The Old Dairy, Harpertoun, Kelso, Scottish Borders, TD5 7QW
5
BED
3
PUBLIC
3
BATH
3,729
SQFT
The Old Dairy epitomises country living, whether it be making bread in the five-oven AGA, cocktails on the deck or warming your feet by the multifuel stove on a winter’s night, The Old Dairy meets all of your lifestyle aspirations. South facing, with unrivalled views of the Cheviot Hills, the Old Dairy sits in spacious garden grounds. To the Northwest are unrestricted views of Hume Castle and surrounding countryside. The accommodation is a stunning 4/5 bedroom detached contemporary home, with a traditional country feel. Individual rooms are well proportioned and combine to offer a breadth of possibilities for family living. If you are looking to make your dreams come true and find your ‘forever country home’ The Old Dairy is an opportunity you cannot miss.
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Accommodation Comprises
Ground Floor
Reception Hallway, Formal Lounge, Dining Room, Spacious Open Plan Kitchen and Large Entertainment Space,
Utility, Pantry, Bedroom 4, Home Office / Bedroom 5, Family Bathroom.
First Floor
Master Bedroom (En-Suite Shower Room), Fitted Dressing Room come study, Bedroom 2 (En-Suite Shower Room), Bedroom 3.
Outside
Gravel driveway, Extensive Front and Fenced Rear Garden, Decking Off Kitchen and Entertainment Space.
Distances
Kelso 4 Miles, Coldstream 8 Miles, Melrose 16 miles, Tweedbank Train Station 17 miles,
Berwick upon Tweed Train Station 19 Miles, Edinburgh By-Pass 43 Miles, Newcastle 65 Miles.
(All distances are approximate).
Area Insights
The Old Dairy is situated in an elevated position in the heart of the Scottish Borders in a small farming hamlet called Harpertoun. It is positioned
in an idyllic rural setting with unrivalled views north and south and is situated around 4 miles southeast of the historic market town of Kelso.
Kelso is considered one of the most picturesque market towns in Scotland with cobbled streets and historical attractions such as Kelso Abbey and Floors Castle on the doorstep. Further afield the beautiful country homes of Bowhill, Paxton, Manderston, Mellerstain, and Abbotsford are also easily accessible. There is an excellent choice of local shopping with many independent retailers, a vibrant café culture, popular bars and restaurants. Kelso is home to family friendly Kelso racecourse and leisure facilities which include a swimming pool, fitness centre, a lively curling club and two fantastic golf courses including Kelso Golf Club and the championship course at the Schloss Roxburghe Hotel. Kelso has a bustling events scene including the renowned Border Union Agricultural Show, The Borders Art Fair, and numerous concerts/theatre productions at Floors Castle.
There are excellent options for schooling nearby including the reputable Kelso High School, and private schooling is available at St Mary’s School in Melrose or Longridge Towers in Berwick-Upon-Tweed.
The picturesque town of Coldstream is also close. Coldstream is full of Scottish charm and is home to the Coldstream Guards, one of the oldest regiments in the British Army. Coldstream also offers a thriving art scene, local attractions such as the Hirsel Estate with its newly opened farm shop and café, the Coldstream Museum, and the well regarded Hirsel Golf Club.
The countryside surrounding The Old Dairy offers access to a beautiful coastline around the towns of Berwick Upon Tweed, St Abbs
and Coldingham. The Northumberland National Park, St Cuthberts Way, and the Cheviot Hills are close by. The popular historic towns
of Melrose and Jedburgh are also easily accessible.
The Old Dairy is in a quiet and peaceful part of the Scottish Borders, but offers excellent links to Edinburgh, Newcastle and London. The A697 provides easy, commutable access to Scotland’s capital city, Newcastle and Berwick upon Tweed. Tweedbank train station provides a direct link
to Edinburgh Waverly, whilst Berwick-upon-Tweed offers a mainline train service to London Kings Cross in 3 ½ hours.
General Remarks
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Agent’s Notes
The farm track leading to the house off the B6461 is shared with the other residents
of the hamlet and there is a 1/20th share of maintenance of it.
Useful Links
Floors Castle - https://www.floorscastle.com/
The Hirsel Estate - https://www.hirselhomestead.co.uk/
Kelso Swimming Pool - https://www.liveborders.org.uk/health/swimming/swimming-pools/kelso-swimming-pool
Kelso Fitness Centre - http://www.abbeyfitness.co.uk
Kelso Medical Centre - https://www.kelsohealthcentre.co.uk
Kelso High School - https://www.kelsohighschool.org.uk
Kelso Rugby Club - https://www.kelsorfc.co.uk
Kelso Races - https://www.kelso-races.co.uk
The Main Street Trading Company - https://www.mainstreetbooks.co.uk
Borders Abbey Way - https://www.walkhighlands.co.uk/borders/borders-abbeys-way.shtml
Longridge Towers - https://lts.org.uk
St Mary’s School - https://www.stmarysmelrose.org.uk/
Schloss Hotel and Golf - https://schlosshotel-roxburghe.com/en/home
Kelso Golf Course - http://www.kelsogolfclub.co.uk
Hirsel Golf Club - https://www.hirselgc.co.uk
Tenure
Freehold.
Fixtures and Fittings
Only items specifically mentioned in the particulars of sale are included in the sale price.
Listing and Conservation
The Old Dairy is not listed, nor in a conservation area.
Services
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LPG fired central heating.
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Mains electricity and water.
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Drainage to a shared private septic tank.
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Broadband via Borderlink.
Council Tax
Band G
Energy Efficiency Rating
Band D (Rating 65)
Local Authority
Scottish Borders Council
Telephone: 0300 100 1800
https://www.scotborders.gov.uk
Internet Web Site
This property and other properties offered by Paton & Co can be viewed on the following websites:
Compliance
Proof and Source of Funds / Anti Money Laundering Under the HMRC Anti Money Laundering legislation all offers to purchase a property on a cash basis or subject to mortgage require evidence of source of funds. This may include evidence of bank statements/funding source, mortgage or confirmation from a solicitor the purchaser has the funds to conclude the transaction. All individuals involved in the transaction are required to produce proof of identity and proof of address. This is acceptable either as original or certified documents.
Misrepresentations
The property is sold with all faults and defects, whether of condition or otherwise and neither the seller nor Paton & Co, the selling agent, are responsible for such faults and defects, nor for any statement contained in the particulars of the property prepared by the said agent.
The Purchaser(s) shall be deemed to acknowledge that he/she has not entered into contract in reliance on the said statements, that he/she has satisfied themself as to the content of each of the said statements by inspection or otherwise and that no warranty or representation has been made by the seller or the said agents in relation to or in connection with the property.
Any error, omission or mis-statement in any of the said statements shall not entitle the purchaser(s) to rescind or to be discharged from this contract, nor entitle either party to compensation or damages nor in any circumstances to give either party any cause for action.
Important Notice
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They are not authorised to make or give any representations or warranties in relation to the property either in writing or by word of mouth. Any information given is entirely without responsibility on the part of the agents or the sellers. These particulars do not form part of any offer or contract and must not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact.
Any areas, measurements or distances are approximate. The text, photographs and plans are for guidance only and are not necessarily comprehensive and it should not be assumed that the property remains as photographed. Any error, omission or misstatement shall not annul the sale, or entitle any party to compensation or recourse to action at law. It should not be assumed that the property has all necessary planning, building regulation or other consents, including for its current use. Paton & Co have not tested any services, equipment, or facilities. Purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise and ought to seek their own professional advice.
All descriptions or references to condition are given in good faith only. Whilst every endeavour is made to ensure accuracy, please check with us on any points of especial importance to you, especially if intending to travel some distance. No responsibility can be accepted for expenses incurred in inspecting properties which have been sold or withdrawn.
The property is sold subject to and with the benefit of all servitude rights, burdens, reservations, and wayleaves including rights of access and rights of way, whether public or private, light, support, drainage, water and wayleaves for masts, pylons, stays, cable, drains and water, gas and other pipes whether contained in the title deeds or informally constituted and whether or not referred to above.
These particulars and plan are believed to be correct, but they are in no way guaranteed. Any error, omission or misstatement shall not annul the sale or entitle any party to compensation nor in any circumstances give grounds for action at law.
Paton & Co UK Ltd does not accept responsibility for any expenses incurred by prospective purchasers in inspecting properties which have been sold, let or withdrawn.
Particulars prepared in July 2022. Photos taken in July 2022.