Laurel Bank is an impressive detached property, set well back from the road, occupying a large corner plot within a small, thoughtfully planned development on the outskirts of the town in a pleasant location with a lovely outlook to a large conservation area. The versatile accommodation is bright and spacious, presented in excellent order and finished to high standards, while the large gardens are fully enclosed providing a private and safe environment for children and pets.

LOCATION
Hawick is a true Borders town steeped in the traditions of its often turbulent past and with strong links to the textiles industry. The annual 'Common Riding' festivities, held in June each year, are based on a historical event in 1514 and is a highlight in the annual calendar of events, which includes various festivals, and the town has a proud rugby tradition. In addition, it offers an excellent range of shops, restaurants and sporting facilities including a swimming pool/leisure centre and tennis courts. Local distances are 50 miles to Edinburgh, 30 miles to Carlisle, and 70 miles to Newcastle.

DIRECTIONS
Travelling along Hawick High Street from Jedburgh and the A68, turning left just before the roundabout into Slitrig Crescent. Follow this road for approximately one mile, taking the second right turn into Liddesdale Crescent.

ACCOMMODATION
Vestibule, Central Hall/Computer Area, Lounge, Dining Room, Family Room, Fitted Kitchen with Breakfast Bar, Utility Room, Master Bedroom with Very Large Ensuite Bathroom and Walk-in Wardrobe, Three Further Bedrooms (1 Ensuite), Family Bathroom. Integral Garage - with heat, light and power. Extensive private gardens. Large timber shed and attractive Chalet/Summer House.

ENTRANCE
An impressive pillared entrance with underlit canopy covering and attractive Indian slate tiled flooring.

VESTIBULE
A partly glazed timber door opens to the entrance vestibule with wood effect flooring.

LOUNGE 4.98m x 4.79m
A well proportioned lounge with a triple window affording a really delightful outlook to the front of the property looking over the garden and beyond to the wooded conservation area. An excellent focal point is provided by a particularly attractive coal effect fire with decorative surround, polished marble hearth and lovely carved timber mantle. Quality timber effect flooring. Two wall light fittings. TV and telephone point. Three double power points.

DINING ROOM 3.49m x 3.08m
The dining room lies beyond the lounge, and is accessed via attractive twin archways flanking the fireplace, with a further decorative archway opening to the central hall area. A window to the rear overlooks the patio area, and this room too has the wood effect floor continuing. Decorative ceiling light/fan fitting. Four double power points.

CENTRAL HALLWAY 4.55m x 3.53m
A very spacious central reception hall with a decorative pillared archway to one end then leading through to the breakfasting kitchen, and with the advantage of three recessed ceiling lighting system. Large shelved cupboard with coat hooks housing the main security control panel. Vinyl flooring.

BREAKFASTING KITCHEN 3.92m x 3.62m
A bright, well planned kitchen fitted with an extensive range of attractive contemporary wall and base units with concealed halogen downlighting, providing ample storage space and work surfaces and incorporating a useful breakfast bar. Fully integrated, the appliances include fridge, dishwasher and with an impressive Leisure Cook Master Range with dual fuel, ceramic griddle, five gas burners, double oven grill and warming oven. One and a half sink and drainer below a window enjoying a good outlook to the rear, ceramic tiled splashback, chimney style extractor hood, tile effect flooring. Recessed halogen lighting. Partly glazed door giving access to the rear. Four double power points and appliance points.

FAMILY ROOM 3.47m x 3.00m
A wide archway opens from the kitchen through to this useful family sitting room with glazed sliding patio doors opening to the large paved patio beyond. Ceiling light/fan fitting matching that in the dining room. Fitted carpet. TV and telephone point. There is a gas point in place should there be a requirement to install a gas fire. Central switching unit for built-in speaker system. Five double power points.

MASTER BEDROOM 3.87m x 3.69m
A large master bedroom situated to the side of the property and with fitted carpet. TV point. Four double power points. Unusually large walk-in fitted wardrobe/dressing room with extensive shelving, clothes hanging rail and tile effect flooring.

EN-SUITE BATHROOM 3.65m x 3.47m
An exceptionally spacious en-suite bathroom with two modesty windows one of which is circular, and fitted with a five suite piece comprising washbasin set into attractive vanity storage unit, bidet, wc, panelled bath with ceramic tiled surround and freestanding shower cubicle with power shower. Heated towel rail. Recessed halogen lighting. Wall light fitting. Laminate tiled flooring. Shaver point.

UTILITY ROOM 3.15m x 2.32m
Opening from the hall, a good sized useful utility room fitted with a range of attractive contemporary shaker style units incorporating a Belfast sink with mixer tap above, and with space and plumbing for washing machine and tumble drier. Oak flooring. Oak worktop, halogen light fitting and extractor fan. Access to loft, with Ramsay style pull-down ladder the loft extending the length of the property and mainly floored. Two double power points and appliance points.

BEDROOM TWO 3.04m x 3.02m
Presently used as a home office, a good sized bright single bedroom with a triple window enjoying the lovely outlook to the front. Oak flooring continuing. Halogen light fitting. Four double power points. TV and telephone point.

EN-SUITE SHOWER ROOM
A most attractively presented en-suite, with stylish contemporary glass and chrome washhand basin, wc and large walk-in shower cubicle with clear sliding doors. Oak flooring continuing. Xpelair extractor fan. Heated chrome towel rail.

SECOND BEDROOM SUITE
A timber door opens from the lounge to a carpeted corridor, giving access to bedrooms three and four, with a shared bathroom between the two.

BEDROOM THREE 3.92m x 3.30m
A large double bedroom, with a most unusual particularly attractive arched feature window to the front, again taking full advantage of the outlook to the conservation area and with curved vaulted ceiling above and recessed halogen lighting. Fitted carpet. TV point. Three double power points.

BEDROOM FOUR 3.80m x 3.31m
A large double bedroom with a good outlook to the side of the property and having a fitted carpet. TV point. Four double power points.

BATHROOM 2.36m x 2.13m
A large family bathroom with an unusual deep silled V-shaped modesty window to the side, fitted with a white three piece suite comprising pedestal washbasin, wc and panelled Jacuzzi bath with chrome mixer tap and shower attachment. Attractive tongue and groove timber panelling to dado, recessed halogen lighting and chrome heated towel rail. Wall light fitting and shaver point.

GARAGE 5.83m x 3.85m
A large, integral garage accessed from the utility room and with a further door leading to the side of the house. Ample space for spare fridge/freezer, shelving etc and with heated chrome towel rail and central heating radiator. "Vailant" central heating boiler and hot water storage tank. Opaque window. Recessed halogen lighting. Six double power points.

EXTERNAL
There is a large driveway with ample parking for several vehicles to the front of the property laid with decorative flint chipping, with a well stocked, mature herbaceous border to one side, and a large lawned area to the other, completely enclosed by timber fencing. A timber gate gives access to the remainder of the garden, part of which is laid to lawn, again fully enclosed and ideal for children or pets, with an interesting variety of mature shrubs and herbaceous plantings. A paved path leads to the large paved patio already mentioned, which is enclosed by further fencing, thus rendering it an ideal secure environment for children if required. A paved path continues from the patio to the rear of the property, with external lighting, external power points and outdoor tap with a useful further storage space to the side. In addition to a large timber shed, there is also a delightful timber chalet, with partly glazed door, and windows to the front and side.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
The fitted carpets, floor coverings and appliances as mentioned are included in the sale.

SERVICES
Mains water, drainage, gas and electricity. Double glazed. Gas central heating.

ENTRY
By negotiation with the Selling Agents.

VIEWING
To be arranged strictly through the Selling Agents.

PRICE
Offers over £285,000 should be submitted in proper Scottish legal form to the Selling Agents Messrs Hastings & Co, The Property Shop, 28 The Square, Kelso, TD5 7HH: 01573 225 999. The seller reserves the right to sell at any time but should a closing date be fixed only those who formally requested the selling agents to note their interest will be informed.

All measurements are approximate and are taken at the widest point. Whilst these particulars have been carefully prepared, no guarantee is given as to their accuracy and they shall not form part of any contract to follow hereon.