Ettrickshaws Lodge Ettrickbridge, KnightFrank.co.uk

Ettrickshaws Lodge Ettrickbridge, Selkirkshire

Ettrickbridge 1 mile, Selkirk 7½ miles, Galashiels 13 miles, Edinburgh 49 miles (Distances approximate)

Former Victorian hunting lodge in a beautiful setting

Accommodation and amenities 5 reception rooms N 5 main bedrooms (all ensuite) N kitchen/breakfast room N office

Self contained second floor apartment with 3 bedrooms (1 ensuite), dining/kitchen area, bathroom.

Various domestic offices

Outbuildings N mature garden N paddock

Good business potential

In all about 6.25 acres

Situation N Ettrickshaws Lodge is situated in a rural and unspoilt part of the Ettrick Valley, one of the most beautiful valleys in the , approximately 1 mile south of Ettrickbridge. The house lies on the south side of the and, despite its rural setting, is within easy reach of the county town of Selkirk (about 7½ miles) and is also within commuting distance of Edinburgh and its international airport which lies approximately 49 miles to the north east. Ettrickbridge has a primary school and a local pub. A wider range of facilities are available in Selkirk, including its well regarded high school.

N The Scottish Borders are famous for their beauty. Ettrickshaws Lodge is an ideal base for those who enjoy walking, cycling and riding. For the golfer there are any number of golf courses to choose from, the nearest being on the south east outskirts of Selkirk. The town also has its own rugby and cricket clubs but is perhaps most famous for its strong equestrian tradition and The Common Riding. Ettrickshaws Lodge lies within the Duke of Buccleuch’s hunt country. Exciting salmon and trout fishing is available on the Ettrick Water and there is very good game shooting for grouse and pheasant available locally. Directions From the north, on reaching the outskirts of Selkirk, take the first turning on the right. Follow this road for approximately 1¼ miles until the T junction. Turn left here and then take the first turning on the right onto the B7009, signed for Ettrickbridge. Continue on this road for approximately 6 miles, passing through the village of Ettrickbridge and after approximately 1 mile the drive to Ettrickshaws Lodge will be seen on the left. Cross the bridge and follow the drive up to the house.

Description Ettrickshaws Lodge is a magnificent, late Victorian house occupying a sheltered position over looking the Ettrick Water. The house, thought to date from the late 19 th century, has well proportioned, accommodation on three floors. Not long after the Second World War Ettrickshaws Lodge started to trade as a hotel and continued to do so until 2006 when the present owners returned it to a private house, following a major refurbishment scheme which allowed them to retain and enhance many original features that give it such character and charm.

The house is of brick construction, part rendered, part harled with red sandstone mullions and detailing. By virtue of its open aspect it benefits from a wonderfully light and bright atmosphere therefore enabling it to be used either as a private house or as a small country house hotel/bed and breakfast business. With the self contained apartment on the second floor there is great scope to let out the 5 ensuite bedrooms on the first floor and the expansive reception rooms on the ground floor.

(See floor plans for room layout and dimensions)

Gardens and Grounds Ettrickshaws Lodge is approached over a shared drive with a private entrance into Ettrickshaws Lodge with plenty of parking and turning space at the front door. The house is set within superb gardens and grounds of approximately 6 acres. To the rear of the house there is a wonderful backdrop of mixed woodland with mature rhododendrons and shrubs. These give a wonderful array of colour in the spring. The silver birch, Scots pine, beech and copper beech all provide shelter and a mature setting. To the side of the house there is a large lawn and a patio leading to the terrace which over looks the paddock, characterised by the 3 lime trees. To the east of the house there is a range of redundant outbuildings. Services (whether actual physical entry is taken or not) until paid at a Mains electricity. Private water supply and drainage. These rate of 5 per cent per annum above the Bank of base services have not been tested and therefore there is no rate and consignation shall not stop the running of interest. warranty given by the agents. In the event of the purchaser failing to pay the purchase price within one month from the date fixed as date of entry, the Outgoings Seller will be entitled to resile from the bargain and to re-sell Ettrickshaws Lodge - Council Tax band H the property without prejudice to his rights to recover from the purchaser any loss occasioned to him by the purchaser’s Tenure failure to implement the bargain under deduction of any Vacant possession will be granted on completion. deposit paid by the purchaser. Where overseas buyers are offering, they should note that the offer must be accompanied Entry by a guarantee from a Scottish Bank. By arrangement. Photographs dated – June 2009 Viewing Particulars dated – June 2009 Viewing is strictly by prior appointment with the Joint Sole Agents Knight Frank LLP and Bruce & Co. Prior to making an appointment to view, Knight Frank LLP and Bruce & Co strongly recommends that you discuss any particular points which are likely to affect your interest in the property with a member of staff who has seen the property in order that you do not make a wasted journey.

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