Smallholding Kelso

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Cakemuir is a handsome and substantial country residence dating back to mid-1800s, set within beautifully established grounds near the peaceful hamlet of Nenthorn, offering an exceptional lifestyle opportunity in the heart of the Scottish Borders. Formerly a manse the property combines elegant period proportions with versatile ancillary accommodation and impressive equestrian facilities; the property enjoys a highly private setting while remaining within easy reach of Kelso and excellent transport links to Edinburgh and beyond.

Approached via a private gated gravel driveway, the property immediately impresses with its attractive setting, mature gardens and far-reaching rural outlooks. Internally, the accommodation is both generous and adaptable, ideally suited to modern family living and entertaining.

The entrance hallway welcomes you into the home and leads through to the principal reception rooms. The sitting room provides a comfortable family area, featuring a wood burning stove set between built-in storage cupboards, while dual aspect windows flood the room with natural light and enjoy views over the gardens. The formal drawing room is particularly elegant, centred around a grand open fireplace and enhanced by large windows overlooking the grounds, creating an excellent setting for entertaining. A separate dining room offers an ideal setting for family gatherings and dinner parties.

The breakfasting kitchen forms the heart of the home, fitted with a central island and ample space for informal dining. Adjoining the kitchen are two highly practical pantry areas, including a large walk-in pantry with extensive built-in storage and a further pantry/larder providing space for a freestanding fridge freezer. A useful boot room/utility adds further practicality, while a shower room is conveniently positioned off the rear hallway. The ground floor accommodation is completed by an office with access through to a WC.

A sweeping staircase with a striking feature window rises to the first floor, where the bedroom accommodation is arranged around a bright landing. The principal bedroom benefits from fitted wardrobes, while three further double bedrooms also enjoy built-in storage. An additional bedroom currently serves well as a nursery or further guest room. A family bathroom, separate family shower room and useful linen cupboard complete the upper accommodation.

Grooms Cottage

Positioned to the rear of the main house is Grooms Cottage, a charming semi-detached cottage currently operated as a successful holiday let, offering excellent income potential or equally suitable as guest accommodation or multi-generational living. The accommodation comprises an open plan sitting/dining room and fitted kitchen, office, shower room and two bedrooms on the upper level, alongside an extensive adjoining garage/workshop space.

Garden & Grounds

Externally, the grounds at Cakemuir are around 7.5 acres all together and are a particular highlight of the property. A walled garden provides extensive lawns bordered by mature shrubbery, cairn, colourful flower beds and attractive planting, while various patio areas, one featuring a pergola and another with a hot tub, offer ideal spaces for outdoor dining and entertaining. The gardens also incorporate a wildflower meadow, garden shed and a variety of established borders creating interest and colour throughout the seasons. The property further benefits from two double garages.

Beyond the formal gardens, Cakemuir is exceptionally well equipped for equestrian or lifestyle use, with six fenced grass paddocks extending to the west of the property, a substantial barn with an equestrian solarium, stable block and arena, providing excellent facilities for those with equestrian interests or smallholding ambitions.

Cakemuir represents a rare opportunity to acquire a distinguished Borders home with flexible accommodation, established holiday let income and outstanding outdoor facilities, all within a picturesque and highly accessible rural setting.

Accommodation Comprises

Cakemuir

Ground Floor; Entrance Hallway, Sitting Room, Drawing Room, Dining Room, Breakfasting Kitchen, Walk-in Pantry, Pantry/Larder, Boot Room/Utility, Shower Room, Office and W/C.

First Floor; Landing, Principal Bedroom with Fitted Wardrobes, Four Further Double Bedrooms (three with Built-in Wardrobes), Family Bathroom, Family Shower Room and Linen Cupboard.

Grooms Cottage Open Plan Sitting/Dining Room/Fitted Kitchen, Office, Shower Room, Two Bedrooms and Extensive Garage/Workshop Space.

Garden & Grounds- Private Gated Driveway, Walled Garden, Extensive Lawns, Patio Areas, Hot Tub, Wildflower Meadow, Shrubbery, Flower Beds, Attractive Borders, Garden Shed, Two Double Garages, Five Fenced Grass Paddocks, Large Barn, Horse Arena and Stable Block.

Distances

Kelso 4 miles, Gordon 5 miles, Greenlaw 9 miles, Melrose 14 miles, Berwick Upon Tweed 30 miles, Edinburgh 40 miles, Newcastle Upon Tyne 72 miles (all mileage is approximate).

General Remarks

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Tenure

Freehold

Council Tax

Band G

Energy Efficiency Rating

Rated D (60)

Local Authority

Scottish Council

Fixtures and Fittings

All fitted carpets, curtain poles, blinds, light fittings and integrated appliances form part of the sale.

Hot tub included in sale.

Services

Oil Central Heating

Mains Water and Electric

Drainage- Private Septic Tank

Solar Panels

Fibre broadband services available

Listing & Conservation

Paton & Co have checked Historic Buildings Scotland for information and was not able to see any listed building history. However, the vendor has advised the chimneys at Cakemuir are listed only. The property does not fall within a conservation area.