5 bed detached house for sale in Stow

The property offered for sale comprises a superb family home in walk-in condition in this much-sought after Borders village which is very conveniently situated for access to Edinburgh (approximately 25 miles) Lauder (approximately 6 miles), Galashiels (approximately 7 miles) and Melrose (approximately 12 miles). The small development where the property is situated was completed in 2008 and it is situated on the western edge of Stow with breathtaking panoramic views over the surrounding countryside. The properties in Wedale View are within walking distance of the railway station with connection by rail to Edinburgh taking approximately 40 minutes. Station House (previously the Station Master's house) contains a thriving restaurant, a cycle hub and two vacant rooms which can be used by the local community, i.e. French classes, art and craft. There is also a children's playpark and new skater park in the village. Many buses serve the area with regular services to Edinburgh, the Borders towns and also to Newcastle and Carlisle and there is also a connection to Edinburgh International Airport. Within the attractive village of Stow itself there is a health centre, village shop providing day-to-day requirements, post office, cafe and a primary school. In addition there is an all-weather multi-court, a bowling club and around the village is outstanding countryside for ramblers and walkers. Within the area residents can also enjoy fishing on the River Tweed, the use of the golf courses, mountain biking and horse riding. Nearby Galashiels offers a wide range of shops which include two major supermarkets and there is also a secondary school in this town. It also boasts a cinema, gymnasium, swimming pool and health centre and there is a further secondary school serving the area located at Earlston. Access is gained to this property by the A7 which runs through Stow and connects with Edinburgh to the north and the Borders and north of England to the south. The Borders General Hospital and the Scottish Borders Council Headquarters are both within easy reach of this house. Situated in the Gala Water Valley this immaculately-presented, detached house offers country village lifestyle whilst being readily accessible by road, rail or bus to Edinburgh and other parts of the Borders. Completed and maintained to a very high standard this exceptional family home comprises on the lower level a welcoming entrance hall, fully equipped kitchen/breakfast room with useful utility room and a wc. A short flight of stairs leads to the spacious and superb sitting room, the elegant dining room and the family/tv room all of which have French doors opening onto the rear garden. On the upper level there are three double bedrooms, one with an en-suite bathroom/shower room, and a family bathroom and a short flight of stairs leads to a further double bedroom and bedroom number five/office/study. The integral double garage has electronic up-and-over door, light and power and to the front of the property is a hard standing for further parking of vehicles. The rear garden is fenced and very attractively laid out. There is a covered area adjacent to the back of the house from where access by the French doors is gained and this leads to a large decking area from where the garden and the surrounding lovely countryside can be enjoyed. The remaining garden is laid out with lawns and paths and there is a further sheltered sitting area with raised flower beds providing interest and colour at all times of the year.