Tweedholm Avenue East, Walkerburn
Offers Over £170,000

Nestled within the charming Borders Village of Walkerburn, boasting magnificent Tweed Valley views, a delightfully spacious three-bedroom main door first floor flat with private gardens. Built in the 1930s, benefiting from some recent upgrades, the property offers an impressive 990 square feet of accommodation, including ample storage solutions and additional potential for an attic conversion, subject to the necessary planning consents.  With direct access to open countryside, riverside walks, and excellent cycle paths, along with a fantastic range of amenities in the nearby towns of Innerleithen and Peebles, this property is sure to attract significant interest.  Early viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate the exceptional location and views.

Well-presented with a comfortable layout throughout, the internal accommodation comprises; ground floor entrance with staircase leading up to a welcoming first-floor hallway with sizeable storage cupboard.  The bright and spacious sitting room features a front-facing window, while a recently installed log-burning stove, set within an elegant timber surround, serves as a warm and inviting focal point of the room.  With a window to the rear framing truly magnificent scenic views, the breakfasting kitchen is fitted with a good range of wall and base units with contrasting worktop surfaces incorporating a stainless-steel sink unit.  Integrated appliances include a double electric oven, gas hob, and extractor fan, while space and utilities are provided for a dishwasher, fridge freezer, and a washing machine.  There is ample space below the window for a table and chairs, creating an ideal spot for enjoying your morning coffee while taking in the scenic views.  The property features three spacious double bedrooms, each with fitted storage.  One bedroom is located at the front, while the two rear bedrooms take full advantage with beautiful views over the River Tweed and the surrounding countryside.  The property includes a partially floored loft space, providing excellent storage, accessed via a hatch and Ramsay ladder within the hallway.

Externally, Externally,  To the front and side, is a practical tarmac driveway providing off-street parking for up to four vehicles.  The driveway leads to a spacious timber garage, which is equipped with power and lighting.  Greeted by the serene sounds of the River Tweed, the private south facing rear garden showcases truly idyllic views over the surrounding hills and countryside and enjoys an area laid to lawn bordered by a beautiful array of plantings.  A paved patio area, enhanced, and complemented by a timber pagoda, offers an ideal setting for alfresco dining and relaxing, whilst a large timber shed with power provides additional external storage.

Location:

The Borders village of Walkerburn lies in the heart of the beautiful Tweed Valley.  The village is well located for country pursuits including mountain biking, fishing, shooting, golf, and hill walking.  There is a primary school and nursery within the village whilst secondary education can be found at Peebles High School.  Walkerburn is well served with a post office/village shop, café, village hall and a hotel.  The County Town of Peebles lying some 8 miles to the west has a wide variety of shops and recreational facilities including the Peebles Hydro hotel, the Eastgate Theatre, and a swimming pool.  The market town of Galashiels, approximately 10 miles east has a cinema and several high street shops including Asda, Tesco, Marks & Spencer and Next.  

Services:

Mains water and drainage.  Mains electricity.  Mains Gas fired central heating.  UPVC double-glazed windows (Installed 2024).  Telephone and broadband connection.  

Items to be included:

All fitted floor coverings, fitted light fittings, blinds throughout, and integrated kitchen appliances will be included in the sale of the property.

Council Tax and Local Authority: 

For Council Tax purposes this property has been assessed as band category A.   Amount payable for year 2024/2025 - £1,268.33.  The local authority is Scottish Borders Council, Council Headquarters, Newtown St Boswells, Melrose, TD6 0SA Tel: 01835 824 000.

Viewing: 

Viewings of this property are strictly by appointment.  For more information or to arrange an appointment, please contact JBM Estate Agents on 01721 540170.

Home Report:

A Home Report incorporating a Single Survey, Energy Performance Certificate and Property Questionnaire is available for parties genuinely interested in this property.   Please contact us to request a copy.

EPC Rating: 

The Energy Efficiency Rating for this property is C (73) with potential C (76).

Closing Date:

A closing date may be fixed, however, there is no requirement for the seller to fix a closing date when more than one interest is noted.  JBM Estate Agents is entitled to accept their client’s instructions to accept an incoming offer without having a closing date and without giving other parties who may have noted interest an opportunity to offer.  Prospective purchasers who have notified their interest through their lawyers to JBM Estate Agents, in writing, will be advised of a closing date if set, unless the property has been sold previously.   

Important Note: 

Formal offers should be submitted to the Selling Agents in Scottish legal form: JBM Estate Agents, 10 Northgate, Peebles, EH45 8RS.  Telephone: 01721 540170, Fax 01721 520104.  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.  Viewers should be advised that even after an acceptable written offer has been received, in the event of any unreasonable delay by the purchaser in concluding missives, the Selling Agents reserve the right to resume viewings.  

Anti-Money Laundering Regulations:

As with all Estate Agents, JBM Estate Agents is subject to the Money Laundering Regulations 2017.  The regulations require us, the Selling Agents, to perform various checks on the property buyer and in order to comply with the necessary regulations, any offer presented to us must be accompanied with certified photographic evidence of the buyer’s identity and separate certified evidence of the buyer’s residential address before any acceptance of the offer can be confirmed.  Alternatively, if certified documentation is not available, the buyer must attend at our office with their original documents.  Please note, until satisfactory documents have been provided and our checks have been fully completed, we are unable to mark the property as “under offer.”  You should also be aware that we are required by law to report to government authorities any evidence or suspicion regarding money laundering and that we are explicitly prohibited from notifying you of the fact that any such report has been made.