A HOUSE near Innerleithen is on the market for nearly £1 million, despite the COVID-19 lockdown.

The converted coach house is set within grounds of about seven acres in Glenormiston.

The five-bedroom property with stables is for sale at offers over £950,000.

The open plan kitchen/dining/living area has integrated Siemens appliances and floor-to-ceiling windows.

Brazilian grey slate with underfloor heating covers the ground floor, and there is a stove in each of the three main living areas.

The master bedroom on the first floor, accessed by a spiral wrought iron staircase, also has a dressing area, including a range of fitted wardrobes, en-suite bathroom with double aspect, separate walk-in shower and free-standing bath.

The main staircase, at the opposite end of the house, is finished in oak and leads up to the galleried landing, which has a glass balustrade and oak flooring.

A separate gated entrance to the property provides access to a Canadian barn housing the stables, an all-weather floodlit riding arena, lean-to farm shed and six acres of paddocks and woodland.

The Scottish Government's advice that house moves should be delayed, if possible, has led to a huge decrease in the number of houses being put on the market.

But, though property viewings are not available, many ESPC agents have adapted and offer virtual property viewings for interested buyers.

Lindsays residential property managing director Maurice Allan said: “Whilst the residential property market has effectively been put on hold due to the current lockdown, it is clear that there are significant numbers of sellers who are patiently waiting for the end of the restrictions to place their property on the market."

More information on The Coach House can be found here.