Hawthorn Cottage, Cockburnspath

Scottish Borders, TD13 5YF

Scottish Borders, TD13 5YF

2 Receptions
3 Beds
3 Baths
1970 Sq ft

Hawthorn Cottage is a charming and beautifully presented detached cottage extending to approximately 183 sq. metres offering generous and flexible accommodation arranged over two levels. Combining traditional character with spacious living areas, the property enjoys a peaceful setting with mature gardens to front and rear, private parking and garaging.

Accommodation Comprises:

Ground Floor: Entrance Porch, Hallway, Lounge, Dining Room, Dining Kitchen, Bedroom 3, Shower Room.

First Floor: Landing, Bedroom 1 (En-Suite), Bedroom 2, Family Bathroom.

Outside: Private Driveway, Front & Rear Gardens, Summerhouse, Attached Single Garage, Large Garage/Workshop (Available By Separate Negotiation).

Summary of Accommodation

The accommodation begins with a welcoming porch leading into a central hallway. The impressive lounge is a particularly attractive public room, with a multi-fuel stove forming a warm and inviting focal point, creating an ideal space for relaxing and entertaining. A further versatile public room is currently utilised as a formal dining room, although it could easily serve as a family room, study, or additional sitting room depending on individual requirements.

To the rear of the cottage lies a generous dining kitchen, providing ample space for both cooking and informal dining while enjoying pleasant views over and access to the garden, making it well suited to everyday family life. Completing the ground floor accommodation is a well-proportioned double bedroom together with a modern shower room.

On the first floor, a bright landing provides access to two spacious double bedrooms, one of which benefits from its own en-suite shower room. A beautifully appointed family bathroom serves the floor and features a classic roll-top bath, adding a touch of traditional elegance to the home.

Externally, Hawthorn Cottage is set within generous and mature garden grounds to both the front and rear. The gardens are mainly laid to lawn and are enhanced by established shrubs, flower beds, and hedging, creating an attractive and private outdoor environment. The rear garden is particularly appealing, featuring a detached timber summerhouse and a raised decked seating area, perfectly positioned for al-fresco dining and outdoor entertaining.

To the front of the property there is a private driveway providing off-street parking, along with an attached garage. Additionally, a substantial garage/workshop located adjacent to Hawthorn Cottage is available by separate negotiation, offering excellent potential for storage, hobbies, or workspace.

Overall, Hawthorn Cottage presents a wonderful opportunity to acquire a characterful yet spacious home with beautiful gardens and flexible accommodation, ideally suited to a range of buyers seeking a peaceful and attractive setting.

Services: Mains water, drainage and electricity. Electric central heating.

Energy Efficiency Rating: F (25)

Council Tax Band: E

General Remarks & Information

Fixtures and Fittings:

Only appliances specifically mentioned in the sales particulars are included in the sale price. In all other aspects the treatment of fixtures and fittings within the relevant Conveyancing Standard Clauses apply.

Services:

Mains water, drainage and electricity. Electric central heating.

Viewing:

By appointment through Rettie Berwick. 50 Hide Hill, Berwick‑Upon‑Tweed, TD15 1AB. Email: amy.brown@rettie.co.uk Tel: 01289 334 532

Offers:

Offers should be submitted in Scottish Legal Form to the selling agents Rettie & Co. A closing date by which offers must be submitted may be fixed later. Please note that interested parties are advised to register their interest with the selling agents in order that they may be advised should a closing date be set. The seller reserves the right to accept any offer at any time.

Council Tax Band:

E

Postcode:

TD13 5YF

Tenure:

Freehold

This property and other properties offered by Rettie & Co. & Rettie LLP's. can be viewed on our website at www.rettie.co.uk as well as Rightmove, OnTheMarket and The London Office.

The property is sold subject to and with the benefit of all servitude rights, burdens, reservations and wayleaves including rights of access and rights of way, whether public or private, light, support, drainage, water and wayleaves for masts, pylons, stays, cable, drains and water, gas and other pipes whether contained in the title deeds or informally constituted and whether or not referred to above.


Under the HMRC Anti Money Laundering legislation all offers to purchase a property on a cash basis or subject to mortgage require evidence of source of funds. This may include evidence of bank statements/funding source, mortgage or confirmation from a solicitor the purchaser has the funds to conclude the transaction.

All individuals involved in the transaction are required to produce proof of identity and proof of address. Rettie use electronic verification, if this is not possible original documents are acceptable.


Location

Cockburnspath is a charming and historic coastal village located in the eastern part of the Scottish Borders, close to the boundary with East Lothian and just inland from the dramatic Berwickshire coastline. Surrounded by rolling countryside, farmland and rugged coastal scenery, the village offers an appealing blend of rural tranquillity and convenient accessibility.

The village itself provides a welcoming community atmosphere with a selection of everyday amenities including a local shop, village hall, primary schooling and community facilities, while further services can be found in nearby towns such as Dunbar, Eyemouth, Duns and Berwick-upon-Tweed. These centres offer a wider range of supermarkets, independent retailers, restaurants, leisure facilities and secondary schooling.

Cockburnspath sits within an area renowned for its outstanding natural beauty and outdoor recreation opportunities. The nearby Berwickshire Coastal Path offers spectacular walking routes along cliffs and beaches, connecting picturesque fishing villages including St Abbs and Coldingham, while the surrounding countryside provides excellent opportunities for cycling, hill walking and wildlife watching. The coastline is also well known for its marine life and diving, particularly around St Abbs Head National Nature Reserve.

For commuters, the location is particularly convenient. The A1 runs close to the village, providing direct road links north to Edinburgh (approximately 45 minutes away) and south to Berwick-upon-Tweed and Newcastle. Rail services are available from Dunbar (20 mins) and Berwick-upon-Tweed (45 mins), both offering regular connections to Edinburgh and beyond.

The wider Scottish Borders region is celebrated for its rich history, picturesque towns and landscapes of rolling hills, farmland and rivers. Historic abbeys, stately homes and castles are scattered throughout the area, while popular market towns such as Kelso, Melrose and Jedburgh provide vibrant communities with cafés, independent shops and cultural events.

Combining coastal scenery, countryside living and excellent transport connections, Cockburnspath offers an attractive setting for those seeking a peaceful village lifestyle within easy reach of larger towns and the capital city.

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