Elmbank, Hume Hall Holdings, Hume, Near Kelso

Boasting a magnificent position with elevated outlooks as far as the eye can see, Elmbank offers an exciting and very rare small holding / lifestyle opportunity. With a detached four bedroom family home surrounded by approximately twenty acres of grazing land and a great selection of barns, sheds and outbuildings, the opportunities here are endless. The current vendor runs a small sheep farm and cultivates an annual hay crop but there are multiple avenues by which a vendor could develop additional income if desired with possibilities including equestrian, leisure and tourism or hobby farming. Equally for those looking to relocate here in search of a change of pace or lifestyle move, opportunities such as this don’t come along very often.

Location

The property is positioned approximately 6 miles from the nearest town of Kelso and sits on the brae or hillside below the hamlet of Hume with its historic castle a well-known local landmark. 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.

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Highlights

•Twenty acres or so of grassland
•Detached four bed bungalow
•Selection of outhouses and agricultural sheds
•Rare lifestyle opportunity
•Excellent equestrian prospect
•Multiple avenues for diversification

Farmhouse

The detached bungalow commands an elevated position towards the north of the lot with a southerly aspect and fabulous open views. Having been extended, upgraded and improved upon by the current vendor, the property now presents a great prospect as a family home. The layout offers a degree of flexibility and would also work well for visiting friends and family/multi-generational living. The bungalow is entered from the rear into a very smart farmhouse style kitchen which provides ample space for every day dining. The internal hallway extends off giving access to the luxurious family bathroom with four piece suite and leads to the main living areas to the front. The lounge is a cosy room with log burning stove, good proportions and an opening to the rear into the adjoining family/dining room – this is an impressive space which the current vendors have added – perfect for entertaining or family gatherings. Fully glazed on all sides the room is designed to make the very most of the position with lovely open views and French doors which connect directly to the surrounding gardens. The master bedroom and bedroom two lie to the eastern end of the bungalow; the master room is a super double bedroom with windows overlooking the orchard garden at the side and a very well appointed en-suite shower room. Bedroom two is a bright and airy double room with southerly aspect. Towards the western end of the bungalow is bedrooms three and four – again both double rooms, one with an aspect to the front and the other to the rear.

The garden grounds which immediately surround the property are largely laid to lawn, benefit from wonderful views and absolute privacy. The area to the east of the property currently provides an orchard area with good selection of fruit trees whilst to the south of the property is a drying area, pond and chicken runs.

Land

Extending to approximately 20 acres, the land predominantly lies in a block to the south and east of the lot. Currently divided to provide nine individual paddocks with interconnecting gated access, all served with automatic drinkers and all with stock proof fencing. The configuration of the paddocks could easily be altered to suit requirements. The current vendor takes an annual cut of hay and keeps two flocks of sheep but this good grazing land would be perfectly suited to equestrian use or could be ploughed for arable production if preferred.

Barns, Sheds & Outbuildings

There are a selection of original and modern agricultural sheds which are arranged around the central steading / yard which provides easy vehicular access and a large area of hard standing for parking etc. . Off the main entrance drive lies the stone built, original cow byre which still features the original cobbled flooring; currently housing kennels but having been used in the past for stabling and accessed via double sliding doors to the eastern gable. Connected to this building are two further compartments currently sectioned off for storage and a workshop area.

Adjoining this building there is a feed store which then opens to a tin hay shed with further agricultural barn to the rear with vehicular gated access from the bottom of the steading. Currently used for the storage of machinery but ideal as a livestock shed also.

Towards the bottom of the steading area is the modern agricultural shed; of modern construction with timber slatted walls and machinery doors to the north and south gables. Currently used as storage and a lambing shed complete with security/lambing cameras connected to the wifi. This shed offers a range of opportunities, either as a livestock shed or an equestrian buyer may look at the possibility of creating an indoor arena, or further stabling.

All sheds, barns and outbuildings benefit from modern single phase electrics, light and water.

In addition there is also a detached double timber garage with store to the side and external utility room/wash room which adjoins the main house.

Services

The farmhouse is served by mains water and electric. Private drainage. Double glazing and Oil central heating. The outbuildings/barns are all served by mains water and modern single phase electric.

Additional Information

The land is registered for IACS purposes – the reference code being 71/268/0015.

Council Tax

Band D

Energy Efficiency

Rating D

Viewing & Home Report

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Price & Marketing Policy

Offers over £675,000 are invited and should be submitted to the Selling Agents, Hastings Property Shop, 28 The Square, Kelso, TD5 7HH, 01573 225999, Fax 01573 229888 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.