24 Connor Street, Peebles, EH45 8HD

Offering considerably more space than first meets the eye, a delightful three-bedroom semi-detached home pleasantly positioned within a popular residential area of the picturesque Borders town of Peebles. Presented with stylish interiors, this 1950s property extends to approximately 1,116 square feet, thoughtfully arranged across two levels.  Additionally, a fully floored and lined attic space extending to approximately 234 square feet, complete with power and light, offers excellent potential to create additional accommodation, subject to the necessary planning consents.  Ideally positioned just a short stroll from the vibrant town centre, the property is perfectly placed to enjoy an excellent selection of independent shops, cafés, bars and restaurants, together with attractive parks, cycle paths and picturesque riverside walks along the River Tweed.  Offering an excellent combination of comfortable living and a convenient location, this property is well-suited to a wide variety of purchasers.  Early viewing is highly recommended.

With an inviting approach through the charming front garden, and tastefully decorated throughout, the accommodation opens into a bright and welcoming entrance hallway, featuring a staircase to the upper floor incorporating generous under-stair storage space beneath.  Enjoying a dual aspect with windows to the front and side, the sitting room is filled with natural light, while a feature inset wood-burning stove with a floating timber mantle provides an attractive focal point and a warm, cosy ambience.  The kitchen is well appointed with an excellent range of contemporary wall and base units, complemented by contrasting worktops and a tiled splashback. Integrated appliances include an electric oven and hob with extractor hood, dishwasher, fridge freezer and washing machine, providing a practical and stylish space for everyday living.  A rear external door opens directly out to the private garden, creating a seamless transition between indoor and outdoor spaces.  Set to the rear of the property, the dining room enjoys direct access to the garden via an external door, creating a lovely setting for relaxed everyday meals, family Sunday roasts and entertaining friends.  Completing the ground floor, the family bathroom is fitted with a WC, wash hand basin and panelled bath with shower over.  Upstairs, the hallway landing offers a fantastic selection of storage space, along with a ceiling hatch giving access to the loft space currently set up as a home office, accessible by a Ramsay ladder, and enjoying natural light via two Velux windows.  There are three extremely comfortable double bedrooms, one  enjoying an open outlook to the front, and two set to the rear with leafy garden views.

Externally, the property enjoys private gardens extending to the front, side and rear. The front garden is thoughtfully divided into two areas of lawn by a paved pathway leading to the entrance, with attractive mature planting and established borders adding a welcoming approach.  To the side, a private driveway provides convenient off-street parking, while continuing around to the rear garden.  Predominantly laid to lawn, the rear garden is further enhanced by three timber-decked areas, providing ample space for outdoor seating, relaxing and dining, the ideal setting for enjoying the warmer months, all surrounded by established flower beds, colourful shrubbery and mature greenery providing bursts of colour and interest throughout the seasons.  A timber garden shed provides useful external storage space. 

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.  UPVC double glazed windows.  FTTP broadband connection.  

Items to be Included:

All fitted floor coverings, fitted light fittings, blinds throughout, and integrated appliances will be included in the sale.  Items of furniture within the property may be available under separate negotiation.  

Council Tax and Local Authority: 

For Council Tax purposes this property has been assessed as band category C, with an annual charge of £2,018.52 payable for the year 2026/2027.  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 D (65) with potential C (72).

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.