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Attractive four bedroom 19th century house with the old Mill Lade running through the grounds. This B listed property has distinctive period features throughout and enjoys a charming peaceful setting yet within easy reach of Edinburgh and the main East Coast rail connection at Berwick-upon-Tweed.

LOCATION

Mill Lade House is situated in a most attractive and private setting tucked down a quiet, tree lined lane approximately half a mile out of Reston. Reston, with a population of approximately 500, has a village shop, post office, primary and nursery schools, church and popular public house/restaurant. Lying approximately 10 miles north of Berwick and 19 miles south of Dunbar, the village is well located for access to Edinburgh, Newcastle and London via the A1 and the main east coast rail line at Berwick. The famed Berwickshire coastline is four miles distance and boasts bracing walks over rugged cliff tops, magnificent beaches, the famous marine and coastal reserve at St Abb’s Head, sailing, sea fishing and diving and equestrian opportunities.

DIRECTIONS

Travel north through the village, cross the railway line and turn right past the Primary School on the left hand side. Travel for quarter of a mile or so then turn right over the railway line again then immediately left down the leafy lane to Mill Lade House.

ACCOMMODATION

Entrance Hall, Drawing Room, Dining Room, Shower Room, Breakfasting Kitchen, Utility, Four Bedrooms and Bathroom.

ENTRANCE

Attractive turreted entrance with double timber doors to storm porch and hall with the original front entrance to the house at the far end of the hall.

ENTRANCE HALL

Light and airy hall with good light from half-glazed doors to front and rear and window to half-landing. High beamed ceiling and panelled doors off. Dado rail. Radiator. Ceiling light. Smoke detector.

DRAWING ROOM 5.51m x 4.40m (18’1” x 14’5”)

Dual aspect with triple window overlooking the garden and adjoining wild flower meadow with further recessed window to side with working shutters. Open fire within brick surround and tiled mantle and hearth. Shelved alcove to side. Ceiling rose and five lamp ceiling light. Double radiator. TV point.

DINING ROOM 3.90m x 3.90m (12’9” x 12’9”)

Recessed panelled window to side with working shutters and quaint small windows with an old bottle glass feature within a recessed timber lined window with shelved cupboard below. Parkray stove with brick surround and quarry tiled hearth. Radiator. Detailed cornicing and ceiling rose.

SHOWER ROOM 3.08m x 1.57m (10’1” x 5’2”)(max)

Window with leaded panes to side. Fully tiled shower recess with ‘Triton’ electric shower and mosaic tiled floor and seat. WC and pedestal sink with tiled splashback. Radiator.

BREAKFASTING KITCHEN 5.01m x 3.61m (16’5” x 11’10”)

Cottage style kitchen with painted beamed ceiling, quarry tiled floor and triple low sill astragalled window providing lovely outlooks over the Mill Lade to the meadow beyond. Freestanding range cooker with the original piping retained to reinstate an Aga if preferred. Quality units with granite effect work surfaces and space for fridge/freezer and tumble dryer. Ample space for table and chairs. Wall lights. Hatch to floored loft with skylight, power and light and housing the hot water cylinder and ultraviolet filtration system. Arch through to utility room. TV point.

UTILITY 2.88m x 2.71m (9’5” x 8’10”)

An extension of the kitchen and with ample dresser style cabinets incorporating glazed cabinets and a plate rack. Ceramic one and a half bowl sink with antique style mixer tap. Build in fridge. Plumbed and space for washing machine. Sash and case windows to front and rear. Solid timber latch door to rear. Small shelved cupboard.

UPPER FLOORS

Carpeted stairs lead from the entrance hall to a mid-landing with timber lined window over the original entrance door allowing good light to flood in and then continuing up to the first floor. Radiator. Ceiling light. Smoke detector.

MASTER BEDROOM 5.02m x 4.00m (18’3” x 13’1”)

Charming room with dual aspect and good natural light from the deep recessed timber lined oriole window allowing views up the drive and a further twelve pane sash and case window to side, again with woodland views and working shutters. Timber curtain poles. Ornate cast iron fireplace with decorative inlay and timber mantle. Painted beamed ceiling. Radiator. Ceiling light. Two telephone points.

BEDROOM TWO 5.25m x 3.93m (18’5” x 12’11”)

On the opposite side of the landing this spacious double bedroom features a panelled sash and case window to front, again with working shutters. Large fitted wardrobe with hanging rail and shelves. Ornate cast iron fireplace with timber mantle. Radiator. Ceiling light.

BATHROOM 3.34m x 2.16m (10’11” x 7’1”)

Conveniently situated between the two main bedrooms within the turret, the three windows on the round create quite a feature, taking in the garden views. Three-piece white suite comprising enamel bath with tiled splashback and mirror over, wc and pedestal sink. Heated towel rail. Deep shelved airing cupboard housing cold water tank.

Steps continue to the top floor with good light from the extended mid-landing window with additional upper window and timber pole. Spindled balustrade. Skylight with panelled recess below and side access hatch to the header tank for the central heating boiler plus useful under eaves storage. Smoke detector. Wall light.

BEDROOM THREE 3.92m x 3.11m (12’10” x 10’2”)

Double room, timber lined with coombed ceilings, with dormer window to front. Fitted wardrobe with hanging rail. Ample shelved storage to side. Spot lighting. Timber latch door.

BEDROOM FOUR 3.91m x 3.13m (12’11” x 10’3”)

Across the landing and virtually a mirror image of bedroom three, this further double room again is timber lined featuring coombed ceilings and dormer window to front. Fitted wardrobe and ample shelving to side. Spot lighting. Timber latch door.

EXTERNAL

Delightful gardens kept in immaculate order and featuring the original Mill Lade running through. Sheltered patio to rear with space for table and chairs with small bridge over the mill lade to manicured lawns with well stocked borders and extended rockery, thoughtfully planted to provide year-round colour, together with specimen trees and a productive vegetable plot. Greenhouse, garden shed, kennelling and coal store.

GARAGE

This property benefits from a single garage with light and power.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

The carpets, blinds, lights, most light fittings and any appliances, as mentioned, together with the greenhouse and garden shed and kennels are included in the sale.

SERVICES

Mains electricity. Private water and drainage. Oil central heating.

HOME REPORT

A Home Report is available on line with link from www.hastingslegal.co.uk or for further information contact the selling agents.

ENERGY RATING

BAND F

VIEWING

To be arranged strictly through the Selling Agents.

PRICE and MARKETING POLICY

Offers around £355,000 are invited and 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.