Helmsdale, Allanton

This charming stone built cottage offers much larger accommodation than first impressions would lead you to believe and provides a versatile layout to suit different requirements. Having very recently undergone a programme of upgrading and modernising, the interior is elegantly presented in tasteful period style throughout; The Farrow & Ball colour palette is stylish and understated which fits perfectly with the traditional nature of the property. For those seeking a traditional family home which is ready to move into, Helmsdale is an excellent prospect; with the added advantage of a lovely village setting which includes a popular village pub/restaurant plus easy access to the amenities & local schooling within the surrounding towns and villages.

Location

Allanton is well located with the Berwickshire coast and Berwick-upon-Tweed approximately 10 miles east and with Edinburgh and Newcastle approximately one hour distant via the A1 and main east coast rail connection at Berwick and more recently at nearby Reston. The surrounding countryside offers excellent opportunities for walking and riding in the Cheviot and Lammermuir Hills, trout fishing on the nearby Rivers of The Blackadder and Whiteadder and salmon on the Tweed. Allanton itself has a popular village inn and restaurant and a village hall. Primary schooling and local shopping is available in Chirnside approximately one mile away with Secondary schooling at the Berwickshire High School.

Highlights

•Period family home
•Deceptively spacious
•Versatile layout
•Recently upgraded interior
•Enclosed rear garden
•Lovely village setting

Accommodation Summary

Entrance Hall, Sitting Room, Family Room/Dining Room, Dining Kitchen, Bathroom, Master Bedroom with En-Suite Bathroom, Two Further Double Bedrooms and Shower Room. Large Attic. Enclosed Rear Garden.

Accommodation

The traditional panelled entrance door opens to a useful and welcoming vestibule and in turn the main entrance hall with stairs extending to the upper floor. To the front of the building sits the sitting room which is a lovely period room with dual aspect windows affording a view of the village. The open coal fire to one wall gives good character and is a lovely focal point. Extending to the rear is a sizeable family room or dining room if preferred which boasts an aspect over the rear garden and is centred around a large multi fuel stove. This room connects directly to the kitchen which in turn gives access to the garden. Fitted with an excellent range of traditional farmhouse style units complete with solid wood worktops, the kitchen is a light and airy space which provides room for every day dining. Finally on the ground floor is one of the bathrooms which is freshly presented and fitted with a white three piece suite with the added bonus of a built in utility cupboard with plumbing/space for washing machine and drier.

All three bedrooms on the upper floor are spacious double rooms; the master bedroom enjoys a peaceful aspect over the rear garden and benefits from a very well appointed en-suite bathroom. Bedrooms two and three are both bright rooms overlooking the village and are served by a smart shower room with tiled walls.

External

Extending off the kitchen is a private and sheltered paved patio area; an ideal spot for summer dining and with ample room for patio furniture, BBQ etc. Stone steps from the patio extend to an additional area of elevated garden which is fully enclosed with new fencing. Again very private and catching the summer sun well into the evening, this area has great potential for further landscaping and could easily be used to create a really lovely family friendly space.

Services

Mains services. Electric heating.

Council Tax

Band D

Energy Efficiency

Rating D

Viewing & Home Report

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Price & Marketing Policy

Offers over £245,000 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.