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A detached stone-built villa in Galashiels proves that looks can be deceiving

Number 160 Magdala Terrace is an unusual property in that it looks like a doublefronted two-storey detached villa, when in reality the accommodation is configured over four floors to make an outstanding family home with the addition of sizeable mature garden grounds.

The location is also ideal, on the outskirts of Galashiels on the A7, which makes it an easy commute up to Edinburgh by road, while the town centre and railway station are within walking distance.

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Sunnybrae, Magdala Terrace, Galashiels

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160 Magdala Terrace, Galashiels The traditional grey whinstone house dates from around 1887 and has been a wonderful home for the Anderson family since 1998. “We liked the area and were looking for a good-size property when we found this one,” says Agnes Anderson.

“As well as having an amazing amount of space indoors, we were also attracted by the size of the garden, which is perfect for children but would also appeal to any gardening enthusiast. And being on the edge of the town the house has a lovely outlook.”

The sheer size and flexibility of the layout makes this handsome house eminently suitable for a Bed & Breakfast business, which it has been in the past.

Featured Property Sunnybrae, 160 Magdala Terrace, Galashiels, TD1 2HZ

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Off the broad entrance hall on the ground floor there’s a front-facing family/TV room with a door into a well-equipped 25ft dining kitchen, while on the other side of the hall is an attractive double bedroom with en suite shower room. Stairs lead down to the basement level, which comprises utility, cloakroom, two storerooms and a very lovely garden room with a practical tiled floor and sliding patio doors out to the terrace and garden stretching beyond.

The staircase continues up to two further double bedrooms – one with en suite shower room – family bathroom (with separate shower) and a spacious dual aspect sitting room. Up again and the attic floor reveals another two double bedrooms – making five in total – as well as under-eaves storage. The property also has a detached double garage and two timber garden sheds.

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“As well as having an amazing amount of space indoors, we were also attracted by the size of the garden, which is perfect for children The Andersons have re-fitted the kitchen as well as refurbishing the bathrooms – the kitchen is a particularly sociable space with an attractively fitted work area, range-style cooker with overhead extractor and a large central island, which leaves the other half of the room free for dining furniture.

but would also appeal to any gardening enthusiast”

This home has age and character that stems from original features, such as window shutters and decorative plasterwork, combined with all the modern conveniences you would expect, including double -glazing and gas central heating.

Outside, the gardens are a feature in their own right, with lawns, abundantly stocked plant borders, mature trees – including apple – and a patio that stretches along the back of the house and can be accessed directly from the garden room.

The property also has a sizeable side driveway that leads to the double garage, while a large graveled area at the far end of the garden – accessed from Plumtree Brae – has space to park a number of vehicles.

Seldom does a property of this size and calibre come onto the market. As a family home or a home with income potential from Bed and Breakfast accommodation, it ticks all the boxes, while also benefitting from a location that is close to the town centre and road and rail links.

Outstanding family home