Oatlands, Houndridge, Kelso, Roxburghshire, TD5 7QN

4 Bed House - Detached with 3 Reception Rooms

Sale history

£530,000 in October 2023

The property

With beautiful panoramic views over rolling fields stretching towards the Cheviots, this impressive detached home is ideally positioned to make the best of town and country - being set just past the charming village of Ednam and only four miles from the vibrant town of Kelso itself.

  • Oatlands

    The property provides a choice of reception areas and comfortable living space; including a large lounge extending to an open plan garden room overlooking the rear aspect and an elegant dining kitchen, the property provides plenty of entertaining and relaxing space. With four luxurious ensuite bedrooms, including a ground level facility, there is ample space for a family or for hosting guests. With a design that focuses on natural light and incorporates the best of the outlook and location, Oatlands also provides impressive eco credentials – a topic at the fore front of so many buyers minds. With a timber frame construction, cavity wall insulation and underfloor heating throughout the ground level, highly efficient solar panels with a generous feed-in tariff fixed until 2036 result in the property being extremely manageable in terms of low running costs, with an EPC rating of B. The charming hamlet has an exclusive feel, with the individually designed homes all benefiting generous plot sizes securing privacy, with colourful frontages and private parking. The main section of garden for Oatlands is set to the rear and is a fantastic complement to the house itself – well proportioned, with enough space to enjoy, relax and potter, it is easily maintained with an excellent level of privacy and entirely level and enclosed. With a generous section of lawn, there are patio and BBQ areas, colourful borders and beds, a timber shed and greenhouse, and a south facing decked terrace for al fresco days. A great choice for a family or for those in search of a change in lifestyle or location, Oatlands is an exceptionally stylish and desirable home offering luxurious proportions, an adaptable layout and those all-important country outlooks.

  • Location

    Set just out with the charming village of Ednam, Houndridge is a countryside hamlet blending traditional and modern built properties, lying just 4 miles from Kelso – enjoying fantastic rural outlooks while remaining well connected. Kelso, which lies at the meeting point of the Tweed and Teviot rivers, is one of the most attractive and unspoiled towns in the Borders. Notable features are the 12th Century Abbey, the Flemish style cobbled square, Floors Castle and the old bridge across the Tweed. The town has good educational and sporting facilities and many quality shops. The area has much to offer those interested in country pursuits with fishing on the Tweed and is an increasingly sought after location within the Borders.

  • Accommodation Summary

    Ground Floor: Entrance Vestibule, Hallway, Sitting Room, Sun Room, Breakfasting Kitchen, Utility Room, Bedroom with Ensuite Shower Room, Cloakroom. First Floor: Landing, Master Bedroom with Ensuite Bathroom, Two Further Bedrooms - one with Ensuite Bathroom and one with Ensuite Shower Room. External Space: Front Garden, Drive, Double Garage, Enclosed Rear Garden, Shed, Log Store & Greenhouse.

  • Key Features

    • Excellent Efficiency & Eco Credentials • Solar feed-in tariff generating approx. £2,300 per year. • Stunning Family Home with Four Ensuite Bedrooms • Countryside Aspect & Outlooks • Double Garage & Outdoor Storage • Immaculate Condition as Reflected in Home Report • Easy Access to Kelso & Further Towns • Flexible Use of Living Space & Homeworking

  • Services

    Mains electricity, gas, water. Private drainage. Combi Boiler Central Heating. Woodburning stove. Fully double glazed. Solar Panels. Electric car charger point.

  • Council Tax

    Band G. (Note: £449 reduction for private drainage)

  • Energy Efficiency

    Band B -90

  • Additional Information

    All floor coverings, and integrated appliances and fittings are included in the sale price. Internal 201m2 approx.

  • Viewing & Home Report

    To arrange a viewing or request a copy of the Home Report contact the selling agents, Hastings Property on 01573-225999-lines open until 10pm 7 days a week.

  • Price & Marketing Policy

    Offers Over £485,000 are invited and should be submitted to the Selling Agents, Hastings Property Shop, 28 The Square, Kelso, TD5 7HH, 01573 225999, Fax 01573 229888. The seller reserves the right to sell at any time and interested parties will be expected to provide the Selling Agents with advice on the source of funds with suitable confirmation of their ability to finance the purchase.

Energy rating B

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