Detached bungalow for sale in Auldgirth, Dumfries DG2

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The property

This spacious detached bungalow is situated in a generous plot with extensive gardens, detached garage and vehicle parking/turning space ideally suited to professionals, small families or retirees seeking a rural lifestyle. The well-presented accommodation comprises lounge, separate dining-room, sun lounge, kitchen, two double bedrooms, one with ensuite shower room, family bathroom and utility room. Viewing is imperative to fully appreciate both the quality and extent of accommodation on offer and the stunning location.

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Accommodation

The property is entered through the welcoming front porch opening into the dining-room with sun-room off to the front of the property. The comfortable lounge is accessed from the dining room with views to the gardens to the front and the surrounding scenic rural landscape. The kitchen with separate utility room are to the rear and the main bedroom has views to the front while the second bedroom is to the rear. The lounge has a wall-mounted decorative feature flueless lpg fire and from the lounge French doors open out on to the first of two sun terraces. The kitchen comprises a range of fitted base and wall units with complementary marble effect work surfaces and tiled splash back. There is an lpg powered range cooker with extractor hood, a composite sink and drainer unit, integrated dish washer and fridge and freezer. The separate utility room provides ample space for laundry appliances and there is a back door for access to the outside space. The main bedroom is accessed from the dining-room and is spacious double with built-in storage and ensuite facilities comprising a shower enclosure with mains mixer shoer, wash hand basin and toilet. The second bedroom is accessed from the inner hallway and is also a good size double with rural views and fitted storage. The family bathroom has a three-piece suite with bath with electric shower over, wash hand basin and toilet.

Finishing outside, the property occupies a generous plot, with a gated entrance to the driveway and off-road parking area with sufficient space for a number of vehicles and holiday home if required. There is a detached garage suitable for alternative use as a workshop or store. The gardens to the front are extensive, mainly laid to lawn with well-established planted borders stocked with a variety of shrubs providing year-round colour and interest. There are. Two paved patio/sun terrace areas with views to the gardens and the surrounding hills. External boundaries are formed in stone walls.

Transport, schols & amenities

The property is near the village of Auldgirth just off the A76 linking Dumfries to Ayrshire. The nearest primary schools are Dunscore, Closeburn, Duncow & Holywood (all within easy commute) with the nearest secondary school being Wallace Hall Academy based in Thornhill. All are held in high regard locally.

Various local amenities can be found in the nearby town of Thornhill such as a wide variety of retail outlets, such as clothing boutiques, cafes, pubs, food stores, a large pharmacy, an ironmonger, an electrical retailer, gift shops and two hairdressers. The large Victorian post office stands on the north side of the town, along with a Royal Mail sorting office which serves a large rural area. There is also a garage and a small backstreet filling station. The town also has public washrooms and a small cottage hospital.

There are also various close transport links including Dumfries train station providing links to Carlisle and Glasgow. Major Bus links can be accessed from the Loreburn Centre, Whitesands or Burns Statue.

The M6 and M74 networks are accessible at Moffat, Gretna and Lockerbie. Dumfries town centre (8 miles South) offers several major supermarkets, popular High Street shops, shopping centre, schooling, university campus, a range of bistros and medical facilities.

The region is renowned for its outdoor pursuits, beaches, leisure facilities, social events, festivals and history, being the home of the great Scottish poet Robert Burns.

Home report:

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