4 bedroom detached house for sale

34 Thirlestane Drive is an immaculately presented four-bedroom detached house, with charming rural views, situated in a popular modern development in the much sought-after Borders Town of Lauder, which is commutable to Edinburgh via the A68, or by train from the station at Stow, that runs to Edinburgh, which is approximately six miles away. Located in an excellent school catchment with strong transport links this flexible family home lies across three floors and comprises four double bedrooms, two ensuite shower rooms, a family bathroom, a sitting room, a dining room, a kitchen, a conservatory, a utility room and a downstairs wc. A particular feature is the principal bedroom suite with ensuite shower room and dressing area on the second floor of this lovely home. With excellent storage throughout, the property also benefits from gas central heating and double glazing. Externally, the property has monobloc driveway parking to the front of the garage for two cars, along with garden ground and hedging. The enclosed garden to the rear with gate to the side, also has additional access directly from the kitchen and conservatory to the most attractive outside space comprising extensive patio area, drystone wall detailing and lawn which is bounded by well stocked borders. Offering excellent views over the rolling fields to the rear, it provides a fabulous space for more informal entertaining. Edinburgh is easily accessible via the A68, as are most Border towns. The Borders Railway, now running from Tweedbank to Edinburgh, has a stop at Stow which is approximately six miles away, with the journey from Stow to Edinburgh Waverley being around forty-five minutes. Edinburgh 27 miles. Earlston 7.5 miles. Stow 6.0 miles. Melrose 12.5 miles. (All distances are approximate) Council Tax Band : E EPC: C77 Location: 34 Thirlestane Drive is located in the ancient Borders town of Lauder, which is situated half-way between the Lammermuir Hills and the River Tweed, and is surrounded by beautiful rolling countryside. The town provides an extensive range of amenities ranging from a variety of specialist shops, small supermarket, coffee shop/art gallery, and a couple of well known hotels. The thriving old mill town of Galashiels sixteen miles to the South West offers a fuller range of shopping facilities, which include Tesco, ASDA, Next and Marks & Spencer. Local tourist attractions include Thirlestane Castle on the southern side of Lauder, nearby Mellerstain House, and Abbotsford House on the outskirts of Melrose. There are also a variety of outdoor pursuits in the area that include fishing, horse riding, golf, mountain biking and a selection of walks that cross through the Scottish Borders. Local schools include the Lauder primary school, which has recently been built, the highly regarded St Marys preparatory school in Melrose, and Earlston High School. The Borders General Hospital lies just outside the town of Melrose which is only twelve and a half miles away, and Lauder sits in an easily accessible area with Edinburgh in easy reach via the A68, which also provides links to the north of England. The Borders Railway, running from Tweedbank to Edinburgh, has a stop at Stow which is approximately six miles away. Directions: For those with satellite navigation the postcode for the property is: TD2 6TS Coming from Edinburgh take the A68 South, passing through Pathhead, and enter Lauder. Pass the petrol station and continue through Lauder and take the last turning on the right into Thirlestane Drive. Continue round, passing the green on your right and you will come to Number 34 on your left-hand side. Coming from the South, on the A68, proceed into Lauder and take the first left turn into Thirlestane Drive and follow the above directions.