Jedburgh, Scottish Borders TD8

HUNTHILL HOUSE

Hunthill House is an elegant and well proportioned Georgian country house, approached by a long private driveway winding through mature trees to reveal the house set centrally within its own grounds. The approach creates a strong sense of arrival and privacy.

The setting is peaceful and secluded, with the house positioned within established gardens, woodland and paddocks, enjoying private views across its land and the wider Borders countryside. The sheltered landscape provides enclosure without compromising views.

The house is classical in proportion, with a balanced Georgian stone façade beneath a slate roof. Internally, the accommodation is arranged over multiple floors and retains period features including sash and case windows, high ceilings and fireplaces, creating scale and character.

At its heart is an impressive reception hall with a sweeping stair and arched openings forming a striking centrepiece. A series of well proportioned reception rooms lead from here, all benefiting from excellent light and garden views. The drawing room is elegant and well balanced, while the dining room is ideal for formal entertaining. A further sitting room provides relaxed family living.

The kitchen sits to the rear, forming the hub of the house with garden views and space for informal dining. Utility and ancillary accommodation support modern family living.

Bedroom accommodation is extensive across the upper floors. The principal suite is generous, with an en suite bathroom and two dressing rooms, one adaptable as a nursery or additional bedroom. Numerous further double bedrooms and bathrooms provide a flexible and well balanced layout with ample guest accommodation. Many rooms enjoy excellent natural light and attractive outlooks. Attic and cellar spaces provide further flexibility.

Hunthill House offers a rare opportunity to acquire a Georgian country house combining architectural balance, historic character and practical living.

GARDENS AND GROUNDS

The grounds form a well balanced landscape of formal gardens, productive areas and pasture. A tree-lined driveway leads through woodland and rhododendrons, creating an impressive approach.

Around the house are lawns, mature trees, shrubs and herbaceous borders, providing structure and seasonal interest. Terraces and seating areas offer sheltered outdoor spaces, enhanced by climbing plants such as wisteria.

A traditional walled garden provides productive space for vegetables, fruit and flowers, with scope for further cultivation. Beyond, paddocks and grazing land are well arranged and easily accessible, suitable for equestrian or recreational use. A tennis court adds further amenity.

Mature woodland surrounds the property, enhancing privacy and framing views. In all, the grounds extend to approximately 24 acres.

EQUESTRIAN FACILITIES

The property includes a stable block, outdoor arena and adjoining paddocks. The arena is well enclosed and private, while the paddocks provide good grazing with access from both house and stables. The layout allows efficient management, separate from the formal gardens.

The surrounding Borders countryside offers excellent riding opportunities, making the property well suited to equestrian ownership.

HISTORICAL NOTE

Hunthill House dates back to the 14th century when the lands were granted to the Earl of Douglas by Robert the Bruce.

In 1466 the property passed to the Rutherfurd family and remained with them until the late 18th century. Rebuilt in the late 16th century, elements of the earlier structure are thought to remain.

The present house reflects Georgian remodelling and is Category B listed, combining historic character with the proportions and practicality required for modern living.

Hunthill House is set in an attractive rural position close to the historic Borders town of Jedburgh, enjoying a peaceful and private setting while remaining well connected to the wider Borders and beyond.

Jedburgh provides a wide range of everyday amenities including local shops, cafés, restaurants, healthcare facilities and schooling. The town is steeped in history and centred around the impressive ruins of Jedburgh Abbey.

A broader range of facilities is available in the nearby town of Kelso, one of the most attractive towns in the Borders, offering a selection of independent retailers, restaurants and leisure facilities. Kelso is also home to Floors Castle and Kelso Racecourse.

The surrounding countryside is particularly appealing, with rolling farmland and woodland providing excellent opportunities for walking, riding, cycling, fishing and other country pursuits. The River Tweed, renowned for its salmon fishing, lies within easy reach, together with a number of well regarded golf courses including The Roxburghe.

The area is well regarded for schooling, with Jedburgh Grammar Campus nearby, together with St Mary’s School in Melrose and Longridge Towers. A number of highly regarded independent schools are also available in Edinburgh.

Despite its rural setting, the property is well positioned for access to major road networks, with the A68 providing direct links to Edinburgh and Newcastle. Rail services are available from Tweedbank, offering regular connections to Edinburgh.

This combination of accessibility, privacy and attractive surroundings makes Hunthill House a highly desirable location within the Scottish Borders.