Clatteringshaws, Castle Douglas, DG7

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THE PROPERTY
Semi-detached bungalow presented in immaculate walk-in condition with contemporary decor throughout currently configured to provide two double bedrooms, lounge, dining-room, kitchen, utility/rear porch and shower room, situated in the heart of the Galloway First Park above the majestic Clatteringshaws Loch with unrivalled panoramic views and private gardens to the rear including a small orchard backing on to open woodland. With a choice of two public rooms - cosy lounge with wood-burning stove or dining-room, this is a stunning family home in truly turn-key condition that would make an ideal permanent or holiday property, offering a convenient base from which to explore the Galloway Forest Park (renowned Dark Sky Park), Loch Ken and nearby coast and historic buildings in delightfully unspoilt Dumfries and Galloway. The property benefits from oil-fried central heating and double glazing throughout. There are substantial garden grounds to the rear and off-road parking is available to the side of the property. Viewing essential to appreciate all this fabulous home has to offer both inside and out.

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ACCOMMODATION
The single storey accommodation is accessed via the front porch opening into the inner hallway providing access to the main bedroom to the front of the property on the left and to the lounge to the front on the right with kitchen, dining-room, second double bedroom and family shower room to the rear. The kitchen comprises a range of wall and floor based cabinets with granite effect worktops. There is an electric oven with LPG hob and extractor hood over, a ceramic sink and drainer unit, plumbing for a dish-washer and plenty of space for a range of free-standing kitchen appliances including a fridge/freezer as well as space for informal day to day family dining. The separate utility area to the rear of the property provides space for a washing machine and tumble drier. Both bedrooms are good sized doubles and both have built-in storage. The main bedroom has views to the Galloway Hills to the front of the property while the second bedroom offers views to the private enclosed rear garden and woodland beyond teeming with wildlife. The modern family shower room comprises a shower enclosure with electric shower, wash hand, toilet and heated towel rail.

Finishing off outside, the property benefits from extensive rear garden grounds with gated access off-road parking for multiple vehicles available to the side. There are timber sheds and plenty of space to add a garage and/or summer house if desired. The property boundaries are formed by a combination of hedges, post and wire, timber and panel fencing.

TRANSPORT, SCHOOLS & AMENITIES
There is both a primary and secondary school in St John’s Town of Dalry 9 miles away. There is a convenience store, Arts Centre restaurants and hotels in both New Galloway (6 miles) and Dalry and both are served by the local bus route. New Galloway also has a renowned golf course with unrivalled views of the picturesque Loch Ken and is the home of the Glenkens CatStrand Arts and Community Trust. It is a popular tourist destination on the River Ken where there is also a wide range of water sports available. There is also a GP surgery and pharmacy. The surrounding area offers a wide range of country pursuits including sailing, water skiing, kayaking, horse riding, mountain biking, fishing, bird watching and numerous coastal and woodland walks. Castle Douglas (20 miles), the region’s food town is a 30 minute drive away and offers a range of small independent shops, cafes, restaurants, hotels, pubs, cinema/theatre and swimming pool. From Castle Douglas the nearby A75 provides transport links to the east to Dumfries (40 miles) and west to Stranraer, with Ayr and Prestwick to the north. There is a tourist route through the Galloway Forest Park to Newton Stewart as well as access to the Southern Upland Way. There is a ferry terminal at Cairnryan near Stranraer with sailings to and from Northern Ireland. Dumfries is the region’s capital sitting on the River Nith and offers a combination of shopping facilities and historic buildings. The town is also the home of a substantial college and university campus located within beautiful grounds overlooking the town and has three golf courses. There are various close transport links including Dumfries train station providing links to Carlisle and Glasgow with high speed rail services to both the north and south available from Lockerbie. Major Bus links can be accessed from Dumfries to Glasgow and to the south. The M6 and M74 networks are accessible at Moffat, Gretna and Lockerbie. Dumfries town centre offers several major supermarkets, popular High Street shops, shopping centre, schooling, university campus, a range of bistros and medical facilities. A brand new state of the art regional hospital is located on the outskirts of Dumfries just off the A75.

HOME REPORT:
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