Millrace Cottage, Northfield Farm, St. Abbs, Scottish Borders, TD14

Millrace is a charming, four bedroom detached property set in an enviable location on the outskirts of the Harbour Village of St Abbs and offers stunning costal views.

PROPERTY DESCRIPTION

Millrace lies on the outskirts of the picturesque Harbour village of St Abbs, set off the main road and on the edge of a working farm the house has a rural location but still retains excellent transport links with the A1 being under 4 miles away.

The house and garden enjoy superb views over the North Sea and the spectacular borders coastline. The property is built upon the remains of a water race that powered the local corn mill many years ago and was renovated in 1986 by the current owners with the second floor added to the property.

The property has previously been successfully let as a holiday home and would now benefit from some light refurbishment. The garden is located behind the property, up the banking and is laid to lawn and provides even better views of the coastline from the higher vantage point. There is off street parking for two vehicles. Please note the property sits on the edge of a working farm.

ACCOMODATION COMPRISES

Ground Floor - Entrance Porch, Hall, Kitchen, Sun-Room, Boot room, Utility Room, Shower Room.

First Floor - Sitting Room, Bedroom 1, Bathroom.

Second Floor - Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4.

DISTANCES

Coldingham Village 1.5 miles, Eyemouth 4.5 miles, Reston Train Station 5 miles, Berwick upon Tweed Train Station 14miles. (all distances are approximate).

SITUATION

Millrace occupies an enviable location on the edge of St Abb's Head Nature Reserve. It is best known for its sea birds and migrant birds but also has a rich history and spectacular scenery. There are numerous walks along the coastline including the photogenic Lighthouse and picturesque Harbour accessible straight from the front door. The Harbour offers boat tours and fantastic diving spots with grey seals and dolphins a common sight.

About a mile up the road from Millrace Cottage lies the historic village of Coldingham. Coldingham is a vibrant village, framed around the 15th century Priory and lying within a short walk of Coldingham Sands. Although nearby Berwick upon Tweed offers an excellent range of nations supermarkets and services, the Village of Coldingham has a fantastic local Spar, a well-regarded butcher, two lively pubs and a fish and chip shop which would all love your support. The village also offers a post office, an antiques shop, and a very well-regarded primary school. Further schooling is on the doorstep with Eyemouth High School being only a short drive away. Belhaven Hill School in Dunbar and Longridge Towers School near Berwick are both very well thought of public schools in the area.

There are a number of larger towns near Millrace Cottage, the closest being Eyemouth which is approximately 4.5 miles to the South. Eyemouth is a fishing port with a picturesque harbour and a sandy beach. It has an excellent range of amenities including a Co-op supermarket and a range of local shops including a first-class butcher, home bakery and fishmonger. Leisure facilities include a swimming pool and fitness centre, several public houses, and restaurants and a marine activities such as diving.

Millrace Cottage offers excellent links to Edinburgh, Newcastle and even London. The A1 provides easy commutable access to Scotland’s capital city and Newcastle.

GENERAL REMARK

Tenure - Freehold

Council Tax - Band E

Local Authority - Scottish Borders Council

Services - Mains electric and water. Private drainage. LPG central heating. Broadband services are available.

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

Listing and Conservation - Millrace Cottage is not listed or in a conservation area.