Cottage for sale in Rockcliffe, Dalbeattie DG5

Virtual viewing available - contact local proeprty agentthe PROPERTYSituated in the popular coastal village of Rockcliffe, this traditional detached cottage dating back to 1850s offers stunning coastal views from the sun terrace to Rockclife Bay and Rough Island. The flexible accommodation comprises on the ground floor an open plan kitchen/diner and cosy sitting room with feature fireplace, and on the upper floor two double bedrooms, family shower room and plenty of storage. With terraced garden grounds to the rear including sun-deck, seating area to the front and off-road parking, the property presents an ideal home for permanent or holiday use. There is right of access across the driveway of the neighbouring property to the parking area at the rear.

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The property

The main entrance to the property opens into the hallway providing access to the sitting-room to the front and the open plan kitchen/diner to the rear, with staircase leading to the upper floor accommodation comprising two double bedrooms and family shower room. The sitting room has a feature fireplace with solid fuel open fire and timber mantle. The large picture window provides views to the surrounding countryside and plenty of natural light. The open plan kitchen/diner offers ample space for both family dining and more formal entertaining with a designated dining area as well as a breakfast bar. The kitchen area comprises a range of fitted wall and base cabinets with contrasting worktops and tiled splashback. There is a stainless steel sink and drainer unit, electric oven and hob, and integrated fridge/freezer. On the upper floor both bedrooms are doubles with built-in storage and views to the coast. There is plenty of additional storage off the first floor landing. The upstairs family shower room comprises a walk-in shower enclosure with electric shower, wash hand basin and toilet.

Finishing outside, the property benefits from landscaped terraced gardens to the rear, with off-road parking and seating area to the front. The garden to the rear of the property is mainly terraced and features a decked patio area on the top terrace with views to Rockcliffe Bay and Rough Island. This property’s garden and spectacular views must be viewed to be fully appreciated.

Transport, schools & amenities

The nearest primary school is less than two miles away in the village of Colvend, with alternative provision and pre-school available at the award-winning Dalbeattie Learning Campus. Opened in 2018, it offers all-through education comprising nursery, primary, and secondary education set in an innovative, landscaped setting, incorporating the latest in community facilities. Rockcliffe is a beautiful coastal village, popular with locals and tourists alike for both its' sandy beach and its' local coastal walks to Castle Point and Sandyhills beach in one direction, and Kippford with its' marina, 2 pubs and a tea room. Dalbeattie is nearby, with a variety of shops, supermarkets, cafes, pubs, restaurants and hotels including the Galloway Soup Company Farm Shop and Tea Room, the Granite Kitchen, Birchtree and Kings Arms Hotels, Luigi's Italian restaurant and many more. There is also a large modern Health Centre, pharmacy, garden centre, library, cinema, Post Office and Town Hall available for community use. The surrounding area offers a wide range of country pursuits including sailing, horse riding, mountain and e-biking (famous 7stanes Mountain Bike Trail in Dalbeattie Forest), fishing, bird watching, shooting and numerous coastal and woodland walks. The Solway Coast’s popular seaside villages with sandy beaches are close by at Rockcliffe, Sandyhills and Southerness. Rockcliffe is an ideal base for exploring the Colvend Coast and the region's castles and gardens. The Solway coast is a popular holiday destination. Colvend has a village shop, cafe, primary school and village hall. Around Dalbeattie, there are plenty of country walks and great opportunities for golfing. The M74 provides transport links to the north and south and is approximately 20 miles to the east. Dumfries town centre situated on the picturesque River Nith is attractive and reached within a 15-20 minute drive and offers a combination of good shopping facilities and historic buildings. The town is also the home of a substantial college and university campus located within beautiful grounds overlooking the town and has three golf courses. There are 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 offers several major supermarkets, popular High Street shops, shopping centre, schooling, university campus, a range of bistros and medical facilities. A brand new state of the art regional hospital is only 25 minutes drive away.

Home report:

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