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The Steading Yarrow Selkirkshire TD7 5LA

The Steading is a charming distinctive property of real character featuring crow-stepped gables and large arched windows, it is set within 0.61 acres in the stunning picturesque Yarrow Valley. The Steading Yarrow Selkirkshire TD7 5LA

Accommodation Comprises:

• Vestibule • Inner Hall • Livingroom • Dining Hall • Dining Kitchen • 3 Bedrooms • Bathroom • Cloakroom with WC and Wash Hand Basin • Workshop [4th Bedroom] • Spacious floored and lined Attic • Mature Gardens and Garage DESCRIPTION The Steading is a charming distinctive property of real character featuring crow-stepped gables and large arched windows, it is set within 0.61 acres in the stunning picturesque Yarrow Valley. The property was originally constructed around 1640 and converted from the original Byre, Stables, Hay Store and Coach House of the Manse in the 1960’s. The generous, easily managed accommodation comprises; Dining Hall; fantastic 29’ long Livingroom with beamed ceiling and feature stone fireplace with multi fuel burning stove set on a slate hearth; large Dining Kitchen with excellent range of modern units and oil fired Aga; 3 Bedrooms; Bathroom; Cloakroom with WC; and Workshop [which could easily be converted to a 4th Bedroom]. A timber staircase leads up to a spacious floored and lined Attic which provides suitable space for an office and several store rooms. The property is warmed by oil fired central heating, water is heated from the Aga in the kitchen and the majority of windows are double glazed with some single glazed at first floor level.

GARDEN AND OUTBUILDINGS A feature of the property is the mature gardens with open expansive lawns to the front and side and the huge variety of flowering plants, shrubs and fruit trees. There is a partially enclosed cobbled courtyard in front of the house, which is a suntrap and ideal for al fresco dining. Ample parking is provided by a detached double Garage and sweeping driveway. External Store, timber shed and log store.

LOCATION The Steading is situated in the peaceful hamlet of Yarrow which nestles in the picturesque Yarrow Valley around 9 miles southwest of Selkirk in the uplands of the Scottish Borders. Whilst the house itself sits back from the road, the property adjoins the A708 Selkirk to Moffat road, which is one of Scotland’s most scenic routes passing St Mary’s Loch and the Grey Mare’s Tail waterfall. For walking and cycling enthusiasts there is a wide network of local footpaths including the Southern Upland Way, which passes a few miles to the north. The local Primary School is situated In Yarrow Feus, one mile to the west. Selkirk is a busy market town providing a good range of retail and recreational services. It also has a reputable secondary school. A few miles further north is the larger town of Galashiels which offers more extensive shopping including superstores, M&S and Next. It also has the new Borders rail link to the City of Edinburgh.

DIRECTIONS If travelling from Edinburgh follow the A701 for about 12 miles south to Leadburn and then continue on the A703 for a further 12 miles to Peebles. At Peebles turn left onto the A72 continue to Innerleithen. In Innerleithen turn right onto the B709 signposted for Traquair and St Mary’s Loch. Continue on this road for about 9 miles to the crossroads with the A708. Turn left and follow the road for about 4 miles, The Steading is on the left hand side after the Manse.

SERVICES Mains electricity, private water supply with filter and ultraviolet purifier and oil fired central heating. Drainage is to a private septic tank.

ENERGY PERFORMANCE CERTIFICATE RATING: D

FIXTURES AND FITTINGS The sale shall include the carpets where fitted together with the integrated electric hob, oven, dishwasher and fridge freezer. The Aga and washing machine. [NB. Some light fittings are not included in the sale]

VIEWING By appointment with the Selling Agents.

ENTRY By mutual agreement.

OFFERS Offers should be submitted in proper legal form to the Selling Agents. Any prospective purchaser wishing to be informed of a closing date should notify the Selling Agents as soon as possible. The Selling Agents reserve the right to sell the property without setting a closing date and do not bind themselves to accept the highest of any offer. Interested in this property? Peebles Call 01721 723999

23 Northgate, Peebles, EH45 8RX Phone: 01721 723999 Fax: 01721 723888 Email: [email protected]

Opening Hours: Monday to Friday: 9.00am to 5.00pm

Also At: Galashiels, Tel 01896 758 311 Jedburgh, Tel 01835 863 202 Hawick, Tel 01450 3723 36 Kelso, Tel 01573 400 399 Melrose, Tel 01896 822 796 Peebles, Tel 01721 723 999 Selkirk, Tel 01750 723 868

ACCOMMODATION AND APPROXIMATE ROOM SIZES ARE AS FOLLOWS:- DINING HALL: 16’7’’ x 14’8’’ (5.06m x 4.48m) LIVINGROOM: 29’11’’ x 15’7’’ (9.11m x 4.75m) DINING KITCHEN: 18’3’’ x 15’9’’ (5.56m x 4.81m) BEDROOM 1: 15’10’’ x 12’10’’ (4.83m x 3.91m) BEDROOM 2: 10’4’’ x 8’6’’ (3.15m x 2.6m) BEDROOM 3: 12’6’’ x 10’3’’ (3.81m x 3.12m) BATHROOM: 7’10’’ x 5’6’’ (2.38m x 1.68m) WORKROOM: 14’5’’ x 14’1’’ (4.4m x 4.29m) CLOAKROOM: 7’10’’ x 2’10’’ (2.39m x 0.86m)

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Whilst these particulars are prepared with care and are believed to be accurate neither the Selling Agent nor the vendor warrant the accuracy of the information contained herein and intending purchasers will be held to have satisfied themselves that the information given is correct.