THE TURRETS DARNICK MELROSE The Turrets Darnick Melrose A beautifully presented and elegant period apartment in the desirable locale of Darnick next to Melrose. This charming property would be ideal for a first-time buyer or as a lock-up and go holiday home or holiday let. Accommodation Comprises: First Floor: External stone steps to first floor front door, hall and stairs to second floor. Second Floor: Landing with two large storage cupboards, open-plan sitting-dining room and kitchen, double bedroom with walk-in wardrobe and en-suite bathroom. Outside: On-street parking, small outside sitting area, covered bin store. Edinburgh 39 miles Galashiels 4 miles St Boswells 5 miles (All distances are approximate) Situation: The front door has a glazed panel and a window This charming property is located in the sought-after above allowing plenty of light into the hall. Stairs with historic residential area of Darnick on the West side a double height ceiling and skylight rise to the second of Melrose. Darnick is within a conservation area and floor landing which has a radiator and benefits from formed part of the original Melrose Abbey settlement, two large storage cupboards. A door leads into the still retaining a large 15th century tower. For those lovely and bright open-plan sitting-dining room and who yearn for a quieter pace of life, yet need to be in kitchen which offers a wonderful space to relax in comfortable striking distance of urbanity, the Scottish and entertain. The sitting-dining area has a feature Borders offers the buyer a virtually unparalleled fireplace, an attractive bay window to the rear with opportunity to combine the best of both worlds. far-reaching views and two radiators. The kitchen Considered as one of the most beautiful areas in has a modern range of floor and wall mounted fitted Scotland, it is a destination with much to offer, not units with counters over and a stainless steel sink least of which is the stunning scenery apparent with mixer tap. There are many integral appliances throughout. The magnificent variety of sporting and including a Zanussi electric oven, gas hob with country pursuits, low crime rates, excellent schools extractor, dishwasher, wine fridge and fridge and and sense of history are a further draw, resulting in freezer. There is plumbing for a washing machine, this being a dream location. Melrose is regarded attractive shelving and a large window to the front of by many as the most desirable and picturesque of the property with far-reaching country views. the Borders towns, situated between the Eildon Hills and River Tweed. The town provides an extensive Outside: range of amenities ranging from a variety of specialist Externally the apartment has stone steps rising to the shops, small supermarkets, boutiques, restaurants front door with a small seating area and covered bin and a selection of hotels. The thriving central borders store underneath. town of Galashiels just four miles away offers a fuller range of recreational and leisure amenities as well Directions: as excellent shopping facilities including major retail Head South from Edinburgh on the A68 and turn outlets. Local tourist attractions include Melrose right on to the A6091 towards Galashiels At the Abbey, Harmony House, Priorwood Gardens and roundabout take the third exit towards Melrose and Abbotsford House, the former home of Sir Walter the first right (B6394) in to Darnick on Abbotsford Scott, to name but a few. Melrose also boasts Road. After a short distance the property is to be the Greenyards rugby football grounds, renowned found on the right hand-side. worldwide as the origin of Rugby Sevens. There is a variety of outdoor pursuits in the area including fishing Satellite Navigation: on the River Tweed, rough and syndicated shooting, For those with the use of Satellite Navigation the horse riding, a challenging 9 hole golf course and postcode for this property is TD6 9AH. a selection of walks including the Southern Upland way. Local schooling includes the excellent Melrose GENERAL REMARKS: Grammar Primary School, the highly regarded St Marys Preparatory School and state of the art Earlston Fixtures and Fittings: High School. Edinburgh is within easy commuting Only items specifically mentioned in the particulars of distance via the A68 or A7, both of which link to sale are included in the sale price. major routes north and south bound. Berwick Upon Tweed provides a major rail link for travel to the south Services: and the Borders Railway opening this autumn will Mains electric, gas central heating, mains water, provide regular services from nearby Tweedbank mains drainage. into Edinburgh. For the frequent flier, airports can be found in Edinburgh, Glasgow or Newcastle. Local Authority: Scottish Borders Council, Council Headquarters, Description: Newtown St Boswells, Melrose The Turrets is an elegantly presented period TD6 0SA Tel: 01835 824 000. one bedroom apartment offering spacious living accommodation and forming part of the first Outgoings: floor and the entire second floor of a handsome Council Tax Band A Victorian property. The apartment has been tastefully decorated throughout in a neutral palate and benefits from a modern kitchen with many integral appliances EPC: and fabulous views of the Eildon hills and open F countryside. 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