8 March Street, Peebles, EH45 8EP

Desirably located in the Peebles conservation area, with unrestricted on-street parking, this traditional three/four-bedroom, two-bathroom detached villa is deceptively spacious, set over three floors with versatile, southerly-facing interiors that retain period character while offering fantastic potential for upgrades. Set behind an attractive rose garden and extending generously to the rear with an enclosed garden, the property presents exciting scope to create a personalised family home in an ideal central location with excellent schools and amenities.

Features
Central address in a charming conservation area
Versatile southeast-facing interiors with scope for upgrades
Characterful three-storey detached villa
Vestibule and entrance hall with cloakroom
Bay-fronted living room with a living flame fire
Sunny dining room/Bedroom 4
Social breakfast kitchen with garden access
Two spacious double bedrooms
One single bedroom
Modern shower room
Bathroom with shower-over-bath
Quietly positioned study
Practical utility room and outstanding storage throughout
Enclosed plot with generous gardens
Unrestricted on-street parking

Entered at ground level, a vestibule and welcoming hall (with a cloakroom) leads to two sun-filled reception rooms overlooking the delightful front garden. The elegant, bay-fronted living room is centred around a living flame fire and showcases an exquisite cornice, ceiling rose, shelved recess, and cupboard storage. Across the hall, the dining room also features a recessed cupboard and offers flexibility as an extra double bedroom if desired.

On the lower ground floor, a kitchen with a social breakfast area opens directly onto the rear garden. Also on this level are a single bedroom, a modern shower room, a utility room, and walk-in pantry storage. The kitchen features natural pine cabinets with extensive workspace, integrated with a gas hob, oven, fridge, and freezer. There is also a standalone dishwasher, while matching units in the bright utility room allow for an under-counter washing machine and a tumble dryer.

The first floor features two spacious double bedrooms, one with a built-in cupboard, and a quiet, skylit study – all accessed from a landing with additional storage. Both bedrooms feature a classic cornice and are served by a bright modern bathroom, with a shower-over-bath, which completes this level. Gas central heating and full double glazing ensure year-round comfort and efficiency.

Outside, the villa boasts front, side, and rear gardens with excellent landscaping potential, featuring a lawn, mature shrubs, seating areas, and a shed. On-street parking is conveniently unrestricted.

Extras: The sale includes all fitted floor and window coverings, light fittings, and kitchen/utility room appliances.

Area - Peebles, Scottish Borders

Nestled in the Tweed Valley, within the Scottish Borders, the charming Royal Burgh of Peebles is a historic and picturesque town. The town has been recognised as the ‘Top Independent Retailing Town in Scotland’ with a wealth of independent shops, but also benefits from a handful of high-street supermarkets, including a Tesco superstore, banks, and a post office. The town is home to numerous top-quality restaurants, bars, and cafés and is considered a cultural hub, with the distinguished Eastgate Theatre & Arts Centre hosting a wide range of arts events throughout the year. There are also a number of annual festivals held in the town, including the Beltane Festival, the Peebles Jazz Festival, and the renowned Arts Festival. Situated on the banks of the River Tweed, famous for salmon fishing, and set within an area of outstanding beauty, Peebles promises a perfect base from which to enjoy all the countryside has to offer – from scenic riverside and parkland walks to horse riding and cycling. There is also an 18-hole golf course within the town, as well as a leisure centre and a swimming pool. For those with children, Peebles’ catchment area encompasses some highly-regarded schooling, from nursery to secondary level. Peebles is also a popular Borders retreat for commuters, located just over 20 miles from Edinburgh city centre and within easy commuting distance from the city bypass, airport, and motorway network.