The Craig, Kirkpatrick Durham, Castle Douglas DG7

The Craig enjoys a prime position on the edge of the village of Kirkpatrick Durham and is just over five miles from Castle Douglas. It offers elegant and well-proportioned accommodation, high ceilings, ample parking, a stone outbuilding and a well-established garden.  

This charming Georgian property was previously the former manse to the local church and is in good condition with double glazing evident throughout.  The house boasts lovely views to the surrounding countryside from most rooms.

Accommodation:

The front door opens into the vestibule, with a glazed inner door that in turn opens into the hall, with a fine staircase rising to the first floor, useful understair cupboard and direct access to all ground floor rooms.

The drawing room is generous in size and boasts a dual aspect and wood burning stove. Located opposite the sitting room is a bright room presently used as an office, with a window overlooking the front garden and an open fire. 

The dining room is well proportioned with a window to the rear elevation and an open fire and is conveniently located close to the kitchen/breakfast room. 

The kitchen comprises a good range of wooden cabinetry with complementary worksurfaces, electric Aga and space for appliances.  From the kitchen access can be gained to the rear porch.

The stairs split off to a WC and separate bathroom located at half landing level and then continue up to the main landing where four double bedrooms can be found. The principal bedroom is a lovely size and is filled with natural light through its windows on the south and east elevations.  A door leads from this bedroom to the ‘Jack and Jill’ bathroom, which comprises a modern suite with shower over the bath, and which can be accessed from the main landing too. A separate shower room completes the overall accommodation.

Outside

The property is approached via a private driveway from the quiet country road. The driveway offers parking for many vehicles and wraps around to the rear of the house where the detached stone outbuilding and garage can be found. 

The established grounds are enclosed by stone wall and are well tended.  The principal area of garden is located to the front of the house. It is laid to lawn with herbaceous borders, mature shrubs, a variety of trees and well stocked flower beds.  Being south facing and enclosed by a charming wall, it is a sunny and sheltered spot.

Services: 

Mains electricity, oil fired central heating, wood burning stove and open fires.  Private drainage to septic tank (registered with SEPA and maintenance contract in place).  Broadband supplied by Vodafone.   Double glazed throughout.

Local Authority: Dumfries & Galloway Council.  Council Tax Band: G

EPC: E

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

Offers: All offers should be made in Scottish Legal Form to the offices of the sole selling agents, Fine & Country 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: We are required by law to carry out Anti Money Laundering Checks once an offer has been accepted. We use an external agency to conduct these checks. Once an offer has been agreed, Coadjute will contact you to complete the checks electronically. A fee of £45 + VAT per person will apply and will be processed by Coadjute. If you have any queries please contact the office.

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