Inside B-listed country house built for Scottish kaleidoscope inventor on sale for £1.65m
Known as Allerly House, the property was constructed in 1842 for scientist and photography pioneer Sir David Brewster.
The house itself includes three reception rooms, six bedrooms, and three bathrooms, as well as a kitchen/breakfast room with French doors which open onto a terrace.
In addition to the house, accommodation includes a 3 bedroom lodge which is at the entrance to the drive. Ideal for a guest cottage, or potentially a holiday let, the lodge includes a large kitchen/dining room, sitting room, bathroom and three bedrooms, as well as its own garden area.
Allerly House is set within 8 acres of land offering a private retreat for those who live there, with amenities including a swimming pool, grass tennis court and summer house. There are also several outbuildings such as workshops and stores, with a converted studio/office in a former barn which would be ideal for working from home.
There are also traditional stone stables - included in the property's B-listed status - as well as a greenhouse, paddocks and more.
Located just a short walk from Melrose in the desirable village of Gattonside, Allerly House is on the market with GSC Grays for offers over £1,650,000.
1 . Allerly House's reception hall
The reception hall features a grand cantilevered staircase and a wood burning stove. | GSC Grays Photo Sales
2 . The sitting room
The sitting room lies just off the reception hallway and features a wood-burning stove and wall panelling. | GSC Grays Photo Sales
3 . The formal dining room
With views over the Eildon Hills, the dining room is opposite the sitting room. | GSC Grays Photo Sales
4 . The kitchen/breakfast room
Positioned to the rear of the house is the kitchen, which opens directly onto a terrace. | GSC Grays Photo Sales
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