For Sale2 Bedroom Terraced Bungalow in Springholm, Castle Douglas, DG7£150,000

THE PROPERTY A deceptively spacious two double bedroom traditional Galloway stone cottage dating back to 1880s, situated in the village of Springholm with excellent transport links for travel throughout the region and beyond. The fully flexible accommodation layout is currently configured to provide two double bedrooms, cosy lounge, open plan kitchen/diner with direct garden access and family bathroom. As well as the generous internal accommodation, the property also offers an abundance of outdoor space with a large private enclosed garden to the rear with greenhouse, sheds and views to open farmland. To the front there is off-road parking for two cars. The property benefits from electric heating and double glazing throughout. Viewing is essential to appreciate all this property both inside and out. ACCOMMODATION From the welcoming entrance the hallway provides access to the lounge to the front on the right and to the second double bedroom to the front on the left with family bathroom behind. The kitchen/diner is to the rear and the main bedroom leads off from the kitchen. The cosy lounge has a picture window to the front and feature fireplace with wood-burning stove. The kitchen comprises a range of modern wall and base cabinets with contrasting work surfaces. There is a double Belfast sink, electric oven and hob with extractor hood, integrated fridge/freezer and plumbing for a washing machine. The fabulous dining area offers the prefect space for both everyday and more formal dining, while French doors open out onto the patio area to the rear providing endless opportunities for outdoor living and entertaining. The modern family bathroom has a three-piece suite with bath with electric shower over and shower screen, vanity storage unit with wash hand basin inset, toilet and tiled finishings. The main bedroom to the rear has fitted storage and garden views. Finishing off outside, the driveway to the front of the property provides parking space for two cars. The private enclosed land-scaped rear garden is extensive, backing onto open countryside with sheds and greenhouse. There is a drying green and paved patio area for outdoor dining, sun terrace, timber summer house and an added bonus is the purpose-built enclosure with wood-fired hot-tub. The boundaries to the property are formed by hedging and timber fencing. TRANSPORT, SCHOOLS & AMENITIES Springholm Village lies between Crocketford and Castle Douglas and has a primary school, a shop and a pub. It is situated approximately 5 miles from the popular market town of Castle Douglas and is convenient for Dumfries (12 miles). The area is renowned for its diverse scenic beauty and offers a varied range of sporting activities including several golf courses and extensive shooting and fishing opportunities. The nearest secondary school is Castle Douglas High. A range of shops, schools, offices, doctors and dentists is available in Castle Douglas which is known as the region’s "Food Town". A broader range of amenities, plus a university campus and a brand new, state- of-the-art hospital are available in the regional capital of Dumfries, 12 miles away. The South West of Scotland is well-known for its mild climate, attractive unspoilt countryside and the diversity of sporting and recreational pursuits. There are good hill walking opportunities in the nearby Galloway Hills and cycling along the newly-designated cycle routes, as well as the 7 Stanes mountain bike routes in the Galloway Forest Park. The nearest of these is Dalbeattie Forest with its extensive network of specialist cycle paths, bridle ways and footpaths. There are varied sporting opportunities such as shooting and stalking, as well as trout and salmon fishing on the region's numerous lochs and rivers. For golf enthusiasts, there is the championship course at Southerness and several other courses nearby, including the 9-hole courses at Castle Douglas, Dalbeattie, and New Galloway. Beautiful Loch Ken has a popular sailing centre with a number of water sports and activities available. The Solway coast is also popular with sailors with both Kippford and Kirkcudbright having safe moorings. The National Trust for Scotland has a wonderful garden and house at Threave Estate which provides training for a number of horticulture students each year and a modern Visitor Centre with an excellent café and shop. In addition, Kirkcudbright is the local "Artists' Town" with a number of galleries offering a range of exhibitions throughout the year. Communications within the area are very good. There is a mainline railway station in Dumfries and Lockerbie, providing excellent links to both the north and south. The M74 motorway network can be reached in about an hour and there are regular flights to other parts of the UK, Ireland and Continental Europe from Prestwick Airport which is about 90 minutes’ drive to the North. Edinburgh and Glasgow airports can be reached in around two hours. Home report - The home report is available from onesurvey using the following link or downloadable from Yopa website Disclaimer Whilst we make enquiries with the Seller to ensure the information provided is accurate, Yopa makes no representations or warranties of any kind with respect to the statements contained in the particulars which should not be relied upon as representations of fact. 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