15 Wemyss Place, Peebles, EH45 8JT

Peacefully positioned yet only a short stroll from the vibrant high street, a fabulous and deceptively spacious two-bedroom first-floor flat located in the picturesque Borders town of Peebles. Built in the 1980s and presented in excellent decorative order throughout, the property features stylish interiors, and a thoughtfully designed layout extending to approximately 686 square feet of accommodation, offering the perfect blend of comfort and practicality for modern living.  Ideally situated within easy reach of the town centre, with its excellent range of local amenities, parks, and scenic riverside walks, this appealing home is perfectly suited to a wide variety of purchasers, from first-time buyers, investment purchasers, and downsizers.  Early viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate all that this superb property has to offer.

Accessed via a shared internal hallway and stairwell, the accommodation begins with a welcoming entrance vestibule, complete with a highly practical and generously sized storage cupboard, ideal for neatly storing jackets, shoes, and everyday essentials.  An inner hallway leads to all further accommodation and includes a large walk-in cupboard, providing additional practical storage space, as well as access to the loft space via a ceiling hatch.  Boasting a large window to the rear that frames a stunning, leafy outlook, the spacious sitting and dining room provides a fantastic ambience for relaxing, family gatherings, and entertaining guests.  The kitchen is a modern, bright space also featuring a rear facing window, along with a stylish range of wall and base units, complemented by contrasting worktops and a sleek glazed splashback.  Integrated appliances include an electric oven and gas hob, with space and connections provided for a washing machine and fridge freezer.   The property boasts two comfortable double bedrooms, both located at the front enjoying a pleasant outlook over Wemyss Place.  Each bedroom is further enhanced by generous fitted wardrobe space, providing ample storage.  Completing the accommodation is the modern bathroom, which boasts a vanity unit with WC and wash hand basin, a panelled bath with mains shower above, and a side window that fills the space with natural light. 

The property benefits from well-maintained communal garden grounds to the front, side, and rear of the building, predominantly laid to lawn and complemented by mature shrubbery borders and established planting.  There is ample unrestricted parking available to the front of the property for residents and visitors. 

Location:

The Royal Burgh of Peebles is a thriving market town and the third largest in the Borders, with a population of around 9,000.  It offers an ideal country lifestyle, featuring fishing, hillwalking, mountain biking, horse riding, and golf.  The Gytes Leisure Centre provides a variety of activities for all ages, while Glentress Forest, located just 4 miles away, is known for its excellent mountain biking trails.  Cultural enthusiasts can enjoy performances at the Eastgate Theatre & Arts Centre and various festivals, including the historic week-long Beltane Festival, Arts Festival, Agricultural Festival, and Rugby Sevens.  Peebles’ High Street boasts an excellent range of independent shops as well as some high street favourites, popular restaurants, a health centre, banks, and schools.  The town is conveniently located within commuting distance of Edinburgh, accessible by frequent bus services and the A703, which connects to the Edinburgh City Bypass and the airport for UK and international travel.

Services:

Mains water and drainage.  Mains electricity.  Gas central heating.  Timber double glazed windows.  FTTP broadband connection.  

Items to be Included:

All fitted floor coverings, fitted light fittings, blinds, and integrated kitchen appliances will be included in the sale.

Council Tax and Local Authority: 

For Council Tax purposes this property has been assessed as band category C, with an annual charge of £1,859.65 payable for the year 2025/2026.  The local authority is Scottish Borders Council, Council Headquarters, Newtown St Boswells, Melrose, TD6 0SA Tel: .

Viewing Arrangements: 

Viewings of this property are strictly by appointment.  For more information or to arrange an appointment, please contact JBM Estate Agents on .

Home Report:

A Home Report incorporating a Single Survey, Energy Performance Certificate and Property Questionnaire is available for parties genuinely interested in this property.   Please contact us to request a copy.

EPC Rating: 

The Energy Efficiency Rating for this property is C (75) with potential C (78).

Closing Date:

A closing date may be fixed, however, there is no requirement for the seller to fix a closing date when more than one interest is noted.  JBM Estate Agents is entitled to accept their client’s instructions to accept an incoming offer without having a closing date and without giving other parties who may have noted interest an opportunity to offer.  Prospective purchasers who have notified their interest through their lawyers to JBM Estate Agents, in writing, will be advised of a closing date if set, unless the property has been sold previously.

Offers: 

All offers must be submitted to the Selling Agents in Scottish legal form, either by email to   or in writing to JBM Estate Agents, 10 Northgate, Peebles, EH45 8RS.  The seller reserves the absolute discretion to accept or reject any offer received and is under no obligation to accept the highest or any offer.  By law, all offers received will be intimated to the seller as soon as reasonably possible until formal conclusion of missives has taken place, unless the seller has provided specific written instructions not to pass on certain offers.  Notwithstanding the receipt of an acceptable written offer, until missives are concluded, the seller and the Selling Agents reserve the right to continue marketing or re-market the property and to resume or conduct further viewings, particularly in the event of any delay by the purchaser in progressing the transaction.  The purchaser or their solicitor will be notified in writing should the seller subsequently decide to place the property back on the market.

Important Note:

While we believe the information provided to be accurate, it is not guaranteed.  All areas, measurements, and distances are approximate.  The descriptions, photographs, and floorplans are intended for guidance only and are not necessarily comprehensive.  It should not be assumed that the property remains exactly as photographed.  Any error, omission, or misstatement shall not annul the sale, entitle any party to compensation, nor provide grounds for legal action.  JBM Estate Agents have not tested any services, equipment, or facilities.  Prospective purchasers are advised to satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise and to seek their own professional advice.  All descriptions and references to the property's condition are made in good faith.  While every effort is made to ensure accuracy, please contact us to confirm any details of particular importance to you, especially if you are planning to travel a considerable distance.

Anti-Money Laundering Regulations:

JBM Estate Agents is a regulated estate agency business and is subject to the Money Laundering Regulations 2017, the Criminal Finances Act 2017, the Proceeds of Crime Act 2002 (POCA), the Economic Crime (Transparency and Enforcement) Act 2022, and other relevant legislation.  We are required to comply with the guidelines set out by the regulator for the estate agency sector, HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC).  In accordance with these requirements, we are legally obliged to carry out identity and source-of-funds checks on all property buyers.  These checks are completed through an independent third-party verification provider and must be successfully concluded before an offer can be formally accepted or a property marked as “under offer.”  All buyers are required to complete third-party AML verification, for which a non-refundable fee of £20 plus VAT (£24 in total) per individual applies.  All information is handled securely and in accordance with current data protection legislation.  JBM Estate Agents is registered for AML supervision with HMRC under registration number XBML , and we are legally required to report any evidence or suspicion of money laundering to the relevant authorities without notification.