2-bedroom flat · TD2 6SR
For saleReduced £8k (−5.9%) on 20 SepListed 70 days
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About
We are delighted to bring to market this well presented first floor 2 bedroom property located in the sought after Borders town of Lauder.
The property is bright, well proportioned accommodation with private gardens and on street parking.
Ideally positioned for commuting to Edinburgh, the property enjoys easy access to an excellent range of local amenities including independent shops, restaurants, traditional pubs, a well-regarded primary school and leisure centre.
Accommodation Entrance hall - lounge - kitchen - bathroom - landing - two bedrooms Internally The property is entered via the ground floor where a welcoming entrance hall provides access to the staircase leading to the main accommodation.
On the first floor, the home opens into a bright and spacious lounge, enjoying generous proportions and flowing seamlessly into the adjoining dining area.
This flexible open-plan layout creates an excellent space for both everyday living and entertaining.
The well-equipped kitchen is positioned to the rear, offering a practical layout with ample worktop and storage space. Completing this level is a family bathroom fitted with a three-piece suite.
The second floor hosts two comfortable double bedrooms, one of which benefits from a built-in storage cupboard.
A further large storage cupboard is accessed from the landing, providing valuable additional space for household essentials.
Kitchen The well-appointed kitchen is fitted with a range of base units with real oak veneer, complemented by stylish olive-green wall cabinets and generous worktop space.
Arranged in a practical u-shaped layout, it offers excellent storage and functionality for everyday living.
An inset sink sits beneath the window, bringing plenty of natural light into the room, while an electric oven, ceramic hob and stainless steel extractor hood are all in place.
Space is also provided for freestanding appliances, creating a practical and welcoming kitchen well suited to modern living.
Bathroom The bathroom is fitted with a white three-piece suite comprising a bath with shower over, WC and wash hand basin.
Finished with neutral wall tiling and complemented by a side window for natural light, the space offers a bright and practical setting, ideal for everyday use.
Externally To the rear, the property enjoys a generous enclosed garden, predominantly laid to lawn and bordered by attractive traditional stone walls, creating a private outdoor space to relax and entertain.
A greenhouse and timber outbuilding provide excellent storage and gardening potential, while the size of the garden offers plenty of scope for keen gardeners, families or those looking to create additional seating areas to enjoy the surroundings.
Fixtures & Fittings All fitted floor coverings and integrated appliances are to be included with the sale. Services Mains water, electricity, gas and drainage. Double Glazing. Gas Central Heating.
Location The market town of Lauder lies around twenty miles south of Edinburgh.
The town provides an extensive range of amenities ranging from a variety of specialist shops, hotels, small supermarket, petrol station, and a coffee shop/art gallery.
A full range of amenities is available in Galashiels, around a twenty-minute drive away.
Local attractions include Thirlestane Castle, Mellerstain House, and Abbotsford House, the former home of Sir Walter Scott.
There is also a variety of outdoor pursuits in the area that include fishing, rough and syndicated shooting, horse riding, golf, mountain biking and hill walking.
Local schools include the recently built Lauder primary school, and the highly regarded Earlston High School.
The A68 provides easy travel both to Edinburgh and south towards Newcastle, while the other Border towns are within easy driving distance.
The Borders Railway, running from Tweedbank to Edinburgh, has a stop at Stow which is approximately five miles away, and offers a journey time to central Edinburgh of around 45 minutes.
Council Tax Council Tax Band B. Home Report A copy of the Home Report can be downloaded from our website. Viewings Viewings are strictly by Appointment via James Agent.
Offers All offers should be submitted in writing in Scottish Standard Format. All interested parties are advised to lodge a Formal Note of Interest via their Solicitor.
In the event of a Closing Date, the seller shall not be bound to accept any offer and reserves the right to accept any offer at any time.
Value & comps
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