LOCATION
Melrose is an attractive and sought after Border location with a resident population of about 1500. The Town itself is a popular tourist centre and local attractions include the historic Abbey and Roman museum at Trimontium. The by-pass allows good access to Galashiels and town is within an hour's commute of the centre of Edinburgh. Melrose is in the heart of the Border country and enjoys good sporting and educational facilities within walking in the nearby Eildon Hills.

DIRECTIONS
Travelling to Melrose from the Galashiels direction, go past the turn off for Melrose and take the first right signposted Oakendean House & Cemetery. Follow the road passing the cemetery on the right hand side, the drive into Oakendean Lodge is on the right.

ENTRANCE
Oakendean Lodge is accessed by a private gate travelling up a private tarmac road with off street parking for a number of cars and steps leading down to a patio area leading to the front door.

VESTIBULE 2.6m x 2.5m (8'5'' x 8'2'')
Spacious diamond shaped entrance vestibule enjoying superb levels of natural light provided by dual aspect windows overlooking The Eildon Hills with large opening leading through into the L-shaped hallway. Fitted carpet. Central ceiling light. Security alarm control. Double power point.

HALLWAY 7.7m x 1.1m (25'3'' x 3'6'')
Carpeted hallway giving access to all living accommodation. Built in double storage cupboard. Loft access. Two radiators. Two single power points. Smoke alarm. Two ceiling lights. Central heating thermostat.

LOUNGE 7.3m x 4.2m (24'0'' x 13'8'')
An exceptionally spacious sitting room featuring triple panelled glazed sliding doors to the front of the property allowing natural light to flood into the room whilst the secondary window to the rear offers views onto the private woodland. A sandstone feature chimney breast provides a central focal point with inset gas fire and marble heath. A 15 pane glazed door leads into the Conservatory. Fitted carpet. Two radiators. Two ceiling lights. Smoke alarm. Eight double power points. TV and telephone points.

CONSERVATORY 3.8m x 3.0m (12'5'' x 9'8'')
A useful extra living space positioned to the side of the Lounge enjoying superb views towards the surrounding countryside and Eildon Hills with sliding door giving access onto the side of the property. Laminate flooring. Vertical blinds. Centre ceiling light with fan. Four single power points.

DINING KITCHEN 4.7m x 4.3m (15'4'' x 14'1'')
A generously proportioned room enjoying lovely views out to the front, side and rear of the property. This spacious Kitchen is ideal for family living and is fitted with a superb range of base and wall mounted units providing a great level of storage and work surface and featuring an additional large breakfast bar area seating up to five people. Integrated appliances include 'New World' shoulder height double oven and gas hob with extractor fan over. A stainless steel sink fits below window overlooking the side of the property whilst there is space and plumbing for dishwasher, washing machine and freestanding fridge/freezer. An opaque glass door gives direct access onto the rear garden. Radiator. Four double power points. TV point.

MASTER BEDROOM 6m x 4.3m (19'7'' x 14'1'')
A spacious room falling naturally into two areas with large walk-through dressing room featuring extensive in-built wardrobes and wash hand basin with vanity unit and mirror above. The dressing room leads through into the sleeping area enjoying dual aspect windows overlooking the garden. Fitted carpet. Two ceiling lights. Two radiators. Five double power points. TV and telephone points.

BEDROOM TWO 4.0m x 2.8m (13'1'' x 9'2'')
A well proportioned double bedroom positioned to the rear of the property. Fitted carpet. Radiator. One double power point. TV and telephone points. Sink and vanity unit. Ceiling light.

BEDROOM THREE 2.8m x 2.5m (9'2'' x 8'2'')
Ideally suited as a large single or Study, enjoying views of the rear garden. Fitted carpet. Radiator. Five double power points. Two telephone points plus TV point.

BATHROOM 4.2m x 2.0m (13'7'' x 6'5'')
An exceptionally large bathroom with four piece suite comprising sink, toilet, bidet and bath with shower attachment over. Opaque glazed window overlooking the rear of the property. Radiator. Fitted carpet. Xpelair. Central ceiling light.

CLOAKROOM 2.8m x 1.1m (9'2'' x 3'6'')
A useful second WC with walk through cloaks area, housing the security alarm and electric fuse box. A further timber door into the downstairs WC with a two piece suite featuring sink and WC. An opaque glazed window offers natural light and ventilation. Fitted carpet. Radiator. Ceiling light.

GARAGE
Positioned to the end of the driveway is a large separate Garage with up and over door and power.

EXTERNAL
There is a further outbuilding positioned to the rear of the property ideal for use as a home office or general storage.

Oakendean Lodge is situated in approximately half an acre of grounds set to lawn and woodland featuring established shrubs and hedging, making it ideal for the keen gardener and those looking for a private secluded position.

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 and MARKETING POLICY
Offers Over £250,000 should be submitted to the Selling Agents Messrs Hastings & Co, The Property Shop, 28 The Square, Kelso, TD5 7HH, 01573 225 999, Fax 01573 229888. 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.

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.