THE OLD BARN CRAIGMOUNT PARK MINTO SCOTTISH BORDERS

The Old Barn Craigmount Park Minto. Scottish Borders TD9 8SB

Part of the original home farm buildings of the Minto House Estate, The Old Barn has been completely restored over time; developed and transformed into a charming home perfect for the family. Located in a beautiful parkland setting, near the Golf Course and surrounded by stunning countryside, the property includes a dog kennel, stable and tack room along with a section of ground suitable as a small paddock. Accommodation Comprises:Ground floor: Reception hall, cloakroom/wc, lounge, dining room, snug, kitchen, utility room

First floor: Spacious split landing, principal bedroom with Juliette balcony and en-suite bathroom, 3 further bedrooms one of which is en-suite, family bathroom Outside: Mature garden laid primarily to lawn, screened by trees and with brick and block two level semi circular terrace. Walled courtyard giving generous parking to front and side, with garaging in the former stables. Small stable and tack room. Dog kennel. Potential small paddock.

In all approximately just over half an acre (0.560 acres: 0.226 ha)

EER = F

Denholm 2 miles Hawick 6.5 miles Jedburgh 7.5 miles Edinburgh 52 miles Tweedbank (Borders Railway terminus) 14 miles(all distances approximate)

Situation:The small hamlet of Minto is located not far from the pretty village of Denholm, which is centred around a traditional village green and offers a range of amenities catering for every day needs. Craigmount Park is a location with cachet, perfectly situated for the keen golfer as it is just minutes walk from the picturesque Minto Golf Club and equally ideal for those with a young family as there is a new and highly regarded primary school in Denholm, with the school bus picking up at the end of the road. Borders towns such as Jedburgh and Hawick are in very easy reach, each providing a wide selection of shopping and leisure facilities, and the desirable Abbey town of Melrose with its abundance of specialist shops, bars and restaurants, along with private schooling, is also readily accessible. There are numerous attractions to hand for those with an interest in country pursuits and sports, including innumerable beautiful walks, with horse riding at Hassendean, and the area abounds with buildings of an historic nature, including several Abbeys. Edinburgh lies some 50 miles distant and is accessible via the A68, which also provides a link south bound. Whilst the Scottish Borders region as a whole is already very popular with the commuter the convenience of the re-opened Waverley Railway line will undoubtedly make it even more so. The terminus at Tweedbank will be only 14 miles away.

Description:What was merely a shell to begin with developed into a true labour of love to the current owners of The Old Barn, who over time have transformed this original L-shaped stone barn, once a generating house and stables for a school, into a delightful family home. The house exudes character and provides a super level of accommodation, most recently extended in 2003 by the addition of an almost 30ft principal bedroom, with en-suite bathroom, situated above the original stable block and featuring parapet windows. Enjoying a great level of privacy, the mature gardens are a generous size yet easily kept and include a stable and tack room along with a dog kennel. In addition there is a separate area of ground nearby which could suit as a small paddock, ideal for a pony. The walled courtyard provides generous parking in addition to the stable block, which was converted into garaging and incorporates a log store and coal bunkers.

The front door leads into a welcoming Reception Hall, which is decorated and carpeted in a neutral colour palette and has white moulded doors to the accommodation. Ahead is a staircase with pine banister leading to the upper floor, beneath which is a useful cupboard which contains a gun safe fixed to the wall. The Cloakroom/WC is split into two parts, with the first section providing coat storage and the WC itself fitted with a coloured two piece suite. To the right of the hall lies the comfortably proportioned Lounge, which features French Doors opening out to the monoblocked terrace and gardens, giving a lovely airy feel in the summer months, with a slightly bayed window to the side offering additional light into the room. A pleasing and traditional focal point is offered by an open fire, with stone hearth wall and a recently upgraded back boiler. To the left of the hall a door takes you through to the centrally situated Dining Room, ideally placed for entertaining as it in turn leads to the kitchen, of a size to suit well for both casual and formal dining. A slightly bayed window to the front as well as a window to the rear combine to give lots of light. The kitchen is a real ‘heart of the home’ family room, with an arch to one side taking you through to the charming every day Snug, ideal as an every day siting room and including a fireplace to stay cosy beside in the wintertime, fitted with a cast iron wood burning stove. The Kitchen itself is comfortably large enough to accommodate a table for breakfasting/casual dining and is fitted with a generous range of pine units providing ample storage and worktop space. There are two windows, one with a cream polycarbonate one and a half basin sink and drainer set below, the other having a window seat beneath. Lovely beige stone floor tiles and an enviable Aga range enhance the overall appeal. A stable door accesses the spacious and useful Utility Room, which contains an electric cooker giving back up facilities to the Aga, plus has space for all the normal appliances.

There is also a pantry cupboard, a large second cupboard housing the meters and a door leading to the rear, convenient for walking to and from the kennels and timber stable. This completes the ground floor accommodation.

The stairs lead up to a split landing, which has a small pine balustrade fronting the slightly raised landing to the right, which leads to two of the bedrooms and the family bathroom and then widens out slightly and continues to the principal bedroom. The Principal Bedroom is a fantastic size and has two parapet windows as well as a frosted glass door opening out to a Juliette balcony, a lovely feature. Purpose built storage is catered for by His N’ Hers wardrobes, one of which conceals a safe concreted into the floor, and there is ample floor space to accommodate a range of seating and furniture. An angled door leads into the very spacious en-suite Bathroom, which is quirky in terms of décor, and includes a claw foot bath as well as a large tiled shower cubicle. There is also a china basin and WC, a brass heated towel rail and good light from a velux. Located to the opposite end of the main landing, the second bedroom enjoys views to the garden and woodland beyond and is also a very generous double with twin built in wardrobes. It too has a well appointed en-suite, with a coloured suite of bath, WC and basin. The coombed ceiling is fitted with a velux and there is a cupboard containing the hot water tank. Bedroom Three is a charming room, currently housing twin beds very comfortably and Bedroom Four is perfect as a generous single/compact double, but could provide a study or nursery if required. The family Bathroom has recently been updated and includes a deep linen cupboard which could perhaps be altered into a shower cubicle. Dark wood style flooring and very attractive stone tiling to splash backs enhance the contemporary theme.

Outside:The private roadway that leads to the house from the village has been upgraded to a high standard within the last three years. The drive leads down to a walled courtyard, set to the side of the main entrance to the property. The main courtyard is gravelled and includes access to the garage, which incorporates log store space and coal bunkers. A gate takes you through to the garden, which forms a large expanse of lawn extending all along the front and sweeping round to the side, screened by mature trees giving privacy as well as a serene woodland feel. The French Doors from the lounge open out to a brick and block two tier terrace, semi circular at the base; a lovely spot for summer drinks. Behind the house there is a timber stable and tack room, next to which is a dog kennel. A fenced round area of ground to the right of the drive may give great scope for use as a small paddock.

Directions: Travelling from the Denholm direction, Minto is well signposted. As you approach the village, take the right hand turn after the entrance to the Golf Course. Follow this recently upgraded private road along and you will come a sign post for The Old Barn, on the right hand side. The house is tucked away at the end of the private drive.

Satellite Navigation:For those with the use of Satellite Navigation use of the post code of TD9 8SB will take you to the entrance to the Golf Club – the Old Barn is in fact reached from the next available turning on the right after this.

GENERAL REMARKS:

Fixtures and Fittings:The sale shall include all carpets and curtains, some light fittings and all white goods. It should be noted that some items of furniture and garden equipment are negotiable but that the stone eagles are specifically excluded.

Services:Mains water and electricity. Private drainage to septic tank. Electric night storage heating. Oil tank servicing the Aga. New back boiler behind the fireplace in the lounge, heating the water, with immersion back up. Double glazing in lounge only.

Local Authority:Scottish Borders Council, Council Headquarters, Newtown St Boswells, MelroseTD6 0SA Tel: 01835 824 000.

Outgoings:Council Tax Band G.

Solicitors: John Hunter. Bannerman Burke. 28 High Street, Hawick. TD9 9BY Telephone 01450 372750

Internet Web Site:This property and other properties being marketed by Rettie & Co can be viewed on our website at www.rettie.co.uk as well as our affiliated websites at www.onthemarket.com, www.thelondonoffice.co.uk and www.rightmove.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.

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 mis-statement 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 & Co. 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 properties which have been sold or withdrawn.

Particulars prepared September 2015.

The Old Barn, Craigmount Park, Minto, Hawick, TD9 8SB

Illustration for identification purposes only, measurements are approximate, not to scale.FloorplansuSketch.com © 2015 (ID158433)

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Ground Floor

First Floor

Approximate Gross Internal Area = 216 sq m / 2325 sq ftGarage = 23 sq m / 247 sq ftTotal = 239 sq m / 2572 sq ft

Garage

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Lounge5.59 x 4.6718'4 x 15'4

Dining Room4.62 x 4.4215'2 x 14'6

Utility Room4.35 x 2.3714'3 x 7'9

Snug4.62 x 3.6315'2 x 11'11

Kitchen4.76 x 4.5715'7 x 15'0

Bedroom 43.68 x 2.4312'1 x 8'0

Bedroom 34.40 x 3.2414'5 x 10'8

Bedroom 24.79 x 3.9415'9 x 12'11

Bedroom 18.70 x 4.4428'7 x 14'7

The Old Barn, Craigmount Park, Minto, Hawick, TD9 8SB

Illustration for identification purposes only, measurements are approximate, not to scale.FloorplansuSketch.com © 2015 (ID158433)

IN

Ground Floor

First Floor

Approximate Gross Internal Area = 216 sq m / 2325 sq ftGarage = 23 sq m / 247 sq ftTotal = 239 sq m / 2572 sq ft

Garage

C

C

Up

BiwBiw

Dn

C

CBiw

Biw

Biw

Lounge5.59 x 4.6718'4 x 15'4

Dining Room4.62 x 4.4215'2 x 14'6

Utility Room4.35 x 2.3714'3 x 7'9

Snug4.62 x 3.6315'2 x 11'11

Kitchen4.76 x 4.5715'7 x 15'0

Bedroom 43.68 x 2.4312'1 x 8'0

Bedroom 34.40 x 3.2414'5 x 10'8

Bedroom 24.79 x 3.9415'9 x 12'11

Bedroom 18.70 x 4.4428'7 x 14'7

The Old Barn, Craigmount Park, Minto, Hawick, TD9 8SB

Illustration for identification purposes only, measurements are approximate, not to scale.FloorplansuSketch.com © 2015 (ID158433)

IN

Ground Floor

First Floor

Approximate Gross Internal Area = 216 sq m / 2325 sq ftGarage = 23 sq m / 247 sq ftTotal = 239 sq m / 2572 sq ft

Garage

C

C

Up

BiwBiw

Dn

C

CBiw

Biw

Biw

Lounge5.59 x 4.6718'4 x 15'4

Dining Room4.62 x 4.4215'2 x 14'6

Utility Room4.35 x 2.3714'3 x 7'9

Snug4.62 x 3.6315'2 x 11'11

Kitchen4.76 x 4.5715'7 x 15'0

Bedroom 43.68 x 2.4312'1 x 8'0

Bedroom 34.40 x 3.2414'5 x 10'8

Bedroom 24.79 x 3.9415'9 x 12'11

Bedroom 18.70 x 4.4428'7 x 14'7

The Old Barn, Craigmount Park, Minto, Hawick, TD9 8SB

Illustration for identification purposes only, measurements are approximate, not to scale.FloorplansuSketch.com © 2015 (ID158433)

IN

Ground Floor

First Floor

Approximate Gross Internal Area = 216 sq m / 2325 sq ftGarage = 23 sq m / 247 sq ftTotal = 239 sq m / 2572 sq ft

Garage

C

C

Up

BiwBiw

Dn

C

CBiw

Biw

Biw

Lounge5.59 x 4.6718'4 x 15'4

Dining Room4.62 x 4.4215'2 x 14'6

Utility Room4.35 x 2.3714'3 x 7'9

Snug4.62 x 3.6315'2 x 11'11

Kitchen4.76 x 4.5715'7 x 15'0

Bedroom 43.68 x 2.4312'1 x 8'0

Bedroom 34.40 x 3.2414'5 x 10'8

Bedroom 24.79 x 3.9415'9 x 12'11

Bedroom 18.70 x 4.4428'7 x 14'7

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