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DREAM HOMES

riorsford House is an elegant Victorian provides a sociable space, plus there’s ample
villa, located in a tranquil spot beside the room for a dining table and lounge setup. A
PRiver Tweed, in picturesque Peebles. This practical utility room is accessible from the
C-listed, detached property was extended and kitchen, offering an ideal spot for laundry and
extensively renovated by the current owners appliances, as well as acting as a boot room –
in 2018, meaning it beautifully combines well- although it’s almost too pretty to contemplate
preserved original features, with modern sharing with muddy paws...
amenities and a tasteful, contemporary finish.
Priorsford House offers four double bedrooms,
Set in generous gardens, the property’s kerb with three located on the first floor, and the
appeal is undeniable, with a sweeping multi-car fourth on a split level. The principal bedroom,
driveway and an imposing entranceway, framed decorated in sage green with William Morris
by mature trees. A practical porch, complete wallpaper and panelling, is a relaxing space,
with beautiful floor tiles and handy storage, is completed by a dressing area. Bedrooms
the ideal entrance, leading through to a grand two and three boast characterful features,
reception hall. while the fourth bedroom is sure to appeal to
younger residents, with a wall-set raised bed,
The property’s quirky architecture means that maximising floor space and creating a fun, cosy
both the living room and family room enjoy place to sleep. Also sure to appeal to children,
impressive bay windows, allowing the rooms to a playroom - although this could be used as a
be filled with natural light, while working shutters home office, gym or dressing room as desired.
add character to both spaces. The family room
is spacious yet cosy, with dual aspect windows, Two beautiful bathrooms complete the
an ornate fireplace and exquisite cornicing. property’s interior: the first, an elegant family
The south-facing living room boasts a striking bathroom with shower over bath, with stylish
marble fireplace with log burner, and a stunning fixtures and fittings, while the second is a chic
coffered ceiling. This space connects to the shower room clad in forest green panelling and
dining kitchen, creating an effortless flow that’s decorative tiling.
ideal for modern living.
For families who always need additional storage,
Sympathetically styled to blend with the this generous property doesn’t end there – the
traditional feel of the house, the stunning dining basement level boasts two large stores, while
kitchen is part of the modern extension and outside there is a single garage and shed.
has been designed to be the hub of the home.
Floor-to-ceiling glazing allows natural light to fill Beautifully presented and finished to a high
the room and offers tranquil garden views, as specification throughout, this refined property
well as direct access to a terrace and the lawn. poses a wonderful opportunity to live out
Classic shaker-style cabinetry, in on-trend dark family life against a stunning backdrop. From
tones with complementary brass hardware, is snowy Christmas mornings with the log burners
set against quartz worktops, while a range-style ablaze, to lazy summer afternoons enjoying
Priorsford House, Tweed Avenue, Peebles, EH45 8AS 4 bed | 2 bath | 2 reception room cooker allows for many a hearty family meal the terrace, lawn and summerhouse, you could
Offers over £775,000 to be prepared and enjoyed. A central island enjoy it all here.
Selling solicitor: Blackwood & Smith LLP, call 01721 729 804

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