Hawick, Scottish Borders
- Land size
- 2.95 acres
- Bedrooms
- 8
- Bathrooms
- 5
Description
Ormiston House is a charming early Georgian country house, sitting within a wonderfully secluded plot on the outskirts of the Scottish Borders town of Hawick.
Retaining a wealth of period features and charm throughout, the property offers exceptional reception space and an array of bedroom accommodation set over three principal floors. The property boasts sash and case windows, parquet flooring, a striking turned circular staircase with cast-iron railings, bay windows-with shutters and ornate cornicing.
Sitting in circa 2.95 acres the property further has the added benefit of a generous detached garage with studio space above and a detached two-bedroom cottage forming what were the original Stables of Ormiston House – the cottage has previously been let out on a long-term basis providing supplemental income, the cottage comprises a large sitting room, dining kitchen, two bedrooms, bathroom and large attic spanning the length of the property.
Externally Ormiston House is surrounded by attractive mature gardens, much of which is laid to lawn with mature trees and perennial shrubs. Within the grounds is the former tennis court and the remains of Cocklaw Castle which is a scheduled ancient monument of notable interest.
Additionally there is a generous double garage with power and fully floored attic - there is a supplementary studio attached to Stables Cottage again with floored attic which could offer further accommodation - subject to relevant planning - or could be encompassed into the current floorplan for Stables Cottage to offer a larger floorplan.
Offering incoming purchasers, a wonderful opportunity to obtain a substantial home with a variety of uses, Ormiston House is a rare and wonderful conserved country house set within a peaceful location with easy access to an array of local amenities.
Summary of Accommodation:
Ormiston House:
Ground Floor:
Entrance Vestibule, Hall, Drawing Room, Dining Room, Breakfasting Kitchen with Larder and Rear Hall, Study, Family Room, Conservatory and Shower-Room.
First Floor:
Principal Bedroom with Ensuite Bathroom, Two Double Bedrooms, Dressing Room/Bedroom, Bathroom, WC.
Second Floor:
Four Generous Bedrooms (One-Ensuite,) Family Bathroom, Rear Staircase Hall.
Stables Cottage:
Porch, Kitchen, Lounge, Two Double Bedrooms, Bathroom.
Outside Space:
Detached double garage with floored attic, additional studio attached to Stable Cottage with floored attic.
EPC: F
Ormiston House Council Tax Band: G
Stables Cottage Council Tax Band: C
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EPC Rating: F
Council Tax Band: G
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Property details
- Tenure
- Freehold
- Council Tax Band
- G
- Date Posted
- 2026-04-08
Market Value Analysis
Compared with 430 Homes with Land listings in Scotland (1+ acres).
Energy Performance Certificate
Energy Efficiency Rating
Based on UK Energy Performance Certificate standards (EU Directive 2002/91/EC)
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Utilities & Restrictions
Utilities
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Rights & Restrictions
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Property Features
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- Parking
- Parking Available
- Garden
- Garden
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Connectivity
Broadband
Fastest speed available at this postcode
1.8 Gbps
Gigabit full fibre
Suitable for
- 4K streaming on every screen
- Full-time home working
- Online gaming & big downloads
Mobile signal
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Nearest Schools
Primary
- Trinity Primary School1.2 miles
- Pupils
- 225
- Type
- Non-denominational
- Burnfoot Community School1.4 miles
- Pupils
- 204
- Type
- Non-denominational
- Drumlanrig St Cuthbert's Primary School1.5 miles
- Pupils
- 323
- Type
- Non-denominational
- Wilton Primary School1.6 miles
- Pupils
- 209
- Type
- Non-denominational
- Stirches Primary School1.8 miles
- Pupils
- 106
- Type
- Non-denominational
Secondary
- Hawick High School1.6 miles
- Pupils
- 756
- Type
- Non-denominational
- Jedburgh Grammar School9.2 miles
- Pupils
- 381
- Type
- Non-denominational
- Selkirk High School9.5 miles
- Pupils
- 423
- Type
- Non-denominational
- Galashiels Academy14 miles
- Pupils
- 874
- Type
- Non-denominational
- Earlston High School16 miles
- Pupils
- 1,090
- Type
- Non-denominational
Distances are straight-line from the advertised location. Source: the national school registers (DfE, Welsh Government, Scottish Government) and Ofsted.
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Amenities
Supermarket
GP surgery
Pharmacy
Straight-line distances from the advertised location. Sources: NHS records, Geolytix supermarket locations, OS Open Greenspace and the national trails registers.
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Getting Around
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Flood Risk
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