Stepping inside Monks Craig, you are greeted by an inviting entrance vestibule which flows through to the bright and spacious hallway. Magnificent solid oak beams adorn the ceilings to the principal lounge and kitchen adding unique warmth and character to the property. The lounge is a true centrepiece of the home, featuring a stunning stone-built fireplace with Danish woodburning stove that exudes rustic elegance, creating a cosy and atmospheric space, perfect for family gatherings or unwinding on chilly evenings. Double doors open onto the patio, seamlessly blending indoor and outdoor living. The expansive dining kitchen is a dream for those who love to cook and entertain. this space is designed for both functionality and charm. The large patio doors allow plentiful light and frame stunning views of the surrounding gardens, bringing the outdoors in. For those working from home, the property also benefits from a dedicated study providing a peaceful workspace. The utility room and cloakroom complete the ground floor accommodation.
The staircase leads to the bright galleried landing, providing access to four generously proportioned bedrooms, including a luxurious principal suite with its own en-suite, walk-in wardrobe and private study / reading room. The dressing room also provides potential to be transformed into a nursery or home office. The additional bedrooms are equally well-appointed, offering beautiful views and plenty of storage. The second bedroom also benefits from en-suite facilities providing a wonderful guest bedroom. The family bathroom completes the first floor accommodation.
The property sits on a very generous garden plot equating to circa 1 acre (or thereby). The extensive grounds are a garden lover’s paradise, with a range of young and maturing trees, including 20 productive fruit trees and large lawns. A young birch grove adds to the character of the grounds, bursting to life with seasonal bulbs. There is a large Indian sandstone patio to the rear accessed both via the lounge and kitchen which provides a wonderful outdoor entertaining space. There is a large gravelled driveway to the front of the property providing ample parking for guests and access to the double car port. All grounds are surrounded by well-maintained post and wire fencing.
There is a timber framed double car port to the side of the property providing parking and storage.
here is a large modern cedar greenhouse, a characterful cedar summerhouse, together with two wooden storage sheds and a three-bay log store, all to be included in the sale.
Mains water and electricity. Private drainage via a septic tank located within the curtilage of the property. Heating is via a ground-source heat pump.
Band G.
Set in the Lauderdale Valley to the north east of the central borders, The Chapel-on-Leader Estate lies around 45 minutes south of Edinburgh, and is conveniently located for access to the main Border towns. To the south there is the popular town of Earlston, dating from at least the 13th Century, Earlston is said to be the home of Thomas Learmonth, better known as Thomas the Rhymer. The town benefits from a good selection of local facilities including independent shops, cafes, pubs, a church, petrol station, small supermarket and excellent local schooling including Earlston High School, one of only two schools in Scotland to feature in Tatler's Top 20 State Secondary Schools 2018. Further North lies the market town of Lauder, 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.
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.
The house is best approached via the west drive. Go to TD1 2PL, and at the rural crossroads, with a sign to Cocklee, take the road down the hill (signposted Chapel on Leader) and Monks Craig is the first house at the bottom, after 0.4 miles.
EPC Rating
All fitted carpets and blinds are to be included within the sale. The cooker in the kitchen is to be included within the sale. The Summerhouse and Greenhouse are also to be included.
A copy of the Home Report is available to download from our website.
Strictly By Appointment via James Agent.
All offers should be submitted by your solicitor in Standard Scottish Format. All parties are advised to lodge a Formal Note of Interest. The Seller shall not be bound to accept any offer and reserves the right to accept an offer at any time.
