Nestled in the heart of the picturesque Borders town of Innerleithen, this fantastic ground floor flat boasts two bedrooms and is perfectly situated just moments away from the well-regarded high street. With a stylish kitchen and a newly fitted shower room, this fabulous property has a real contemporary feel providing 647 square feet of comfortable accommodation. Ideally situated in proximity to  the vibrant High Street which offers an excellent array of shops, bars and eateries, this flat presents an ideal opportunity for a wide range of buyers.  Early viewing comes highly recommended. 

Accessed via a secure entry call system and shared hallway the modern internal accommodation comprises; welcoming entrance hallway which gives access to a accommodation.  With ample room for both lounge an dining furniture, the relaxing sitting room showcases a large rear-facing window offering idyllic riverside views over Leithen water, filling the room with an abundance of natural light.  The modern kitchen boasts stylish wall and base units, seamlessly integrating quality appliances such as an electric oven, a stylish electric hob with a featured extraction fan above, and an under-counter fridge and freezer. Additionally, a separate utility cupboard accommodates the washing machine while providing ample storage space, and a window to the front allows views up Leithen Road.  There are two comfortable double bedrooms, one situated at the front, and the second positioned at the rear enjoying those delightful riverside views. Both bedrooms are fitted with wardrobes, combining practicality with useful storage space.  Concluding the accommodation is a fully renovated shower room, featuring a WC, a wash hand basin with a stylish vanity unit, and a spacious shower enclosure.

Externally; while there are no private garden grounds, the property boasts access to a delightful shared garden featuring mature greenery and a convenient drying area.  Set on the picturesque banks of Leithen Water, this communal space provides an inviting space to enjoy the outdoors during the warmer summer months. Innerleithen, complemented by its neighbouring towns and villages, presents an exceptional range of outdoor activities, ensuring year-round enjoyment for enthusiasts of all kinds.

Location:

Situated in the picturesque and charming Borders town of Innerleithen, the main Border towns are easily reached while Edinburgh lies approximately thirty miles to the North.  The town offers a good range of local shopping, medical centre, post office, hotels, restaurants, and cafes, as well as a primary school which also provides education at nursery level.  The neighbouring town of Peebles offers further facilities including the local High School, Tesco and Sainsbury’s supermarkets, swimming pool and leisure centre.  Lying in the heart of the picturesque Tweed Valley, the town of Innerleithen makes both an ideal commuter choice and a central base for indulging in the various activities available nearby such as golf, fishing, hill walking and horse riding, not to mention the world-renowned mountain biking centres of Innerleithen and Glentress being on the doorstep.  In addition, Innerleithen and the wider area of the Borders has a thriving Arts Community, with many Art Galleries and a wide variety of arts and crafts activities for all ages.  There is a multi-screen cinema in nearby Galashiels and there are a number of local theatre and music groups, notably St Ronan’s Silver Band and Tweeddale Pipe Band.

Services:

Mains water and drainage. Mains electricity. Gas fired central heating.  Double glazed windows.  Telephone and broadband connection.

Items to be included:

All fitted floor coverings, fitted light fittings, blinds throughout, integrated kitchen appliances, and the washing machine will be included in the sale of the property.

Council Tax and Local Authority: 

For Council Tax purposes this property has been assessed as band category C.   Amount payable for year 2023/2024 - £1,651.91.  The local authority is Scottish Borders Council, Council Headquarters, Newtown St Boswells, Melrose, TD6 0SA [use Contact Agent Button].

Viewing: 

Viewings of this property are strictly by appointment.  For more information or to arrange an appointment, please contact JBM Estate Agents on[use Contact Agent Button].

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 (71) with potential C (75).

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.   

Important Note: 

Formal offers should be submitted to the Selling Agents in Scottish legal form: JBM Estate Agents, 10 Northgate, Peebles, EH45 8RS.  Telephone:[use Contact Agent Button], Fax[use Contact Agent Button].  The seller reserves the right to sell at any time and interested parties will be expected to provide the Selling Agents with advice on the source of funds with suitable confirmation of their ability to finance the purchase.  Viewers should be advised that even after an acceptable written offer has been received, in the event of any unreasonable delay by the purchaser in concluding missives, the Selling Agents reserve the right to resume viewings.  

Anti-Money Laundering Regulations:

As with all Estate Agents, JBM Estate Agents is subject to the Money Laundering Regulations 2017.  The regulations require us, the Selling Agents, to perform various checks on the property buyer and in order to comply with the necessary regulations, any offer presented to us must be accompanied with certified photographic evidence of the buyer’s identity and separate certified evidence of the buyer’s residential address before any acceptance of the offer can be confirmed.  Alternatively, if certified documentation is not available, the buyer must attend at our office with their original documents.  Please note, until satisfactory documents have been provided and our checks have been fully completed, we are unable to mark the property as “under offer.”  You should also be aware that we are required by law to report to government authorities any evidence or suspicion regarding money laundering and that we are explicitly prohibited from notifying you of the fact that any such report has been made.  

Sitting Room - 15' 6'' x 9' 6'' (4.72m x 2.90m)

Kitchen - 14' 2'' x 7' 5'' (4.32m x 2.26m)

Bedroom 1 - 14' 2'' x 8' 10'' (4.32m x 2.69m)

Bedroom 2 - 13' 7'' x 9' 0'' (4.14m x 2.74m)

Council Tax Band: C
Tenure: Freehold