Dating from 1899, Ellerslie offers generous, versatile accommodation over two floors, and benefits from double glazing as well as fantastic period details including ornate plasterwork and attractive fireplaces. The ground floor boasts two elegant reception rooms to the front, as well as the kitchen and sun room which easily houses a dining table. Upstairs there is a suite of 4 bedrooms, with the Principal Bedroom benefitting from an ensuite shower room, while the other bedrooms are served by the family bathroom.
The Kitchen is fitted with a range of wall and base units with granite worktops incorporating an undermount sink with mixer tap. There is an integrated dishwasher and range cooker with extractor hood, and space for a large fridge/freezer. The Kitchen further benefits from an adjoining Utility Room and WC.
The ensuite is fitted with a 3-piece suite comprising wc, pedestal wash hand basin and walk-in shower cubicle with electric shower.
The Family Bathroom is fitted with a roll top bath with mixer shower over, vanity wash hand basin and wc.
The downstairs WC is fitted with a wc and wash hand basin.
The private, mature gardens are primarily laid to lawn, with decking and patio seating areas, creating a wonderful space for entertaining.
There is a detached garage and driveway to the side of the property.
Ellerslie occupies an enviable location within the highly sought-after Melrose. Regarded by many as one of the most desirable Border Towns, which took the title of "Best Place to Live in Scotland 2018" by the Sunday Times, Melrose provides an extensive range of local amenities including independent shops, supermarket, restaurants, cafes and hotels, as well as Parish, Episcopal and Catholic Churches. Local tourist attractions include Melrose Abbey, Harmony Gardens and Priorwood Gardens. It is also home to the world-famous annual Melrose Sevens and very popular Borders Book Festival. Local schooling includes the Melrose Primary School, the highly regarded St Mary's Preparatory School and Earlston High School, one only two schools in Scotland to feature in Tatler's Top 20 State Secondary Schools 2018. There is an abundance of outdoor pursuits in the area including Rugby, Football, Golf, Horse Riding and Walking including the Southern Upland Way and St Cuthbert's Way.
All fitted carpets, blinds, light fittings and integrated appliances are to be included within the sale.
Mains Water, Gas, Electricity and Drainage. Fibre Broadband
Council Tax Band G
Strictly by appointment via James Agent.
