Holmlea, Bowden, Melrose, Scottish Borders, TD6 0ST
Guide Price £475,000

Holmlea is an immaculately presented and well-proportioned two/three-bedroom detached house situated in the much sought-after conservation village of Bowden which is only a short drive from the Borders Town of Melrose, or the village of St. Boswells, and around five and a half miles from the Borders Railway, which runs from Tweedbank to Edinburgh.
Architecturally designed, with fabulous rural views, the property occupies a large plot with charming garden ground surrounding it with plentiful private parking to the front.
Internally, the property lies across three levels and comprises two/three bedrooms, an ensuite bathroom, a further bathroom, a sitting room, a dining hall, a breakfasting kitchen, a utility room and a cloakroom/wc which could be reinstated as a shower room. Offering deceptively spacious accommodation which benefits from good storage throughout, including attic space there are feature windows throughout creating a bright and welcoming home, along with gas central heating and double glazing.
Externally, there is a large gravel sweep to the front of the integral garage, leading to an attractive garden bounded by beech hedging and drystone walls. With lawn to two sides, the borders are well stocked with specimen roses adoring the beds. A large patio area, accessed from the house provides an excellent space for informal entertaining.
Edinburgh is easily accessible via the A68, with most Border towns readily available from this central location, along with the aforementioned Borders Railway.
Edinburgh 40 miles. Galashiels 8 miles. Tweedbank 5.5 miles. Melrose 4.0 miles. Newtown St. Boswells 1.5 miles (All distances are approximate)

Council Tax Band: G

EPC: E54

Location:
Holmlea is situated in the much sought-after conservation village of Bowden. Bowden is just one and a half miles from Newtown St. Boswells which is home of the region’s largest employer, the Scottish Borders Council.
There are also an excellent range of local amenities in Newtown St. Boswells including a health centre, a hotel, and a small supermarket. The nearby Milestone Garden Centre sits on the outskirts of Newtown St. Boswells and is a very popular attraction.
The popular Borders town of Melrose, over the Eildon Hills, is only four miles away. Regarded by many as the most picturesque of the Borders towns, Melrose is situated between the Eildon Hills and River Tweed. The town provides an extensive range of amenities ranging from a variety of specialist shops, small supermarkets, restaurants and a selection of hotels. The thriving old mill town of Galashiels, a further four miles to the West offers a fuller range of shopping facilities, which include Tesco, ASDA, Next and Marks & Spencer. Alternatively, the village of St. Boswells lies three miles to the east, also providing a generous selection of shops, and eateries.
Local tourist attractions include Melrose Abbey, Harmony House, Priorwood Gardens, the Greenyards, (home of Melrose RFC and Rugby Sevens), and Abbotsford House, the former home of Sir Walter Scott. There are also a variety of outdoor pursuits in the area that include fishing on the River Tweed, shooting, horse riding, golf, mountain biking, and a selection of walks including both St. Cuthbert’s and the Southern Upland Way.
Local schools include Newtown St. Boswells Primary, the highly regarded St Mary’s preparatory school in Melrose, and Earlston High School.
The Borders General Hospital also lies on the outskirts of Melrose. Holmlea sits in an easily accessible area and can be reached by the A68 or A7 via Galashiels that provide the links to Edinburgh or the north of England. The Borders Railway, in Tweedbank with trains running to Edinburgh is approximately five and a half miles away is of particular note.

Directions:
For those with satellite navigation the postcode for the property is: TD6 0ST
From the North take the A68 South and turn right into Newtown St Boswells and onto the B6398 through the town. Turn right, remaining on the B6398 (Bowden Road) signposted Bowden and proceed along this road until you reach the village. Proceed through all the way through the village and on reaching The Green turn left and then right at the top, proceed forward and Holmlea sits immediately in front of you.
From the South take the A68 North and turn left into Newtown St Boswells and onto the B6398. Turn left, remaining on the B6398 (Bowden Road) signposted Bowden and follow the above directions.
Alternatively coming from Melrose, take the B6359 out of Melrose and continue for approximately three miles. Turn left onto the B6398, signposted Bowden, and proceed into the village, and take the second right at The Green and follow the above directions.