Summary - Ruthven Cottage TD12 4JU
4 bed 5 bath Detached
Spacious rural home with spectacular south‑facing country views and strong eco credentials.
• Uninterrupted south‑facing views of the Cheviots
• Four double bedrooms, each with private en‑suite
• Solar panels, battery storage and air‑source heat pump
• Integral double garage with EV charger; ample driveway parking
• Large garden, summerhouse and raised beds with panoramic aspect
• LPG boiler and septic tank — ongoing fuel and maintenance costs
• Sandstone walls assumed uninsulated; glazing predates 2002
• Council Tax Band G — described as quite expensive
The Dovecote is a roomy, well‑appointed country house arranged over multiple levels, designed for family life and entertaining. Large south‑facing windows and a turret‑style bay frame uninterrupted views of the Cheviots, bringing light and a strong sense of place to the principal living spaces. An open‑plan kitchen/living area with central island, separate reception room and ground‑floor bedroom with en‑suite give flexible living options for multigenerational households or regular guests.
Practical, modern running costs are reduced by the property's eco kit: solar panels, battery storage and an air‑source heat pump, plus an integral double garage with EV charger. Four double bedrooms all have en‑suites and the principal suite includes a walk‑in wardrobe and steam shower — convenience and privacy for a larger family or frequent visitors. Fast broadband and a short drive to Coldstream make commuting and home working straightforward.
Important factual drawbacks are set out plainly. The house is heated from an LPG boiler and uses a septic tank for drainage; LPG supply and septic maintenance can carry ongoing costs and logistics in this remoter, agricultural area. The solid sandstone walls are assumed to have no insulation and the double glazing predates 2002 — further insulation or window upgrades could be needed to maximise thermal performance despite the existing eco systems. Council Tax is Band G and described as quite expensive.
Set on a generous plot with lawns, raised beds and a powered summerhouse, The Dovecote will suit buyers seeking privacy, dramatic countryside views and eco features, who are also comfortable with rural servicing arrangements and the potential to invest in additional insulation or window replacement to improve long‑term efficiency.
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