Building Plot, Venchen Farm, Kelso, TD5 8BZ

An exceptional rural development opportunity in stunning rolling Borderland.

Situated on the north side of the B6352, approximately 1.12 miles from the village of Town Yetholm and around 7 miles south east of the popular market town of Kelso, the building plot offers an outstanding residential prospect, enjoying a picturesque and secluded setting with far-reaching countryside views towards the Cheviot Hills.

The plot extends in total to approximately 1.45 acres; with the building plot of approximately 0.7 acres together with an adjoining area of grassland intended for garden ground extending to approximately 0.75 acres.

Part of the garden area has been attractively planted with oak, beech and birch trees, enhancing the natural surroundings and privacy of the site.

The garden ground slopes gently towards the B6352 and is bounded to the east by a traditional stone wall and to the north by a fence, maintenance of which is shared with Venchen Farm.

Formerly a quarry, the building plot provides a unique and level building platform enclosed to the north and west by existing quarry walls and mature trees, creating an exceptional sense of shelter, character and individuality.

The elevated position affords outstanding open views in a south to south easterly direction across the arable farmland surrounding the Bowmont Water and onwards to the Cheviot Hills.

This is a rare opportunity to acquire a distinctive rural building plot in a superb Borders setting, combining privacy, natural character and exceptional views within easy reach of local amenities and transport links.

Direction Access to the plot is taken directly from the B6352 via a shared gravel driveway serving an existing farm cottage and the recently completed dwelling known as “Oscar’s Barn”.

Whatthreewords ///Poem.Leathers.Sleep Services Services are available at the edge of the plot including water and electricity.

The water supply is provided via a natural private supply from Venchen Farm, serving both Oscar’s Barn and the Venchen Farm cottages. Drainage is by way of a shared septic tank with Oscar’s Barn.

The site is particularly well suited to sustainable living, benefitting from an ideal orientation for both solar and wind energy generation, whilst the generous plot size provides ample scope for the installation of an efficient ground-source heat pump system.

Location Town Yetholm is a charming village with a thriving community and picturesque backdrop.

With excellent local amenities located within the village including a village pub, primary school, post office, church, garage and petrol station, butcher and village store, the village is known for its societies and group activities, and has a well-used public hall staging events throughout the year.

The neighbouring village Kirk Yetholm is a short walk across the water, and is situated at the end of the Pennine Way - a haven for keen walkers.

Kirk Yetholm also has a lovely village pub with thatched roof and traditional village green. Secondary education and main shopping facilities are available in Kelso, some 8 miles distant.

The main east coast station at Berwick is around a 20 minute drive with regular connections to Edinburgh, Newcastle and London.

Planning The Approved Planning Application Full details of the planning consent can be found on the Scottish Borders Planning Portal using reference 23/01709/ppp Viewing To register your interest or request further information, call lines open 7 days a week including evenings, weekends and public holidays.

Price Offers over £140,000 are invited and should be submitted to the Selling Agents, Hastings Property Shop, 28 The Square, Kelso, TD5 7HH, , Email - .

The seller reserves the right to sell at any time and interested parties will be expected to provide the Selling Agents with advice on the source of funds with suitable confirmation of their ability to finance the purchase.