1 day Ago By [email protected] (Alexander Smail)
A rural cottage in the Scottish Borders has just gone up for sale. The property has been praised by sellers for its "beautiful gardens". Southfield is a three-bedroom cottage situated one mile from the scenic Borders town of Kelso.
It is available to buy through Galbraith for offers over £460,000. The home dates back to 1874, and is set within two acres of mature gardens and a wooded area. According to the sellers, these provide "a private and tranquil setting".
The fully-enclosed garden is primarily laid to lawn, and offers a safe and private space for children and pets to run around in. There is also a feature pond with an ornamental bridge, as well as a timber summerhouse, a greenhouse, and a garden shed. Stepping inside, Southfield features stylish and versatile family accommodation.
The ground floor consists of a sitting room, a dining room, a conservatory, a dining kitchen, a utility room, and a shower room. Moving upstairs, you will find the three bedrooms . The first floor also features an additional shower room.
Susan Guthrie of Galbraith, who is handling the sale, commented: "Southfield is a superb country home that is immaculately presented and offers a wealth of entertaining spaces and family accommodation. "The gardens are beautiful and equally well-maintained, with formal and woodland areas. There is also the potential to convert the workshop to form alternative accommodation, subject to the necessary planning consents.
"The location is rural yet very accessible, with Kelso being arguably the most attractive of the historic Borders towns." Read on for some photographs of Southfield. More information and images can be found on the Galbraith listing .
Don't miss the latest news from around Scotland and beyond - sign up to the Scotland Now newsletter here . Southfield is immaculately maintained, both inside and out. The understated sitting room is framed around a fireplace that features lovely tiles.
The dining kitchen at Southfield includes a variety of units, as well as integrated appliances and plenty of space for a table. The bright and opulent dining room looks perfect for entertaining. The light and bright conservatory will be ideal for taking in the green garden views this spring and summer.
All of the bedrooms are on the first floor, with a shower room completing the accommodation. Southfield features around two acres of garden and wooded enclosures. The lovely timber summerhouse is perfectly placed to enjoy the warmer months.
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