Ninewells House, Chirnside, Berwickshire TD11 3XF
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Ninewells House, Chirnside, Berwickshire TD11 3XF Secluded country residence. Edinburgh 50 miles, Duns 6 miles, Berwick-upon-Tweed 9 miles (Distances approximate) 4-5 4 2-3 Situation Ninewells House is situated in lovely countryside just to the south west of Chirnside. The house has a private setting and has all the benefits of a rural lifestyle whilst being only 7 miles from the A1 and the main line railway station at Berwick-upon- Tweed. This excellent communication link to north and south places it firmly within commuting distance of Edinburgh. From Berwick-upon-Tweed there is a fast main line train service to Edinburgh and London with the journey times being approximately 45 minutes and 3¾ hours respectively. There are regular scheduled flights from both Edinburgh and Newcastle international airports to a number of UK and European destinations. Berwickshire is a genuinely rural area with a low population and a wonderful quality of life that is becoming increasingly rare. The countryside surrounding Ninewells House is famous for its beauty and its wealth of sporting and recreational opportunities. It is therefore an ideal base for those who enjoy all outdoor pursuits. Berwick-upon-Tweed and Duns, are the principal towns in the area with a good range of local services and both primary and secondary schooling. The nearby coastlines of south east Scotland and north east England are exceptional and have wonderful beaches, golf courses and superb opportunities for walking, sailing, surfing and diving enthusiasts. Directions Heading south on the A1, with Berwick-upon-Tweed on your left, turn right onto the A6105 signposted Duns. Proceed through the village of Foulden and on towards Chirnside. Continue along the A6105 around the outskirts of Chirnside, where the road bears sharp right, turn left at a lodge onto a private drive. Follow this road bearing right-handed and then left-handed into the drive of Ninewells House. Description Ninewells House is a house of great charm and character in a beautiful country setting. Built almost 28 years ago on the site of an old house (Ninewells was the ancestral home of the Homes of Ninewells whose most famous son was the philosopher and historian David Hume), it is a substantial, Peaceful family house with 2/3 reception detached, south facing house with a private position in the rooms, sun room, 4/5 bedrooms, centre of its own garden and grounds. It has been very well 4 bath/shower rooms, kitchen, utility room looked after and has been up-graded in recent years. It provides extensive family accommodation and, by virtue of Garage block its open aspect, benefits from a wonderfully light and bright atmosphere. Of particular note is the well-proportioned Beautiful, expansive views of Cheviot Hills bedroom and bathroom accommodation and the sizeable from the house and garden reception rooms, which allows the house to be flexible in its configuration with up to five bedrooms and four bathrooms; Large, private, mature garden the conservatory adds another dimension. (See floor plans for In all about 3.46 acres room layout and dimensions.) For sale as a whole Gardens and Grounds Ninewells House is largely hidden from view by a perimeter belt of mature trees and shrubs that extends much of the way around the house, save to the south where the views are sp ect acular. The tarmac drive leads to a block-paved carriage Approximate Gross Internal Floor Area circle. Around the house are some wonderful sp ecimen trees 277 sq m / 2,981 sq including Yew and Lime. Much of the garden is down to lawn, This plan is for guidance only and must not be relied upon complimented by mature shrubbery and recently est ablished as a st atement of fact . Att ention is drawn to the Important fl owerbeds. On the south side of the house are beautiful rose Notice on the last page of the text of the Particulars beds providing a terrifi c disp lay of colour. On the west side of the house is a vegetable garden. Outbuildings Lying to the north west of the house is the double garage. This includes a rod room (and WC) and a lawnmower shed. There is a separate tool shed, as well as a greenhouse. Subject to obtaining the necessary consents, the garage could be converted to create useful secondary accommodation. Services Mains elect ricity and water; private drainage to a septic tank. Oil fi red central heating syst em. These services have not been test ed and therefore there is no warranty from the agents. Outgoings Ninewells House - Council Tax Band G Conditions of Sale 1. Ninewells House Items not sp ecifi cally mentioned within the sale particulars are not included in the sale, but may be available for purchase at separate valuation. 2. Title Deeds The subject s are sold under the conditions in the Title Deeds, Rights of Way (if any), water rights aff ect ing the same, whether shown in the Title Deeds or not. They will be sold as possessed by the seller and no other warranty is given. 3. Deposit On conclusion of missives a deposit of 10 per cent of the purchase price will be paid with the balance due at the date of entry. This deposit will be non-returnable in the event of a purchaser failing to complete the sale for reasons not att ributable to the Sellers or their agents. Interest will be payable on the balance from the date fi xed as date of entry (whether act ual physical entry is taken or not) until paid at a rate of 5 per cent per annum above the Bank of Scotland Ninewells House base rate. Consignation shall not st op the running of interest . In the event of the purchaser failing to pay the purchase price within one month from the date fi xed as date of entry, the Seller will be entitled to resile from the bargain and to re-sell the property without prejudice to his rights to recover from the purchaser any loss occasioned to him by the purchaser’s failure to implement the bargain under deduct ion of any deposit paid by the purchaser. Where overseas buyers are off ering, they should note that the off er must be accompanied by a guarantee from a Scott ish Bank. ck Tra Tenure Freehold with vacant possession. Issues Ninewells House Entry By arrangement. Viewing Sinks Viewing is st rict ly by prior appointment with the Sole Agents Knight Frank LLP. Prior to making an Total area = appointment to view, Knight Frank LLP st rongly 3.46 acres approx. recommend that you discuss any particular points which are likely to aff ect your interest in the property with a member of st aff who has seen the property in Spring N Date: Drawn By: Scale: Plan Ref: order that you do not make a wast ed journey. Mapping Department 12:08:20 MM/CW 1:1250 @ A4 Knight Frank LLP Ramsbury House, 22 High Street Title Hungerford, Berkshire, RG17 0NF W E Ninewells House (t) 01488 688508 Closing Date (e) [email protected] This Plan is published for guidance only, and although it is believed to be correct its accuracy is not guaranteed, S nor is it intended to form part of any contract. ©Crown copyright and database rights 2020 Licence No. 100021721 A closing date by which off ers must be submitt ed may be fi xed later. 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