- Grand apartment in A listed country home +
- First Floor +
- 3-4 Bedrooms +
- Immaculate garden and grounds +
- Panoramic views +
- Situated in an elevated position +
Flat A Broughton Place is a spacious and elegant three bedroom apartment within an imposing country house, by Broughton, Peeblesshire, in the Scottish Borders. Designed by Sir Basil Spence in the style of a traditional Scottish Baronial tower house, Broughton Place was completed in 1938.
The property commands an elevated position with panoramic views down the Biggar Valley, towards Tweedsmuir and Broad Law. This historically significant and unique property provides a rare and inspiring opportunity for the discerning buyer, whether as a family home, as a commuter option for Edinburgh, as a second home or as a tranquil, yet easily accessible UK base for an overseas buyer.
Accommodation Comprises:
Entrance Hall, Sitting Room, Drawing Room, Dining Kitchen, Principal bedroom with ensuite, Bedroom 2 with ensuite, Bedroom 3, Family Bathroom.
Expansive and beautifully landscaped garden grounds are mostly communal, while also including dedicated private garden areas for each of the five properties at Broughton Place. There is ample off-road parking.
Distances
Broughton 0.5 miles, Biggar 6 miles, Peebles 13 miles, Edinburgh 28 miles (all distances are approximate).
Situation
Broughton Place is excellently situated close to the start of the famous John Buchan Way, a glorious walk which leads to Stobo and onwards to Peebles. Broughton Place sits within a much treasured and protected National Scenic Area. The property offers all the convenience and amenities of a modern home together with stunning panoramic views that stretch across the rolling hills of the Scottish Borders.
The village of Broughton is a thriving community with plenty to offer people of all ages, with a well-stocked community owned store, a local garage, tennis courts, a bowling green and a Bistro. There is also a well-regarded local Primary School and Nursery situated within the village, at an easy walking distance from the property. Broughton is also home to Broughton Ales, Scotland’s original independent brewery.
All other amenities are close at hand: Biggar is only six miles to the west, and Peebles is thirteen miles to the east. These nearby towns have an excellent range of independent shops, supermarkets and leisure facilities. There are outdoor pursuits right on the doorstep, whether walking, cycling, mountain-biking, wild swimming, horse riding, fishing and more. This flat provides an excellent opportunity to enjoy country life within easy distance of both Edinburgh and Glasgow. Road links to Edinburgh and Glasgow are readily accessible, as is the A701 south to Moffat and the M74. Edinburgh Airport is less than an hour’s drive away.
EPC Rating - Band F
Council Tax - Band G
Tenure - Freehold
EPC Rating: F
Council Tax Band: G