The property can be accessed via either of the two external doors, both of which lead into a porch and then into the entrance hallway. From the hallway, there is access to the bathroom, two double bedrooms, and the open-plan lounge/kitchen, as well as three useful storage cupboards.
The lounge/kitchen is situated at the rear of the property and enjoys a south-facing aspect, overlooking the rear garden and benefiting from plenty of natural light.
The kitchen is fitted with a range of wall and base units with panelled cabinet fronts and laminated work surfaces. Integrated appliances include an electric oven and electric hob, complemented by a stainless steel sink with mixer tap. Provision is made for freestanding appliances, with designated space for a washing machine and fridge-freezer.
The bathroom is fitted with a three-piece suite comprising a WC, pedestal wash hand basin, and bath with a mixer shower over. The bath is complemented by a glazed shower screen and tiled splashbacks.
To the rear of the property is a private, south-facing garden, predominantly laid to lawn and enclosed by timber fencing and mature shrubbery. The garden also benefits from a useful timber storage shed. To the front of the property, there is a private monoblock driveway providing off-street parking. A private gate at the rear of the garden provides direct access to a well-used pedestrian pathway leading to Melrose town centre and the Borders General Hospital, offering excellent convenience for local amenities and healthcare facilities.
Regarded by many as one of the most desirable Border Towns, which was voted "One of the Best Places to Live in Scotland in 2022" by the Sunday Times, Melrose provides and extensive range of local amenities including independent shops, supermarket, restaurants, cafes and hotels. Local tourist attractions include Melrose Abbey, Harmony Gardens and Priorwood Gardens. It is also home to the world-famous annual Melrose Sevens and very popular Borders Book Festival. Local schooling includes the Melrose Primary School, the highly regarded St Mary's Preparatory School and is within the Earlston High School Catchment Area, one only two schools in Scotland to feature in Tatler's Top 20 State Secondary Schools 2018. There is an abundance of outdoor pursuits in the area including Rugby, Football, Golf, Horse Riding and Walking including the Southern Upland Way and St Cuthbert's Way. Edinburgh is within easy commuting distance via the A68 and A7 Trunk Roads. Tweedbank, only minutes to the west of Melrose, hosts the Park and Ride facility for the Borders Railway providing a service into Edinburgh with journey times of under one hour, Berwick Upon Tweed (approx. 38 miles) provides a major rail link for travel on the East Coat Railway Line to the South. International Airports can be found in both Edinburgh and Newcastle.
All mains services are present. UPVC Double Glazing and Gas Central Heating.
Council Tax Band C.
All fitted floor coverings and integrated appliances are to be included within the sale.
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