Allerton Ancrum

Scottish Borders, TD8 6UY

Hugh Rettie

Associate Director

01896 824070

hugh.rettie.@rettie.co.uk

Scottish Borders, TD8 6UY

1 Receptions
2 Beds
1 Baths
29310 Sq ft

Allerton is a charming, three-bedroom cottage sitting on the edge of the village green in Ancrum. Thoughtfully conserved throughout the property offers spacious living across two principal floors, the ground floor comprises a welcoming entrance hall, large sitting room with adequate space for dining and sliding patio doors out to the rear garden. Completing the ground floor is a well-equipped kitchen, under-stair cupboard and cloakroom on the half-landing.

The first floor boasts two generous double bedrooms with views to the front of the property. There is a well-appointed bathroom complete with shower over bathtub and three-piece suite, there is a further separate WC and a third single bedroom space which is currently utilised as a charming study with views over the rear garden.

Externally there is a stunning rear garden facing due South-West. Reached by a small set of stairs the garden is mostly laid to lawn with an array of perennial shrubs and deep flowerbeds – there is a lovely patio terrace, ideal for enjoying the sunshine or al-fresco dining and a good-sized garden shed. Completing the outside space is a useful log store and side access path to the front of the property.

The village of Ancrum is set within easy reach of Jedburgh (5 miles), St Boswells (6 miles) & the wider central Borders. The property makes for an utterly charming cottage in a peaceful village location which would appeal as a wonderful home or pied-a-terre.

Hugh Rettie

Associate Director

01896 824070

hugh.rettie.@rettie.co.uk

Summary of Accommodation

Ground Floor:

Vestibule, Hallway, Living/Dining Room, Kitchen, Under Stair-Cupboard and cloakroom.

First Floor:

Two good-sized double bedrooms, bedroom 3/study, bathroom with shower over bathtub, separate additional W.C.


Externally the property boasts a beautiful south-west facing mature garden with patio, lawn and shrubbery.

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:

Gas heating, mains water, electricity, broadband, telephone (subject to telephone providers’ regulations).

Viewing:

By appointment through Rettie Borders LLP. 1 Abbey Street, Melrose, Scottish Borders, TD6 9PX. Email: fraser.wardhaugh@rettie.co.uk Tel: 01896 800186

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:

C

EPC Rating:

D

Postcode:

TD8 6UY

Tenure:

Freehold

Particulars Prepared:

April 2026 - First Edition

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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.

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  1. They are not authorised to make or give any representations or warranties in relation to the property either in writing or by word of mouth. Any information given is entirely without responsibility on the part of the agents or the sellers. These particulars do not form part of any offer or contract and must not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact.
  2. All Rettie floorplans are drawn to RICS standard. The text, photographs and plans are for guidance only and are not necessarily comprehensive and it should not be assumed that the property remains as photographed. Any error, omission or mis-statement shall not annul the sale or entitle any party to compensation or recourse to action at law. It should not be assumed that the property has all necessary planning, building regulation or other consents, including for its current use. Rettie & Co. & Rettie LLP’s have not tested any services, equipment or facilities. Purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise and ought to seek their own professional advice.
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  1. The property is sold with all faults and defects, whether of condition or otherwise and neither the seller nor Rettie & Co. or Rettie LLP’s, the selling agent, are responsible for such faults and defects, nor for any statement contained in the particulars of the property prepared by the said agent.
  2. The Purchaser(s) shall be deemed to acknowledge that they have not entered into contract in reliance on the said statements, that they are satisfied themselves as to the content of each of the said statements by inspection or otherwise and that no warranty or representation has been made by the seller or the said agents in relation to or in connection with the property.
  3. Any error, omission or misstatement in any of the said statements shall not entitle the purchaser(s) to rescind or to be discharged from this contract, nor entitle either party to compensation or damages nor in any circumstances to give either party any cause for action.

Location

Allerton sits peacefully positioned adjacent to the village. Just off the A68 Ancrum is a much sought after village community, providing excellent access to Edinburgh, the central Borders and Newcastle to the South. A pretty conservation village popular with families, professional and retirees Ancrum boasts a well-regarded farm-shop and easy access to green space. There is an excellent local primary school and a wide range of country pursuits nearby including fishing, shooting, hiking and golfing. The property further benefits from good proximity to the Borders Railway in Tweedbank with services running to Edinburgh in just under one hour.

Contact us

    Hugh Rettie

    Associate Director

    01896 824070

    hugh.rettie.@rettie.co.uk