the dining room with large window to the rear garden. This impressive room is flexible in use and could be used for a variety of purposes. At the end of the hallway is the bright breakfasting kitchen with large window to the side. Ample floor and wall mounted units in white with timber work surface space provide great storage and the Belfast sink is a lovely feature. Integrated single electric oven and four burner gas hob with extractor above and integrated fridge freezer. Space for table and chairs. There is access from here to the utility room and WC which are both useful additional facilities.
The cellar is accessed from the hallway and is a great additional space with power and light and provides good storage facilities. Again it can be used for many different purposes.
A newly laid carpeted turning staircase provides access to the upper level where there are three bedrooms and family bathroom. The upper landing boasts an original Victorian skylight with stained glass and provides additional storage. The family bathroom is a good size comprising of bath with shower above, wash hand basin and WC. Solid wood flooring and chrome heated towel rail. The three bedrooms consist of two large double rooms and a good sized single room, all decorated in fresh neutral tones with carpet flooring. The two double rooms provide lovely views to the front and rear and one houses the combination gas boiler.
Room Sizes
LIVING ROOM 4.34 X 5.18
DINING ROOM 3.42 X 4.25
KITCHEN 3.76 X 3.44
UTILITY ROOM 1.86 X 2.08
FAMILY BATHROOM 2.29 X 3.00
DOUBLE BEDROOM 3.40 X 4.00
DOUBLE BEDROOM 3.93 X 4.25
SINGLE BEDROOM 2.84 X 2.27
Externally
To the front of the property is a large tiered garden laid to lawn with paved pathway providing access to the front door and garden shed. The addition last year of a large decking area is a great advantage where stunning views of the surrounding countryside can be enjoyed. There is a garden to the rear also, a mix of lawn and patio areas and gated access to Braid Road. A single car garage is located to the front of the property for off street parking.
Directions
From the High Street travelling West, turn onto the Cross Wynd and continue forward onto Wellogate Brae. Turn left onto Orchard Terrace and down the hill. As the hill begins to rise, the property is located on the right hand side.
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.
