Knowehead, Burnhead, Thornhill DG3

*CLOSING DATE SET FOR TUESDAY 18TH FEBRUARY AT 12NOON*. Knowehead is a particularly attractive detached pink sandstone cottage and is rare to the market.  This former estate factor's house sits in a private and elevated setting on the outskirts of Burnhead and Thornhill, with mature garden grounds, amenity woodland, ample parking and breath-taking views over the surrounding countryside.

The property is in very good order throughout and offers three double bedrooms, with scope to extend further if so desired.  It is worth noting that the house was re-roofed in 2016, and new double-glazed doors and windows were also installed at the same time.  The multi-fuel stove was installed in 2016 and the oil-fired boiler was installed in 2020.

The property is approached via a gated entrance and a private driveway that culminates in a generous gravelled turning and parking area to the rear of the house.

A side door opens into the rear porch, with tiled floor and glazed inner door. The porch leads into the useful utility room, which comprises a range of wall and floor mounted storage units, a sink, and plumbing for a washing machine.  Directly off the utility room is a boiler room with storage cupboard, oil fired boiler and a clothes pulley; this warm space is ideal for drying clothes.

The kitchen/dining room is fitted with a range of modern units, complementary worksurfaces and a tiled floor.  There is a sink and space to install a dishwasher, oven and fridge freezer.  A large window to the front elevation offers lovely views over the garden and countryside beyond, and there is ample room for a dining table and chairs.

Located centrally on the ground floor is the vestibule and reception hall.  The present owners tend to use the side entrance to access the property but access can also be gained via the main entrance at the front of the house.  The hall has charming part-glazed double doors separating it from the vestibule, and carpeted stairs rising to the first floor.

The sitting room is a bright and welcoming room, enjoying a dual aspect and open views.  There is a charming multi-fuel stove and working shutters to the windows. 

The family bathroom, comprising a free standing bath, w.c., wash hand basin with an electric mirror above and a separate shower cubicle, completes the ground floor accommodation.

As you climb the stairs, there is a very useful, deep storage cupboard with a radiator within at half landing level, with a skylight above, and a further fitted storage cupboard on the landing itself.  Access to the loft space can be gained from the landing, and the loft is partially boarded and insulated.

There are three lovely double bedrooms on the first floor, all of which have slightly sloping ceilings and attractive open views.  A w.c with wash hand basin, completes the accommodation.

Outside

The property is accessed via a gated entrance from the road with a private driveway that culminates in a gravelled parking area to the rear of the house.

Knowehead is set in approximately 0.77 acres (including the driveway) of well-tended, mature and established garden grounds with a number of spring bulbs, boasting fantastic open views over Burnhead, towards Thornhill, and across the rolling countryside.  The grounds enjoy the sunshine all day and include generous lawned areas, a gravelled terrace with southerly aspect, mature shrubs and a small area of mature woodland which runs behind and alongside the bothy.

Bothy

This former double bothy would lend itself to a variety of uses.  While in need of full renovation, it would make the ideal annexe, home office, studio or perhaps permanent accommodation for a dependant relative, subject to planning consents.

Outhouses

There are two adjoining stone outhouses offering storage.  Steps from the outhouse lead up to an area of hardstanding above, which could make the ideal spot for a hot tub, given the outstanding views it enjoys. 

Location

Knowehead enjoys a private and rural position in the heart of the Dumfriesshire countryside, on Drumlanrig Estate, yet is still within easy access of the thriving village of Thornhill.  Various amenities can be found in Thornhill including a wide variety of retail units to include clothes shops, a pharmacy, hairdressers, gift shops, cafes, food stores and pubs/hotels.  There is also a garage, petrol station and a small hospital. Wallace Hall Academy in Thornhill incorporates secondary, primary and nursery education with state-of-the-art facilities, and the school is rated one of the best state schools in Southern Scotland.

Dumfries (approximately 15 miles south) offers a full range of facilities and amenities including a university campus and an excellent hospital.

The area is well known for salmon and trout fishing in the River Nith and its tributaries, also for its hill walking opportunities. There is also fantastic horse riding, hiking and mountain biking available on the doorstep. It is worth noting that there is a dedicated tarmacked cycle path opposite the bottom of the driveway which was funded by the KPT Development Trust, taking you to Thornhill (1 ½ miles) and also through Drumlanrig Estate itself.  The spectacular Drumlanrig Castle, owned by the Duke of Buccleuch is on the doorstep, with extensive grounds, gardens and frequent guided tours of its historic buildings as well as annual events such as the Galloway Country Show.

There are other close transport links with Junction 15 of the M74 a short drive away and Edinburgh and Glasgow are easily reached. The M6 and M74 networks are also accessible at Moffat, Gretna and Lockerbie. Sanquhar Train Station is about 12 miles away and provides a direct rail link to Glasgow City Centre.

Directions

From Thornhill take Gill Road (A702) heading towards Penpont. Go over Nith Bridge and at Burnhead, take a sharp right. Continue past the row of houses, and Knowehead can be found a little further along on the left hand side.

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Services:

Mains electricity, mains water supply, oil fired central heating, private drainage to septic tank (registered with SEPA).  BT Fibre Broadband to premises.

Note: New double-glazed windows and external doors were installed in 2016, the property was re-roofed in 2016 and a new boiler was installed in 2020.

Additional Note: In line with the Estate Agents Act 1979, we must advise that the the vendor of this property is an employee of C&D Rural Ltd.

Local Authority: Dumfries & Galloway Council -Council Tax Band D

EPC: E

Home Report: A copy of the Home Report is available on request from Fine & Country South Scotland.

Viewings: Strictly by appointment with the sole selling agents, Fine & Country South Scotland

Offers: All offers should be made in Scottish Legal Form to the offices of the sole selling agents, Fine & Country South Scotland by email to

Matters of Title: The property is sold subject to all existing easements, burdens, reservations and wayleaves, including rights of access and rights of way whether contained in the Title Deeds or informally constituted and whether referred to in the General Remarks and Stipulations or not. The Purchaser(s) will be held to have satisfied themselves as to the nature of such matters.

Tenure and Possession: The Freehold title is offered for sale with vacant possession upon completion.

Money Laundering Obligations: In accordance with the Money Laundering Regulations 2017 the selling agents are required to verify the identity of the purchaser at the time an offer is accepted.

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