Channelkirk House OXTON • LAUDER • SCOTTISH BORDERS Channelkirk House OXTON • LAUDER SCOTTISH BORDERS • TD2 6PT Historic former manse in the heart of Lauderdale Accommodation and Amenities Hall • Sitting room • Dining room • Play room • 5 bedrooms 2 bathrooms (1 ensuite) • Kitchen/breakfast room (with Aga) Stone garage and outbuildings • Sheltered garden In all about 1.10 acres For sale as a whole Lauder 5½ miles • Edinburgh 22 miles Berwick-upon-Tweed 28 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. Historical Note Description In around AD 651 St Cuthbert, Anglo Saxon England’s most revered Channelkirk House, formerly a Church of Scotland manse, is a really Saint, is noted by The Venerable Bede to have been ‘watching over attractive Victorian family house set in mature, private grounds. the flocks of his master in the mountains near the river Leder’ from It is constructed of solid natural stone walls which are rough cast the site now occupied by Channelkirk House. The surrounding area externally, under pitched slate roofs. The manse was thirty years is full of other historical monuments including the Roman camp at old when the new kirk was built in 1817. However, it burnt down Channelkirk which house upwards of two legions and also The Holy in 1868 and had to be largely re-built. Although in need of some Well located a short distance west of the house. The dining room of refurbishment, Channelkirk House presents many possibilities Channelkirk House is also known to be built immediately on top of the and has huge scope. It is light and bright and the rooms provide main road that ran between Edinburgh and Lauderdale and which adaptable family accommodation with well proportioned reception was used by coaches and horses for many years. Channelkirk played rooms and good size bedrooms. It is full of character with high its part in the rebellion of 1745 and played host to Johnny Cope and ceilings and a welcoming hallway. Of particular note is the large his troops and Bonnie Prince Charlie. play room which adds another dimension to the house. Situation (See floor plans for room layout and dimensions) Channelkirk House is situated in a lovely secluded setting, high above Outbuildings the Leader Water and surrounded by beautiful Borders countryside. Channelkirk House is approached along a drive with a gravelled Oxton is approximately 1½ miles to the south with its village shop, pub, parking area at the front door. Set apart from the house is a useful village hall and primary school. Edinburgh is approximately 22 miles range of outbuildings constructed of solid natural stone under a slate to the north whilst Lauder, approximately 5.5 miles to the house, has roof. It provides garaging for two cars and a workshop and store for a good range of local services. Both Edinburgh and Berwick-upon- garden equipment. Tweed have east coast mainline intercity rail links and there are regular international and domestic flights from Edinburgh airport. Channelkirk Gardens and Grounds House lies within the catchment area of Earlston High School Surrounding the house is a private garden, mainly down to lawn and (13 miles). Channelkirk House is an ideal base for those wishing to bordered with mature trees which add to the sense of seclusion. take advantage of the wealth of recreational opportunities available in At the back of the house, across the back drive, is the orchard the Scottish Borders, an area renowned for its unspoilt beauty, strong and former vegetable garden. Set apart from the house is an equestrian/common riding tradition and a rich variety of sports as well “En Tout Cas” tennis court which is in need of resurfacing. A right as superb opportunities for walkers, cyclists and sportsmen. of access is retained over the land linking Channelkirk House to the tennis court. Directions Heading south out of Edinburgh on the A68, take the first turning on Services the right at the foot of Soutra just after the snow gates, signposted Mains electricity. Oil fired central heating. Private drains and private to Kirktonhill and then take the first turning on the right. Follow this water supply. Partial secondary glazing. These services have not road up the hill, signposted to church and Kirktonhill. The gates to been tested and therefore there is no warranty from the agents. Channelkirk House are immediately to the right of the entrance to the kirk. Outgoings Channelkirk House - Council Tax band G 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. 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