2 Borthwick Cottages, Duns

Located on the outer edge of Duns, not far from the Golf Course yet within walking distance of the local schools and town centre, 2 Borthwick Cottages is a rarely available semi-detached bungalow. Set well back from the road with a large front garden, off street parking and further ground to the side and rear, this property offers pleasant internal proportions and presents an exciting opportunity for those discerning buyers seeking a home that they can cosmetically upgrade to their own tastes. The sizeable attic also offers scope for future development, with the neighbouring property having been extended in this way.

Location

Duns has good educational and recreational facilities including primary and secondary schools, swimming pool, tennis courts, 18 hole golf course, library, various speciality shops and walks and nature reserve within the grounds of Duns Castle and is home to the classical Edwardian Mansion at Manderston. Edinburgh is 45 miles away with the main East Coast rail line at Berwick upon Tweed some 15 miles distant.

Highlights

•Edge of town position
•Walking distance to the town centre
•Rural outlooks
•Scope for cosmetic upgrades
•Potential for attic conversion
•Good sized garden

Accommodation Summary

Entrance Hall, Lounge, Kitchen, Dining Room/Bedroom, Two Further Bedrooms and Bathroom

Accommodation

Positioned to the front of the property, the lounge is a bright airy room with a pleasant aspect over the garden. The multi fuel stove is a cosy feature to the room and operates the central heating system. Extending towards the rear, the kitchen is currently fitted with a good range of units; a large window to the side enjoys an open aspect over the surrounding farmland and an external door gives direct access to the garden. Opposite the lounge, on the far side of the entrance hall lies the dining room or third bedroom if preferred; a well-proportioned room, ideal for either use. Two further bedrooms one with built in storage, extend to the rear of the bungalow, as does the bathroom with partially tiled walls and a shower over the bath. A hatch from the hallway opens to give access to a large attic area which extends the full length of the bungalow.

External

The main area of garden lies to the front of the property; well established, thoughtfully stocked and arranged into different sections including a vegetable plot, greenhouse and flower garden. Double gates open onto an area of hard standing for parking, with space to enlarge this area if desired. The gardens extend to the side of the bungalow with a further low maintenance gravelled section to the rear.

Services

Mains water, electricity and drainage to shared septic tank. Double glazing. Solid fuel heating

Council Tax

Band B

Energy Efficiency

Rating E

Directions

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Viewing & Home Report

A virtual tour is available on Hastings Legal web and YouTube channel - please view this before booking a viewing in person. The Home Report can be downloaded from our website www.hastingslegal.co.uk or requested by email enq@hastingslegal.co.uk

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Price & Marketing Policy

Offers over £195,000 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.