Heiton Mill House, Kelso, Scottish Borders, TD5 8LA

Lot 2 - Heiton Mill House (shaded blue on the sale plan)
Heiton Mill House is a detached 18th Century converted watermill which is perfectly situated in an elevation position overlooking the River Teviot. It is of stone construction under a slate roof and has been sympathetically converted (2007), to create a unique and stylish home finished to the highest standards. The house oozes elegance and charm with clever use of space and careful selection of high-quality materials. Every aspect of the conversion has been extremely well thought out with the highest attention to detail and with no expense spared on the fittings. Thoughtful additions include the exposed timber beams, working shutters to all the bedrooms and bathrooms, high quality real wood flooring, integrated vacuum cleaning system, high specification bathroom fittings, viewing balconies, sprinkler system, Dalsouple rubber floors to all bathrooms, security alarm system and oodles of storage. The living accommodation is on the upper levels and is accessed by stone stairs at the front and metal stairs at the rear. The entire end gable which faces over the water is of cantilever construction and has been fully glazed, allowing the living area and bedroom to make the most of the riverside location and appear to float over the water. The house is exceptionally well presented and offers flexible, well-proportioned accommodation over two floors, comprising:

First Floor: Entrance vestibule; Entrance Hall with access to all first floor accommodation and stairs rising to second floor; Utility room with sink unit, ample space of laundry appliances, integrated hoover controls, walk in hot storage cupboard ideal for drying; Cloakroom with wash hand basin and wc; Open plan, split level living and dining area providing a huge space for hosting and with French doors leading to the balcony and outdoor dining area overlooking the River, pellet woodburning stove; Kitchen which has been well equipped for professional catering including a range of base units, f unit with granite surround, freestanding island; Britania six ring gas cooker with twin ovens, walk in slate shelved pantry with ample space for fridge and freezer. Bedroom 1 with Ensuite shower room including shower, wash hand basin and wc.

Second Floor: Split level landing with seating area and five built in storage cupboards (storage and housing hot water tanks); Master Bedroom with feature glazing that sits below the eaves, so lying in bed you can enjoy views up stream, Ensuite bathroom with bath, shower, twin wash hand basins and wc; Bedroom 3 with built in cupboards and Ensuite bathroom with bath, shower, wash hand basin and wc; Bedroom 4 with En-suite bathroom with river views and including bath, shower, wash hand basin and wc; Bedroom 5, again with wonderful views across the river and including En-suite bathroom with bath, shower, wash hand basin and wc.
Externally, a gravel driveway sweeps to the front of the house and there is ample parking for several cars. The grounds include the riverbank a wonderful part walled garden with integral store, and which has been laid to gravel for use as an outdoor entertaining with a large seating area, outdoor kitchen, and games area. Under the mill is the old "engine room" which provides secure storage, and it is where the central heating boiler is located. Included within the grounds is a magnificent open fronted, oak framed double garage with luxurious heated kennels. This space is currently used as a games room but has fantastic potential for conversion to create a summer house, gym or home office. This building has both power and water connections along with a concrete floor.

HOLIDAY LETTING BUSINESS
As noted above Heiton Mill House is currently run as a very well-regarded holiday let described by the Guardian as a "luxury converted watermill" whilst Luzzo magazine claim "the owners have thought of everything". Currently listed with Crabtree & Crabtree the house sleeps 10 and is offered for a basic weekly rental of £2315 and bookings are restricted to just three months in advance at present. Further details can be obtained from the Selling Agents.