Templeknowe •

Templeknowe ST BOSWELLS ROXBURGHSHIRE • TD6 0EX

Impressive Edwardian house with spacious accommodation and grounds, peacefully situated in the heart of the

Accommodation and amenities 4 reception rooms (including sun room) • 9 bedrooms 3 bathrooms • Kitchen/breakfast room • Study • Utility room

Integral double garage and workshop

2 cottages • Stable buildings and yard

Formal and landscaped gardens • Tennis court • Grazing land

In all approximately 19.55 acres

For sale as a whole

St Boswells 1 mile • Melrose 5 miles • 40 miles (Distances approximate)

These particulars are intended only as a guide and must not be relied upon as statements of fact. Your attention is drawn to the Important Notice on the last page of the text. Situation Templeknowe is situated on the outskirts of the popular and accessible Borders village of St Boswells in the heart of the Scottish Borders and within walking distance of the . Everyday amenities can be found in the village and also in Melrose; a wider range of facilities are available in Edinburgh, (8 miles) and Kelso (10 miles). St Boswells has its own village school and is in the catchment area of Earlston High School (6 miles). The village also has a range of amenities including a mini-supermarket, post offi ce, butcher, petrol station, hotel and an award winning bookshop/delicatessen/café, along with a range of recreational facilities including a cricket ground, golf course, tennis courts and rugby club. The is also located nearby.

Templeknowe is accessible from both the north and south. Edinburgh, lying 40 miles to the north, has an international airport and an intercity rail service, while Berwick-upon-Tweed, 32 miles to the east, has a main line station (current journey time to London approximately 3 hours 40 minutes). The new to Edinburgh has its terminus at , just outside Melrose (where St Marys Preparatory school is located). The Borders is well known for its breathtaking scenery and its wealth of sporting and recreational opportunities. Templeknowe is an ideal base for those who enjoy walking, cycling, riding, golf, rugby, fi shing and shooting.

Directions Travelling south from Edinburgh on the A68, proceed to St Boswells and continue on past the Buccleuch Arms Hotel (on the right hand side). At the southern end of the village turn left onto the A699 signposted Kelso and Maxton. Proceed on this road for about 0.7 miles and the entrance to Templeknowe is on the right hand side, opposite the turning to Benrig.

Description Templeknowe is an attractive, Edwardian house dating from early last century, built of rendered stone under a slate roof. The house is approached through stone gate pillars along a tarmacadam drive which terminates in a gravel sweep on the north side of the house.

The house has enormous character and charm and retains many of its original features including parquet fl ooring, astragalled windows and, in true Scots baronial style, has crow stepped gables and angle-turrets incorporated in the design of the house. The main reception rooms are generously proportioned and are characterised by their bay windows which overlook the garden. The house also benefi ts from a spacious sun room providing additional family space with the fl exibility for both formal and informal use. There are 5 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms (1 en-suite to the master bedroom) on the fi rst fl oor and a further 4 bedrooms and a bathroom on the second fl oor. The accommodation is versatile in its extent; Templeknowe would therefore make a wonderful family home.

(See fl oor plans for room layout and dimensions) Templeknowe Outbuildings On the north side of the house is the boiler room, whilst to the side is an integral double garage and workshop.

Gardens and Grounds The gardens that surround Templeknowe are beautiful. To the north are lawns, mature trees and a hard tennis court. To the east of the house there is a formal garden with stone terracing and raised fl ower beds. The main garden lies to the south of the house and, in recent years, has been landscaped to incorporate a pond with its own (pumped) waterfall. Outside the sun room is a terrace garden with a secluded seating area to enjoy the afternoon/evening sun and the views. Close by is the vegetable garden and greenhouse, both of which are sheltered by a high hedge. Templeknowe is characterised by its wonderful mature trees, not least the copper beeches.

The gardens and grounds extend to approximately 19.55 acres. The house and gardens sit in approximately 3.66 acres, with the remaining acreage consisting of 2 fi elds, separated by the St Boswells burn which provides water to both, and which are let annually for grazing. An avenue of land runs along the eastern boundary and facilitates access to the fi elds from the stables without having to go through the garden.

Templeknowe Cottages Adjacent to the driveway, leading to Templeknowe, are a pair of semi-detached cottages, built of rendered brick work under slate roofs.

Templeknowe Cottage 1: The accommodation is on 2 fl oors and consists of 2 reception rooms, 3 bedrooms, bathroom and kitchen. To the north and east of the cottage is a garden. The cottage is currently occupied by staff .

Templeknowe Cottage 2: The accommodation is on 2 fl oors and consists of 2 reception rooms, 2 bedrooms, bathroom and kitchen. At the front of the cottage is a small garden. The cottage is currently let on a Short Assured Tenancy.

Stable Courtyard The stable courtyard lies to the north of the house and is an L-shaped range of buildings built of rendered brick under a slate roof. The buildings consist of 7 loose boxes, tack room, feed room, former grooms fl at, workshop, old laundry, store room, garage and fuel store. Subject to obtaining the necessary consents, the stable block could be converted to create additional accommodation and/or offi ce space.

Outgoings Templeknowe – Council Tax band G

Templeknowe Cottage 1 – Council Tax band C

Templeknowe Cottage 2 – Council Tax band B Templeknowe Cottages Services Electricity Water Drainage Central Heating Templeknowe Mains Mains Septic tank Mains gas (zoned) Templeknowe Cottage 1 Mains Mains Septic tank Mains gas Templeknowe Cottage 2 Mains Mains Septic tank Mains gas These systems have not been tested and therefore there is no warranty from the agent.

Conditions of Sale 1. Fixtures and Fittings Items not specifi cally mentioned within the sale particulars are not included in the sale, but may be available for purchase at separate valuation.

2. Title The subjects are sold under the conditions in the Title Deeds, rights of way (if any), water rights aff ecting the same, whether shown in the Title Deeds or not. They will be sold as possessed by the Seller and no 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 attributable to the Sellers or their agents.

Stable Courtyard Tenure Freehold with vacant possession.

Entry By arrangement.

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