The Firs, Newtown St. Boswells

Melrose, Scottish Borders, TD6 0RT

Fraser Wardhaugh

Senior Sales Negotiator

01896 800186

fraser.wardhaugh@rettie.co.uk

Melrose, Scottish Borders, TD6 0RT

3 Receptions
3 Beds
1 Baths
20850 Sq ft

The Firs is a charming, three-bedroom detached villa sitting within a generous plot between Eildon & Newtown St Boswells. Arranged over two floors the property offers a wealth of flexible living space with four reception rooms, a large breakfasting kitchen, two large double bedrooms and a third single bedroom. Completing the accommodation is a good-sized family bathroom with shower over bathtub and a capacious storeroom.

Externally the property sits in an enclosed plot with wraparound gardens. Mostly laid to the lawn the property has the added benefits of a flag-stoned patio to the rear, gravel driveway and off-street parking for several vehicles.

The Firs is ideally placed with local amenities on hand in Newtown St Boswells. The popular town of Melrose is a short drive offering a wider range of local shops and independent retailers. The property falls into the catchment for the sought after Earlston High School with a bus service for pupils. There is a wealth of green space on hand with the Eildon Hills only a short walk from the property, St Cuthbert’s Way can also be easily picked up from Newtown St Boswells leading down to the banks of the famous River Tweed.

Fraser Wardhaugh

Senior Sales Negotiator

01896 800186

fraser.wardhaugh@rettie.co.uk

Summary of Accommodation

Ground Floor:

Vestibule, Hallway, Sitting Room, Dining Room, Lounge, Study, Breakfasting Kitchen.


First Floor:

Two generous double bedrooms, third single bedroom, storeroom, bathroom.

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:

E

EPC Rating:

D

Postcode:

TD6 0RT

Tenure:

Freehold

Particulars Prepared:

March 2026 - First Edition

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.

Rettie, their clients and any joint agents give notice that:

  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.
  3. All descriptions or references to condition are given in good faith only. Whilst every endeavour is made to ensure accuracy, please check with us on any points of especial importance to you, especially if intending to travel some distance. No responsibility can be accepted for expenses incurred in inspecting properties which have been sold or withdrawn.
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.
  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

The Firs occupies a generous plot on the edges of Newtown St Boswells and Eildon Village. The house is close to the beautiful historic town of Melrose with a wealth of local amenities. Centrally located in the Scottish Borders, the property benefits from easy access to the A68 which links to Edinburgh and Newcastle to the north and south respectively. The A7 is also easily accessible, and the Borders Railway Terminus at Tweedbank is a short drive away, with a journey time to central Edinburgh of under an hour.

Melrose and nearby St Boswells offer excellent local amenities that include primary schools, independent shops including the renowned Main Street Trading, public houses, hotels, restaurants and sporting facilities – there is also a Co-Op a short distance away in Newtown St Boswells. The property also falls under the catchment for the nearby Earlston High School which is highly regarded. Private schooling is available at St. Mary's in Melrose. The Borders General Hospital is only a short drive away. The region is well known for its beauty and the lifestyle it offers and with both country and coastal pursuits on hand, the area is an attractive and enviable part of the country to reside in.

Contact us

    Fraser Wardhaugh

    Senior Sales Negotiator

    01896 800186

    fraser.wardhaugh@rettie.co.uk