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£130,000
(£147/sq. ft)
2 bed cottage for saleCreetown, Newton Stewart DG8
2 beds
1 bath
1 reception
883 sq. ft
Just added
Freehold
About this property
Traditional detached two bedroom cottage
Rural setting just outside Creetown
Spacious dining kitchen
Two double bedrooms
Mature established garden grounds
Lounge with bay window and feature muti fuel burning stove
Spacious shower room with walk in shower
Convenient access to the A75 for commuting across Dumfries & Galloway
Recently installed air source heating & solar panels (2022) as well as cavity wall insulation
Occupying a generous plot on the outskirts of Creetown, this detached cottage offers well-proportioned accommodation all on one level and benefits from mature gardens, off-road parking and a pleasant rural setting.
The accommodation is entered via a welcoming entrance vestibule leading through to the main hallway. The lounge is a bright reception room featuring a bay window which allows for excellent levels of natural light and provides views over the surrounding garden grounds.
The dining kitchen offers ample space for everyday dining and provides access to the conservatory, creating a useful additional reception area overlooking the rear garden. The conservatory in turn opens directly onto the patio area, making it a practical extension of the living accommodation.
There are two generously sized double bedrooms, both benefiting from built-in storage. The principal bedroom is particularly spacious and enjoys a dual-window aspect, while the second bedroom features a bay window and fitted wardrobes.
The shower room has been fitted with a modern suite comprising a walk-in shower enclosure, wash hand basin with storage and WC.
Externally, the property enjoys established gardens which have been carefully cultivated over many years. To the rear, a paved patio provides space for outdoor seating. Beyond this lies a lawned garden with mature trees, shrubs and flowering borders creating a high degree of privacy. Further areas include raised planting beds, a greenhouse, sheds and productive growing spaces ideal for keen gardeners. Solar panels have also been installed, contributing towards the property’s energy efficiency.
This is a property that will particularly appeal to purchasers seeking a rural lifestyle, extensive garden grounds and single-level living within easy reach of local amenities.
Location
The property is situated just outside the village of Creetown in Dumfries & Galloway and enjoys a convenient position close to the A75, providing straightforward access to both Newton Stewart and Gatehouse of Fleet.
Creetown offers a range of everyday amenities including local shops, primary schooling, healthcare facilities, cafés and community services. The surrounding area is renowned for its scenic countryside, woodland walks and outdoor pursuits, with nearby attractions including the Galloway Forest Park, local beaches and the Solway coastline.
The regional centre of Newton Stewart lies a short drive away and provides a wider range of amenities including supermarkets, secondary schooling, leisure facilities and professional services. The A75 also offers good transport links east towards Dumfries and west towards Stranraer and the ferry links to Northern Ireland.
The area is well suited to those seeking a balance between rural living and accessibility, with a wealth of walking, cycling, fishing and wildlife opportunities available throughout the surrounding countryside.
Lounge (5.73m x 3.43m)
A spacious reception room featuring exposed ceiling beams and a focal point fireplace with inset multi-fuel stove. The room offers ample space for both lounge and dining furniture and benefits from a bay window overlooking the garden. An open archway and serving hatch connect the room to the kitchen, creating a practical layout for everyday living.
Kitchen (4.66m x 3.06m)
A generously proportioned fitted kitchen incorporating a range of base and wall-mounted units with complementary work surfaces and tiled-effect splashbacks. The room benefits from windows to two elevations, providing good levels of natural light and views towards the garden. There is ample space for appliances and additional freestanding furniture, while extensive built-in storage, display shelving and glazed cabinets enhance practicality. An open archway and fitted storage units create a connection to the adjoining lounge, maintaining the property’s traditional character. A rear door provides direct access to the rear porch.
Bedroom (4.41m x 3.72m)
A spacious double bedroom featuring a bay window to the front elevation, providing good levels of natural light. The room offers ample floor space for freestanding bedroom furniture and benefits from a built-in wardrobe with louvred doors, providing useful hanging and storage space. Finished with neutral décor and fitted carpeting, the room also incorporates wall-mounted lighting and central heating.
Bedroom (4.50m x 3.12m)
A generously proportioned double bedroom featuring two large front-facing windows which provide excellent natural light and outlook. The room offers substantial floor space, easily accommodating a double bed along with additional freestanding furniture. Built-in wardrobe storage is incorporated with louvred doors, while fitted carpeting, wall-mounted lighting and electric heating complete the accommodation. A decorative feature wall adds character to the room.
Shower Room (3.63m x 2.61m)
A spacious bathroom fitted with a white three-piece suite comprising WC, wash hand basin set within a vanity unit and a walk-in shower enclosure with glazed screen. The room is finished with decorative wall tiling, a wood-effect ceiling and vinyl flooring, while a window to the rear provides natural light and ventilation. Additional features include built-in storage beneath the vanity unit, wall-mounted mirror with lighting and central heating radiator.
Rear Porch (3.36m x 1.37m)
A glazed rear porch providing a useful transitional space between the house and garden. Featuring windows to both sides and a glazed door leading to the rear garden, the area offers good natural light throughout the day. The porch provides practical space for storage, gardening equipment or outdoor clothing and benefits from fitted shelving along one side. Ideal as a utility or potting area with direct access to the garden.
Rear Garden
The rear garden is arranged over a number of levels and enjoys a mature setting with a variety of established trees, shrubs and planting. A paved patio area directly to the rear of the property provides space for outdoor seating. Steps lead to further areas of lawn and planted borders, creating a private and sheltered environment. The garden also incorporates a glazed garden room/conservatory and offers a pleasant outlook across the surrounding greenery.
Garden
The rear garden is enclosed and primarily laid to lawn, with paved pathways providing access throughout. A range of mature trees, shrubs and established planting create a private setting, while dedicated growing areas, raised beds and a greenhouse offer excellent potential for gardening enthusiasts. The garden also benefits from a timber shed, external drying area and a variety of seating spaces positioned to enjoy the surroundings. A paved patio adjoining the property provides direct access to the conservatory.
The accommodation is entered via a welcoming entrance vestibule leading through to the main hallway. The lounge is a bright reception room featuring a bay window which allows for excellent levels of natural light and provides views over the surrounding garden grounds.
The dining kitchen offers ample space for everyday dining and provides access to the conservatory, creating a useful additional reception area overlooking the rear garden. The conservatory in turn opens directly onto the patio area, making it a practical extension of the living accommodation.
There are two generously sized double bedrooms, both benefiting from built-in storage. The principal bedroom is particularly spacious and enjoys a dual-window aspect, while the second bedroom features a bay window and fitted wardrobes.
The shower room has been fitted with a modern suite comprising a walk-in shower enclosure, wash hand basin with storage and WC.
Externally, the property enjoys established gardens which have been carefully cultivated over many years. To the rear, a paved patio provides space for outdoor seating. Beyond this lies a lawned garden with mature trees, shrubs and flowering borders creating a high degree of privacy. Further areas include raised planting beds, a greenhouse, sheds and productive growing spaces ideal for keen gardeners. Solar panels have also been installed, contributing towards the property’s energy efficiency.
This is a property that will particularly appeal to purchasers seeking a rural lifestyle, extensive garden grounds and single-level living within easy reach of local amenities.
Location
The property is situated just outside the village of Creetown in Dumfries & Galloway and enjoys a convenient position close to the A75, providing straightforward access to both Newton Stewart and Gatehouse of Fleet.
Creetown offers a range of everyday amenities including local shops, primary schooling, healthcare facilities, cafés and community services. The surrounding area is renowned for its scenic countryside, woodland walks and outdoor pursuits, with nearby attractions including the Galloway Forest Park, local beaches and the Solway coastline.
The regional centre of Newton Stewart lies a short drive away and provides a wider range of amenities including supermarkets, secondary schooling, leisure facilities and professional services. The A75 also offers good transport links east towards Dumfries and west towards Stranraer and the ferry links to Northern Ireland.
The area is well suited to those seeking a balance between rural living and accessibility, with a wealth of walking, cycling, fishing and wildlife opportunities available throughout the surrounding countryside.
Lounge (5.73m x 3.43m)
A spacious reception room featuring exposed ceiling beams and a focal point fireplace with inset multi-fuel stove. The room offers ample space for both lounge and dining furniture and benefits from a bay window overlooking the garden. An open archway and serving hatch connect the room to the kitchen, creating a practical layout for everyday living.
Kitchen (4.66m x 3.06m)
A generously proportioned fitted kitchen incorporating a range of base and wall-mounted units with complementary work surfaces and tiled-effect splashbacks. The room benefits from windows to two elevations, providing good levels of natural light and views towards the garden. There is ample space for appliances and additional freestanding furniture, while extensive built-in storage, display shelving and glazed cabinets enhance practicality. An open archway and fitted storage units create a connection to the adjoining lounge, maintaining the property’s traditional character. A rear door provides direct access to the rear porch.
Bedroom (4.41m x 3.72m)
A spacious double bedroom featuring a bay window to the front elevation, providing good levels of natural light. The room offers ample floor space for freestanding bedroom furniture and benefits from a built-in wardrobe with louvred doors, providing useful hanging and storage space. Finished with neutral décor and fitted carpeting, the room also incorporates wall-mounted lighting and central heating.
Bedroom (4.50m x 3.12m)
A generously proportioned double bedroom featuring two large front-facing windows which provide excellent natural light and outlook. The room offers substantial floor space, easily accommodating a double bed along with additional freestanding furniture. Built-in wardrobe storage is incorporated with louvred doors, while fitted carpeting, wall-mounted lighting and electric heating complete the accommodation. A decorative feature wall adds character to the room.
Shower Room (3.63m x 2.61m)
A spacious bathroom fitted with a white three-piece suite comprising WC, wash hand basin set within a vanity unit and a walk-in shower enclosure with glazed screen. The room is finished with decorative wall tiling, a wood-effect ceiling and vinyl flooring, while a window to the rear provides natural light and ventilation. Additional features include built-in storage beneath the vanity unit, wall-mounted mirror with lighting and central heating radiator.
Rear Porch (3.36m x 1.37m)
A glazed rear porch providing a useful transitional space between the house and garden. Featuring windows to both sides and a glazed door leading to the rear garden, the area offers good natural light throughout the day. The porch provides practical space for storage, gardening equipment or outdoor clothing and benefits from fitted shelving along one side. Ideal as a utility or potting area with direct access to the garden.
Rear Garden
The rear garden is arranged over a number of levels and enjoys a mature setting with a variety of established trees, shrubs and planting. A paved patio area directly to the rear of the property provides space for outdoor seating. Steps lead to further areas of lawn and planted borders, creating a private and sheltered environment. The garden also incorporates a glazed garden room/conservatory and offers a pleasant outlook across the surrounding greenery.
Garden
The rear garden is enclosed and primarily laid to lawn, with paved pathways providing access throughout. A range of mature trees, shrubs and established planting create a private setting, while dedicated growing areas, raised beds and a greenhouse offer excellent potential for gardening enthusiasts. The garden also benefits from a timber shed, external drying area and a variety of seating spaces positioned to enjoy the surroundings. A paved patio adjoining the property provides direct access to the conservatory.
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