The Granary, Glebe Street, Dumfries

- PROPERTY TYPE
House
- BEDROOMS
1
- BATHROOMS
1
- SIZE
646 sq ft
60 sq m
- TENUREDescribes how you own a property. There are different types of tenure - freehold, leasehold, and commonhold.Read more about tenure in our glossary page.
Freehold
Key features
- One-bedroom penthouse apartment for over 60s
- Secure entrance with intercom and key fob access
- Lift access to third floor, close to apartment
- Spacious lounge/dining room with natural light
- Double bedroom with fitted wardrobes
- Modern fitted kitchen with integrated appliances
- Accessible shower room with walk-in shower
- Emergency pull cord system throughout
- Communal lounge with regular social activities
- EPC – B | Council Tax Band – C
Description
The Granary is much more than just a place to live — it offers a genuine sense of community, with a full calendar of organised activities available to residents. From bingo and games nights to social gatherings and regular events, there are daily opportunities to stay active, engaged and connected, all centred around the welcoming communal lounge.
The development itself is set within beautifully maintained communal gardens, with landscaped grounds, seating areas and accessible pathways providing a peaceful outdoor space to relax and enjoy. The setting encourages both social interaction and quiet enjoyment, offering the best of both worlds.
Security and convenience are key features, with a secure entry system, lift access to all floors and 24-hour on-site management providing peace of mind for residents and their families.
Ideally located within Dumfries, the property benefits from excellent access to the town centre, with a wide range of shops, healthcare services, transport links and everyday amenities all close at hand. The surrounding area also offers pleasant walks and green spaces, further enhancing the lifestyle appeal.
Overall, this property offers an opportunity to enjoy independent living within a safe, friendly and well-established community, in a location that combines convenience with comfort.
Communal Entrance - Access to the development is via a secure communal entrance door, serving this over 60s retirement complex. Entry is controlled via an intercom system for visitors, along with key fob access for residents, ensuring both security and ease of use.
The communal entrance hall provides a welcoming first impression and offers access to the shared facilities within the building, including a communal activities room and direct access to the landscaped gardens.
From here, a lift system provides access to all floors, including the third floor where the apartment is located. The lift exit is conveniently positioned just a short distance from the apartment, allowing for easy and level access throughout.
Entrance Hall - Entered via the front door, the hallway is finished with laminate flooring and provides access to all rooms within the apartment. The space includes loft access, a smoke alarm and a Tunstall door entry speech system, allowing secure communication with the main entrance of the building.
A useful storage cupboard is also located off the hallway, offering hanging space and lighting, as well as housing the electrical consumer unit. An emergency pull cord system is also fitted within the hallway for added peace of mind.
Lounge/Dining Room - A particularly spacious lounge/dining area benefitting from its penthouse position and offering an excellent sense of space. The room is bright and airy, with dual windows overlooking the communal gardens, allowing for an abundance of natural light.
The living area features an inset electric fire with hearth, while the dining space comfortably accommodates a table and chairs. An emergency pull cord system is also installed within this room.
Kitchen - The kitchen is well laid out and designed with practicality in mind, featuring a range of modern white base and wall units with ample storage. Appliances include an electric hob positioned at worktop height and an oven set at a convenient raised level.
A window overlooks the communal gardens, and an extractor fan is also fitted.
Pantry Cupboard - Located off the kitchen, this generous walk-in storage cupboard provides excellent additional space with wall-to-wall shelving and hanging rail. The cupboard also houses the hot water system.
Bedroom - A well-proportioned double bedroom with a window overlooking the communal rear gardens, offering a pleasant outlook across mature greenery and seating areas.
The room benefits from double built-in wardrobes providing ample hanging and shelving space, along with an electric storage heater. An emergency pull cord system is also in place.
Shower Room - The shower room has been thoughtfully designed for assisted living and comprises a large walk-in shower with glass screen and power shower, complete with support handrails. A vanity sink unit with mirror and a low-level WC are also fitted.
Additional features include wall-mounted grab rails, a heated towel rail and a wall-mounted heater, with full-height tiling to key areas.
Communal Events Room - The development benefits from a dedicated communal activities room, providing a welcoming space for residents to gather, socialise and take part in a wide range of organised events.
This room is regularly used for activities such as bingo, games nights, beetle drives and social gatherings, creating a lively and inclusive community atmosphere. A full calendar of events is available within the main entrance, with activities taking place on a regular basis, offering residents the opportunity to stay active, engaged and connected.
The space itself is well-presented and comfortably arranged, making it an ideal setting for both organised entertainment and more informal social interaction.
Communal Gardens - The Granary is set within beautifully maintained communal grounds, offering a peaceful and welcoming environment for residents. Landscaped gardens surround the development, featuring well-kept lawns, established planting, and a variety of mature trees and shrubs.
A central paved seating area provides an ideal space for residents to relax and socialise, complete with benches and outdoor furniture. Pathways run throughout the gardens, allowing for easy and level access.
The building itself is fully secure, with controlled entry and 24-hour on-site management. A lift system provides access to all floors, with the apartment located just a short distance from the lift exit. Ample parking is available for residents and visitors.
Brochures
The Granary, Glebe Street, DumfriesHome Report- COUNCIL TAXA payment made to your local authority in order to pay for local services like schools, libraries, and refuse collection. The amount you pay depends on the value of the property.Read more about council Tax in our glossary page.
- Band: C
- PARKINGDetails of how and where vehicles can be parked, and any associated costs.Read more about parking in our glossary page.
- Communal
- 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.
- Lift access,Wide doorways,Ramped access
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