Kirkbean, Dumfries, DG2

- PROPERTY TYPE
Cottage
- BEDROOMS
3
- BATHROOMS
2
- SIZE
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Freehold
Key features
- Detached Bungalow
- Three Double Bedrooms
- Family Shower Room & Ensuite
- Rural Setting
- Historic Location
- Outstanding Coastal Views
- Off-Road Parking
Description
A beautifully presented, detached bungalow located in a stunningly picturesque setting overlooking Wreaths Tower said to be built in the 16th Century by James Douglas, Earl of Morton, close to the coastal villages of Mainsriddle and the popular and well-established tourist village of Southerness. The property comprises three double bedrooms (main bedroom with en-suite), a cosy lounge with feature fireplace and scenic views, kitchen/dining room, utility room, attached garage with workshop space and delightful wraparound well-established gardens with patio for outdoor entertaining and BBQ, sun-terrace, lawn, driveway for off-road parking and unrivalled panoramic views to the Solway Coast and to Criffel, the local peak. Ideally suited to families including multi-generational living, retiring couples and holiday let investors. The property benefits from LPG central heating and double glazing throughout.
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ACCOMMODATION
The welcoming vestibule to the side of the property opens into the spacious hallway providing access to the lounge to the front of the property along with two of the three double bedrooms, while the kitchen/dining room, utility room, remaining bedroom and family shower room are to the rear. The lounge provides gorgeous relaxation space and boasts a feature fireplace with multi-fuel burning stove. The designated dining area is ideal for both everyday family meals and more formal entertaining on special occasions while there is an also a handy breakfast bar. The kitchen comprises a range of fitted wall and base cabinets with contrasting work surfaces and tiled splash-back. There is an electric range cooker, with extractor hood, sink and drainer unit, plumbing for a dishwasher and space for a fridge/freezer. There is an additional sink in the separate utility/boot room providing space and plumbing for laundry appliances. The main bedroom has fitted wardrobes and an ensuite shower room, while the third bedroom also offers built-in storage. The family shower room has a three-piece white suite with shower cubicle, pedestal wash hand basin and toilet. There is additional storage off the hallway as well as a number of attic spaces. Finishing outside, the property benefits from generous wraparound gardens with lawned areas, patio offering unlimited opportunities for outdoor dining and BBQ. There is space for a hot tub and/or summer house as well as a drying green. The attached garage benefits from purpose-built workshop space. The garden offers unrivalled open scenic views from every angle.
TRANSPORT, SCHOOLS & AMENITIES
The nearest primary school is in New Abbey, held in excellent local regard. Dumfries (15 miles) offers a range of secondary schools, with Dalbeattie High School also being close by. Southerness is a popular coastal village, recognisable by its rugged beach and lighthouse. There is a thriving holiday park with amenities, a championship golf course, the Paul Jones Hotel, 19th Hole public house and village shop. The highly-reputable Steamboat Inn is located a short drive away in the nearby coastal hamlet of Carsethorn. New Abbey is a hugely popular, charming tourist village and is a highly desired area to live. Benefiting from a village shop, tea room, veterinary surgery and highly regarded doctors surgery, not to mention the historical ruin of Sweetheart Abbey, the village offers a peaceful and picturesque living environment. Dumfries town centre is attractive and can be reached within a 20 minute drive and offers a combination of good 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. A regular local bus servicing the town centre stops is a short walk from the property and for further afield transport links Dumfries train station provides regular links to Glasgow and all points south, as does the bus station situated on the Whitesands by the river. There are regular and quick train connections to Edinburgh from the small town of Lockerbie, just a few miles away, and which has a regular bus service with Dumfries. The M6 and M74 road networks are accessible nearby at Moffat, Gretna and Lockerbie. The surrounding area offers glorious countryside and historic ruins with easy access to the beautiful coast and a multitude of sporting and country pursuits including sailing, horse riding, mountain biking, fishing, golf and fine coastal, hill and woodland walks.
HOME REPORT:
The home report can be downloaded directly from the Yopa website or accessed from the one survey website
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- PARKINGDetails of how and where vehicles can be parked, and any associated costs.Read more about parking in our glossary page.
- Yes
- GARDENA property has access to an outdoor space, which could be private or shared.
- Yes
- ACCESSIBILITYHow a property has been adapted to meet the needs of vulnerable or disabled individuals.Read more about accessibility in our glossary page.
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