The Rowans, High Street, Ayton, Eyemouth, Berwickshire, TD14 5QP
Sale history
£285,000 in October 2021
The property
Dating from the mid 1800's this traditional townhouse offers a very rare and exciting prospect for those seeking the opportunity to upgrade and renovate what has the potential to be an absolutely fabulous family home. Located in the heart of the village, the property extends over two floors and has a very versatile and adaptable layout - originally two separate properties, both staircases are still in situ and depending on requirements the layout could easily be reconfigured to suit, or left as it is with the option to cater for extended family or multi-generational living. The space and flexibility on offer internally is matched by that externally - the particularly large, fully enclosed rear gardens are an absolute delight. They provide a private and very peaceful haven; landscaped into various sections, they are beautifully stocked and offer an excellent environment for a family friendly garden or, for the gardening enthusiast, there is a real opportunity to create 'the good life; with more than enough room for vegetable plots, summer house etc. Further options and opportunities are afforded by the extensive basement areas; currently divided into several rooms, most of which are used as storage in addition to an artist's studio and adjoining cloakroom as well as a workshop. This area could easily offer possibilities for further development and conversion depending on requirements and subject to permissions.
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Location
Ayton is a small traditional Borders village which benefits from a good selection of local amenities, while the local primary school has a very good reputation, as does Eyemouth High School which is only a couple of miles away. The beautiful Baronial red sandstone Ayton Castle sits proudly in its well-tended grounds and is open to the public during the summer months, while the local pub and bowling club are perfect for socialising with the local community. The village has excellent access to the A1 which allows easy commuting to Edinburgh to the north and Newcastle to the south, while direct bus routes to Eyemouth, Duns and Berwick-upon-Tweed, with its mainline railway station, provide great public transportation links. Ayton is also within very easy reach of the fabulous Berwickshire Coastline including Coldingham with its iconic bay and beautiful St Abbs .
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Accommodation Summary
Entrance Hall, Dining Room, Kitchen, Bathroom, Lounge, Sitting Room, Utility Room, Master Bedroom with Dressing Room, Two Further Double Bedrooms and Second Bathroom. Off Street Parking/Garage. Extensive Basement inc Workshop, Studio and Cloakroom. Extensive Gardens.
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Key Features
• An extremely rare renovation opportunity • Scope for a truly fabulous family home • Fabulous & extensive garden grounds • Adaptable interior - options for extended family • Several basement rooms – conversion potential • Easily commutable to Edinburgh
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Interior
The main entrance hall is of good proportions and ensures a lovely warm welcome. The staircase to the rear has a large window over which affords plenty of natural light. Featuring a large bay window to the front the formal dining room is a fabulous area for entertaining – the large proportions ensure plenty of space for a large table and chairs whilst the traditional fireplace creates a lovely focal point. Extending to the rear off a rear hall is the ground floor bathroom with three piece suite and the kitchen which has a window to the side and is currently fitted with a range of base units. Boasting a fabulous elevated outlook over the garden grounds, the lounge is a super room; quietly tucked away to the rear of the property and again of generous proportions with plenty of natural light. The sitting room to the front, again with feature fireplace is a flexible space; a great morning room and with the benefit of an adjoining utility space and store room to the rear. There is access from both the utility and the rear hall onto an external veranda with steps leading down to the gardens beyond. The main staircase leads to the sizeable master bedroom with outlooks to the garden and an adjoining dressing room; this could also be utilised as a nursery or such like if preferred. Bedroom two is currently used as a study/office and provides a lovely work environment but would equally provide another sizeable double bedroom. The second staircase off the main entrance hall leads to a third double bedroom positioned to the front of the building and the second bathroom to the rear.
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Basement
There are a number of large basement rooms accessed from the gardens at the rear. The largest of the rooms have been used primarily for storage but offer great scope for conversion and further development (subject to consents). In addition there is a useful workshop/tool store as well as an artist’s studio complete with adjoining WC cloakroom – this could be further adapted and improved upon to create a great home working solution.
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External
The garden grounds are extensive – surprisingly so given the centre of village location. Having been extremely well stocked they are extremely well established and as such boast absolute privacy whilst also benefitting from sun all day and into the evening. Having been landscaped to incorporate difference sections, the outside space is a gardening enthusiasts dream as well as providing a fabulous family friendly environment – great for children and pets.
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Parking
A garage/covered parking area is provided for at lower ground level with access off the High Street and rear access straight into the gardens.
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Services
Mains water, gas, electricity and drainage. Partial gas central heating.
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