Land for sale in Stable Cottage, Scottish Borders

Stable Cottage is a development opportunity which once sat within the grounds of Bonjedward House.

This derelict cottage, once a groom’s cottage is a rare opportunity to build a wonderful family home, centred on about an acre of mature garden and woodland grounds.

The former stable cottage has had plans drawn up to converted into a wonderful 3 bedroom (all en-suite) detached house with an open plan living / dining / kitchen on the ground floor.

Access to Stable Cottage is off the A68, down a long tree lined driveway.

DescriptionStable Cottage is a development opportunity which once sat within the grounds of Bonjedward House.

This derelict cottage, once a groom’s cottage is a rare opportunity to build a wonderful family home, centred on about an acre of mature garden and woodland grounds.

The former stable cottage has had plans drawn up to converted into a wonderful 3 bedroom (all en-suite) detached house with an open plan living / dining / kitchen on the ground floor.

Access to Stable Cottage is off the A68, down a long tree lined driveway.

Area InsightsStable Cottage occupies a highly private position, set back from the A68 a short distance from the Royal Burgh of Jedburgh, 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.

DistancesJedburgh 2 miles, Peebles 34 miles, Tweedbank Railway 12 miles, Melrose 11 miles, Edinburgh City Centre 45 miles, Edinburgh Airport 53 miles, Newcastle 58 miles.

(All distances are approximate).

ServicesAll mains’ services are connected.

Agents NotePlease do not attempt to access the derelict building on the plot.

The building is in poor state of repair and could be dangerous if entered.

Viewings strictly by appointment.