GUIDE PRICE £99,000 — HOME REPORT VALUE £250,000

An exceptional opportunity to acquire a substantial stone built detached cottage in the highly sought after and picturesque village of Temple, Midlothian, offered at auction with a guide price of £99,000 against a home report valuation of £250,000, an outstanding guide price which represents a rare chance to secure a character property at a significant discount to market value. Temple is one of Midlothian's most desirable rural villages, combining outstanding natural surroundings with easy access to Edinburgh and the wider Midlothian commuter belt. The property offers well-proportioned accommodation over two floors and presents an ideal project for buyers with vision, requiring a programme of modernisation to realise its considerable potential. The flexible layout provides three bedroom living with one bedroom at ground floor level and two further bedrooms on the upper floor. Accommodation comprises: entrance vestibule, reception hall, spacious lounge/dining room with feature fireplace, family room/third bedroom, conservatory, kitchen, ground floor WC, bathroom, and two upper floor bedrooms. Council Tax Band: E Buyers are advised to review the home report and legal pack prior to bidding. This is an auction sale — terms and conditions apply. Please note that the vendor is a connected person under the terms of the Estate Agents Act 1979.

Tenure

Freehold

Area

Temple village is a charming conservation area in the heart of the Midlothian countryside. The historic village is home to The Old Temple Kirk, believed to have been built in the 14th century. Gorebridge is approximately 3 miles away and sits about 11 miles to the southeast of Edinburgh city centre, offering local schooling, a good range of convenience shopping together with a variety of leisure and recreational facilities and all the usual amenities including restaurants. The area benefits from a regular public transport service operating to the city centre and neighbouring Midlothian towns and villages. The Edinburgh City Bypass gives direct links heading west to the M8 and Glasgow and the M9, and north over the Forth Road Bridge. Heading eastward, the Bypass connects to the A1 and the heart of East Lothian and beyond. In addition, the Borders rail link is also nearby and offers services in and out of Edinburgh.

Energy Efficiency Rating (EPC)

Current Rating G

Local Authority

Midlothian Council

Additional Fees

Administration Charge - 3.6% inc VAT of the purchase price, subject to a minimum of £3600 inc VAT, payable on exchange of contracts.

Disbursements - Please see the legal pack for any disbursements listed that may become payable by the purchaser on completion.