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Rural but not remote: a family home with stables Occupying an idyllic six-acre setting that includes paddocks, sheltered private gardens, woodland, and magnificent views of the countryside around Hawick, Marchwood is a home for all seasons – and for many reasons. Converted around 30 years ago from the original stables to Langlands House, the substantial stone-built five bedroomed house includes a detached Victorian stable block – with recently granted planning permission for conversion to a three bedroomed house – and a sizeable detached four-bay garage building complete with electric vehicle charging point and an inspection pit. While the former will appeal to those with equestrian interests or an interest in developing a separate home for a relative, the latter is certain to strike a chord with classic car enthusiasts. Situated off Sunnyhill Road, only a mile from the centre of town, Marchwood’s entrance driveway leads past a charming cobbled courtyard and stable block to the garage and front of the main house, which has abundant space for parking and turning.
Internally, this is a very desirable family home with regards to both layout and visual appeal and Marchwood has many outstanding features, both inside and out. The ground floor accommodation features a long central hallway, off which is a very stylish dining kitchen leading into an attractive, period-style conservatory installed ten years ago, which has a practical ceramic tiled floor and doors to a sheltered decked patio and garden beyond. In addition, the ground floor houses a study with an unusually deep, square bay window to the front, utility, large family bathroom, and four bedrooms.
Upstairs, where it makes the most of the views, is a lovely sitting room with feature fireplace and open fire, fifth bedroom with built-in storage/wardrobes, and a very stylish contemporary shower room with under-floor heating that can be accessed from both the bedroom and landing. Re-fitted six years ago, the spacious dining kitchen is well equipped with wall and base units, contrasting worktops and tiled splashbacks and a range of appliances – induction hob, oven, integrated dishwasher and fridge, while the equally well fitted utility room has plenty of space for laundry appliances and fridge freezer – it also houses the boiler, which was renewed two years ago.
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and paddocks close to the centre of Hawick Storage is another plus, with plenty of cupboards and a large first-floor storage area off the master bedroom and two external stores next to the house. Outbuildings – most notably the stable block and detached garage block – are a unique selling point. Formerly part of and belonging to a neighbouring mansion house, the stone-built stable building currently incorporates two stalls and ancillary offices, while the four-bay garage block is an equally attractive-looking building, with two manual doors and two remotely operated electric up-and -over-doors. The gardens are also a major feature. Laid out on three sides, they incorporate a pond and water feature, sheltered lawns and patio, and an attractive stone-built arch connecting to the stables and cobbled courtyard. In addition, there are two large paddocks adjacent to the property, both of which have fenced boundaries and provide hill grazing with mature woodlands for shelter. It’s also worth highlighting that this property is registered for keeping animals in the paddocks. Conveniently located within easy reach of Hawick town centre and all that it offers by way of schools, social, cultural and recreational amenities, Marchwood combines the beauty and tranquility of the countryside while still being within commuting distance of key towns and cities (Edinburgh 50 miles, Carlisle 40 miles and Newcastle 70 miles – a ‘forever’ family home in all respects.
Marchwood, Sunnyhill, Hawick, TD9 7HT Offers Over £645,000
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