Lot 2 - Kirkhill Farmhouse, Dalton, Lockerbie, Dumfries and Galloway, DG11

A substantial period farmhouse with outbuilding and grounds in an accessible rural location in Dumfriesshire

Description

Kirkhill Farmhouse sits to the south of the farm steading (which comprises part of Lot 1) and is a substantial dwelling of traditional whinstone and sandstone construction with a slate roof. There is a 1.5 storey extension to the rear of the house (with sun room attached), and a single storey glass fronted extension on the eastern elevation forming a light and versatile space previously used as a library. The house benefits from oil fired central heating and UPVC double glazing.

The front door opens into the hallway which provides access to the ground floor accommodation as well as the staircase leading to a half landing and the first floor beyond. There are three south facing reception rooms to the front of the house and a bedroom which could equally be used as a fourth reception room or home office. The kitchen/breakfast room is located to the rear of the house with connecting doors to the sun room, pantry, back hall and utility room. A WC completes the ground floor.

The stairs from the entrance hall lead to a half landing which accesses two family bathrooms and a bedroom. At first floor level there are four bedrooms (one with en-suite shower room) and a further family bathroom.

Externally there are lawns bounded by some mature trees surrounding the house and a vegetable garden on the opposite side of the farm drive. A stone outbuilding is included within the boundary of Lot 2. The grounds extend to 0.58 hectares (1.44 acres). A home report is available on request from the selling agents.

Location

The farms known as Kirkhill and Birset are situated in the heart of rural Dumfriesshire, an area renowned for its livestock and timber production which makes up a large proportion of the local economy. The landscape reflects this, with rolling farmland interspersed with forestry and woodlands against the backdrop of the Solway Firth.

The farms are located near to Dumfries, the county town, which provides a wide range of facilities including primary and secondary schooling, a university campus, sports and healthcare facilities as well as an extensive range of retail parks, high street shopping and professional services. The local primary schools are located in Carrutherstown (Kirkhill) and Collin (Birset), with secondary schooling available to both in Annan or Dumfries. Private schooling is also available near Carlisle at St Ursula’s School, Lime House School and Austin Friars St Monica’s School.

The A75, A76, A702 and M74 are all readily accessible by car linking the region to west and central Scotland and the north of England. There are railway stations at Dumfries, Lockerbie and Carlisle with regular services to Glasgow, Edinburgh and London. Newcastle, Edinburgh, and Glasgow international airports are approximately 79, 84 and 90 miles from the property respectively.

The southwest of Scotland is well known for its mild climate, attractive unspoilt countryside and the diversity of its recreational facilities and field sports including shooting and stalking as well as trout and salmon fishing on numerous rivers and lochs. A wide variety of beaches, coastal paths and beautiful walks are nearby. The location is also famous for excellent hill walking and cycling along a wide variety of world famous trails (7stanes available at nearby Mabie and Dalbeattie). In 2009, the International Dark Sky Association confirmed Dark Sky Status to the Galloway Forest Park, the first designated area in Scotland. The area is also ideal for the keen golfer with a championship standard 18 hole course at Southerness, further local courses at Powfoot, Lockerbie, Lochmaben and three courses in Dumfries.

Square Footage: 3,766 sq ft


Acreage: 1.44 Acres

Directions

From the A75 at Dumfries, head east towards Annan. After 3.3 miles bear left signposted Dalton (and Wee Dalton Kirk). Kirkhill is about 2.5 miles along this road, on the left hand side.

Kirkhill postcode: DG11 1DY
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