5 St. Cuthberts Avenue, Dumfries, DG2 7NZ

NW0709 - 

Entrance to the house is via a broad and welcoming reception hall with great storage courtesy of a built-in closet. Attractive oak flooring flows naturally to the light-filled recreational spaces.  The stunning light and airy lounge and dining room are swathed in warm light from a full-length picture window framing the rear garden views, accentuated by a lofty vaulted ceiling with characterful exposed beams. A statement wood-burning stove offers a cosy focal point to the lounge, whilst steps lead up to a spacious and tastefully appointed dining room, perfect for family relaxation and sociable entertaining. A modern kitchen provides great storage in base and wall units, with ample worktop space. There is a full complement of integrated appliances,  including an oven, gas hob, hood, fridge/freezer, dishwasher and washing machine.

Annexe

Entering from the hallway, the property features a versatile space that forms its wing and can be adapted to be used as a fully functional separate annexe. The generous living room has a warm, traditional feel to it and incorporates an elegant feature fireplace and chandelier-style lighting. This, in turn, connects naturally to a lengthy sun room, where the wraparound windows take advantage of the peaceful viewpoint across the grounds and has patio doors accessing a decked sun terrace and the rear garden. Brimming with warm light and elevated by a high, pitched ceiling. A smartly appointed kitchen is fitted with base and wall units and complimentary worktops and all integrated appliances. A utility room provides further storage and has a separate entrance. Completing this floor is a spacious double bedroom set to the rear of the house and an immaculate three-piece shower room, offset by marble effect wet wall panelling.

First Floor

Continuing to the master suite, there is a sizeable bedroom which features two sets of wardrobes and a built-in cupboard. The master en-suite is large enough to accommodate a 3 piece suite comprising of a bath and mains fed shower, a low-level WC and a wash hand basin. Bedrooms two and three are good-sized doubles with generous built-in storage, whilst the remaining large double bedroom is finished in neutral decor and grey fitted carpet and is currently being utilised as a quiet family room/home office. The four-piece family bathroom offers a free-standing bath and a separate walk-in shower, WC and vanity unit with a countertop basin.

Outside

The property boasts a fully mono-blocked driveway and a single garage with rear storage space providing abundant off-street parking. Externally the property is finished off by the secluded lawned gardens, set in 0.49 acres fringed by a colourful array of mature shrubs and plants. There are various areas to be enjoyed by all of the family including a decked section and a smartly paved patio ideal for seating. Lined with mature trees giving a high degree of privacy, this creates a tranquil spot to relax in sunny climates.

The property benefits from gas central heating and double glazing.

The nearest primary schools are Laurieknowe, Cargenbridge and Troqueer, all held in excellent local regard. The nearest secondary school is Dumfries Academy within easy walking distance. Dumfries town centre is attractive and can be reached within a 15-minute stroll and offers a combination of good shopping facilities and historic buildings. Dumfries is also the home of a substantial college and university campus located within beautiful grounds overlooking the town and has three golf courses. A regular local bus servicing the town centre stops in the immediate vicinity. Further afield, Dumfries train station provides regular links to Glasgow and all points south, as does the bus station situated on the Whitesands by the River Nith.      There are regular and quick train connections to Edinburgh from the small town of Lockerbie, just a few miles away. Lockerbie also has a regular bus service with Dumfries. The M6 and M74 road networks are accessible nearby at Moffat, Gretna and Lockerbie. The surrounding area offers glorious countryside and historic sites with easy access to the beautiful coast and a multitude of sporting and country pursuits, including sailing, horse riding, mountain biking, fishing, golf and fine coastal and woodland walks.

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The seller reserves the right to sell at any time and is not obliged to set a closing date. In the event of a Closing Date being set, the seller is not obliged to accept the highest or any offer. Before consideration of any offer, interested parties will be expected to provide proof of the source of funds. We will also require proof of buyer ID conforming to HMRC requirements for anti-money laundering purposes.

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