Property, Houses and Flats for Sale in Coldstream, Berwickshire

Property for sale in Coldstream

Coldstream is situated on the north bank of a long majestic bend of the River Tweed. The town gave its name to the famous regiment of Coldstream Guards, formed by General Monck in 1659 before he marched south to support the restoration of the Stuart monarchy a year later. The regiment had originally been sent to Scotland as part of Cromwell's New Model Army, but Monck was persuaded to change allegiance. Property for sale in Coldstream and the surrounding areas is a mixture of old and new, with period styles, cottages, farm conversions, country cottages and town flats. Coldstream is perceived as a good place for families to bring up children - it offers a rural lifestyle with the added convenience of towns and villages.

Amenities for properties in Coldstream

The busy main street in Coldstream has a good selection of shops catering for everyday requirements, including a supermarket, a general store, a library, a post office, a butcher, baker and greengrocers. There are also hotels, pubs and clubs to suit all ages, while outdoor enthusiasts considering Coldstream property can take their pick from golf and fishing to horse-riding, walking and cycling. A major attraction is the Hirsel, a large estate and country park on the outskirts of Coldstream. Seat of the Earls of Home, the Hirsel is open all year and houses a variety of craft workshops and a challenging 18-hole golf course. The town has a primary school, with secondary schooling available in Duns. Further afield, Berwick-upon-Tweed and the Northumberland coast are within easy reach, and Edinburgh is a pleasant hour's drive with extensive shopping facilities and cultural attractions.

Transport for Coldstream

If you are travelling by car and searching for houses for sale in Coldstream, the town is accessible via the A1 and the A68. The A697 linking Newcastle-upon-Tyne with Edinburgh runs through the centre of town. Berwick-upon-Tweed has a mainline railway station with a fast to both London and Edinburgh (Waverley Station). Both Newcastle and Edinburgh have airports with domestic and international flights.

Surrounding areas

While searching for property to buy or property to rent in Coldstream, you may like to extend your search and explore neighbouring areas to search for property for sale in Duns, Eyemouth and Berwick-upon-Tweed.