Abbotsford Road, Galashiels, Selkirkshire, TD1
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- PROPERTY TYPE
Semi-Detached
- BEDROOMS
6
- BATHROOMS
3
- SIZE
2,906 sq ft
270 sq m
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Key features
- Semi-detached 6 Bedroom House
- Character-filled
- Renovation Project
- Central Location Close to Amenities
- Spacious Gardens
Description
DESCRIPTION
The Elms at 5 Abbotsford Road offers a spacious and versatile family home spread over three floors, situated in the charming town of Galashiels. With six bedrooms, multiple reception rooms, and a basement featuring a sauna, this property is ideal for those looking to embark on a rewarding renovation project.
Though requiring significant refurbishment, The Elms holds immense potential to be transformed into a magnificent family residence. Its generous garden, direct access from the sun porch, and ample living space make it a rare find in this picturesque Scottish Borders town.
LOCATION
Located on Abbotsford Road, The Elms benefits from its prime position in Galashiels, a vibrant town in the heart of the Scottish Borders. Galashiels is renowned for its rich history, cultural heritage, and welcoming community. The town is home to a variety of educational facilities, including primary and secondary schools, as well as the Heriot-Watt University campus, making it an ideal location for families.
The town centre offers a mix of shopping, dining, and leisure facilities, ensuring that all necessary amenities are within easy reach. Residents can enjoy a variety of outdoor activities, with nearby parks, walking trails, and sports facilities. Galashiels also features a modern leisure centre, cinema, and various community events throughout the year, providing entertainment and activities for all ages.
Galashiels benefits from excellent transport links, including the Borders Railway, which offers regular services to Edinburgh, making it an attractive location for commuters. The town's strategic position within the Scottish Borders allows easy access to other neighbouring towns and scenic countryside, perfect for weekend getaways and exploration.
AREAS
The property has been measured to provide the following approximate areas:
Description Sq m Sq Ft
The Elms 309 3326
E & oe Measurements taken using a laser measurement device.
FIXTURES AND FITTINGS
The property is being sold unfurnished.
DETAILS
The property welcomes you with a large entrance hall that leads to a spacious living room, featuring a sun porch at the rear with direct access to the garden. This living space is ideal for family gatherings and relaxation, filled with natural light from the large windows. Adjacent to the living room, the kitchen offers ample space for meal preparation, with direct access to the dining room, perfect for formal dining and entertaining. The pantry, situated next to the kitchen, provides additional storage space for kitchen essentials. The ground floor also includes a front porch and stairs leading both to the upper floors and the lower basement, enhancing the flow and accessibility of the home.
The basement comprises two large rooms, offering versatile space for various uses. One room features a sauna, presenting an opportunity to create a home spa or gym. The second room can be adapted to suit individual needs, whether as a recreational area, home office, or additional storage space.
The first floor houses four well-proportioned bedrooms, offering comfortable living spaces for family members. The master bedroom features an ensuite bathroom, providing added privacy and convenience. The remaining three bedrooms are spacious and filled with natural light, making them ideal for family members or guests. A centrally located family bathroom serves the first-floor bedrooms, ensuring functionality and ease of access.
The attic level contains two further bedrooms, each with unique character and potential for various uses. These cozy spaces are perfect for children's rooms, guest accommodations, or even a private study or hobby room.
The property boasts a large wrap-around garden, ideal for landscaping, gardening, and outdoor activities. The garden includes a gated driveway with parking and a detached garage, providing ample space for vehicles and storage. Additionally, a second gated walkway entrance off the main road enhances accessibility and convenience, making the property both secure and welcoming.
This property presents a unique opportunity for a buyer to create a bespoke family home through a comprehensive renovation project. With its generous proportions, classic architecture, and prime location, The Elms offers a blank canvas for those with a vision to restore and enhance a classic property in the heart of Galashiels. The extensive garden, spacious interior, and potential for modern upgrades make this a promising project for anyone looking to invest in a truly remarkable family home.
The attic level contains two further bedrooms, each with unique character and potential for various uses. These cozy spaces are perfect for children's rooms, guest accommodations, or even a private study or hobby room.
The property boasts a large wrap-around garden, ideal for landscaping, gardening, and outdoor activities. The garden includes a gated driveway with parking and a detached garage, providing ample space for vehicles and storage. Additionally, a second gated walkway entrance off the main road enhances accessibility and convenience, making the property both secure and welcoming.
This property presents a unique opportunity for a buyer to create a bespoke family home through a comprehensive renovation project. With its generous proportions, classic architecture, and prime location, The Elms offers a blank canvas for those with a vision to restore and enhance a classic property in the heart of Galashiels. The extensive garden, spacious interior, and potential for modern upgrades make this a promising project for anyone looking to invest in a truly remarkable family home.
SERVICES
All services have been turned off and have not been tested.
EPC F30
VIEWING
By appointment with the sole agents.
Edwin Thompson, Chartered Surveyors
76 Overhaugh Street
Galashiels
TD1 1DP
Tel.
E-mail: a.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
Edwin Thompson for themselves and for the Vendor of this property, whose Agents they are, give notice that:
1. The particulars are set out as a general outline only for the guidance of intending purchasers and do not constitute, nor constitute part of, any offer or contract.
2. All descriptions, dimensions, plans, reference to condition and necessary conditions for use and occupation and other details are given in good faith and are believed to be correct, but any intending purchasers
should not rely on them as statements or representations of fact but must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to their correctness.
3. No person in the employment of Edwin Thompson has any authority to make or give any representation or warranty whatsoever in relation to this property or these particulars, nor to enter into any contract relating to the property on behalf of the Agents, nor into any contract on behalf of the Vendor.
4. No responsibility can be accepted for loss or expense incurred in viewing the property or in any other way in the event of the property being sold or withdrawn.
5.Edwin Thompson is the generic trading name for Edwin Thompson Property Services Limited, a Limited Company registered in England and Wales (no.07428207)
Registered office:28 St John's Street, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5AF
The Elms at 5 Abbotsford Road offers a spacious and versatile family home spread over three floors, situated in the charming town of Galashiels. With six bedrooms, multiple reception rooms, and a basement featuring a sauna, this property is ideal for those looking to embark on a rewarding renovation project.
Though requiring significant refurbishment, The Elms holds immense potential to be transformed into a magnificent family residence. Its generous garden, direct access from the sun porch, and ample living space make it a rare find in this picturesque Scottish Borders town.
LOCATION
Located on Abbotsford Road, The Elms benefits from its prime position in Galashiels, a vibrant town in the heart of the Scottish Borders. Galashiels is renowned for its rich history, cultural heritage, and welcoming community. The town is home to a variety of educational facilities, including primary and secondary schools, as well as the Heriot-Watt University campus, making it an ideal location for families.
The town centre offers a mix of shopping, dining, and leisure facilities, ensuring that all necessary amenities are within easy reach. Residents can enjoy a variety of outdoor activities, with nearby parks, walking trails, and sports facilities. Galashiels also features a modern leisure centre, cinema, and various community events throughout the year, providing entertainment and activities for all ages.
Galashiels benefits from excellent transport links, including the Borders Railway, which offers regular services to Edinburgh, making it an attractive location for commuters. The town's strategic position within the Scottish Borders allows easy access to other neighbouring towns and scenic countryside, perfect for weekend getaways and exploration.
AREAS
The property has been measured to provide the following approximate areas:
Description Sq m Sq Ft
The Elms 309 3326
E & oe Measurements taken using a laser measurement device.
FIXTURES AND FITTINGS
The property is being sold unfurnished.
DETAILS
The property welcomes you with a large entrance hall that leads to a spacious living room, featuring a sun porch at the rear with direct access to the garden. This living space is ideal for family gatherings and relaxation, filled with natural light from the large windows. Adjacent to the living room, the kitchen offers ample space for meal preparation, with direct access to the dining room, perfect for formal dining and entertaining. The pantry, situated next to the kitchen, provides additional storage space for kitchen essentials. The ground floor also includes a front porch and stairs leading both to the upper floors and the lower basement, enhancing the flow and accessibility of the home.
The basement comprises two large rooms, offering versatile space for various uses. One room features a sauna, presenting an opportunity to create a home spa or gym. The second room can be adapted to suit individual needs, whether as a recreational area, home office, or additional storage space.
The first floor houses four well-proportioned bedrooms, offering comfortable living spaces for family members. The master bedroom features an ensuite bathroom, providing added privacy and convenience. The remaining three bedrooms are spacious and filled with natural light, making them ideal for family members or guests. A centrally located family bathroom serves the first-floor bedrooms, ensuring functionality and ease of access.
The attic level contains two further bedrooms, each with unique character and potential for various uses. These cozy spaces are perfect for children's rooms, guest accommodations, or even a private study or hobby room.
The property boasts a large wrap-around garden, ideal for landscaping, gardening, and outdoor activities. The garden includes a gated driveway with parking and a detached garage, providing ample space for vehicles and storage. Additionally, a second gated walkway entrance off the main road enhances accessibility and convenience, making the property both secure and welcoming.
This property presents a unique opportunity for a buyer to create a bespoke family home through a comprehensive renovation project. With its generous proportions, classic architecture, and prime location, The Elms offers a blank canvas for those with a vision to restore and enhance a classic property in the heart of Galashiels. The extensive garden, spacious interior, and potential for modern upgrades make this a promising project for anyone looking to invest in a truly remarkable family home.
The attic level contains two further bedrooms, each with unique character and potential for various uses. These cozy spaces are perfect for children's rooms, guest accommodations, or even a private study or hobby room.
The property boasts a large wrap-around garden, ideal for landscaping, gardening, and outdoor activities. The garden includes a gated driveway with parking and a detached garage, providing ample space for vehicles and storage. Additionally, a second gated walkway entrance off the main road enhances accessibility and convenience, making the property both secure and welcoming.
This property presents a unique opportunity for a buyer to create a bespoke family home through a comprehensive renovation project. With its generous proportions, classic architecture, and prime location, The Elms offers a blank canvas for those with a vision to restore and enhance a classic property in the heart of Galashiels. The extensive garden, spacious interior, and potential for modern upgrades make this a promising project for anyone looking to invest in a truly remarkable family home.
SERVICES
All services have been turned off and have not been tested.
EPC F30
VIEWING
By appointment with the sole agents.
Edwin Thompson, Chartered Surveyors
76 Overhaugh Street
Galashiels
TD1 1DP
Tel.
E-mail: a.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
Edwin Thompson for themselves and for the Vendor of this property, whose Agents they are, give notice that:
1. The particulars are set out as a general outline only for the guidance of intending purchasers and do not constitute, nor constitute part of, any offer or contract.
2. All descriptions, dimensions, plans, reference to condition and necessary conditions for use and occupation and other details are given in good faith and are believed to be correct, but any intending purchasers
should not rely on them as statements or representations of fact but must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to their correctness.
3. No person in the employment of Edwin Thompson has any authority to make or give any representation or warranty whatsoever in relation to this property or these particulars, nor to enter into any contract relating to the property on behalf of the Agents, nor into any contract on behalf of the Vendor.
4. No responsibility can be accepted for loss or expense incurred in viewing the property or in any other way in the event of the property being sold or withdrawn.
5.Edwin Thompson is the generic trading name for Edwin Thompson Property Services Limited, a Limited Company registered in England and Wales (no.07428207)
Registered office:28 St John's Street, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5AF
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- PARKINGDetails of how and where vehicles can be parked, and any associated costs.Read more about parking in our glossary page.
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- GARDENA property has access to an outdoor space, which could be private or shared.
- Yes
- ACCESSIBILITYHow a property has been adapted to meet the needs of vulnerable or disabled individuals.Read more about accessibility in our glossary page.
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Abbotsford Road, Galashiels, Selkirkshire, TD1
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Distances are straight line measurements from the centre of the postcode- Galashiels Station0.5 miles
- Tweedbank Station1.8 miles
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76 Overhaugh Street, Galashiels, TD1 1DP
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