12 Beechgrove, Moffat, DG10 9RS

NW0709 - Queensberry House is an immaculately-presented, Victorian, semi-detached townhouse, providing flexible accommodation over three levels with high-quality fixtures and fittings throughout, yet retaining many original features such as ceiling cornices and the a staircase with stained glass windows at half-landing level. It is located on  desirable Beechgrove which is a quiet street within the Conservation Area of Moffat.  The property sits on the road, making the most of the views of the bowling club and tennis courts.  The house is within walking distance of the town centre and enjoys mature terraced gardens and on-street parking. ** Chain Free **

The property is accessed via an entrance vestibule.  An attractive, glazed, internal door with original etched glass, opens into the broad and welcoming reception hall with an understairs cupboard and carpeted staircase and an original balustrade leading to the first floor.

The ground floor sitting room is a lovely, bright room with a window to the front and a fireplace set with a living flame fire. The spacious dining room has a window to the side of the property. The generous dining kitchen is a wonderful space, flooded with natural light via a window overlooking the gardens.  The kitchen area comprises of an excellent range of wooden wall and base units with contrasting worktops.  In addition, adjacent to the kitchen, is a good-sized utility room with a rear door leading to the terrace and garden and another door accessing the property at the right-hand side of the house. Adjacent to the kitchen is a large, practical utility room with stone flooring, a stainless steel sink, a boiler and plumbing for white goods.  An archway leads through to a spacious rear porch/boot room which in turn, has a pull-down ladder access to loft space from the utility room. 

Three generous ground-floor double bedrooms, with en-suite shower rooms, complete the ground-floor accommodation.

The first floor consists of a staircase to the second floor, a storage cupboard, a living room, a lounge/library, bedroom 4, and a family bathroom. The generous living room has a bay window, a fireplace set with a wood-burning stove, and stunning views. The second reception room, currently being used as a library, has a window to the front of the property and an open fire. There is an attractive bedroom to the rear, overlooking the terraced gardens, a family bathroom with a window to the side of the property, a bath with shower over, a WC, and a sink with storage under. There is a large storage cupboard and a staircase leading to the second floor. The second floor has two, bright, double bedrooms with dormer windows, to the front of the property and an office with a skylight. 

Outside, the property has a beautiful, terraced, private rear garden with abundant, mature shrubs and trees. The garden (476m sqft) is secluded and has a shed, pond, barbecue area, greenhouse, mature trees and shrubbed beds.

This versatile property would make an excellent family home or would lend itself to multi-generational living. The current owners are running a successful BnB business from the property. The business is by separate negotiation.

* Prime location
* Award-winning established business with excellent guest reviews
* Trading successfully but with much-untapped potential.
* Spacious garden (476m sqft), secluded with shed, pond, barbecue area, greenhouse, mature trees and beds planted with shrubs.
* Three, immaculate, ground floor guest rooms which are extendable to 6.

Moffat is a vibrant, rural town with many local amenities, including independent high-street shops, a supermarket, a butcher, bakers, a delicatessen, cafes and restaurants. Moffat Academy is a high-performing, combined nursery, primary and secondary school. For recreation, there is a theatre, art galleries, a museum, tennis courts, a rugby club, a nature reserve, a boating pond and park, a bowling green and an 18-hole golf course. Moffat hosts many events throughout the year, including the annual Moffat Gala, a Vintage Car Show and the South of Scotland Tennis Tournament. Dumfries and Carlisle are both just a short drive away, whilst Edinburgh and Glasgow are easily accessible both by car and public transport. Moffat is well-positioned for the M74 motorway, which offers easy access both north and south, while the A701 from Moffat to Edinburgh is one of Scotland's most scenic routes. There are train stations at Lockerbie and Carlisle with services to Edinburgh, Glasgow and London. The international airports at Edinburgh and Glasgow offer a range of flights to the UK, European and international destinations. Dumfriesshire is a region of contrasting landscapes, ranging from the high tops of the Southern Upland Hills with beautiful forestry parks to the sandy coastline of the Solway Firth. The Southern Upland Way, a coast-to-coast, long-distance footpath, passes by the nearby village of Beattock, as does the Annandale Way, linking Moffat to Annan. Many golf courses are in the area to suit players of all ability levels. For those keen on sailing or boating, there are extensive water sports facilities throughout the region, both inland and by the coast. The rivers in the area, including the Cairn, Nith and Annan, provide excellent fishing for salmon and sea trout fishing. The county is particularly renowned for the quality of its field sports. The area has many scenic attractions, including The Grey Mare's Tail Waterfall, St Mary's Loch and the Devil's Beef Tub. Moffat is Europe’s first Dark Sky town and is at the heart of a spectacular landscape. The scenery is quite breathtaking here. Walkers come for the famous landmarks – the Devil’s Beef Tub and the Grey Mare’s Tail – just a short distance away, while the roads are a dream for motorcyclists.

Discover why Moffat is Scotland’s best-kept secret. Nestled in the heart of Dumfries and Galloway, Moffat is a picturesque town surrounded by some of the most scenic and highest hills in the south of Scotland with great walking trails. Moffat became a popular spa town in the 17th century because of its sulphurous waters, which are believed to have healing properties. People flocked to the town for these “healing waters”, which were piped from the well to what is now the Town Hall. As locals and visitors know, this historic spa town has a unique charm and character of its own, steeped in history and culture and for a small town, it has a lot to offer. So many quirky landmarks provide the perfect opportunity to stop, admire and take a shot or two… Extraordinary scenic views and peaceful places. Historical buildings plenty. The rich green space of Station Park and its boating lake. Scotland’s narrowest street – it’s a tight squeeze! A full-size spitfire in one resident’s garden. The iconic Moffat Ram is in the centre of the high street. The two oldest houses date from 1723 and 1751. The Gothic style St Andrew’s Church. The Old Churchyard and its historic gravestones. Glorious flowerbeds all around town. Moffat stands out as a beacon of community spirit, independent shops, impressive heritage and friendly locals. It has a unique, double high street which came second in Scotland’s most beautiful high street in 2017 – a competition for spaces that were “clean, attractive, accessible, vibrant and inclusive for all to enjoy”. Delve into Moffat’s independent shops, from its smart interior stores and bijou bookshop to its souvenir and gift shops, which showcase local arts and crafts. There's also a wealth of places to eat and drink, whether you want coffee and cake or a leisurely lunch between trips exploring. Or pick up a snack at a local bakery and walk along the riverside, where you can perch on a bench and watch the world and the wildlife go by.

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The seller reserves the right to sell at any time and is not obliged to set a closing date. If a Closing Date is set, the seller is not obliged to accept the highest or any offer. Before considering any offer, interested parties will be expected to provide proof of the source of funds. We will also require proof of buyer ID conforming to HMRC requirements for anti-money laundering purposes.