3 bed detached bungalow for sale

Stronord, Newton Stewart DG8

EPC rating = D council tax band = F
The property


Delightful bright and spacious detached bungalow with flexible accommodation layout, occupying a generous plot, situated in the tranquil rural hamlet of Stronord in the heart of the Cairnsmore National Nature Reserve, with views over the forest park to the Galloway peaks of Southern Uplands including Cairnsmore, The Merrick and Lamachan. The property features a spacious, dual aspect lounge with wood burning stove, a separate dining room/snug or fourth bedroom as required, smart dine-in kitchen, separate utility room, three further double bedrooms, with ensuite shower room to the main bedroom, family bathroom and ample storage. Outside there is a detached garage/workshop, extensive wraparound gardens offering views over open countryside. The generous gated driveway to the front provides secure off-road parking for multiple vehicles. The property benefits from UPVC double glazing and oil-fired central heating throughout. Ideally suited to families, professionals and retirees, the property would make an ideal new home, offering a change of lifestyle, providing an attractive peaceful base from which to explore the nearby unspoilt coast and countryside of rural Galloway and Wigtownshire. The flexible accommodation layout could be reconfigured to provide a fourth double bedroom or home office to suit a range of modern living/working arrangements. The property is immaculately presented in truly turn-key condition. Viewing essential to appreciate all this enviable property has to offer both inside and out.

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Accommodation


The front door to the property opens into the welcoming large glazed vestibule/sun room leading to the inner hallway which provides access firstly to the master bedroom with ensuite shower room, fitted wardrobes and picture window. The ensuite shower room comprises a modern three-piece white suite with walk-in shower enclosure with electric shower, pedestal wash hand basin and toilet. The family bathroom next door also has a stylish Respatex finish with bath, shower enclosure with electric shower, pedestal wash hand basin, toilet and heated towel rail. The other two double bedrooms are to the rear of the property enjoying garden views and both have built-in storage. The dine-in kitchen is to the front of the property and comprises a range of fitted wall and base cabinets with wooden counter tops and tiled splashback. There is a black resin sink and drainer, electric oven and hob and space for a range of integrated appliances. The generously proportioned kitchen provides plenty of space for both informal family dining and more formal entertaining. Across the hallway there is a separate utility room with a further range of wall and base units, work surfaces, tiled splashback and an additional sink with space and plumbing for laundry appliances. The utility room also houses the oil-fired combination condensing boiler. The spacious lounge is also to the front of the property and is dual aspect, again with stunning views. There is a feature fireplace with wood-burning stove. The second reception room to the rear of the property is also dual aspect with full length windows to take full advantage of the scenic outlook. The room is currently configured as a sitting-room/study but could easily provide a fourth double bedroom or formal dining room if required.

Finishing off outside, the substantial gardens are laid out to the front, side and rear of the property bordering onto open countryside and the Cairnsmore National Nature Reserve. There is a patio area offering opportunity for outdoor dining and entertaining. There is a timber garden shed and more than ample space for a lodge, cabin or summer house to be installed in the rear garden where the elevated position offers the opportunity to enjoy the panoramic views and tranquility of the Galloway Forest Park by day and star-gazing by night. The property boundaries are mostly defined by timber fences and hedges.

Transport, schools & amenities

The nearest primary school and pre-school nursery provision are in Minnigaff, Newton Stewart (3 miles) with the nearest secondary school being Douglas Ewart High School in Newton Stewart with school transport available. Palnure is a small rural hamlet off the A75 major transport route with spectacular coastal and mountain range views. The closest commercial centre is the bustling Galloway town of Newton Stewart, the gateway to the spectacular Galloway Forest Park (Scotland’s first Dark Sky Park) with native red deer and wild goats, picnic sites, hill and forest trails and tranquil lochs. Newton Stewart has a wide range of local amenities including a modern health centre, pharmacies, banks, Post Office, supermarkets, cafes, pubs, hotels, restaurants, library, cinema and the Merrick Leisure Centre with gym, swimming pool and fitness suite. As well as visiting the area’s historical sites you can enjoy cycling through the nature reserve literally on the doorstep and wider Machars area on marked cycle routes. There are opportunities for eating out and shopping at a number of locations throughout the area including Newton Stewart, Gatehouse of Fleet and Wigtown. The surrounding area offers a wide range of country pursuits including sailing, horse riding, mountain biking, fishing, bird watching and numerous coastal and woodland walks. Wigtown the Book Town’s annual literary festival attracts celebrity authors and international visitors. Newton Stewart is the hub for the largely​ rural area of Wigtownshire offering a wide variety of shops including major supermarket chains, services and businesses which provide visitors and local people alike with friendly, personal service. Communication links in the area are good with railway stations from Barrhill to Ayr (50 miles) and Dumfries (45 miles). The M77, linking the area to Glasgow and central Scotland is also accessed at Ayr. The nearest international airports are at Prestwick (about 53 miles) and Glasgow (about 87 miles). Prestwick has regular flights to an increasing number of international destinations. Cairnryan lies about 20 miles away and is the main ferry terminal for Northern Ireland with services to both Larne and Belfast. Coach services link to Manchester airport, Birmingham and London Victoria.

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