2, Balnakiel House, Galashiels

A sweeping driveway leads to this striking Victorian home, with the main entrance opening to an impressive tiled entrance, a substantial entrance hallway with feature stain glass window leads to this impressive three bedroom garden apartment.

The drawing room is of particular note and undoubtedly the heart of the home, and a perfect spot to host and entertain family and friends, with incredible proportions and high ceilings and an impressive feature fireplace, with a dining area in the deep bay window, complete with ornate cornicing, ceiling rose and working shutters.

A large dining kitchen again is filled with plentiful natural light and complete with integrated appliances and plenty of neutral wall and base units. A generous master bedroom incorporates an ensuite shower room and ample inbuilt storage space. With a further double bedroom and a home office space/bedroom three and a stylish family bathroom.

Externally, there are mature grounds that surround the property, shared between the four apartments of the house and framing this tremendous period home. In addition to the property, there are two large outbuildings to the rear, with running water and electricity, would be an ideal workshop/hobby space or use for external storage.


Suiting a range of buyers, 2 Balnakiel makes for a luxurious home for a professional couple, a desirable holiday home or perfect for those looking to downsize to one level accommodation.

Location

The vibrant town of Galashiels is centrally located within the Scottish Borders; benefitting an excellent range of amenities, shops, transport facilities and schools. A selection of independent retailers still thrive, with larger superstores also available at the Gala Water retail park.
Schooling from nursery to secondary level are all easily accessible, with private schooling at nearby St Mary’s in Melrose, and the town hosts the well reputed textile college Heriot Watt, as well as a Borders College Campus.
The property benefits from easy access to Edinburgh via the A7, and lies within easy distance of the Borders rail connection with the opening of the Waverley Line station and Interchange a short stroll. The town has good road and bus connections to all central Borders towns and is within easy travelling distance to major employers at Scottish Borders Council and the Borders General Hospital.

Accommodation Summary

Traditional Vestibule & Central Hall. Inner Hall, Drawing Room, Dining Kitchen, Utility Room, Master with Ensuite Shower Room, Bedroom Two, Bedroom Three/Home Office, Family Bathroom. Shared Cellar. Two Large Outbuildings/Workshop Space with power and water.

Highlights

•Pleasant Outlooks & Mature Gardens
•Retained Original Features
•Generous Accommodation
•Ideal Prospect as Second Home
•Swift Road & Rail Links

Services

Mains gas, electricity, water and drainage. Gas central heating.

Additional Information

The sale shall include all carpets and floor coverings, light fittings, kitchen fittings and bathroom fittings.

Council Tax

Band E

Energy Efficiency

Rating E

Viewing & Home Report

A virtual tour is available on Hastings Legal- You Tube. Please view this before booking a personal viewing. The Home Report can be downloaded from our website www.hastingslegal.co.uk or requested by email enq@hastingslegal.co.uk Alternatively or to request further information call 01750 724160 -lines open 7 days a week including evenings, weekends and public holidays.

Price & Marketing Policy

Offers over £289,000 are invited and should be submitted to the Selling Agents, Hastings Property Shop, 28 The Square, Kelso, TD5 7HH, 01573 225999, Fax 01573 229888 or email enq@hastingslegal.co.uk 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