Biggiesknowe, Peebles
Offers Over £150,000

An attractive two-bedroom main door flat positioned on the ground floor of a traditional stone built residence situated on a historic street in the picturesque Borders town of Peebles. Dating back to the late 1800’s on one of the oldest streets in the town, this well-proportioned property exudes charm and character with accommodation totalling 771 square feet and benefits from an extremely versatile basement room. Nestled on the tranquil one-way street of Biggiesknowe, this flat offers a peaceful retreat just moments from the lively High Street. Ideal for first-time buyers, holiday seekers, or property investors, early viewing is recommended.

Enjoying modern upgrades and a pristine, crisp white decor, this property offers a comforting internal space which comprises; an inviting entrance hallway which provides access to all accommodation, and a turning staircase leading down to the basement area.  The open-plan kitchen and living room has been tastefully upgraded, featuring a modern kitchen equipped with stylish wall and base units, along with integrated appliances including an electric hob and an eye level electric oven.  Space and services are provided for a free standing fridge freezer and a washing machine. The living area provides ample space for both lounge and dining furniture, with a front-facing window offering a pleasant view out over the historic street.   The comfortable principal bedroom is generously sized and features a large fitted wardrobe, whilst a front-facing window welcomes plenty of natural light into the room.  The second bedroom, situated at the rear, features a built-in cupboard, offering superb storage convenience.  Concluding the accommodation is a bright and airy split-level bathroom featuring a WC, wash hand basin and a shower over a panelled bath.  Downstairs is an exceptionally versatile basement space, a highly practical addition to this charming historic home, providing a multi-functional area with numerous possibilities.

Externally;  while the property doesn't include gardens, there's an abundance of parks, riverside walks, and leisure facilities just steps away. Parking options include on surrounding streets or in the nearby Greenside public car park, which incurs charges from Monday to Saturday.

Location:

The Royal Burgh of Peebles is a thriving market town and the third largest town in the Borders with a population of around 9,000.  The town offers an excellent array of amenities including banks, post office, a range of shops, supermarkets and restaurants, as well as schools at primary and secondary levels.  There is also a swimming pool, leisure centre, theatre and an arts centre.  The local area is particularly well served for recreational activities with excellent golf courses, fishing, walking and mountain biking all within easy reach.  In the summer, Peebles really comes alive with residents treated to some spectacular events right on their doorstep, including the Beltane Week, Tweed Love Cycling Festival, Agricultural Show, Arts Festival, Jazz Festival and Highland Games.  There is good access from Peebles to the other Border’s towns via the road network, with the A703 giving access to Edinburgh City Bypass, and the capital beyond.  A regular bus service runs to and from Edinburgh and to neighbouring towns including Galashiels. 

Services:

Mains water and drainage.  Mains electricity.  Gas fired central heating.  UPVC double glazed windows.  Telephone and broadband connection.

Items to be included:

All fitted floor coverings, light fittings, blinds throughout, and integrated kitchen appliances will be included in the sale of the property.  

Council Tax and Local Authority: 

For Council Tax purposes this property has been assessed as band category B.   Amount payable for year 2023/2024 - £1,445.42.  The local authority is Scottish Borders Council, Council Headquarters, Newtown St Boswells, Melrose, TD6 0SA Tel: 01835 824 000.

Viewing: 

Viewings of this property are strictly by appointment.  For more information or to arrange an appointment, please contact JBM Estate Agents on 01721 540170.

Home Report:

A Home Report incorporating a Single Survey, Energy Performance Certificate and Property Questionnaire is available for parties genuinely interested in this property.   Please contact us to request a copy.

EPC Rating: 

The Energy Efficiency Rating for this property is D (65) with potential C (79).

Closing Date:

A closing date may be fixed, however, there is no requirement for the seller to fix a closing date when more than one interest is noted.  JBM Estate Agents is entitled to accept their client’s instructions to accept an incoming offer without having a closing date and without giving other parties who may have noted interest an opportunity to offer.  Prospective purchasers who have notified their interest through their lawyers to JBM Estate Agents, in writing, will be advised of a closing date if set, unless the property has been sold previously.   

Important Note: 

Formal offers should be submitted to the Selling Agents in Scottish legal form: JBM Estate Agents, 10 Northgate, Peebles, EH45 8RS.  Telephone: 01721 540170, Fax 01721 520104.  The seller reserves the right to sell at any time and interested parties will be expected to provide the Selling Agents with advice on the source of funds with suitable confirmation of their ability to finance the purchase.  Viewers should be advised that even after an acceptable written offer has been received, in the event of any unreasonable delay by the purchaser in concluding missives, the Selling Agents reserve the right to resume viewings.  

Anti-Money Laundering Regulations:

As with all Estate Agents, JBM Estate Agents is subject to the Money Laundering Regulations 2017.  The regulations require us, the Selling Agents, to perform various checks on the property buyer and in order to comply with the necessary regulations, any offer presented to us must be accompanied with certified photographic evidence of the buyer’s identity and separate certified evidence of the buyer’s residential address before any acceptance of the offer can be confirmed.  Alternatively, if certified documentation is not available, the buyer must attend at our office with their original documents.  Please note, until satisfactory documents have been provided and our checks have been fully completed, we are unable to mark the property as “under offer.”  You should also be aware that we are required by law to report to government authorities any evidence or suspicion regarding money laundering and that we are explicitly prohibited from notifying you of the fact that any such report has been made.