House For Sale £390,000
A commanding stone house which was once a Manse to the neighbouring church, one of several denominations in old Dunse, now converted to dwellings. A simple, yet grand, sandstone house under a natural slate roof which cleverly has the main façade of the house facing south into the private garden and with wonderful views. The house although in need of a little upgrading however, has many original period features which include 6-panel pine doors, elegant staircase, sash & case windows, high ceilings, some original fireplaces and the most redeeming feature of all is probably the stunning views from the front windows over the walled private garden and the rooftops of Duns toward The Cheviot Hills. This Category ‘C’ Listed Building is bright and spacious and although the rear backs onto the street it was built to be practical with the garage, yards, coal house and access to the boot room / utility room, all to the rear of the property. Viewing is highly recommended to appreciate the beauty of the simple symmetry and the potential this secretly stunning house has to offer.
LOCATION
The property sits on a quiet elevated street with stunning views south over the rooftops of the Scottish Borders town of Duns. Duns itself offers a good selection of shops, restaurants and a great variety of recreational facilities, including a golf course, swimming pool, rugby club, football club, bowling club, gym and children's play centre. Other amenities include an excellent medical centre, several denominations of churches, 2 petrol stations with vehicle repairs, an independent builders’ merchants, garden centre and a comprehensive range of other businesses and services located on the industrial estate and throughout the town. There is a supermarket in town and most larger supermarkets offer home delivery in the area. There is a modern state-of-the-art High School and a new primary school which opened in 2017. Nearby tourist attraction includes a museum dedicated to the famous Formula One driver Jim Clark that reopened in 2019 after being extensively renovated. The surrounding areas are very popular with salmon fishing on the river tweed, trout fishing on local lochs and rivers along with grouse and pheasant shooting at several local estates. Other nearby attractions include the Wedderburn Castle and Duns Castle which are both wedding and events venues and Manderston House; an opulent Edwardian country house with its famous silver staircase and gardens that are open to the public. Transport and getting around: set on a bus route between Berwick upon Tweed approx. 14 miles to the east and Galashiels approx. 28 miles to the west. Both these towns offer rail links to Edinburgh, the line from Berwick being the main East Coast Line.
ACCOMMODATION
VESTIBULE (2.26M X 2.18M)
INNER HALL (3.57M X 2.26M) including stairs.
LIVING ROOM (6.18M X 4.49M)
DINING ROOM (4.49M X 3.52M)
BREAKFASTING KITCHEN (4.53M X 3.67M)
INNER HALLWAY TO LARDER & CELLAR (L-SHAPED)
LARDER (4.46M X 0.95M)
REAR HALLWAY (1.84M X 1.43M)
SHOWER ROOM (2.33M X 2.09M)
BOOT ROOM / UTILITY ROOM (3.82M X 1.81M)
MEZZANINE LANDING (1.43M X 0.88M)
BEDROOM 5 (3.82M X 2.42M) at widest
BATHROOM (3.21M X 1.88M)
MAIN LANDING (2.28M X 2.24M)
BEDROOM 4 (4.55M X 3.66M)
BEDROOM 1 (4.92M X 4.56M)
DRESSING ROOM (2.44M X 2.26M)
BEDROOM 2 (4.55M X 3.66M)
BEDROOM 3 (4.54M X 3.64M)
GARAGE (6.01M X 3.12M)
COVERED LOG/COAL STORE (4.45M X 2.42M)
BOILER ROOM (2.41M X 1.64M)
EXTERNALLY
The property has a high wall and rear gable to the road with a gateway into the garden which leads you round to the front of the house where the main entrance is located. There are two walled rear yard areas which are most likely the former servants / tradesmen entrance with the first yard having a coal house and access into the boot room / utility (most likely the former wash-house) and the other yard again having access to the rear of the house then out onto the street which is the drying yard. The front south facing garden slopes down and is walled and private. Mainly laid to lawn with an abundance of bushes, trees, shrubs and flowers. There is a sundial sitting prominently in the front garden.
SERVICES
Mains Electricity, Gas, Drainage and Water
Council Tax: Band F
EPC: Band E
VIEWING
By appointment with Melrose & Porteous
SURVEY/ENTRY
By mutual arrangement. Additional arrangements through agents.
Offers should be submitted to Melrose & Porteous, 47 Market Square, Duns, Berwickshire, TD11 3BX
(DX 556 522 DUNS)
Only those parties who have formally requested their interest may be advised of any closing date fixed for offers. These particulars are for guidance only. All measurements were taken by a laser tape measure and may be subject to small discrepancies. Although a high level of care has been taken to ensure these details are correct, no guarantees are given to the accuracy of the above information. While the information is believed to be correct and accurate any potential purchaser must review the details themselves to ensure they are satisfied with our findings.
