14 The Glebe is a very smartly presented semi-detached property built by the highly regarded local building firm, Adams of Yetholm, about eight years ago. with approximately 2 years remaining of its NHBC certificates. It lies in this quiet cul-de-sac towards the edge of the popular village of Ancrum, with its excellent facilities. There is a beautifully tended front garden and an absolutely delightful enclosed rear garden with a summer house. The accommodation is bright and spacious, presented throughout in pleasant contemporary neutral tones, both the kitchen and bathroom having recently been completely re-fitted.

LOCATION
Ancrum is a popular Borders village centred round a traditional village green, with a real community feel, benefiting from many amenities including a pub, Post Office, General Store, Butcher, Village Hall, Church and Primary School. The village is well placed to take advantage of other local attractions such as Harestanes Visitor Centre and pleasant walks along St. Cuthbert's Way, while the town of Jedburgh is only five miles distant with its larger range of shops, doctor's surgery, Grammar School, Library and Swimming Pool. The A68 is some half a mile away, providing swift access to both Edinburgh and Newcastle, along with other Border towns, with a regular bus service picking up from the village centre.

DIRECTIONS
Travelling south on the A68 through St. Boswells, the Ancrum turning is on the right after about 7 miles. Continue through the village, passing the red sandstone church on the left after the village green. The entrance to The Glebe is immediately after this on the left, with no.14 situated straight ahead.

ENTRANCE
The property is set well back from the road, with a pebbled parking bay adjacent to a delightful and thoughtfully planted front garden, steps leading to a covered entrance with external light.

HALL 4.02m x 1.96m
A partly glazed timber front door opens to a good sized hall with natural light provided by small window to the side. There is a useful cloaks cupboard housing the "Alpha" combi boiler. Fitted carpet. Radiator. Double power point.

WC
Opening from the hall, a downstairs toilet fitted with cream corner washhand basin and wc, and with modesty window providing natural light and ventilation. "Silavent" extractor fan. Wood effect vinyl floor. Radiator.

LOUNGE 5.95m x 3.35m
This is a particularly bright and spacious room with plenty of space for dining table and chairs if required, with a delightful outlook towards the rear garden afforded by both the window and sliding patio doors. An excellent focal point is provided by an electric stove effect fire with attractive decorative surround on matching hearth. Fitted carpet. Radiator with decorative trellis cover. TV and telephone points. Four double power points.

DINING KITCHEN 3.95m x 3.88m
This is an absolutely lovely and very spacious dining kitchen . enjoying a delightful open outlook across the front garden. It has recently been fitted with an excellent range of stylish contemporary cream 'Shaker' style units, providing ample work surfaces and storage space, with concealed fluorescent lighting, an attractive ceramic splashback and high quality limestone laminate floor tiles which have been used to great effect to complement the units. There is a stainless steel sink and drainer, integrated slimline dishwasher, a four ring brushed steel gas hob, matching grill and oven with pull-out extractor fan above, and additional storage space provided by a large shelved under stair pantry cupboard. Space and plumbing for washing machine and space for fridge/freezer. Recessed halogen lighting. Radiator. Telephone point. Two single and three double power points and appliance points.

UPSTAIRS ACCOMMODATION
A carpeted staircase leads to the carpeted landing with further superb storage space in the form of an airing cupboard adjacent to a deep double cupboard with extensive shelving, with a hatch above giving access to the attic space which has pull-down loft ladder, partial flooring and lighting.

BEDROOM ONE 3.71m x 3.36m
A generously sized double bedroom with a lovely woodland outlook to the rear and a large built-in wardrobe with shelving above and electric lighting. Fitted carpet (continuing into the wardrobe). Radiator. TV point. Telephone point. Three double power points.

BEDROOM TWO 3.67m x 2.96m
Another large, bright double bedroom with an open outlook to the front taking in the surrounding trees and countryside, also having a built-in wardrobe and with a useful wash basin set into vanity storage unit. Fitted carpet. Radiator. Three double power points.

BEDROOM THREE 2.76m x 2.35m
The third bedroom also enjoys a good outlook to the rear of the house, again featuring a useful built-in wardrobe with clothes hanging rail and shelving. Fitted carpet. Radiator. Two double power points.

BATHROOM 2.12m x 1.93m
Recently re-fitted, this is a very well presented, bright and airy bathroom fitted with a three piece white contemporary suite comprising wc, pedestal washbasin and bath with "Mira" mains pressure shower above and clear shower screen, the whole featuring most attractive ceramic tile with chrome heated towel rail and modesty window to the front. Mosaic effect flooring. "Silavent" extractor fan. Frosted glass wall cabinet.

EXTERNAL
In addition to a neatly kept front garden with off-street parking adjacent, a timber gate opens to the completely enclosed and easily maintained south-facing rear garden with timber shed and a delightful timber summerhouse which takes advantage of the westerly light. There is a paved patio/barbecue area accessed from the patio doors in the lounge, with an area of lawn and a particularly attractively planted section beyond. Outside water tap. This garden has been thoughtfully planned and enjoys a particularly high degree of privacy..

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
The fitted carpets, floor coverings, blinds, curtains and blinds in the lounge, timber shed, summerhouse and fitted appliances are included in the sale. *Bosch XL1400 washing machine and matching fridge/freezer negotiable..

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

ENTRY
By negotiation with the Selling Agents.

VIEWING
To be arranged strictly through the Selling Agents.

PRICE
Offers over £153,000 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.

 

 

14 The Glebe, Ancrum

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