15 Wedale View, Stow, Galashiels, TD1 2SJ
Offers Over £440,000 | 5 Bed House - Detached with 2 Reception Rooms
Ref: E496366
Description
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.
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Dining Room
A fabulous dining room fit for formal occasions entered by double-astragalled doors and with double French doors to the garden. Wooden floor. Recessed ceiling lights and centre light. This room also has marvellous views. Full-length curtains. -
Utility Room
A useful area annexed to the kitchen with window to the side and with sink unit and drainer. Plumbed in washing machine/dryer. -
Entrance Reception Hall
The entrance door to this delightful property is half-glazed with further light from the two adjacent side windows. The hall is bright with wood-effect flooring, radiator, access to the upper and lower stairs and also to the kitchen and the side of the double garage. Shelf over radiator. Full length curtains. -
Fitted Kitchen
A modern, fully-equipped kitchen with triple windows to the front and further light/sunshine from the roof windows above. Window blinds included. Stainless steel sink unit and drainer. Ample wall and base units and worktops. Wood-effect flooring. Electric hob, double integrated oven. Fitted dishwasher and fridge/freezer. Extractor hood. Further light in this area from the side window with fitted blind. Radiator and ample space for breakfasting/dining. Access to the utility room. -
Downstairs WC
Conveniently located adjacent to the reception hall and comprising wc and wash hand basin. Partly tiled. Mirror and radiator. -
Lower Landing
A carpeted area with access to the three public rooms and a large walk-in cupboard for storage is annexed. -
Lounge/Sitting Room
A delightful room in fresh decorative order with recessed ceiling lights and French door to the rear garden. Two full-length windows are on either side of the door providing good natural light to the room. Wood flooring. The focal point is the hearth with wood-burning stove with hearth below and carved painted mantelpiece. The door is half-astragalled providing further light to the lower landing. Plain cornice. Full-length curtains. Spectacular views from this room over adjacent countryside. -
Family Room/TV room
A further charming room with open views and double patio doors to garden and half-astragalled door to landing. Wooden floor. Full-length curtains. Additional window to the side of the house with blind. Radiator. -
Upper Landing
This carpeted area opens to three double bedrooms and the family bathroom. -
Bedroom One
An exceptional room with French door to Juliette balcony and two side full-length windows. Full-length curtains and fitted carpet. One wall of this room boasts two fitted wardrobes with double doors providing excellent storage/hanging accommodation. Access to the ensuite shower/bathroom. -
En Suite Shower/Bathroom
This area is tiled – floor and half walls – for ease of maintenance. The suite comprises bath, wash hand basin, wc and shower in compartment. Vertical heater/towel rail, cabinet. Lovely views again from this room. -
Bedroom Three
A further delightful bedroom with double windows facing the rear of the property. Excellent fitted wardrobe. Carpet, radiator. -
Bedroom Four
A further double bedroom facing the rear with open views. Fitted carpet, radiator and spacious fitted wardrobe, window blind. -
Family Bathroom
Large luxury bathroom comprising bath, shower in cubicle, wc and wash hand basin. Tiled floor and half-tiled walls. Velux window providing good natural light to this area. -
Second Upper Landing
A further short staircase, which is carpeted, again with carved, painted bannisters, leads to another upper landing. This area is carpeted and adjacent is a large storage area in the roof void. -
Bedroom Two
A superb bedroom with double French doors leading to the small terrace and facing the front of the property. Carpet, full-length curtains. Again, excellent fitted wardrobe/storage area. Radiator. -
Bedroom Five/Office
A useful additional room on the upper level with window to the side of the property with blind and carpet. Radiator. A peaceful area for home working or it could be used as an additional bedroom. -
Double Garage
The double garage is accessed from the front run-in and has an internal door to the hall. Fitted with light and power and with considerable storage space, the garage has electronic up-and-over doors. -
Gardens
The front area has monobloc parking and a grassed area with central, slabbed path to the front door. There are paths around the side of the house to the enclosed rear garden. A lawn completes the front garden. -
Back Garden
A slabbed area is outside the rear of the house which is covered with a corner arched display area and this continues to an area of decking surrounded by ornamental fencing. This area is laid out for sitting and admiring the breathtaking views to Stow Church and extending beyond over open attractive countryside. Steps down lead to the lawns and pathways and a further sitting area is in the corner to catch more sunshine. There are raised flowerbeds providing interest and colour and the garden is fully enclosed for the safety of pets and children. The amazing views must be seen to be appreciated.
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Marketed by
M J Brown Son & Co
Dean Bank Lodge, 10 Dean Bank Lane, Edinburgh, EH3 5BS
Tel: 0131 253 2201
Fax: 0131 332 4600