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Jedburgh 9 miles, Hawick 12 miles, Carlisle 47 miles, Hexham 45 miles, Newcastle 50 miles, Edinburgh 56 miles (All distances approximate) SOUTHDEAN FARM, Bonchester Bridge, Hawick, Scottish

The property includes an attractive three bedroom farmhouse, a detached two bedroom bungalow, a traditional steading with derelict farmhouse and more modern cattle courts and a second modern

1 Jedburgh 9 miles, Hawick 12 miles, Carlisle 47 miles, Hexham 45 miles, Newcastle 50 miles, Edinburgh 56 miles (All distances approximate) SOUTHDEAN FARM, Bonchester Bridge, Hawick, Scottish Borders, TD9 8TP An excellent residential and stockrearing farm extending to about 671 acres (271.5 hectares) in area with development opportunities and an existing equestrian enterprise. The property includes an attractive three bedroom farmhouse, a detached two bedroom bungalow, a traditional steading with derelict farmhouse and more modern cattle courts and a second modern steading with livestock buildings and stabling. EPC ratings are Band E for farmhouse and Band D for bungalow For Sale as a Whole or in Six Lots Guide Price: Offers over 2,350,000 are sought for the Whole

2 Situation Southdean Farm is situated in the heart of the Scottish Borders and about 9 miles south and 12 miles south east of the border towns of Jedburgh and Hawick respectively with Bonchester Bridge lying about 4.5 miles to the north west. The position of the property is shown arrowed and circled on the attached Location Plan. Directions Description From Bonchester Bridge take the A6088 south and after passing through the village of Chesters the property is on the right hand side after about one mile. Southdean Farm is an excellent residential and stockrearing farm extending to about 671 acres (271.5 hectares) in area with development opportunities and also the base for a National Hunt training yard. The property is offered for sale as a Whole or in Six Lots and the extent of the farm is shown hatched in pink, blue, green and yellow on the attached Sale Plan. The property comprises a modernised and extended three bedroomed farmhouse which is attractively situated on its own with pleasant views across the surrounding land and the Jed Water. The original farmsteading then lies to the south east of the farmhouse and this comprises the former farmhouse, which is now derelict, and a range of traditionally built buildings together with some more modern cattle courts and storage buildings. A detached two bedroomed bungalow called Merry Oaks is then situated on its own to the south east of the original farmsteading. The second modern steading is situated to the north of the public road, in part of field No 5 on the Sale Plan, and includes a cubicle shed, lambing shed, stable boxes for 19 horses and big bale storage area. The land is mainly in permanent grass with some areas of hill grazing and several small areas of woodland and most of the enclosures have good access either off the public road or off hard tracks which have been laid through the farm. The Jed Water flows through part of the farm and also forms the boundary of the property to the north and south and this adds to its sporting and amenity value. The farm has carried up to 100 suckler cows, 1000 breeding ewes and 200 ewe lambs in the past with most of the progeny finished on the farm. Up to 100 acres (40.5 hectares) of land has then been cut each year for silage in the past with up to 30 acres (12.1 hectares) of land cropped with barley before reseeding in some years. It is carrying less stock now as some land has been sold off and the Vendors have diversified into National Hunt training and have up to 20 horses in training at any one time. As well as the stabling for the horses they also have a 5 furlong woodchip uphill gallop running through the farm. There is also a very useful stone quarry on the farm which has provided stone for the hard access tracks running through the farm and the hardstandings around the buildings. Amenities Hawick provides a wide range of shops and leisure facilities as well as a community hospital. A country primary school is available at Denholm about 8 miles to the north with secondary schooling at Jedburgh Grammar School or Hawick High School. A larger range of amenities including the Borders General Hospital are available in Galashiels, 26 miles north of the property.

Lotting and Guide Prices The farm is offered for sale as a Whole and in Six Lots and the description of the Lots and the guide price for each Lot are as follows:- Lot 1 Southdean Farmhouse, the

3 Communications to the area from the north and south are good via the A7 and A68. The new Borders railway provides regular services to Edinburgh and can be accessed at Tweedbank just south of Galashiels. There are then International airports at Edinburgh and Newcastle Upon Tyne. Lotting and Guide Prices The farm is offered for sale as a Whole and in Six Lots and the description of the Lots and the guide price for each Lot are as follows:- Lot 1 Southdean Farmhouse, the modern steading and adjoining land extending to acres ( hectares) Offers over 1,300,000 Lot acres (88.72 hectares) of permanent grass and hill grazing adjoining Lot 2 Offers over 425,000 Lot 3 Merry Oaks Bungalow, the original steading, to include the former farmhouse, and adjoining land extending to acres (18.33 hectares) Offers over 350,000 Lot acres (7.20 hectares) of permanent grass Offers over 70,000 Lot acres (7.13 hectares) of permanent grass Offers over 65,000 Lot acres (14.55 hectares) of permanent grass Offers over 140,000 The Whole Offers over 2,350,000 Particulars of Sale Lot 1 The Farmhouse, modern steading and adjoining land extending to acres ( hectares) as shown outlined and hatched in red on the Sale Plan Southdean Farmhouse The traditionally built three bedroom farmhouse, which has been extended on the ground floor, provides spacious accommodation and has the benefit of oil fired central heating, upvc double glazed windows to the majority of rooms and external doors. The accommodation briefly comprises:- Ground Floor

Kitchen/ Dining/ Family Room 24 6 x 6 4 (7.47m x 6.

bowl stainless steel sink and drainer, integrated fridge, double electric oven with

Utility Room Living Room 8 10 x 6 (2.71m x 1.

for a washing machine. 27 x 13 (8.23m x 3.

a built in cupboard. Shower room Sunroom 6 5 x 5 6 (1.96m x 1.

4 Kitchen/ Dining/ Family Room 24 6 x 6 4 (7.47m x 6.71m) max wood effect laminate floor to the dining room, Oil fired 2 oven AGA, 1½ bowl stainless steel sink and drainer, integrated fridge, double electric oven with ceramic hob and extractor hood above, plumbing for a dishwasher and a radiator. Utility Room Living Room 8 10 x 6 (2.71m x 1.83m) with worksurfaces, floorstanding boiler, ceiling mounted airer and plumbing for a washing machine. 27 x 13 (8.23m x 3.97m) with multi-fuel stove which provides hot water and heating, two radiators and a built in cupboard. Shower room Sunroom 6 5 x 5 6 (1.96m x 1.68m) with white WC and wash hand basin, corner shower cabinet with electric shower, fully tiled walls and laminate flooring x 15 1 (5.42m x 4.61m) with slate roof, double doors to the garden and laminate flooring. Stairs to:

First Floor Landing Bedroom 1 with linen cupboard, ceiling

bedrooms and bathroom (Please note that the chandelier on the

7m) - with radiator, built in cupboard and fitted wardrobes.

04m) - with radiator, built in cupboard and large built in

11m) with radiator, built in wardrobe and airing cupboard.

5 First Floor Landing Bedroom 1 with linen cupboard, ceiling hatch with telescopic ladder to attic, doors off to three bedrooms and bathroom (Please note that the chandelier on the staircase is excluded from the sale) x 12 1 (3.5m x 3.7m) - with radiator, built in cupboard and fitted wardrobes. Bedroom 1 Bedroom 2 Bedroom x 13 3 (3.52m x 4.04m) - with radiator, built in cupboard and large built in wardrobe. Bedroom 3 Bedroom 3 Bathroom 10 2 x 10 2 (3.1m x 3.11m) with radiator, built in wardrobe and airing cupboard. 7 3 x 6 4 (2.23m x1.93m) fully tiled with white 3 piece suite and laminate floor. Bathroom Attic Room

6 Attic Room Outside Garden Area Garaging 19 9 x 11 (6.03m x 3.37m) fully floored with a combed ceiling and used by the Vendors as a temporary bedroom with two radiators, skylight, under eaves storage and access to the cold water tanks. A gravel drive edged by mature conifers to the roadside provides access to the house from the road. To all sides of the house with lawn, mature trees, patios, decking and perimeter hedging to the roadside x 17 4 (8.47m x 5.15m timber built double garage under a slate roof with electric sockets and light and a concrete floor. The Modern Steading Shed Cubicle Shed Big Bale Storage area Stables 59 x 29 (18.12m x 8.97m) approx with lean to 59 x 20 (18.12m x 6.11m) steel framed with corrugated sheet cladding to roof and walls with concrete floor, electricity and lighting. Currently part fitted with 5 loose boxes. 79 x 80 (24.23m x 24.11m) approx part slatted concrete floor, electric and water. 120 x40 (36.58m x 12.19m) approx previously a silage clamp. 100 x 40 (30.50m x 12.20m) approx steel framed, concrete floor, electricity and water. Currently fitted out with 14 loose boxes, WC and tack room. The loose box fittings within the new steading are excluded from the sale but may be available to purchase by separate negotiation. The Land This extends to about 334 acres ( hectares) in area and is made up mainly of permanent grass, which is used for grazing and silage production, together with three areas of woodland and Southdean Law which is an area of hill grazing with a stone quarry adjoining the public road. This area is generally well fenced and dyked with a natural water supply and good access off the public road or off hard access tracks. The 5 furlong gallop is also situated on this Lot. The agricultural land on this area is all classified as Region1 under the Basic Payment Scheme with the exception of field No 19 on the Sale Plan which is classified as Region 2.

grazing with a small area of grazed woodland. The fields are all generally well fenced and dyked and the area watered from natural sources.

The land is all classified as Region 2 under the Basic Payment Scheme with the exception of field no 29 on the Sale Plan which is classified as

7 Lot acres (88.72 hectares) of land as shown outlined and hatched in blue on the Sale Plan This Lot is made up of four enclosures of permanent grass and hill grazing with a small area of grazed woodland. The fields are all generally well fenced and dyked and the area watered from natural sources. Access to this Lot is along a hard track marked D-E on the Sale Plan from the public road. The land is all classified as Region 2 under the Basic Payment Scheme with the exception of field no 29 on the Sale Plan which is classified as Region 1. The area of land around the ruins of Slacks Tower is not owned and will be fenced off prior to completion of a sale. Lot 2 looking east from Lot 1 Lot 3 Merry Oaks Bungalow, the original steading and adjoining land extending to acres (18.33 hectares) as shown outlined and hatched in blue on the Sale Plan

The Bungalow This detached two bedroom bungalow is of smooth render wall construction under a slate roof and benefits from timber framed double glazing and oil fired central

A timber door leads to a vestibule with a glazed door giving access to the inner hall with doors off to all rooms and the accommodation briefly comprises: Kitchen 13 1 x 10 11 (3.

35m) with a mix of base and wall units, vinyl flooring, plumbing for dishwasher and washing machine, electric cooker point with extractor hood above, floor standing oil fired

39 x 3.89m) max - with built in airing cupboard, fitted wardrobes and radiator. 9 3 x 12 2 (2.84m x 3.71m) with radiator. 7 6 x 5 11 (2.29m x 1.

8 The Bungalow This detached two bedroom bungalow is of smooth render wall construction under a slate roof and benefits from timber framed double glazing and oil fired central heating throughout. A timber door leads to a vestibule with a glazed door giving access to the inner hall with doors off to all rooms and the accommodation briefly comprises: Kitchen 13 1 x (3.99m x 3.35m) with a mix of base and wall units, vinyl flooring, plumbing for dishwasher and washing machine, electric cooker point with extractor hood above, floor standing oil fired central heating boiler. Living Room Bedroom 1 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Attic The Original Steading 12 x 16 7 (3.72m x 5.07m) with open basket style fire and radiator x 12 9 (3.39 x 3.89m) max - with built in airing cupboard, fitted wardrobes and radiator. 9 3 x 12 2 (2.84m x 3.71m) with radiator. 7 6 x 5 11 (2.29m x 1.8m) part tiled with white 3 piece suite, electric shower over bath, extractor fan and shaver socket. There is a large attic with 3 velux windows which could provide further accommodation subject to the necessary consents. This is situated to the south east of the main farmhouse and to the north west of Merry Oaks Bungalow. There are a number of stone buildings with slate roofs which have historically had planning consent for a residential development. The steading also incorporates a derelict farmhouse which may provide an opportunity for further development.

9 Cattle Court Cattle Court Hay shed Stables and tack room 104 x 27 (31.85m x 8.35m) approx Steel framed with corrugated sheeted cladding to walls and roof and concrete floor. 60 x 52 (18.46m x 16.02m) approx - Steel framed with corrugated sheet cladding to walls and roof and concrete floor. 60 x 60 (18.33m x 18.48m) approx open fronted of steel frame construction with corrugated sheet cladding to the walls and roof. 16 x 45 (4.96m x 13.91m) approx traditional stone building under a new slate roof providing 2 loose boxes and a tack room. Stables 24 x 15 (4.82 x 7.47) approx timber framed and timber clad block of 2 stables. There are a number of traditional stone buildings with slate roofs and a further small storage shed. The Land This is made up of about 43 acres (17.40 hectares) of permanent grass and riverside grazing adjoining Merry Oaks Bungalow and the original farmsteading with a small area of woodland adjoining the Jed Water. It is generally well fenced and watered from natural sources with good access and frontage off the public road. The grassland is all classified as Region 1 under the Basic Payment Scheme. Lot acres (7.20 hectares) of land shown outlined and hatched in blue on the Sale Plan This Lot is made up of one enclosure of permanent grass which is generally well fenced and watered from natural sources. Access to the Lot is along a hard track from the A6088 which is marked A-B-C on the Sale Plan. This land is classified as Region 1 under the Basic Payment Scheme and a new stockproof fence will be erected along the eastern boundary of field no 38 prior to completion of a sale. Lot acres (7.13 hectares) of land shown outlined and hatched in green on the Sale Plan This Lot is made up of one enclosure of permanent grass which is generally well fenced and watered from natural sources. Access to the Lot is again along the hard track which is marked A-B-C on the Sale Plan. The land is all classified as Region 1 under the Basic Payment Scheme.

10 Lot acres (14.55 hectares) of land shown outlined and hatched in yellow on the Sale Plan This Lot is made up of two enclosures of permanent grass which are both well fenced and dyked with a natural water supply. Both fields have good access and frontage on to the A6088 and the land is all classified as Region 1 under the Basic Payment Scheme. There is a useful farm building in the south western corner of field No 39 General Remarks and Information Services Southdean Farmhouse has mains electricity, septic tank drainage and a private water supply although a metered mains water supply is available as a backup. Merry Oaks bungalow has mains electricity, septic tank drainage and mains water. The original and modern farmsteading have mains electricity and a private water supply although a metered mains water supply is available as a backup. Sporting and Mineral Rights Fixtures and Fittings Insofar as they are owned by the Vendors these are included in the sale at no additional charge. All fitted carpets, floor coverings and light fittings in Southdean Farmhouse and Merry Oaks Bungalow are included in the sale unless otherwise specified in the particulars. The loosebox fittings within the sheds at the new steading are excluded from the sale but may be available to purchase by separate negotiation. Ingoing Council Tax Entry and Vacant Possession Basic Payment The big bales of silage stored at the steadings on Lots 1 and 3 must be taken over by the Purchasers of these Lots at valuation. Southdean Farmhouse is assessed under Band E and Merry Oaks Bungalow is assessed under Band C for council tax purposes Entry and vacant possession of the property will be given upon completion at a date to be mutually agreed. The Vendors have claimed on all of the land under the 2016 Basic Payment

11 Scheme and Less Favoured Area Support Scheme Vendors Solicitors Wayleaves, Servitudes and Rights of Way Scheme and Less Favoured Area Support Scheme. The payments under these Schemes for the current financial year will be retained by the Vendors. The Basic Payment Scheme entitlements held by the Vendors and claimed over the land are included in the sale and will be transferred to the purchaser(s) upon completion of the sale for their use in 2017 and thereafter. This is provided that the purchaser(s) are classified as active farmers by SGRPID and are able to hold entitlements under the Scheme. Leyshon WS, 11/5 Horsemarket Business Centre, Kelso, TD5 7HE (For the attention of David Soeder). Tel: The property is sold subject to and with the benefit of all reservations, servitudes, rights of way and other matters whether public or private and whether constituted in the title deeds or not. These include a servitude for a large diameter gas pipeline which crosses under field nos 7, 8, 9, 26 and 27 on the Sale Plan. There is also a right of way over the track marked A-B on the Sale Plan in favour of the owner of Southdean Farm and the owners of Southdean Mill have the benefit of a right of way over the track marked B-C on the Sale Plan which forms part of Lot 1. If Lots 1 and 2 are sold to different purchasers then the purchaser of Lot 2 will be granted a right of way across Lot 1 over the hard track marked D-E on the Sale Plan. The Vendors cannot show title to the plot of land forming the ruins of Souden Kirk and Yard which adjoins the original farm steading but they have occupied and maintained this area throughout their ownership. Offers Offers for the property as a Whole or for any Lots should be submitted in Scottish Legal Form to C&D Rural, Lakeside, Townfoot, Longtown, Carlisle, CA6 5LY. Those parties wishing to be informed of a closing date for offers should notify the Selling Agents of their interest as soon as possible to ensure that they are contacted. The Vendor and the Selling Agents do however reserve the right to sell privately without imposing a closing date and do not bind themselves to accept the highest or any offer Deposit A 10% deposit on the purchase price will be payable to the Vendors Solicitors on conclusion of Missives. This deposit will be non returnable in the event of the purchaser failing to complete the sale for any reason not attributable to the Vendors or their Agents. The balance of the purchase price is payable on the date of entry and interest at 4% above the Clydesdale Bank base rate will be charged on the balance of the payment from the date of entry until paid. Viewing Floor Plan Strictly by appointment with the Sole Selling Agents Tel: (01228) or office@cdrural.co.uk The floor plans are provided for identification purposes only and some measurements and room names may vary from those provided earlier in these particulars.

below and full details are available by email on request

12 EPC A summary of the Energy Performance Certificates for Southdean Farmhouse and Merry Oaks Bungalow are set out below and full details are available by on request or can be downloaded from our websites. Southdean Farmhouse

Merry Oaks Bungalow Details prepared July 2016 Ref: LMJM Important Notice C & D Rural for themselves and for the Vendors/Lessors of this property, give you notice that:- 1.

13 Merry Oaks Bungalow Details prepared July 2016 Ref: LMJM Important Notice C & D Rural for themselves and for the Vendors/Lessors of this property, give you notice that:- 1. The mention of any appliances and or services within these particulars does not imply that they are in full and efficient working order. 2. The particulars are set out as a general outline only for the guidance of intending purchasers or lessees and do not constitute, nor constitute part of, an offer or contract. 3. All descriptions, dimensions, references to condition and necessary permissions for use and occupation and other details are given having taken all reasonable steps to avoid misleading or committing an offence. Nonetheless, such statements do not constitute any warranty or representation by the Vendor and are accurate only to the best of the present information and belief of the Vendor. 4. No person in the employment of C & D Rural has any authority to make or give any representation or warranty whatsoever in relation to this property nor is any such representation or warranty given whether by C & D Rural or the Vendors/Lessors of this property.

14 Schedule of Area Information on areas taken from SFRPID digital plans or estimated from Promap. No on Sale Plan Description Hectares Acres Lot 1 1 Permanent Grass Permanent Grass Permanent Grass Woodland Farm Steading/ Permanent Grass Permanent Grass Permanent Grass Access Track/ River/ Riverside Grazing Permanent Grass New Grass Seeds Permanent Grass Woodland Permanent Grass Permanent Grass Permanent Grass Woodland Permanent Grass Permanent Grass Quarry/ Permanent Grass Kale Temporary Grass Temporary Grass Permanent Grass / Remains of Souden Kirk & Yard Southdean Farmhouse Sub-total Lot 2 25 Permanent Grass Permanent Grass/ Hill Grazing Permanent Grass/ Hill Grazing Grazed Woodland Permanent Grass Sub-total Lot 3 30 Permanent Grass Permanent Grass Permanent Grass Woodland Riverside Grazing Merry Oaks Bungalow & Farm Steading Sub-total Lot 4 36 Permanent Grass Sub-total Lot 5 37 Permanent Grass Permanent Grass Sub-total Lot 6 39 Permanent Grass Temporary Grass Sub-total Totals

Guide Price: Offers over 600,000 are sought

Guide Price: Offers over 600,000 are sought Carlisle/Junction 44 on M6 Motorway 11 miles, Gretna 5 miles, Kirkpatrick Fleming/Junction 21 on A74(M) Motorway 4 miles, Canonbie 4 miles, Lockerbie 16 miles (All distances approximate) DYKESIDE, Chapelknowe,