Colvend, Dalbeattie, DG5

The Property

Situated in the vicinity of the exclusive coastal hamlet of Colvend, this three bedroom, three bathroom link detached two storey cottage sits in an elevated position offering panoramic views of the delightful surrounding countryside within walking distance of the picturesque cliff top village of Porting and minutes from a host of stunning natural coastal beauty spots including Castle Point, Rockcliffe and Kippford. The flexible accommodation layout over two floors comprises on the ground floor spacious open plan kitchen/living/dining space with a wood-burning stove and scenic rural views, as well as the downstairs third double bedroom complete with full-size ensuite bathroom (offering a range of possible options for alternative use including a sitting room/snug or home office), a guest cloakroom/WC and front porch. On the upper floor there are two further double bedrooms both with full-size ensuite bathrooms. Outside there are garden grounds with a timber shed and drying green as well as off-road parking for multiple vehicles. The property benefits from oil-fired central heating and double glazing throughout with potential to add solar panels if desired. With private courtyard garden to the side and rear as well as designated off-road parking and communal gardens to the front the property presents an ideal family home for permanent or holiday use.

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ACCOMMODATION

The entrance to the rear of the property opens into the generous open plan living space with designated kitchen, dining and lounge areas. From here there is access to the first of three spacious double bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms, the downstairs toilet and the staircase to the the upper floor accommodation comprising two further double bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms and under eaves storage. The kitchen comprises a range of fitted wall and base cabinets with marble effect work surfaces and washable panelled splashback. There is an electric oven and hob, stainless steel sink and drainer unit with plumbing for a washing machine and ample space for a range of free-standing white goods as well as a breakfast bar for informal family dining. From the kitchen there is open plan access to the lounge and dining areas. There is a feature fireplace in the lounge with wood-burning stove inset. The dining space is ideal for both every day meals and entertaining. From the lounge area there is access to the front porch, downstairs double bedroom and guest cloakroom/WC with a staircase leading to the upper floor. All three bedrooms are spacious doubles with ensuite full-size bathrooms comprising modern three-pice bathroom suites.

Finishing outside, there are private garden grounds to the rear and side of the property. There is a timber shed, off-road parking area and drying green. rear. There are panoramic scenic rural views from both inside and outside the property and a choice of unspoilt beaches within walking distance.

TRANSPORT, SCHOOLS & AMENITIES

The nearest primary school is less than a mile 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. Closeby 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 in the other with the islands of Rough and Hestan within reach. Dalbeattie is nearby, with a variety of shops, supermarkets, cafes, pubs, restaurants and hotels including 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 10-15 minutes drive away.

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