Semi-detached bungalow for sale in Military Drive, Portpatrick, Stranraer DG9

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The property

A bright and genuinely spacious semi-detached bungalow with two good size double bedrooms, generous open plan kitchen/diner/lounge and stylish family bathroom, located in a quiet residential area overlooking the picturesque harbour town of Portpatrick, 7 miles from the bustling town of Stranraer. The property is within walking distance of the village centre and sea front, with a direct footpath starting just down the road. Ideally suited to families, professionals and retirees, this property would make a wonderful permanent or holiday home providing a delightful comfortable and cosy base from which to explore the many attractions the region has to offer. Portpatrick itself has many pubs, restaurants and hotels to chose from, so there are plenty of facilities to be enjoyed right on your doorstep.

The property is very well situated, being away from the road, with sun reaching the bay window in the lounge in the morning, staying all day, with the sun going round to the rear of the property until sunset.

The garden enjoys a panoramic view of the surrounding countryside and there is a sea view from the end of the driveway.

Viewing is essential to appreciate all this property and the surrounding local area has to offer including the stunning coastal and country-side views.

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Accommodation

The property benefits from propane gas central heating and double glazing throughout with a combination of wood and carpeted flooring. The spacious and welcoming entrance hallway provides access to the generous open plan multi-purpose living area with picture window to the front of the property. The gas boiler is situated in the entrance vestibule. The contemporary kitchen area has a range of modern wall and base units with integrated appliances including a fridge-freezer, dishwasher, washing machine and electric oven with hob and extractor hood above, as well as a single sink bowl and drainer. Both bedrooms are generous doubles with ample room for double or king size beds and free-standing wardrobes. From the larger bedroom there is access to the attic space offering additional storage. The family bathroom has a three-piece bathroom suite with shower over the bath and window to the rear.

Finishing off outside, the property benefits from a tarmac driveway providing parking for multiple vehicles. There is garden on three sides of the property with potential for further development to create outside living and dining facilities. There are views of the harbour and surrounding countryside. The boundary is denoted by hedging and verge.

Transport, schools & amenities

Portpatrick Primary School serves the coastal village of Portpatrick and the surrounding rural area. The school is partnered with Leswalt Primary School and Kirkcolm Primary Schools. The nearest secondary school is Stranraer Academy. Portpatrick is a pretty town of pastel-coloured houses, set around a small bay with cliffs forming the backdrop. A former port for transportation to and from Northern Ireland, Portpatrick is now a peaceful holiday resort. Sea angling is a popular pastime in these parts, as is walking, with options including a short stroll along the cliffs to Dunskey Castle. The Southern Upland Way starts here and continues for 212 miles, all the way to the east coast. Portpatrick Folk Festival is a three-day celebration of folk music which takes place in September. Within the town, there are some great places to eat, and several shops offering a variety of wares. Stranraer is the hub for the largely​ rural area of Wigtownshire offering a wide variety of shops including major supermarket chains, services and businesses which provide visitors and local people alike with friendly, personal service. There is a leisure centre with swimming pool, gym and cinema. There is a good choice of cafes, bars and restaurants as well as the lovely marina undergoing redevelopment. The region is renowned for its outdoor pursuits, beaches, leisure facilities, social events, festivals and history. Some of the quieter country roads are popular for walkers and cyclists, and there is golf on local courses in Stranraer, Portpatrick, Wigtown, Monreith and Newton Stewart. The coastline to the south of the region offers excellent sailing and sea fishing, and there are safe anchorages at Port William and the Isle of Whithorn. The popular Logan Botanic Garden is short drive away and attracts many visitors annually as an outpost of the Royal Botanic Gardens in Edinburgh. There is a regular train service from Glasgow or Ayr to Stranraer, Portpatrick is about 7 miles from Stranraer and there is a regular bus service to Portpatrick. Nearest airports are about 2 hours drive Glasgow Prestwick Airport (1 hour 40 minutes) and Glasgow International (2 hours 15 minutes). Travel by road from the North is via the A77 (Stranraer) from Glasgow and from the South the A75 (Stranraer) from Dumfries.

Home report:

The home report can be accessed via with reference HP732665 and postcode (DG9 8LR) from the packdetails website or directly downloadable from the Yopa website.