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3 St Helen’s Terrace, Spittal,
Berwick-upon-Tweed, TD15 1RJ
Rarely available on the open market, this fine sea-front Victorian villa on St. Helen's Terrace is offered for sale with simply breath-taking sea views. This handsome sandstone property has been partially refurbished by the current owner but requires further work. Externally there is a garden to the front, a small courtyard to the rear, a large back garden and a detached garage with off-street parking.
3 BEDROOMS
2 PUBLIC ROOMS
1 BATH/SHOWER
1,367 SQFT
127 SQM
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Property Details & Description
Accommodation
GROUND FLOOR
Vestibule, Hallway, Sitting Room, Dining Room, Kitchen.
FIRST FLOOR
Landing, Two Double Bedrooms, Single Bedroom, Family Bathroom.
OUTSIDE
Front Garden, Rear Garden, Single Garage, Private Parking.
DISTANCES
Berwick Railway Station 1.3 miles, Edinburgh 58 miles, Newcastle-upon-Tyne 62 miles (all distances are approximate).
Situation
Spittal is located at the mouth of the River Tweed and runs along the coast with a beautiful sandy beach. Spittal became famous for its natural spa water in the early nineteenth century and became a resort destination for Victorians seeking fresh sea air and the beneficial effects of the mineral rich water. St. Helen’s Terrace itself was constructed right on the seafront in the 1890’s by a prominent Northumbrian family and has remained a most sought-after address to this day, for those seeking a frontline uninterrupted view of the sea, walks on the long promenade and fresh sea air. Spittal offers a village shop, pubs and schooling and nearby Tweedmouth and Berwick-upon-Tweed offer further amenities including five national supermarkets, restaurants and bistros, cafés, hotels and pubs and a wide selection of boutiques and shops. The town also has a thriving cultural scene with art galleries, a theatre and cinema, museums, a film and media arts festival and food festival. For those looking for an active lifestyle there is a popular leisure centre with a swimming pool, gyms, a football and rugby club, speedway, many golf courses locally and plenty of water-based sports and activities both on the Tweed and on the coast. Berwick also has wonderful coastal and countryside walks on the doorstep with hiking, rambling and mountain biking being very popular. For schooling there are nursery, primary, middle and high schools that serve the town and private schooling is available at Longridge Towers which is nearby. For those looking to commute, travel and shop, the mainline railway station in the town offers regular services to Edinburgh, Newcastle and London; both Edinburgh and Newcastle are under an hour travel time and London is approximately three hours and twenty minutes. There is also the A1 trunk road which bypasses the town and provides easy access both north and south respectively. Lindisfarne National Nature Reserve, Bamburgh Castle and the ancient Border towns of Coldstream, Kelso and Melrose are also within easy reach. Despite Berwick’s proximity to both Edinburgh and Newcastle, the area has a low population and can therefore offer a quality of life that is becoming increasingly rare.
General Description
St Helen’s Terrace was built by the Boston family in the 1890’s and the terrace consists of fifteen handsome sandstone-built houses with generous gardens to the front and rear, all with stunning views of the open sea, the famous lighthouse, the River Tweed estuary and the historic Elizabethan walls of Berwick-upon-Tweed. The property retains much of its original character and charm and has been partially refurbished by the current owner, although further work is required. The accommodation offered is over two principal floors, with a large formal reception to the front, a modern kitchen to the rear and three bedrooms on the first-floor. There is also the potential to create further accommodation in the attic, as some of the neighbours have done.
The front door opens into a vestibule and an inner door opens into a welcoming hallway, with an ornate staircase rising to the upper floor. To the front of the house is a generous reception room, with a large bay window affording ample natural light and providing a spectacular view. The kitchen can be found to the rear of the property and has been recently fitted. There is a utility space and access to the rear yard.
On the first floor there are two generous double bedrooms, one to the front of the house which benefits from spectacular coastal views and one to the rear with views over the garden. There is a further single bedroom to the front and a separate family bathroom.
Outside
To the front of the house there is a private garden with direct access to the promenade and to the rear is a small courtyard. Across the lane is a large private garden and a separate piece of land with road access. There is also a large garage and off-street parking.
Floorplan
General Remarks & Information
Satellite Navigation
For those with the use of Satellite Navigation the postcode for this property is TD15 1RJ
What3words
loyal.august.task
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Tenure
Freehold
Fixtures and Fittings
All fitted carpets, blinds and light fittings are included with the sale.
Listing and Conservation
Please be aware, 3 St Helens Terrace is not Listed but is in a conservation area.
Services
Mains water, drainage, electricity and gas. The house also has solar panels.
Council Tax
Band D
Local Authority
Northumberland County Council
Telephone: 01289 330044.
Websites and Social Media
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Servitude Rights, Burdens & Wayleaves
The property is sold subject to and with the benefit of all servitude rights, burdens, reservations and wayleaves including rights of access and rights of way, whether public or private, light, support, drainage, water and wayleaves for masts, pylons, stays, cable, drains and water, gas and other pipes whether contained in the title deeds or informally constituted and whether or not referred to above.
Particulars and Plans
These particulars and plan are believed to be correct, but they are in no way guaranteed. Any error, omission or misstatement shall not annul the sale or entitle any party to compensation nor in any circumstances give grounds for action at law.
Misrepresentations
1. The property is sold with all faults and defects, whether of condition or otherwise and neither the seller nor Rettie & Co, the selling agent, are responsible for such faults and defects, nor for any statement contained in the particulars of the property prepared by the said agent.
2. The Purchaser(s) shall be deemed to acknowledge that he has not entered into contact in reliance on the said statements, that he has satisfied himself as to the content of each of the said statements by inspection or otherwise and that no warranty or representation has been made by the seller or the said agents in relation to or in connection with the property.
3. Any error, omission or misstatement in any of the said statements shall not entitle the purchaser(s) to rescind or to be discharged from this contract, nor entitle either party to compensation or damages nor in any circumstances to give either party any cause for action.
Important Notice
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1. They are not authorised to make or give any representations or warranties in relation to the property either in writing or by word of mouth. Any information given is entirely without responsibility on the part of the agents or the sellers. These particulars do not form part of any offer or contract and must not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact.
2. Any areas, measurements or distances are approximate. The text, photographs and plans are for guidance only and are not necessarily comprehensive and it should not be assumed that the property remains as photographed. Any error, omission or mis-statement shall not annul the sale, or entitle any party to compensation or recourse to action at law. It should not be assumed that the property has all necessary planning, building regulation or other consents, including for its current use. Rettie South LLP have not tested any services, equipment or facilities. Purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise and ought to seek their own professional advice.
3. All descriptions or references to condition are given in good faith only. Whilst every endeavour is made to ensure accuracy, please check with us on any points of especial importance to you, especially if intending to travel some distance. No responsibility can be accepted for expenses incurred in inspecting properties which have been sold or withdrawn.
Location
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