Smailholm Kirk, Smailholm, Near Kelso

Own a piece of history… beautifully positioned within the sought after village of Smailhom, Smailholm Kirk offers a unique and rare opportunity for those looking to purchase an iconic and historic building. Avoiding demolition after the reformation, Smailholm Kirk is steeped in history and believed to date back to the 12th Century.

The Kirk now presents a unique development opportunity with generous internal accommodation.

LOCATION

The position of Smailholm truly offers the best of both worlds; central to the rest of The Scottish Borders but also within a short drive of the rail line at Tweedbank which makes this property ideally suited for those that commute daily to Edinburgh. Equally, the main East Coast rail line at Berwick Upon Tweed gives easy connections to London.

Smailholm is an attractive and historic village located around five miles from Kelso and also within easy driving distance of Melrose and Galashiels. The area is famed for its natural beauty and is popular with tourists; the historic 15th century ‘Smailholm Tower’ is located close by which is a prominent landmark in the area which proved inspirational to Sir Walter Scott.

HIGHLIGHTS

-Own a piece of history
-Rare development Opportunity
-Generous Proportions
-Rural, Village Location yet Accessible

SMAILHOLM KIRK

Dating back to the 12th century, part of original layout still remains but was altered during the 17th century in accordance with the needs of reformed workship with the creation of a gallery or laird’s loft, where the local landowner and his family sat, separated from the other parishioners. In 1820 and 1907 the kirk was later altered.

This kirk has endearing and intriguing historical features such as the laird’s loft and original features such as arches, stain glass window and pipe organ.

The property includes vehicle access with private parking and driveway. Change of use to residential would be subject to the approval of the local authority and enquiries should be made with Scottish Borders Council Planning Department.

SERVICES

Mains electricity. Other services available nearby. Oil fired central heating.

VIEWING

A virtual tour is available on Hastings Legal web and YouTube channel - please view this before booking a viewing in person.

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PRICE and MARKETING POLICY

Offers In The Region Of £145,000 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.