Holecroft, Gatehouse of Fleet, Castle Douglas, Dumfries and Galloway, DG7

SITUATION
Holecroft is situated in a peaceful rural area with stunning far reaching coastal views just a short distance from the sought after small town of Gatehouse. Gatehouse has a good range of local facilities including a primary school, hotels, chemist, doctor’s surgery, coffee shops, postal service and two small supermarkets. A wider range of services can be found in the surrounding towns of Kirkcudbright, Castle Douglas and Newton Stewart.

The area is renowned for its outdoor pursuits, with walking and mountain bike trails in the numerous forests including the Seven Stanes range. The nearest of these is Kirroughtree, which has a large visitor centre and cycle shop. Golf enthusiasts are very well catered for throughout the region, and there is a 9 hole course on the edge of the town, as well as an 18 hole course available in the grounds of the Cally Palace Hotel on the outskirts. Water sports and adventures await on nearby Loch Ken, and the area’s rivers and lochs provide good opportunities for salmon, sea trout and trout fishing. Equestrian pursuits are popular with several schools and livery yards available. The harbour town of Kirkcudbright is known as Scotland’s Artist Town, and has a blue-flag awarded marina. There are also sandy, picturesque beaches within close proximity at Sandgreen and Mossyard.

There are good communications to the area with regular flights to London and mainland Europe from Prestwick Airport 65 miles north, and Glasgow and Edinburgh Airports, 101 and 117 miles respectively. There is a mainline Railway Station in Dumfries (36 miles) and the M74 Motorway network is 59 miles to the east.


DESCRIPTION
Nestled in an idyllic countryside setting, this exceptional rural property offers the perfect blend of privacy, space and breathtaking scenery. Set on generous grounds, the home boasts panoramic coastal views that stretch across open farmland to the sea beyond, a stunning backdrop for everyday life.
The property lies to the front of the site, originally dating from the 1700s but been extended and altered through the years. The house full of charm yet thoughtfully updated for comfortable modern living, a spacious open plan Kitchen & dining space is at the heart of the home with Rayburn offering not only a centrepiece feature but means of cooking and warmth to the home fuelling central heating and hot water. The space provides a delightful social space ideal for family living. To the front of the property a delightful living room with wood burning stove, windows to the front frame the stunning coastal views. A stunning conservatory offers a relaxing space to absorb panoramic sea views to the front with door providing direct access to the front garden. Adjoining is a delightful space, currently used as a study/home office perfect for those requiring to work from home, yet can still enjoy the outlook. A further reception space, again with coastal views to the front or garden to side could also serve as a fourth bedroom.
To the first floor 2 double bedrooms, one have fitted wardrobes. A third slightly smaller bedroom with fitted wardrobes. All with delightful views over farmland and Wigtown Bay beyond. A bathroom with walk in shower completes the first-floor accommodation.
The property Is heated by way of oil central heating from the Rayburn, together with wood burning stove in the living room and double glazing throughout. Water is from a private spring and drainage to a private septic tank, which all title rights exist for maintenance access and upkeep.

Elevated within the grounds are a range of useful outbuildings, ideal for workshops, storage or conversion potential (subject to planning). Whether seeking hobby space, smallholding venture or animal shelter, these buildings offer great potential. The majority are of stone construction with slate roof, two newer additions adjoining are of profile metal sheet construction. One utilised as a car port, the other additional storage space.

The grounds included with Holecroft are a particular highlight. Bound by dry stone dyke predominantly and with ease of access from a vehicular gate or additional pedestrian gates. Access directly from the rear of one of the outbuildings. Could be used for grazing or self-sufficiency projects.

Holecroft offers a rare opportunity to purchase a rural haven offering privacy, yet still within easy reach of local amenities, schools and transport links. The perfect location for those looking to embrace a peaceful countryside lifestyle property.


ACCOMMODATION

Ground Floor:
Boot Room/Utility. Kitchen/Dining. Pantry. Living Room. Reception Room/Bedroom. Conservatory. W.C.

First Floor:
Bedroom. Bathroom with Shower. Bedroom. Bedroom.

OUTBUILDINGS
There is a range of traditional buildings of stone construction with slate roof. Two further open fronted profile metal sheet buildings adjoining.
GARDEN
Accessed from the public road over a gravel driveway with ample parking and access to the outbuildings and down to the property. Gardens wrap around the property with lawns to the front and side with some mature trees and shrubs. To the rear a paddock wraps around the outbuildings. Predominantly bound by dry stone dyke with gate access to the paddock from the driveway, mature trees and shrub on the boundary enhance the privacy of the site. A patio area to the rear provides a delightful spot to relax and dine al fresco. Grounds extend to about 1.3 acres in all.

EPC Rating = F