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BSPC FEATURE PROPERTY
A recently upgraded four bedroom detached Modern, but with just enough age to give it the added attraction of a mature cul-de-sac setting in a desirable residential area on the edge of Selkirk, this detached villa has been meticulously upgraded and reconfigured by the present owners to create an exceptionally fine family home in every respect. The recent improvements were not only confined to the interior of this high-spec house – the gardens are equally appealing and now include a beautiful Yorkstone patio at the rear, which takes full advantage of the views and makes a very pretty setting for summer entertaining and outdoor dining. Reworked to make it more practical for family living, the layout includes an entrance vestibule opening into a 19ft reception hall, off which is a new cloakroom facility – conveniently adjoining a study/fourth bedroom – and a beautifully fitted dining kitchen with a door out to the garden.
On the other side of the hall, what was originally two separate reception rooms has been opened up to create a 25ft living/dining area, which continues into a spacious conservatory with access to the garden. Not only has this quality conservatory added appreciably to the living space, it features self-cleaning glass, venetian blinds on all the windows, and a practical ceramic tiled floor. The ground floor study – currently used as a music room - offers numerous alternative uses but could also be an additional double bedroom or guest room if required.
Upstairs, are three double bedrooms with dormer windows and combed ceilings – the principal bedroom has an en suite shower room and plenty of space for freestanding furniture, another bedroom has built-in wardrobes, and a third has loft ladder access to a fully floored attic. Completing the first floor is a particularly spacious family bathroom with built-in linen cupboard, over-bath shower and glass screen, and lovely views over the rear garden and countryside beyond.
BSPC FEATURE PROPERTY
villa in Selkirk where the living is easy This home has many notable features but perhaps the most obvious one is the kitchen, which is timelessly stylish as well as practical, fitted with white Shaker-style units, wood-effect worktops and appliances – stainless steel gas hob, electric oven, fridge freezer, second freezer and space for a dishwasher and washing machine. Finishing touches include ceramic tiled splashbacks in muted neutral shades – and plenty of space for dining furniture in what is now an attractive and sociable family hub. The focal point in the living area is a feature fireplace with inset Living Flame fire – this room, like all the others is beautifully presented and complemented by neutral decoration. Outside, the gardens are another of this property’s key attractions. The front is mainly lawn with well-stocked plant beds and shrubs and a monobloc driveway leading to an attached garage at one side of the house that also has a door at the rear to the garden. Backing onto open fields that are frequently occupied by horses, the enclosed rear garden presents a very pretty picture, with lawn bordered by shrubs, two sheds – and stunning raised stone terrace, which has a retractable canopy for summer days when it’s preferable to have shade from the sun. Situated within easy reach of Selkirk’s town centre amenities, this home is also conveniently close to the scenic Ettrick Valley and all that it offers by way of country pursuits – a setting that offers the best of both and is within commuting distance of Edinburgh as well as other nearby towns, including Galashiels, which as of next year will enable Borders region to benefit from a direct rail link to the Scottish capital.
10 Murison Hill, Selkirk, TD7 5AP Guide Price £245,000
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