Weirgate House, St. Boswells

, Melrose, Scottish Borders, TD6 0BD

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Property Description

Weirgate House is a charming, stone-built family home. It is thought originally to have been a fortified Bastle house, converted to the present Georgian style in the mid-18th century (the earliest dates on the deeds). Set within a generous enclosed garden extending to 0.46 of an acre in the quaint conservation village of St Boswells the property boasts fine period features throughout, off-street parking and excellent local amenities and schooling close at hand. While very private and quiet, its upstairs rooms enjoy panoramic views South-East to The Cheviots.

Arranged over two principal floors this fine Georgian property extends to 1939 square feet. The ground floor opens from a wide central hall into a lovely sitting room. Across the hall is a generous dining room, country style free-standing kitchen and a further reception room – currently utilised as a large home office, this room could easily become a comfortable family room or fourth bedroom. A useful cloakroom and downstairs WC complete the ground floor.

The ornate, turned staircase with cast-iron banister leads to the first floor where there are three bedrooms (one currently in use as a second living room). The principal sits to the rear and has the added benefit of a large walk-in dressing room. The other two bedrooms sit to the front of the house with fine views over the mature gardens. Each has ample space for bedroom furniture. Completing the first floor is a large bathroom with deep bathtub and a separate shower room. Access to a large loft space via a pull-down ladder can be found in the bathroom.

The current owners have put much thought and consideration into the conservation and upgrading of the property throughout their tenure. All windows have been replaced with double glazed timber sash and cases units by Ventrolla; roof and gutter improvements were conducted in 2018 & 2023; external doors have been upgraded to improve insulation. The entire property was rewired and the gas boiler replaced in 2017.

Externally the garden of Weirgate House is a haven. Facing South-East, it boasts expansive lawns and flower beds, raised beds and several specimen trees including many blossoming cherries, magnolias, a 250-year-old Oak, monkey puzzle, various Acers, willows and more. Well-stocked herbaceous borders allow colourful flourishes and ample opportunity to expand and add to the already beautiful array of plant life. There are 4 garden sheds of different sizes and ages, and external water supply in different parts of the garden. The lily pond is home to frogs and dragon flies and a magnet for wild birds. Several seating areas (including a spacious terrace to the front of the house) allow excellent spots to entertain al-fresco and enjoy the sunshine.

The rear of the property boasts further raised beds. It has 2 outhouses (a utility room/laundry and a cold store) and bin store. There is off-street driveway parking for two cars.

Accommodation Comprises

Ground Floor

Sitting Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Office/Family Room/Bedroom 4, Cloakroom, WC.

First Floor

Principal bedroom with dressing-room, bedroom 2, bedroom 3, bathroom, shower room.

Externally Weirgate House boasts a large, enclosed garden, off-street driveway parking for two cars, a large stone-built utility room and an additional store-room.

More Details

EPC: D
Council Tax Band: F
Tenure: Freehold

Viewing by appointment with Rettie Borders LLP.

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