Provost Kirkpatrick Court, Peebles
Offers Over £250,000

A beautifully appointed two-bedroom ground-floor flat set within a sought-after modern development, enjoying a prime central setting in the picturesque Borders town of Peebles. Built in 2007 and perfectly combining modern comfort with an enviable central setting, this bright and well-presented home offers a thoughtfully designed layout with an excellent sense of space and flow, extending to a generous 929 square feet. Benefits include resident and visitor parking, along with beautifully maintained communal gardens, all just a short stroll from Peebles’ vibrant High Street, where an excellent selection of independent shops, cafés, bars, and restaurants await, together with a thriving theatre and a wide range of everyday amenities.  Early viewing comes highly recommended.  

Accessed via a secure entry phone system and well-maintained communal hallway, the property opens into a welcoming entrance hall which provides access to all accommodation, along with two extremely practical storage cupboards.  The bright and relaxing sitting room enjoys a front-facing aspect with a pleasant leafy outlook over the landscaped communal gardens, creating an inviting and tranquil living space.  Also enjoying views to the front, the dining kitchen is fitted with an excellent range of wall and base units with complementary worktops and tiled splashback.  Fully integrated with appliances including a newly fitted double electric oven, gas hob, extractor hood, dishwasher, washing machine, and fridge freezer.  Positioned to the rear, the generously proportioned principal bedroom benefits from a peaceful outlook, fitted double wardrobes, and a private en-suite shower room comprising WC, wash hand basin, and corner shower enclosure, further enhancing the overall practicality and everyday convenience of the home.  The second bedroom is a well-proportioned and comfortable double, enjoying peaceful rear-facing views and the added benefit of fitted wardrobes, providing excellent storage.  Completing the accommodation is the well-appointed main bathroom, featuring a WC, wash hand basin, panelled bath with electric shower over, and a large built-in cupboard providing excellent additional storage.

Externally, the property is set within beautifully maintained communal garden grounds, predominantly laid to lawn, enhanced by a fabulous array of colourful mature plantings, creating an attractive and established setting.  Ample off-street resident and visitor parking is available to the side of the development, together with a discreet and secluded bin store, neatly positioned to the rear for added convenience.  While there are no private garden grounds, the property is exceptionally well placed to take full advantage of the surrounding outdoor amenities, with a wealth of nearby parks, scenic riverside walks, and leisure facilities all within easy reach.

Location:

The Royal Burgh of Peebles is a thriving market town and the third largest in the Borders, with a population of around 9,000.  It offers an ideal country lifestyle, featuring fishing, hillwalking, mountain biking, horse riding, and golf.  The Gytes Leisure Centre provides a variety of activities for all ages, while Glentress Forest, located just 4 miles away, is known for its excellent mountain biking trails.  Cultural enthusiasts can enjoy performances at the Eastgate Theatre & Arts Centre and various festivals, including the historic week-long Beltane Festival, Arts Festival, Agricultural Festival, and Rugby Sevens.  Peebles’ High Street boasts an excellent range of independent shops as well as some high street favourites, popular restaurants, a health centre, banks, and schools.  The town is conveniently located within commuting distance of Edinburgh, accessible by frequent bus services and the A703, which connects to the Edinburgh City Bypass and the airport for UK and international travel.

Services:

Mains water and drainage.  Mains electricity.  Gas fired central heating.  Timber double glazed windows.  FTTP broadband connection available. 

Development Factor:

The communal areas of the development are managed by Charles White LTD with a monthly factoring charge of £169.00 payable in 2026/2027. 

Items to be Included:

All fitted floor coverings, blinds, and fitted light fittings throughout the property and integrated kitchen appliances will be included in the sale.  
  
Council Tax and Local Authority: 

For Council Tax purposes this property has been assessed as band category E, with an annual charge of £2,923.84 payable for the year 2026/2027.  The local authority is Scottish Borders Council, Council Headquarters, Newtown St Boswells, Melrose, TD6 0SA Tel: 01835 824 000.

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 B (81) with potential B (81).

Viewing Arrangements: 

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

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.

Offers:

All offers must be submitted to the Selling Agents in Scottish legal form, either by email to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.  or in writing to JBM Estate Agents, 10 Northgate, Peebles, EH45 8RS.  The seller reserves the absolute discretion to accept or reject any offer received and is under no obligation to accept the highest or any offer.  By law, all offers received will be intimated to the seller as soon as reasonably possible until formal conclusion of missives has taken place, unless the seller has provided specific written instructions not to pass on certain offers.  Notwithstanding the receipt of an acceptable written offer, until missives are concluded, the seller and the Selling Agents reserve the right to continue marketing or re-market the property and to resume or conduct further viewings, particularly in the event of any delay by the purchaser in progressing the transaction.  The purchaser or their solicitor will be notified in writing should the seller subsequently decide to place the property back on the market.

Important Note: 

While we believe the information provided to be accurate, it is not guaranteed.  All areas, measurements, and distances are approximate.  The descriptions, photographs, and floorplans are intended for guidance only and are not necessarily comprehensive.  It should not be assumed that the property remains exactly as photographed.  Any error, omission, or misstatement shall not annul the sale, entitle any party to compensation, nor provide grounds for legal action.  JBM Estate Agents have not tested any services, equipment, or facilities.  Prospective purchasers are advised to satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise and to seek their own professional advice.  All descriptions and references to the property's condition are made in good faith.  While every effort is made to ensure accuracy, please contact us to confirm any details of particular importance to you, especially if you are planning to travel a considerable distance.

Anti-Money Laundering Regulations:

JBM Estate Agents is a regulated estate agency business and is subject to the Money Laundering Regulations 2017, the Criminal Finances Act 2017, the Proceeds of Crime Act 2002 (POCA), the Economic Crime (Transparency and Enforcement) Act 2022, and other relevant legislation.  We are required to comply with the guidelines set out by the regulator for the estate agency sector, HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC).  In accordance with these requirements, we are legally obliged to carry out identity and source-of-funds checks on all property buyers.  These checks are completed through an independent third-party verification provider and must be successfully concluded before an offer can be formally accepted or a property marked as “under offer.”  All buyers are required to complete third-party AML verification, for which a non-refundable fee of £20 plus VAT (£24 in total) per individual applies.  All information is handled securely and in accordance with current data protection legislation.  JBM Estate Agents is registered for AML supervision with HMRC under registration number XBML00000125848, and we are legally required to report any evidence or suspicion of money laundering to the relevant authorities without notification.