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BSPC FEATURE PROPERTY
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.