6 bedroom detached house for sale

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6 bedroom detached house for sale

Gattonside, Melrose, TD6
£1,650,000

Our Summary

  • Ideal as a guest cottage, staff accommodation or holiday let (subject to consents), it enjoys its own access and garden, making it independent yet convenient
  • To one side, a kitchen garden and orchard offer potential for productive growing
  • A studio/office, converted from part of a former barn, provides a wonderful space for working from home, creative use or additional accommodation (subject to consent)
  • The Eildon Hills and River Tweed are within easy reach, while the wider Borders landscape offers endless scope for exploration

Description

Allerly House is a stunning example of period architecture situated in a beautifully established setting, just a short walk from historic Melrose. The property, built in 1842, boasts symmetrical proportions, tall sash windows, and a strong sense of presence. The interior features a magnificent reception hall, grand cantilevered staircase, and decorative tiling, painted panelling, and a woodburning stove. The property offers an exceptional standard of refined family living, with six well-proportioned bedrooms, including a generous principal suite with views over the grounds. The gardens and grounds extend to around 8 acres, providing privacy, variety, and maturity, with a gravel sweep, lawns, specimen trees, and a swimming pool. The property also features a detached cottage, ideal as a guest cottage, staff accommodation, or holiday let, and offers a range of outbuildings, including garaging, workshops, and stores. Located in the desirable village of Gattonside, the property offers easy access to Melrose and its amenities, as well as a range of schools, healthcare facilities, and transportation links to Edinburgh and beyond.