To the first floor, the property is entered via a timber door into the porch which gives access to the spacious hallway. The open plan lounge / kitchen benefits from a dual aspect, with windows to the front and rear. The bedroom is of a good size and has a large storage cupboard which currently houses the boiler. The bedroom could equally be utilised as a separate lounge if so desired. The bathroom is set to the rear of the property.
On the second floor, there are two well-proportioned double bedrooms (both with large built-in cupboards) and a WC.
The The kitchen is fitted with a range of wall and base units overlaid with a stone-effect laminated worktop including a stainless-steel sink and mixer tap. Integrated appliances include an electric oven, 4-burner gas hob with extractor hood and fridge freezer. There is a freestanding appliance space for a washing machine. Tiled splashbacks and flooring complete the look.
The bathroom is fitted with a 3-piece suite including WC, pedestal basin and panelled bath with electric shower and glass shower screen.
The second floor WC includes a closed-couple WC, wash hand basin and bidet.
There is a private courtyard area to the rear of the property adjacent to the eternal staircase. The courtyard is laid to slabs and is part bound by timber fencing.
There is a communal drying green area which is laid to gravel and is shared with the neighbouring property only.
The property is located within a popular residential and commercial area close to a variety of shops and restaurants. There is a regular bus service which runs daily with a bus stop located in close proximity to the property. More comprehensive amenities are readily available a short distance away in Galashiels town centre including Galawater Retail Park and Galashiels Transport Interchange. The Interchange houses the main Borders railway station providing regular services to and from Edinburgh Waverley Station.
Galashiels is the largest of the Border towns and is well served by a range of independent shops, restaurants, and cafes along with supermarkets and high street shops. Nearby there is an excellent range of schooling, from primary through to secondary and university education. The Mac Arts Centre and the Volunteer Hall host a wide variety of music events throughout the year attracting some well-known performing artists. The town also benefits from a station on the Borders Railway, offering a journey time to central Edinburgh of less than an hour. Country and sporting pursuits are readily available, including hill walking, fishing, golf, cycling and mountain biking in the Tweed Valley
Mains water, gas, electric and drainage. Gas central heating and double glazing.
Council Tax Band A.
All fitted carpets, floor coverings, blinds and integrated appliances are to be included within the sale.
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Strictly By Appointment Only via the Selling Agent.
All offers should be submitted in writing in standard Scottish Legal format by your solicitor to James Agent (the selling agent). All interested parties are advised to instruct a note of interest via their solicitor. In the event of a closing date being set the Seller shall not be bound to accept any offer and the seller also reserves the right to accept any offer at any time.
