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Colterscleuch Steading is a beautifully renovated, substantial property of exceptional character in an idyllic location with generous grounds of about two acres with the River Teviot and fishing on the doorstep set against the backdrop of the hills and fantastic views along the Teviot valley.

Built in 1823, formerly a water mill, and mentioned in Jamie Telfer's 19th Century Ballad of the Fair Dodhead

"'…My lord may grip my vassal-lands,
For there again maun I never be!'
He has turned him to the Tiviot-side,
Ean as fast as he could drie,
Till he cam to the Coultart Cleugh,
And there he shouted baith loud and hie."

The house offers very spacious, flexible accommodation finished to particularly high standards with stunning unique features, potential to extend and also with business possibilities. An unusual and attractive feature is the partly covered courtyard providing a continental feel accessed through connecting French doors of the public rooms while the property also benefits from the riverside location and sheltered private garden grounds. Existing consents are in place for the conversion of the Coach house to a dwelling, which equally would provide excellent stabling for those with an equestrian interest, and the property also includes ground with from current outline permission for the erection of a house in the far corner with scope to retain privacy and access off the top of the main drive.

LOCATION
Colterscleuch is situated approximately seven miles south of Hawick on one of the prime tourist routes into Scotland. Hawick itself 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 are 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, 40 miles to Carlisle, and 70 miles to Newcastle.

DIRECTIONS
Travelling south from Hawick on the A7 following signs for Carlisle, drive through the small village of Newmill and after approximately three miles Colterscleuch Steading is situated on the right lying down off the road and entered by the main drive with the sign.

ACCOMMODATION-Main House
Reception Hall, Sitting Room (beamed vaulted ceiling with overlooking balcony), Inner Hall, Breakfasting Kitchen, Dining Room (vaulted ceiling, fireplace feature), Courtyard, Utility Room, Downstairs WC, Four Bedrooms (One with walk-in wardrobe), Two Bathrooms.

ENTRANCE
A sweeping driveway flanked by stone pillars leads to ample parking and turning space for several vehicles, a timber gate giving access to a second, smaller driveway, on the far side.

RECEPTION HALL 7.20m x 4.62m (23'8" x 15'2")
A panelled timber door opens to a large and impressive reception hall, with recessed windows on either side affording a good outlook to the courtyard. Large slate tiled floor. Radiator.

SITTING ROOM 5.55m x 4.85m (18'2" x 15'10")
Accessed off the rear of the reception hall the sitting room includes absolutely stunning features such as reclaimed Eighteenth Century timber beams, a high vaulted ceiling and exposed stonework which has been used to great effect. Velux windows over with double glazed French doors opening directly to the courtyard allowing the light to really flood in. Fitted carpet. Two radiators.

INNER HALL
The inner hallway with useful under stair cupboard connects the sitting room to the kitchen and dining room beyond, and a carpeted staircase leading to bedroom accommodation over.

KITCHEN 4.76m x 3.92m (15'7" x 12'10")
Charming bespoke kitchen with deeply recessed window to the front, Rayburn Royal stove, Belfast style sink, exposed beams and space for table and chairs. Flagstone floor. Plumbing for dishwasher. Side door to second drive and front.

DINING ROOM 7.33m x 6.71m (24'1" x 22'0")
Double timber doors open from the kitchen to this breathtaking room with its with high vaulted ceiling, French oak flooring, and excellent levels of natural light provided by a triple window looking across the lawns to the front and further French doors opening to the central courtyard. A specially commissioned cast iron fire with stove - Godin Colonial - with reclaimed Victorian timber panelling cladding to chimney breast with attractive stained glass window to side. The custom built large oval refectory dining table made specifically for this room may be available by separate negotiation.

UTILITY ROOM 2.87m x 2.82m (9'5" x 9'3)
Opening from the inner hall, this is a generously sized utility with a window to the side, tile effect flooring, radiator and coat hooks and downstairs wc conveniently situated adjacent.

WC 2.64m x 1.18m (8'4" x 3'10")
Part glazed panelled door and with traditional style "Thomas Crapper" WC and washhand basin. Window to side and space and plumbing for washing machine. Tile effect flooring continuing from the utility room.

A carpeted staircase with turned white painted pine balusters and mahogany handrail lead to an upper landing with wide, French oak flooring continuing throughout at this level. Radiator. Hatch giving access to the attic space.

PRINCIPAL BEDROOM 4.68m x 4.14m (15'7" x 13'7")
A particularly generously sized room with slightly coombed ceiling and double window affording a superb outlook to the rear of the house across the lawns and to the Teviot and surrounding countryside. Radiator.

BEDROOM TWO 4.35m x 2.37m ((14'0" x 7'8")
Another charming bedroom, again with a super outlook to the rear and with very large walk-in wardrobe/dressing room with electric light and with lighting, power and oak flooring continuing. Radiator.

BATHROOM ONE 3.42m x 2.13m (11'3" x 7'0")
Generous bathroom, with Velux window allowing light and ventilation, and most impressive reclaimed enamelled roll top bath on Phoenix ball and claw feet with Peglar style mixer tap and shower attachment, "Thomas Crapper" washbasin set into original storage unit and "Thomas Crapper" 'valvous waste' wc. Oak flooring. Heated towel rail.

A carpeted staircase with Velux window at the turn leads to an upper landing with double, panelled doors to airing cupboard housing the hot water tank.

BEDROOM THREE 4.00m x 2.56m ((13'0" x 8'4")
An attractive double bedroom with both a Velux window and a further recessed window to the side of the house, with part coombed ceiling and hatch giving access to attic storage space. Fitted carpet. Radiator.

BEDROOM FOUR 3.84m x 3.02m (12'7" x 10'0")
Another attractive bedroom, again with Velux window and part combed ceiling, with the rear wall with exposed stone and most unusual and charming 'Juliet' balcony overlooking the sitting room. Fitted carpet. Radiator.

BATHROOM TWO 2.90m x 2.22m (8'10" x 7'2"")
A large, bright and airy bathroom with freestanding enamelled bath on ball and claw feet, WC and large pedestal washbasin, and with a deeply recessed window overlooking the front lawn. Wood effect flooring. Part combed ceiling and heated towel rail.

COURTYARD 13.38m x 3.73m (43'11" x 28'8")
A distinctive and enviable feature this superb central courtyard provides a superb area for alfresco dining in the summer months, the covered section with further development possibilities, and as it stands providing a sheltered area for cooler days. Accessed by a wrought iron gate to the side and also directly off main house with French doors part covered area with large cobbled section to side, presently used as a log store.

COACH HOUSE 4.95m x 12.68" (16'3" x 41'7")
Situated on the far side of the main entrance is a substantial former coach house. Presently used as a garage with a groom's room, tack room and separate storeroom to side and fronted by wide decorative archways with double timber doors, further door and window to the front.

Planning permission has been granted to convert to a dwellinghouse, offering scope for the provision of guest accommodation, granny annex or business opportunity. It also benefits from a delightful, sheltered garden to the side and gardens extending to the rear, fronting onto the River Teviot, along with a large raised decked area extending to the rivers edge, largely west facing thereby enjoying afternoon sun continuing well into the evening in the summer months.

OUTBUILDING
A stone built pigsty under a slate roof sits towards the perimeter of the garden grounds, and this could be adapted for use as a garage or kennelling if required.

BUILDING PLOT
A building plot is located within the grounds in the far corner of the garden, with outline planning permission for the erection of a dwellinghouse, with its own access from the A7 to protect the privacy of the main house, and an ideal spot for the provision of a self catering unit or similar, again providing a business opportunity if desired.

GARDENS
Colterscleuch Steading benefits from extensive gardens which are sheltered and enjoy an exceptionally high degree of privacy. Laid mainly to lawn, they are fully enclosed to the front and sides with timber fencing, a line of mature trees and recently planted evergreens. The gardens towards the rear, also lawned, lead to the rivers edge, and round to the raised decking overlooking the river.

COACH HOUSE/GARAGE 4.85m x 2.25m (16'0" x 10'8")
A wide archway with double timber doors, situated to the side of the house opens to a useful garage/storeroom, with high ceiling and scope for the creation of additional accommodation, being situated immediately adjacent to the reception hall.

BYRE 7.38m x 5.02m (24'2" x 16'8")
A second large storeroom next to the garage, again with high ceiling, and windows to both the side and the front, along with a concrete floor, light and power, equally suitable to extend the main house.

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

Council Tax Band D

HOME REPORT
A Home Report is available including survey and mortgage valuation by Allied Surveyors of £520,000 dated April 2009. Download from www.onesurvey.org or phone The Property Shop on 01573 225999 fro further information.

SERVICES
Mains electricity, private water supply, drainage to septic tank, Oil fired central heating.

VIEWING
To be arranged strictly through the Selling Agents.

PRICE and MARKETING POLICY
Offers Over £445,000 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 and consider other offers.

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.