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See how verdicts work2-bedroom terraced house · TD2 6TQ
For saleReduced £25k (−31.3%) on 25 OctListed 90 days
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About
Nestled in the heart of the highly sought-after Borders town of Lauder, 12 The Row is a two-bedroom Grade C listed end of terrace cottage with on street parking, offering fantastic potential for buyers looking for a project.
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.
While the cottage would benefit from a full renovation, it presents an exciting opportunity for a first time buyer who would like to put their own stamp on a property or someone looking for a buy to let.
Accommodation - entrance hallway - lounge - kitchen - two bedrooms - shower room - Internally Downstairs the property comprises of an entrance hall, good sized kitchen and sitting room and a shower room, while upstairs are two double bedrooms.
Kitchen At around 14.5sqm the kitchen will allow for a good array of base and wall units and white goods with space for a small dining table and chairs.
Shower Room The shower room would benefit from some replanning to make full use of the space on offer. Externally The property benefits from location with on street parking to the front.
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.
Services Mains water, electricity, gas and drainage. A mix of single and double glazing. Gas central heating. Council Tax Band B.
Fixtures & Fittings Fitted floor coverings, curtain poles and integrated appliances are to be included within the sale. 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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