Neidpath Place, Peebles
Offers Over £220,000

A fabulous two-bedroom mid-terraced home nestled within a contemporary development, enjoying an elevated position and countryside views on the southern edge of the picturesque Borders town of Peebles. Built in 2021, this immaculate home boasts tasteful interiors and a well-designed layout spanning 614 square feet over two floors, and benefits from a beautifully maintained private rear garden, and PV solar panels, offering both eco-friendly energy and reduced utility costs.  Just a ten-minute walk from the vibrant High Street, this home enjoys easy access to a fantastic range of amenities, as well as nearby parks, scenic riverside walks, and cycle paths. With so much to offer, this property is ideal for a variety of buyers, and early viewing is highly recommended.

In pristine walk-in condition, the home opens into a bright and inviting sitting room at the front, offering a relaxing ambiance, featuring a window overlooking Neidpath Place filling the space with natural light, and a staircase to the upper floor, cleverly incorporating a valuable storage cupboard beneath.  Situated at the rear, the stylish breakfasting kitchen features a superb selection of timeless wall and base units, complemented by contrasting worktops.  A stainless-steel sink is perfectly positioned beneath a window overlooking the private rear garden, enhancing the light and airy feel.  Integrated appliances include an electric oven, gas hob with glass splashback, an extractor fan, and a washing machine, with dedicated space and connections for a fridge freezer.  Space for a dining table and chairs makes it ideal for casual meals, while a convenient external door provides direct access to the garden.  Completing the ground floor is a spacious and practical cloakroom utility, featuring fitted units with an integrated dishwasher, a WC, and a wash hand basin. This versatile space also offers excellent additional storage options.  On the upper floor there is a light an airy hallway landing giving access to all first floor accommodation, and a ceiling hatch giving access to the loft space.  There are two comfortable double bedrooms. The front-facing bedroom features fitted wardrobes and an additional storage cupboard, while the rear-facing bedroom boasts a generous fitted wardrobe and offers picturesque views of the rolling hills and countryside.  The accommodation  is completed by a stylish, contemporary bathroom, partially tiled, and featuring a WC, wash hand basin, and a panelled bath with a mains shower overhead.

Externally, the property boasts well-maintained private gardens to both the front and rear.  The open-style front garden features an area of decorative chips and a tarmac driveway offering convenient off-street parking.  At the rear, the beautifully landscaped, low-maintenance garden is spread across three low-level tiers of paving, enhanced by mature plantings within flower beds and a raised timber sleeper planter.  There’s ample space for alfresco dining and relaxing, making it an ideal outdoor retreat.  The garden is fully enclosed by timber fencing with a lockable gate providing external rear access.

Location:

The Royal Burgh of Peebles is a thriving market town and the third largest in the Borders, with a population of around 9,000.  It offers an ideal country lifestyle, featuring fishing, hillwalking, mountain biking, horse riding, and golf.  The Gytes Leisure Centre provides a variety of activities for all ages, while Glentress Forest, located just 4 miles away, is known for its excellent mountain biking trails.  Cultural enthusiasts can enjoy performances at the Eastgate Theatre & Arts Centre and various festivals, including the historic week-long Beltane Festival, Arts Festival, Agricultural Festival, Rugby Sevens.  Peebles’ High Street boasts An excellent range of independent shops as well as some high street favourites, popular restaurants, a health centre, banks, and schools.  The town is conveniently located within commuting distance of Edinburgh, accessible by frequent bus services and the A703, which connects to the Edinburgh City Bypass and the airport for UK and international travel.

Services:

Mains water and drainage.  Mains electricity.  Gas central heating.  PV Solar Panels.  UPVC double glazed windows.  Telephone and FTTP broadband connection available.  

Development Factor:
The communal areas of the development are managed by Hacking and Paterson with an annual factoring charge of approximately £120 payable in 2024.

Items to be Included:

All fitted floor coverings, blinds, light fittings 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 B.  Amount payable for the financial year 2024/2025 - £1,479.72.  The local authority is Scottish Borders Council, Council Headquarters, Newtown St Boswells, Melrose, TD6 0SA Tel: 01835 824 000.

Viewing Arrangements: 

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 B (81) with potential A (96).

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.   

Offers: 

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.  

Important Note:

While we believe the information provided to be accurate, it is not guaranteed.  All areas, measurements, and distances are approximate.  The descriptions, photographs, and floorplans are intended for guidance only and are not necessarily comprehensive.  It should not be assumed that the property remains exactly as photographed.  Any error, omission, or misstatement shall not annul the sale, entitle any party to compensation, nor provide grounds for legal action.  JBM Estate Agents have not tested any services, equipment, or facilities.  Prospective purchasers are advised to satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise and to seek their own professional advice.  All descriptions and references to the property's condition are made in good faith.  While every effort is made to ensure accuracy, please contact us to confirm any details of particular importance to you, especially if you are planning to travel a considerable distance.

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 by 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 our office with their original documents.  Please note, that 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.