Shielfield Farm Cottage, Lauder, Scottish Borders, TD2 6PG
5
BEDS
3
PUBLIC
3
BATH
3,097
SQFT
An exciting opportunity to acquire a rarely available, immaculately presented 5-bedroom detached property situated in stunning countryside between Lauder and Oxton. Shielfield Farm Cottage is a superb family home, within easy commutable distance to Edinburgh it combines the advantages of semi-rural life with easy access to the city.
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Property Details & Description
Accommodation comprises
Ground Floor
Entrance Hall, Living Room, Kitchen / Dining Room, Sunroom, Utility Room, Study, Bathroom, Bedroom with ensuite.
First Floor
Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5 with Shower Room, Sitting Room.
Outside
Large landscaped garden, Driveway Parking, Garage, Multiple Patio Areas, Greenhouse, Fruit Cage, Vegetable Beds, Summer House with Decking area, log store, Garden Sheds.
Mileage
Lauder 3 miles, Oxton 2 miles, Galashiels 14 miles, Borders Railway station in Stow 5 miles, Melrose 15 miles, Edinburgh 24 miles.
(All distances are approximate)
Situation
Shielfield Farm Cottage occupies a private plot extending to around ¾ of an acre. The property benefits from the best of both worlds, tranquil rural living whilst being just a few miles away from Lauder and within close proximity to the A68 giving easy access to Edinburgh making this the perfect property for the commuter.
Lauder offers all the facilities expected of a thriving small town including a Co-operative supermarket, a popular art gallery and coffee shop, a delicatessen, three hotels, an artisan baker, an award-winning butcher, a greengrocer, a petrol station, a pharmacy, a post office and a number of independent retailers contributing to the strong sense of local community. Both the primary school and the health centre have been rebuilt in recent years. Lauder lies in the catchment area for the highly regarded Earlston High School (11 miles), which enjoys a splendid new campus and consistently scores well in national league tables. In the private sector, St Mary’s School in Melrose (15 miles) includes kindergarten, pre-prep and prep classes. Being both close to the Lammermuir Hills and at the start of the Southern Upland Way, Lauder is able to take advantage of all the outdoor opportunities nearby including walking and riding, the latter either informally or during the week of the Common Riding. Field sports and fishing on the Leader and the Tweed are also all readily on hand. There is also a community run Leisure centre and gym as well as a football club with youth and amateur teams.
Easily commutable to Edinburgh by car (20 minutes to Edinburgh City Bypass) and by bus, this property is well positioned for those looking for a more peaceful way of life while still being commutable to the capital. There are regular bus services throughout the Borders connecting Lauder and Oxton to the principal Borders towns and the Borders railway at Edinburgh can be joined at both Tweedbank, Galashiels and Stow just a 5-mile drive away which provides a direct rail link into Edinburgh with a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Description
Shielfield Farm Cottage is a beautifully presented property situated just outside the highly desirable town of Lauder. Lovingly restored and extended by the current owners the property blends comfortable, traditional accommodation with the requirements for modern living. The gardens have been landscaped to create a picture-perfect cottage garden in which to relax and entertain.
The property is approached off a quiet public road, opening into a large driveway offering parking for multiple cars. Through a glass panelled front door the welcoming hallway grants access to the ground floor accommodation. The hallway has retained many of the original cottage features such as exposed wooden beams and the original staircase. The ground floor accommodation is free flowing and flooded with natural light, following the hallway to the entertaining end of the property is a large open plan kitchen dining room fitted with a range of neutral wall and base units, solid oak floor, a gas rangemaster, integral appliances and a cosy window seat. This room gives direct access into the triple aspect living room, fitted with an open fire and sliding doors out to the patio, a great space for entertainment. To the far end of the property is a hexagonal shaped sunroom, currently used as a dining / sitting room, between here and the kitchen is a useful utility room fitted with units. Completing the accommodation to the ground floor is a bathroom, study and bedroom with a shower room ensuite.
Taking the original staircase to the first floor are two double size bedrooms, benefitting from ample storage space and Velux windows. The secondary staircase, located in the extension of the property giving access to a further 2 bedrooms, a shower room and a large sitting room. This part of the property would make a great self contained annex for larger families.
Garden Grounds
The gardens have been beautifully landscaped and maintained over the years. To the front of the property the driveway provides ample parking for multiple cars with access to the garage. The gardens wrap around the property, opening into a fantastic outdoor dining area that has been sunk into the gardens, providing shelter and privacy, the perfect place to entertain and relax! The paved path takes you to the fenced vegetable garden, complete with a greenhouse, fruit cage and productive vegetable beds. There is also a useful log store and garden shed in this area. The rest of the garden is laid to lawn, enclosed by mature trees and beech hedges, planted with a selection of mature shrubs and plants add interest and colour year-round.
General remarks
Viewing
Viewing is strictly by appointment with the selling agents Rettie & Co, 1 Abbey Street, Melrose, TD6 9PX; Tel: 01896 824 070
Satellite Navigation
For those with the use of Satellite Navigation the postcode for this property is TD2 6PG
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Tenure
Freehold
Fixtures and Fittings
Please note.
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All carpets, blinds and light fittings are included in the sale.
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High quality, hand sewn curtains and blinds throughout are included in the sale.
Listing and Conservation
Shielfield Farm Cottage is not listed, nor is it in a conservation area.
Services
Mains electricity. Private water supply and drainage. Oil central heating. The property is served by high-speed fibre broadband.
Entry & Possession
Entry and vacant possession will be by mutual agreement and arrangement.
Council Tax
Band B
Energy Efficiency Rating
TBC
Local Authority
Scottish Borders Council - Telephone: 01835 824 000.
Home Report
A Home Report incorporating a Single Survey, Energy Performance Certificate and Property Questionnaire is available for parties genuinely interested in this property. Please contact us, either by telephone or via the website entry for this property, to request a copy. No charge is made for electronic copies; a paper copy can also be made available from our offices or by post, at a charge of £20 to cover reproduction and administrative costs.
Offers
Offers should be submitted in Scottish Legal Form to the selling agents Rettie & Co, 1 Abbey Street, Melrose, TD6 9PX; Tel: 01896 824 070
Internet Web Site
This property and other properties offered by Rettie & Co can be viewed on our website at www.rettie.co.uk as well as our affiliated websites at www.rightmove.co.uk www.onthemarket.com and www.thelondonoffice.co.uk.
Servitude Rights, Burdens & Wayleaves
The property is sold subject to and with the benefit of all servitude rights, burdens, reservations and wayleaves including rights of access and rights of way, whether public or private, light, support, drainage, water and wayleaves for masts, pylons, stays, cable, drains and water, gas and other pipes whether contained in the title deeds or informally constituted and whether or not referred to above.
Particulars and Plans
These particulars and plan are believed to be correct, but they are in no way guaranteed. Any error, omission or misstatement shall not annul the sale or entitle any party to compensation nor in any circumstances give grounds for action at law.
Proof and Source of Funds/Anti Money Laundering
Under the HMRC Anti Money Laundering legislation all offers to purchase a property on a cash basis or subject to mortgage require evidence of source of funds. This may include evidence of bank statements/funding source, mortgage or confirmation from a solicitor the purchaser has the funds to conclude the transaction.
All individuals involved in the transaction are required to produce proof of identity and proof of address. This is acceptable either as original or certified documents.
Misrepresentations
1. The property is sold with all faults and defects, whether of condition or otherwise and neither the seller nor Rettie Borders LLP, the selling agent, are responsible for such faults and defects, nor for any statement contained in the particulars of the property prepared by the said agent.
2. The Purchaser(s) shall be deemed to acknowledge that he has not entered into contact in reliance on the said statements, that he has satisfied himself as to the content of each of the said statements by inspection or otherwise and that no warranty or representation has been made by the seller or the said agents in relation to or in connection with the property.
3. Any error, omission or misstatement in any of the said statements shall not entitle the purchaser(s) to rescind or to be discharged from this contract, nor entitle either party to compensation or damages nor in any circumstances to give either party any cause for action.
Important Notice
Rettie & Co, their clients and any joint agents give notice that:
1. They are not authorised to make or give any representations or warranties in relation to the property either in writing or by word of mouth. Any information given is entirely without responsibility on the part of the agents or the sellers. These particulars do not form part of any offer or contract and must not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact.
2. Any areas, measurements or distances are approximate. The text, photographs and plans are for guidance only and are not necessarily comprehensive and it should not be assumed that the property remains as photographed. Any error, omission or misstatement shall not annul the sale, or entitle any party to compensation or recourse to action at law. It should not be assumed that the property has all necessary planning, building regulation or other consents, including for its current use. Rettie Borders LLP have not tested any services, equipment or facilities. Purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise and ought to seek their own professional advice.
3. All descriptions or references to condition are given in good faith only. Whilst every endeavour is made to ensure accuracy, please check with us on any points of especial importance to you, especially if intending to travel some distance. No responsibility can be accepted for expenses incurred in inspecting.