56a Castlegate, Jedburgh

Property Description
56a Castlegate is a charming and characterful three story townhouse situated within walking distance of the historic town of Jedburgh in the Scottish Borders. Castlegate offers practical and well-presented family accommodation comprising of 2 public rooms, 3 double bedrooms, a family bathroom and kitchen with a dual control Aga. There is also a large storage room on the top floor which could be converted into an en-suite subject to the relevant planning requests. The property offers views of the Abbey, an attractive rear garden, and a home office.

Area Insights
The Royal Burgh of Jedburgh is one of the oldest and most established of the Border towns. Home to many attractions such as “Mary Queen of Scots' House", the 12th century Jedburgh Abbey and the Jedburgh Jail and Museum. They are all situated in the heart of this picturesque, historic town attracting many visitors throughout the year. The town has many excellent local and national amenities and professional services which include national supermarkets like The CO-OP and Spar which offer convenience, otherwise there is a fantastic local butcher and farm shops that would love your support. Jedburgh has schooling for all ages, otherwise private schools like St Mary’s School and Longridge Towers can be found nearby. There are a number of sporting venues and clubs including a formidable Jed-Forest rugby team, a well-supported golf club, cycling clubs, leisure centre and swimming pool. Jedburgh is conveniently located and offers direct access to the A68 which links Newcastle and Edinburgh. All the other major border towns are within an easy drive and there is a regular bus service linking then all.
Out with Jedburgh the region boasts some of the most impressive countryside in Scotland and there are a wide range of country pursuits available including fishing, shooting, golf and hill walking all nearby. The Borders offer excellent riding facilities, local point to points, hunting with the Jed Forest, Buccleuch and Border Hunts and the well-attended annual Common Riding. The nearby towns of Melrose, Kelso and Galashiels offers further shopping facilities and historical interests as well as the regions Border General Hospital (BGH) which is highly regarded. Tweedbank Railway Station which is situated between Galashiels and Melrose provides a regular train service to Edinburgh, with proposals underway to extend through Hawick to Carlisle, whilst the A7 which runs through Hawick connects Carlisle to Edinburgh.

Accommodation Comprises
Ground Floor - Reception Vestibule, Hallway, Family Sitting Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Utility Room, Large Under Stair Pantry Cupboard.
Half Landing - Family Bathroom Room, W.C.
First Floor - Master Bedroom with Study/Dressing Room Off, Second Double Bedroom.
Second Floor - Third Double Bedroom, Large Storage Room.
Outside - Vennel, Rear Patio, Back Garden, Home Office, Garden Sheds.

Distances
Tweedbank Train Station 15 Miles
Galashiels 18 Miles
Melrose 14 Miles
Kelso 12 Miles
Edinburgh Airport 55 Miles
Berwick upon Tweed Train Station 34 Miles
(all distances are approximate).

Tenure
Freehold.

Listing and Conservation
56a Castlegate is not listed but is within the conservation area of Jedburgh.

Services
Mains gas, electric, water and drainage.
High speed broadband services are available.

Agents Note
Please note, there is a pedestrian right of access over the rear yard for the neighbour at 56b Castlegate.