Newtown Street, Duns, Scottish Borders, TD11

40 Newton Street is an Historic house located in the bustling town of Duns, in the heart of the Scottish Borders. Cleverly extended, the property offers versatile living and has three bedrooms, three reception rooms and a large garden.

PROPERTY DESCRIPTION

40 Newtown Street is one of the oldest houses in Duns and offers an interesting insight into the past with the additional benefits of a modern three room extension to the rear.

Upon entry from Newtown Street, the hallway passes the warm and cosy sitting room located on the left. Decorated in light colours the room features a traditional fireplace, wooden beams and two walk in cupboards. To the right is a cloakroom.

The modern extension with underfloor heating has the breakfasting kitchen which has built-in bench seating and room for a table and chairs with spacious rooms either side. One currently being used as a dining room and the second, a versatile room with door to the garden.

The curved staircase leads to the first-floor landing where you will find the two main bedrooms, one with an en-suite shower room. There is a third single bedroom and a family bathroom. The two larger bedrooms have built in wardrobes.

On the landing there is access to a large, floored attic.

The lovely mature garden with fruit trees and shrubs has a paved courtyard area with a centred lawn, a summer house and a greenhouse. The lawn looks back down onto the property. Perfect to relax in an evening.

ACCOMMODATION

Ground Floor – 3 Reception Rooms, Kitchen, Utility Room, Cloak Room

First Floor - Master Bedroom (En-Suite shower), Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Family Bathroom

Second Floor – Large Floored Attic
Garden Grounds - On Street Parking, Garage, Mature Garden.

DISTANCES

Berwick-upon-Tweed Train Station 15 miles, Reston Train Station 11 miles, Dunbar 22 miles, Coldstream 10 miles, Kelso 16 miles
Edinburgh Airport 54 miles, Haddington 24 miles.
(distances are approximate).

LOCAL AREA

40 Newtown Street is positioned in the heart of Duns, within a short walk of the town centre which provides a good range of local and national amenities including small independent shops, coffee shops, pubs, restaurants, a highly regarded garden centre and a supermarket. The local primary school and secondary school (Berwickshire High) are nearby, as well as a community swimming pool. The town also has two GP practices, dentist, pharmacy as well as a range of attractions such as Manderston House, the Jim Clark Motor Museum, a challenging 18 hole golf course and walks round Duns Castle Estate.

There are a number of larger towns near Duns, the biggest being the historic market town of Berwick upon Tweed which is about 15 miles due east. Berwick houses many of the major supermarket chains, good local shopping, a number of historical attractions within its medieval walls, numerous restaurants and cafes and the Maltings arts centre. Berwick also has a main line train station which offers an hourly service to London.

Duns is perfectly located for exploring both local and wider areas. The surrounding villages and hamlets of Cranshaws, Longformacus and Abbey St Bathans offer historic charm, wild woodland walks and breath-taking open views perfect for all sorts of outdoor activities. There are numerous dramatic castles, and historic houses to explore as well as the historic Border Abbey towns of Kelso, Melrose and Jedburgh. Equally impressive is the nearby Berwickshire coastline with various beaches and harbour towns which all link up together via the Berwickshire Coastal path and Coldingham, Eyemouth. Coastal activities include birdwatching and scuba diving at St Abbs and a sheltered sandy beach at Coldingham.

From Berwick there is easy access to the North Northumberland Coast and Northumberland National Park. Country and sporting pursuits are widely available and there are several golf courses within a short drive including Eyemouth, Dunbar and Magdalene Fields in Berwick.

GENERAL REMARKS

Fixtures and Fittings

All fitted carpets, curtain poles, blinds, light fittings, and integrated appliances form part of the sale. Some remaining furniture is available for negotiation.

Listing and Conservation

40 Newtown Street is a Grade B listed property and is in the conservation area of Duns