Kelso, Roxburghshire TD5

Cairnmount House is an elegant and well-proportioned period home arranged over three principal levels, offering generous and flexible accommodation suited to modern family life while retaining a strong sense of character.

The house is approached via a sweeping driveway, leading to an attractive and balanced façade with traditional detailing and sash and case windows. The elevated position enhances the sense of privacy while allowing light to flow naturally into the principal rooms.

The upper ground floor forms the heart of the house, with a welcoming central hall giving access to the principal reception rooms. The sitting room is particularly impressive, extending to almost 28 feet in length, with large windows and a fireplace creating a natural focal point. A further reception room offers excellent versatility for entertaining or everyday living, with proportions well suited to both larger gatherings and more informal use.

The kitchen and dining room is a standout feature of the house, measuring over 36 feet and offering an expansive, bright and highly functional living space. Fitted with classic cabinetry, an island unit and ample room for dining, it is perfectly arranged for everyday family life as well as entertaining. Adjacent to the kitchen, a utility room and additional storage provide practical support space.

The lower ground floor offers further flexibility, including storage rooms, ancillary spaces and access to outbuildings, making it well suited for a variety of uses.

On the first floor, the bedroom accommodation is well laid out and generously proportioned. The principal bedroom enjoys an excellent outlook and is complemented by three additional double bedrooms, along with bathroom and shower room facilities. The configuration offers flexibility for families, guests or home working.

Throughout the house, there is a pleasing balance between period character and a fresh, neutral presentation, allowing a purchaser to adapt the interiors to their own style while immediately enjoying the scale and quality of the accommodation.

GARDENS AND GROUNDS

Cairnmount House is set within attractive and well-established grounds extending to approximately 9.54 acres, providing a fine balance of privacy, amenity and outlook.

The house sits in an elevated position, surrounded by areas of lawn, mature trees and established boundaries which create a peaceful and sheltered setting. The approach and immediate grounds have a pleasing sense of arrival, with open areas of grassland and framed views across the surrounding Borders countryside.

Beyond the garden areas, the land offers excellent scope for a variety of uses, including grazing, recreational use or further landscaping, making the property particularly appealing for those seeking a smallholding or an element of equestrian potential.

A range of useful outbuildings accompanies the house, including stabling, stores and a double garage, providing excellent practical support and versatility. The combination of buildings and land enhances the overall functionality of the property, while the wider setting contributes to its rural charm and sense of seclusion.

Overall, the grounds form a key component of Cairnmount House, offering space, flexibility and an attractive natural backdrop to the property.

*CGI of the furnished kitchen is for illustrative purposes only

Cairnmount House enjoys a peaceful, slightly elevated position in a highly sought after part of the Borders. The house lies just over five miles from Kelso, one of the most attractive and desirable towns in the Scottish Borders. Known for its elegant Georgian architecture and charming cobbled square, Kelso offers an excellent range of local amenities including independent shops, cafés, restaurants, supermarkets and professional services. The town has a strong sense of community and hosts a number of well-known events throughout the year, including the Border Union Show and the traditional Common Riding.

The surrounding countryside is renowned for its natural beauty and outdoor pursuits, with riverside walks along the River Tweed, fishing, golf courses and country sports all within easy reach. Floors Castle and its grounds provide a notable local landmark and further leisure opportunities.

Transport links are good, with the A68 providing access north to Edinburgh, approximately 45 miles away, and south towards Jedburgh and Newcastle. The A1 at Berwick upon Tweed lies within comfortable driving distance and offers direct road connections along the east coast. Mainline rail services are available at Berwick upon Tweed, with regular trains to Edinburgh, Newcastle and London King’s Cross. Edinburgh Airport and Newcastle International Airport are both accessible for domestic and international travel.

Schooling in the area is well regarded, with a selection of primary schools and Kelso High School serving the area. Independent schooling is available at St Mary’s School in Melrose, Longridge Towers near Berwick upon Tweed, and further options in Edinburgh.