Aig-an-Tigh, Church Grove, Leswalt, Stranraer, DG9

Situation
Aig-an-Tigh is situated in Leswalt, a quiet rural village which lies between Stranraer and Portpatrick. Leswalt has a number of local amenities, all within walking distance of Church Grove, including a primary school, shop, Leswalt Parish Church and community run Aldouran Wetland Garden, a hidden gem, where you will find an abundance of wildlife and quiet walks just on the edge of the village.
Stranraer, the nearest town, benefits from a secondary school, primary schools, hospital (Galloway Community Hospital), supermarkets, shops, offices, hotels, restaurants, and the Ryan Leisure Centre and Theatre.

Both curling and horse riding are very popular in the area, nearby Stranraer & District Riding Club offers training and holds regular events, and curling is available at the North West Castle, Stranraer. There are also numerous golf courses nearby including Stranraer Golf Club at Creachmore, Dunskey at Portpatrick and is only 35 miles to the famous Turnberry Golf Club.

Communications in the area are good; there is a regular bus service and trains to Ayr and Glasgow are available from the station in Stranraer. Trains also run from the regional centre of Dumfries, 75 miles to the east
The Port of Cairnryan is just over 6 miles from Stranraer, and two ferry operators run passenger and freight services to Northern Ireland both Larne & Belfast.
Domestic and international flights are available at Prestwick Airport, 57 miles north, and Glasgow and Edinburgh Airports, 90 and 135 miles respectively. Motorway links and trains are available at Lockerbie, 88 miles east, and Kilmarnock, 69 miles north.

Description
Aig-an-Tigh, Gaelic for ‘at home’, is a very fitting name for this appealing property, which offers a spacious and well-appointed family home within a peaceful rural village setting. Local amenities are within walking distance, while the surrounding countryside provides an attractive backdrop.
The kitchen forms the heart of the home and has been thoughtfully designed around a spacious open-plan dining kitchen, providing an ideal environment for family life and entertaining. Double doors lead through to both the sitting room and garden room, creating a particularly sociable arrangement and allowing the accommodation to flow seamlessly between the principal living spaces.
The kitchen is fitted with a Rangemaster Professional cooker, incorporating a six-ring gas hob, two ovens and separate grill. There is an integrated wine cooler in the kitchen, dishwasher and tumble dryer in the utility room adjacent, together with a further sink and drainer. The Worcester gas central heating boiler is wall mounted within the utility room.
The garden room is a particularly attractive feature of the property, enjoying a triple aspect and an abundance of natural light. Double doors open directly onto the patio, creating a pleasant connection with the garden. This versatile room provides a second reception space and also offers sufficient room for a home working space.
Situated to the front of the property, the sitting room is a bright double-aspect room enjoying views across the village and over the fields beyond. A wood-burning stove, set beneath an oak mantel, provides a cosy focal point and additional warmth during the cooler months.
The bedroom accommodation comprises three bedrooms, together with a well-appointed family bathroom. The bathroom is fully tiled and features an elegant freestanding bath alongside a separate shower enclosure. All three bedrooms benefit from fitted wardrobes, providing excellent storage. The principal bedroom is particularly well appointed, with two double wardrobes and an en-suite shower room incorporating a vanity unit. Further useful storage is provided within the hallway, offering a practical space for outdoor clothing and footwear.
Outside, the property enjoys a well-maintained garden and patio area, providing an attractive setting in which to relax and enjoy the warmer months. The extensive corner plot is principally enclosed by established hedging, with a timber fence providing the boundary between the property and the adjoining field.
A further notable feature is the timber summer room within the garden. Elevated above the surrounding area, this is a much-valued space in which to relax and unwind throughout the year. Windows to the front take advantage of the elevated position and provide attractive views across Loch Ryan towards Cairnryan. The room benefits from power and can be comfortably utilised during cooler weather with the provision of an electric heater.
The property is further complemented by a range of useful outbuildings, including a workshop with fitted workbench and adjoining store. There is also a timber garden shed, suitable for the storage of gardening tools and equipment, together with a further timber shed providing additional storage.
Overall, Aig-an-Tigh represents an appealing and spacious family home, combining well-proportioned accommodation with generous outside space, useful ancillary buildings and a pleasant rural village setting. The property is ideally placed for those seeking a quieter lifestyle whilst retaining convenient access to local amenities and the nearby town, which is only a few miles away.

Local Development
There is currently a programme of residential development taking place within Leswalt, on land adjacent to Aig-an Tigh, with 56 new homes. The development can be seen within the accompanying drone photography. Further information regarding the development, including the relevant planning documentation, can be obtained from the Dumfries and Galloway Council planning portal using planning reference 09/P/1/0100.

Accommodation
Entrance Vestibule. Sitting Room. Kitchen. Garden Room. Utility Room. Bedroom. Bathroom. Bedroom. Bedroom

Garden
A sweeping driveway leads to the property from the Church Grove cul-de-sac, with a turning area to the front of the house, together with ample parking to the rear for several vehicles.
Steps lead from the driveway to the entrance vestibule. The front garden is predominantly laid to lawn and gently sloping, with a pond providing an attractive feature. Low-maintenance gravel borders, complemented by a selection of established planters, provide additional interest. The LPG gas tank is discreetly screened by planting.
To the rear of Aigh-an-Tigh, steps lead from the patio to the lawn and summer house, with adjoining decking providing an elevated and particularly peaceful vantage point from which to enjoy the surrounding views. The garden also benefits from a useful log store, conveniently positioned for the wood-burning stove.

Directions
Take the A718 (Leswalt High Road) from Stranraer and follow the road for approximately 1.7 miles, continue straight on at the roundabout and follow the B798 for 0.7 miles in to the village of Leswalt. Pass Leswalt Church on your left then turn immediately left on to Glen Road and left again in to Church Grove. continue straight on to 12 Church Grove.

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