4 bedroom detached house for sale

Ploughlands Lodge is a beautiful new build home combining timeless design with modern efficiency.


PROPERTY DESCRIPTION

Ploughlands Lodge is a beautifully crafted newbuild home blending timeless design with modern comforts, offering generous space and elegant finishes throughout. Encircled by classic estate fencing, the front gate opens to a welcoming approach, where a beautifully crafted oak porch elegantly frames the front door, creating a striking first impression.

From the moment you step into the large entrance hall, the attention to detail is clear, with warm, inviting tones and traditional touches. The ground floor features a comfortable sitting room, a private study ideal for working from home, and a spacious WC. At the heart of the home is the stunning dining kitchen, complete with solid timber cabinetry and oak worktop with a striking Carrara marble worktop on the large island, and bifold doors that open to the rear garden, perfect for both everyday living and entertaining.

Ascending the solid oak staircase from the large hall you are welcomed onto the generous first floor landing. The principal bedroom provides a peaceful retreat with its large en-suite, built-in wardrobes, and Juliet balcony that frames uninterrupted views of the surrounding farmland. Two further bedrooms, each with ample built-in storage and open views, offering flexible space for family or guests. The family bathroom is thoughtfully designed with a classic roll-top bathtub, adding a touch of luxury to this serene home.

Externally, the timeless design is full of character, combining traditional materials and architectural features with the efficiency and quality of modern construction. The property also benefits from a large garage and parking for four vehicles, ensuring both practicality and convenience. The beautifully landscaped garden features a timber shed for additional storage, a generous decking area perfect for outdoor dining, and a charming summer house with provisions for water, waste and electricity, ideal as a hobby space, home office, or simply a peaceful retreat. This home is ideal for those seeking countryside living without compromising on space, style, or comfort.

ACCOMMODATION COMPRISES

Ground Floor – Entrance Hall, Sitting Room, Dining Kitchen, Utility, Study/Bedroom, WC, Cupboard.

First Floor – Principal Bedroom (En-Suite and Built In Storage), Two Further Double Bedrooms with Built In Storage, Family Bathroom.

Garden & Grounds – Large Garage, Parking for Four Cars, Garden Shed, Decking, Summer House with for Water, Waste and Electricity, A Lawned Area.


DISTANCES

Ancrum 4 miles, Roxburgh 4 miles, Jedburgh 5 miles, Schloss Roxburgh 6 miles, Kelso 10 miles, Tweedbank Railway Station 14 miles. (all distances are approximate)


AREA INSIGHTS

Ploughlands Lodge enjoys a peaceful rural setting, nestled in beautiful rolling countryside between the popular Scottish Borders towns of Kelso and Jedburgh. This tranquil yet well-connected location offers the best of country living, with easy access to nearby villages such as Roxburgh and Ancrum, both with active communities and surrounded by open countryside. Roxburgh lies just a few miles southwest of Kelso and is ideal for nature lovers, with the River Teviot providing scenic walks and fishing opportunities. Ancrum, a charming conservation village, is also close by and offers a strong sense of community, a village green, and a popular local pub.

Jedburgh, one of the oldest and most historic towns in the Borders, is steeped in charm and heritage. It features notable attractions such as the 12th-century Jedburgh Abbey, the Mary Queen of Scots’ House, and Jedburgh Jail and Museum, all set in the heart of this characterful town. Jedburgh also offers excellent amenities, a variety of independent shops, and professional services. The town is well-equipped for families, with Jedburgh Grammar Campus providing education from nursery through to secondary level in a modern, purpose-built facility.

Ploughlands Lodge also falls within the catchment area for Ancrum Primary School, a well-regarded village school just a short drive away. For those seeking private education, St Mary’s School in Melrose and Longridge Towers near Berwick-upon-Tweed offer excellent independent options.
The nearby market town of Kelso, just a short drive away, provides a wider range of facilities including major supermarkets, boutique shopping, and top dining spots such as Scott’s of Kelso. Rich in history, Kelso is home to the impressive Floors Castle and Kelso Abbey, as well as the famous Kelso Racecourse. Leisure options abound, with two golf courses, Kelso Golf Club and the championship course at Schloss Roxburghe, which also features a luxury country club and a striking swim-in, swim-out pool. Ploughlands Lodge offers a unique opportunity to enjoy peaceful rural living with excellent schooling, amenities, culture, and recreation all close at hand.

The property offers excellent connectivity, with easy access to both the north and south via the nearby A68, as well as convenient rail links to Edinburgh and beyond from the Borders Railway at Tweedbank.

GENERAL REMARKS

Services - Mains electricity and water. Drainage to a private sewage treatment plant. Heating via an air source heat pump. Fibre broadband services available.

Fixtures and Fittings - All fitted carpets, curtain poles, blinds, light fittings and integrated appliances form part of the sale.

Listing and Conservation - Ploughlands Lodge is not listed nor does it lie within a conservation area.