Detached house for sale in Kirkgunzeon, Dumfries DG2

The property

A detached converted and extended former farm steading with over 1 acre of land, renovated to a high standard offering spacious, fully flexible accommodation layout with potential for further conversion of the extensive attic space to create letting accommodation, located a short distance from the historic village of Kirkgunzeon, with its own primary school and excellent transport links, a short drive from the A711. This property comprises four double bedrooms, two with ensuite shower rooms, family bathroom, spacious open plan living space with multi-fuel burning stove and panoramic views across the delightful undulating surrounding countryside, a further generous open plan kitchen/diner and separate utility room. Externally there is a detached double garage/workshop, summerhouse, sun deck with BBQ area, former farm building offering a range of possible uses (which can be removed free of charge, should it be so desired) and a large paddock. This is a life-style property ideally suited to growing and/or extended families, offering the prefect base for semi-rural living. The property benefits from oil-fired central heating and double glazing throughout. The property would lend itself to further development and possible B&B use. Potential buyers should note that some contents may be available for separate purchase.

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Accommodation

From the front entrance to the property the inner hallway provides access to the four double bedrooms, two with ensuite shower rooms, family bathroom to the left and to the open plan living/dining/kitchen space to the right with separate utility room to the rear. The stunning living area boasts a vaulted ceiling providing maximum natural light, offering far-reaching views. French doors provide direct access to the fabulous and versatile outdoor space and there is also a tilt and slide fully glazed door. The focal point is the feature multi-fuel stove with raised flagstone hearth and stainless steel flue. Beyond the living area is the extensive kitchen/dining space with ample room for both everyday family dining and entertaining on special occasions. The kitchen comprises a range of both wall and floor-based units with complementary marble effect worksurfaces. There is a work island/breakfast bar with electric hob inset, extractor hood overhead and stainless steel sink. The kitchen area also has an integrated eye-level electric double oven, a stainless steel sink and drainer unit, space and plumbing for a dish-washer, integrated under-counter freezer and ample space for further free-standing kitchen appliances including a family size upright fridge-freezer. The separate utility room is to the rear of the kitchen and houses the boiler along with a further range of wall and floor cabinets, work surfaces and stainless steel sink and drainer with plumbing for laundry appliances.

The main bedroom has French doors opening out onto the outdoor space to the front of the property as well as built-in wardrobes and an ensuite shower room with shower enclosure with mains mixer shower, wash hand basin and toilet. The second bedroom also has built-in wardrobes and an ensuite shower room and all four offer stunning rural views. The family bathroom comprises a four-piece suite with bath, shower enclosure, wash hand basin and toilet. The vast attic space is accessed from the fourth bedroom. It is accessed using a fitted Ramsay ladder and is suitable for full conversion with plumbing and electrics already installed as well as Velux windows, providing an ideal opportunity to create additional living space for family, visitors or paying guests.

Finishing outside the property benefits from a generous lawned garden area to the front with further paddock beyond and enclosed courtyard to the rear. There is raised timber sun-deck, summer house with attached store, patio/BBQ area and double detached garage/workshop. There is a large agricultural tin shed offering a range of possible uses (which can be removed free of charge, should it be so desired). The property benefits from off-road parking with turning area for multiple vehicles. The boundaries are formed by stock-proof fencing and timber fences.

Transport, schools & amenities

The nearest schools are Kirkgunzeon Primary within the village and Dalbeattie High School.

Perfectly placed within the small village of Kirkgunzeon, 4 miles from the vibrant town of Dalbeattie and 10 miles from Dumfries.

Dalbeattie town itself has a variety of shops, supermarkets and restaurants including the Birch Tree Hotel, Luigi's Italian & many more. It also has a new (2018) all-through learning campus and modern, accessible health centre.

The surrounding area offers a wide range of country pursuits including sailing, horse riding, mountain biking (famous 7stanes Mountain Bike Trail in Dalbeattie Forest), fishing, bird watching, shooting and numerous coastal and woodland walks.

The Solway Coasts popular sailing village of Kippford can be found only 8 miles away with the sandy beaches of Rockcliffe & Sandyhills just a few more minutes away. The town makes an ideal base for exploring the Colvend Coast and the region's castles and gardens.

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.

The Solway coast is a popular holiday destination with the villages of Sandyhills, Colvend, Rockcliffe and Kippford in close proximity.

Colvend has a village shop, cafe, primary school and village hall. Kippford has two small hotels, craft shop, rnli station and the Solway Yacht club.

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, a shopping centre, schooling, a university campus, a range of bistros and medical facilities.

A brand new state-of-the-art regional hospital is only 15 minutes drive away.

Home report:

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