TOR HOUSE, CORNHILL-ON-TWEED, NORTHUMBERLAND

TOR HOUSE CORNHILL-ON-TWEED, NORTHUMBERLAND, TD12 4QA

Beautiful period home with annexe accommodation

Approximate mileages: Berwick 13 miles, Kelso 10 miles, 49 miles, Newcastle 58 miles.

Accommodation in brief: Main House Ground fl oor: Drawing room, dining room, family room, study, sewing room, breakfasting kitchen, bathroom, utility room.

First fl oor: Master bedroom with en-suite bathroom, guest bedroom with en-suite bathroom, double bedroom, WC.

Annexe ‘The Stables’: Living room, 2 double bedrooms, kitchenette, bathroom.

Outside: 2 acres of beautiful gardens. Garage with offi ce/storage room.

Edinburgh offi ce 22 Young Street Edinburgh EH2 4JB t 0131 344 0880 [email protected] savills-smithsgore.co.uk Situation Tor House has a fine setting in the pretty village of Cornhill-on-Tweed which lies on the Scottish border approximately 1 mile from . Known as the first and last village of , Cornhill boasts a beautiful boutique hotel with bar and restaurant and has a local shop and Post Office. The market town of Coldstream lies to the North East on the north bank of a long majestic bend of the River Tweed. Coldstream has a range of local facilities; there is a primary school, a supermarket, bank, Post Office, and a good range of local shops. The main A697 road links Northumberland to the and gives easy access to both Edinburgh and Newcastle. The coastal town of Berwick-upon-Tweed is only 13 miles to the east where there is a main line railway service and further amenities including a Marks and Spencer and a Tesco supermarket.

North Northumberland is arguably one of the most beautiful and unspoilt corners of England and recognised as an area of outstanding natural beauty. As well as glorious scenery the area has a huge amount to offer in the way of lifestyle and culture. The magnificent east coast provides a mixture of sandy beaches, historic castles and the world class bird sanctuary of the Farne Islands. The rugged beauty of the Cheviot Hills and renowned River Tweed form a picturesque border with Scotland as well as offering wide open spaces within the National Park. There are several excellent links and inland golf courses nearby including Goswick, Belford and Bamburgh and shooting is available locally with first class grouse shooting in the Lammermuirs and Cheviot Hills together with many organised pheasant and partridge shoots. Description Tor House is a substantial Victorian house built in 1846 as the ‘dower’ house to the Collingwood estate. Various outbuilding and stables dating back to the 17th century have been incorporated seamlessly into the main house making it a large family home with excellent annexe facilities.

As is typical with Victorian properties there is a wealth of space throughout which creates a feeling of grandeur. There are 3 bedrooms in the main house with a substantial study and sewing room, both of which could be utilised as further bedroom space. The annexe accommodation, known as The Stables, has an additional 2 double bedrooms. This section of the house is currently accessible via the main house however it could easily be separated and made independent. The Stables which has been utilised as a holiday let cottage could equally be used as a ‘granny’ annexe.

The house retains many original features - including fireplaces, ornate plaster cornicing, and working shutters in every room. The drawing room is a handsome room with box bay window overlooking the south facing garden. The recent addition of a large solid fuel stove makes this a room to be enjoyed throughout the changing seasons. The equally ornate dining room is grand in its proportions and features a beautiful open fire. The farmhouse style kitchen is perfectly suited to more informal dining and is complemented by the cosy family room adjacent.

The master bedroom which is south facing has dual aspect with beautiful views over the gardens and the surrounding countryside. There are bespoke handmade fitted wardrobes in American cherry and an en-suite bathroom with electric shower. The adjacent guest bedroom also benefits from a full en-suite bathroom. Gardens and Grounds complement the house. The sprawling lawn which is The property is approached via a private driveway lined peppered with trees plays host to a large pond and a with trees and shrubs, leading to a large gravel parking delightful burn which runs through the foot of the garden. area to the front of the house. There are 2 acres of A previous tennis court has been incorporated into the outstanding gardens which have been carefully cultivated expansive lawn however could easily be reinstated. There over a number of years and provide a tranquil haven to is a delightful patio area from which to enjoy the southerly views of the surrounding countryside.

Services Electricity – Mains. Water – Mains. Heating – Oil. Drainage – Private sceptic tank.

Council Band F

EPC Rating EPC E

Viewing Strictly by appointment with the selling agents, Smiths Gore on 0131 344 0880.

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