3 bed detached house for sale

Knowehead, Dalry DG7

Knowehead Cottage provides a rare opportunity to purchase a detached country cottage in a delightful woodland garden on the banks of Kendoon with stunning views across the Loch and neighbouring farmland. This wonderful country property has the added benefits of a separate detached Glamping Pod ‘Kendoon Cabin’ which is currently rented via Discover Scotland on a regular basis generating a generous additional income.

Knowehead Cottage was renovated by the current owners in early 2018 and is also currently rented out as a self-catering holiday let. The cottage enjoys breathtaking views of the loch and neighbouring countryside and is well positioned within a large wrap round garden which is completely self-contained away from the Kendoon Cabin.

Carsphairn a short drive away which has a thriving community with a village hall running different clubs. There is a primary schools in Dalry, which also has a Secondary School feeding Castle Douglas High School. There is a modern medical practice in New Galloway, wider amenities are also provided in both Castle Douglas and Ayr including shops, pubs, restaurants, hotels, and leisure facilities, and dental facilities. The property is conveniently positioned for a manageable commute to either Castle Douglas or Ayr.

Dalry is an attractive village with wide streets and it has an active community. In the heart of the village there is a village store and both the Clachan Inn and Lochinvar Hotel provide bar and restaurant facilities. Dalry is within the Glenkens which is well served by activities based at the Catstrand in New Galloway bringing community and arts facilities and events to the area. Dalry Town Hall and Community Centre also offer cultural and other events including a monthly producers market.

The south-west of Scotland is a genuinely rural area with its gentle rolling landscape, mild climate and dramatic coastline. The area has a good range of sport and outdoor activities with opportunities for fishing on the nearby rivers, hill walking on the nearby Southern Upland Way or Galloway Forest Park, water sports on Loch Ken, cycling at the 7Stanes trails, and of course golf.

Castle Douglas is a thriving Galloway market town, lying approximately 18 miles west of Dumfries and enjoying an enviable range of shops and other facilities in a town now promoted as a “Food Town”. The town also has a wide range of facilities including excellent primary and secondary schools, modern Health Centre, supermarkets and a thriving community run theatre, The Fullarton, nearby.

The Dumfries and Galloway Region is renowned for its beautiful countryside with rolling pastures broken by stone dykes and amenity woodland with a rugged coastline. Benefiting from the Gulf Stream, the general climate is mild and there are consequently many beautiful gardens nearby including the National Trust Gardens at Threave.

Knowehead cottage

accommodation

Knowehead Cottage is entered from uPVC double glazed door from driveway into:-

garden room 2.52m x 5.58m lengthening to 6.27m
Bright spacious garden room with an abundance of natural light from uPVC double glazed windows to front and both sides. Venetian blinds. UPVC double glazed French doors lead out to patio area to front offering fine views over Kendoon Loch, with curtain pole and curtains above. 2 electric Haverland heaters. Doorbell. Built-in walk in laundry cupboard and further walk in pantry/storage cupboard. Smoke alarm. Heat sensor. Ceiling spotlights. 2 further ceiling lights. Internal uPVC double glazed window into kitchen. Natural stone flooring. UPVC double glazed door leads into kitchen with inset coir mat.

Laundry Cupboard / Boot Room 0.80m x 1.93m
Well positioned laundry cupboard housing, washing machine and tumble dryer with shelving above. Natural slate tiled floor. Coat hooks. Sangamo thermostatic controller. Ceiling light.

Pantry/Storage Cupboard 1.61m x 1.93m
Generous walk in pantry cupboard with built-in shelving. Coat hooks. Ceiling light. Natural slate tiled floor.

Kitchen 4.60m x 2.88m
Accessed directly from the garden room this conveniently located kitchen benefits from a good range of fitted shaker style kitchen units with solid wooden work surfaces and tiled splash-backs. Wall mounted pan rack. Freestanding Hotpoint electric cooker available under separate negotiation. Integrated dishwasher. Emersion heater control. Electric panel heater. UPVC sash and case window to rear with roller blind above. Recessed alcove with built in shelving. Smoke alarm. 2 sets of ceiling spotlights. Vinyl flooring. Wooden door leading into:-

sitting room 3.64m x 4.67m
Good sized reception room with uPVC double glazed picture window to front with fine views across the garden to Kendoon Loch and hills beyond. Curtain track and curtains. Electric panel heater. Built-in wooden seating with hidden storage beneath. UPVC sash and case window to rear. 2 wall lights. Open fireplace with tiled hearth and surround. Pine corner cupboard available under separate negotiation. TV aerial point. Wood paneled painted ceiling. Ceiling light. Fitted carpet. Wooden door into:-

hallway 1.96m x 1.49m
Carpeted staircase leading to first floor level. Step up to bathroom and doorway leading off to ground floor bedroom. Rcd consumer unit. BT telephone point. Pv solar panel controls and isolator. Electric meter. Fitted carpet. UPVC double glazed storm doors to rear.

Bathroom 1.91m x 2.14m x 3.29m
Suite of white wash-hand basin and W.C. White bath with electric Mira Sport shower above and glazed shower screen to side. Tiled splash-backs. Chrome heated towel rail. UPVC opaque glazed window to front with deep sill beneath. Under stairs storage cupboard. Fixed bathroom mirror. Partially coombed ceiling. Ceiling light. Vinyl flooring

double bedroom 1 4.58m x 3.44m
Generous ground floor double bedroom with large uPVC double glazed picture window looking over the front garden to the Loch beyond. 8 bespoke built-in solid wooden bunk beds with each bed area having its own lighting. Built-in shelving. UPVC double glazed sash and case window to rear with curtain track and curtains above. Coat hooks. Ceiling light. Electric heater. Fitted carpet.

Carpeted staircase with painted wood paneling and painted wooden handrail leading to first floor level

First Floor Accommodation

landing 0.81m x 1.60m
Recessed alcove with hanging rail. Velux window. Wall light. Partially coombed ceiling. Solis solar panel inverter (This has been set up that it could accommodate a battery storage facility if required). Fitted carpet.

Double bedroom 2 4.82m (into window seat) x 3.36m widening to 3.47m
Beautiful double bedroom with an abundance of natural light from 2 large uPVC double glazed picture windows to front and rear providing a magnificent view across Kendoon Loch to the hills beyond. Electric panel heater. Original inglenook fireplace with cast iron hearth and mantel above. Painted wooden window seat. Ceiling light. Partially coombed ceiling. Fitted Carpet.

Master bedroom with en-suite 4.92m x 4.40m
Another spacious double bedroom with ample natural light from 2 large uPVC double glazed picture windows to front and rear. This lovely room also enjoys a magnificent view over Kendoon Loch. Electric panel heater. Original inglenook fireplace with cast iron surround and mantel above. Partially coombed ceiling. Ceiling light. Fitted carpet. Wooden door leading into:-

En-suite Shower Room 3.14m x 3.45m (into doorway) x 2.68m
Spacious en-suite shower room with uPVC partially opaque window overlooking garden. White wash-hand basin. White W.C. Large storage cupboard. Mira Sport electric shower with tiled splash-backs. Large shower cubicle. Walk in linen cupboard with built-in shelving and hot water cylinder. Vinyl flooring. Chrome heated towel rail. Electric radiator.

Outside

kendoon cabin
Self-contained detached wooden ‘glamping’ pod with its own access through a delightful woodland garden from gated off-road parking area. This delightful cabin enjoys magnificent views across Kendoon Loch.

The current owners operate Kendoon Cabin as a self-catering holiday let via Discover Scotland which generates a substantial reliable income. The property could also be used as a home office or artist’s studio.

Kendoon Cabin is accessed through double glazed French doors, with curtain, from the decking area at the front into spacious open plan Kitchen / Living / Sleeping area. Wood-effect laminate flooring.

The kitchen area benefits from a good range of contemporary fitted kitchen units, work surfaces and breakfast bar area. Stainless steel sink with mixer tap and drainer to side. Integrated oven/microwave. Integrated electric hob. Integrated dishwasher. Double glazed window to side with roller blind above. Further window to side in sleeping area. Ceiling light. Doorway leading to Shower Room.

The shower room has a white wash-hand basin with hot water tank beneath, WC and walk-in shower cubicle. Opaque glazed window.

Gardens

Delightful woodland garden grounds extending to approximately 2.6 acres extending down to the high water mark on the banks of Kendoon Loch. This wonderful woodland garden is a haven for wildlife and regular visitors including Red Squirrels and a variety of birds. Ospreys are often seen visiting the Loch.

2 Wooden Log stores. Metal shed housing water treatment plant. Secure shed. Gravel parking for a number of cars. Dog kennel.

Burdens
The properties are currently rented out as a self-catering holiday lets.

Energy performance rating

The Energy Efficiency Rating for this property is F.

The agents assume that the subjects are served by private water, mains electricity, and private drainage but no guarantee can be given at this stage.

Solar panels

Kendoon has 12 solar panels located on a sloping area of ground at the far end of the garden. These have been installed to allow battery storage if required. The power generated does not feed back into the grid.

Ev Charging Point

To the front of the property is an ev charging point 7.2kw type 2 charger which either allows charging via the Monta platform app for the public or holiday cottage guests or free of charge through a group that the owner is administrator for.

Contents

Please note that some of the contents may be available by separate negotiation.

Advertising

Please note that the website and social media pages for Knowehead Cottage are available by separate negotiation should someone wish to continue operating the properties as a business.