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Summerfield East, Hawick
A Victorian family home in Hawick with a commanding presence and abundant space inside and out Summerfield East is a handsome period semi-villa in an elevated setting
Configured over two levels – three if you count the three additional rooms in
on the outskirts of Hawick where it benefits from large attractively
an enormous attic space thought to have originally been servants’ quarters
landscaped gardens and superb views over the town to the surrounding
– this is a substantial property with space for living and entertaining but
hills and countryside, while also being just a short walk from the town
also scope for hobbies, study or work areas, private retreats and indoor
centre, Wilton Lodge Park – and ideally placed to take full advantage of
leisure activities.
the many outdoor opportunities this area of the Borders is renowned for. The entrance vestibule and hall pave the way for two spacious reception Dating from the 1850s, outwardly the blonde sandstone Victorian property
rooms with near full-height sash and case windows, 17ft dining kitchen,
has a commanding presence that highlights architectural features, not
utility, bedroom four/study, shower room and stairs down to a sizeable
least the top floor arched windows, elegant sash and case bay windows
basement area.
and impressive side entrance vestibule. The first floor houses the spacious master bedroom and two further double Inside, the property has all the hallmarks of the era, including high
bedrooms – all large, well-proportioned rooms with abundant space for
ceilings, deep skirtings, four-panelled doors with original brass door
freestanding furniture and the main family bathroom, which has a corner
furniture, picture rails – and most striking of all, period staircase and huge
Jacuzzi bath with overhead shower and vanity storage. And on the floor
arched stained glass window on the half landing. Well maintained by the
above, the attic rooms offer scope to incorporate a games room, home
present owners who have lived here for 30 years, these classic features
cinema and more.
combine with upgraded fixtures and fittings to create a family home that combines character and modern comforts.