Birch Lodge, Auchenhill, Colvend, Dalbeattie, Kirkcudbrightshire, DG5 4QW

The property

Spacious and beautifully presented timber-clad house finished to an exacting specification tucked away in a secluded woodland location on the outskirts of Colvend. Birch Lodge is a delightful detached property benefitting from a peaceful woodland location with superb views over the Solway Firth from its elevated position. This property would be well suited to a number of different buyers who are looking for a peaceful rural retreat a short distance away from the coast. This detached timber-clad house offers spacious and beautifully presented accommodation, and was individually designed and finished to a high specification throughout benefitting from modern oil-fired central heating and double glazing. The woodland setting makes the garden the perfect location for nature lovers to spot a range of wildlife including red squirrels, deer and red kites as well as taking in the magnificent coastal views. Thoughtfully laid out garden ground wraps around the property extending to approximately half an acre. A new large shed and spacious parking area complete the accommodation on offer. The property would be ideal as a private holiday home or alternatively for use as holiday let allowing the owners to take advantage of the recent boom in staycations. South west Scotland is well known for its mild climate and attractive unspoilt countryside and for the diversity of sporting and recreational pursuits. Kippford is famous for its sailing club and regattas and is the hub for the sailing community in the south west of Scotland. In addition, there is good hill-walking in the nearby Galloway Hills. You are also ideally placed for all major road links and access to the regional DGRI Hospital site at the Garroch (all within 20 miles). The property is perfectly situated close to the centre of town providing easy access to Dalbeattie's very good range of local facilities, retail outlets, pubs and restaurants. The town itself benefits from the recently modernised Dalbeattie Learning Campus and newly built Health Centre. There are also a number of sporting activities available, including tennis courts (situated in Colliston Park), golf course, badminton, and the renowned "7 stanes" mountain bike course. The town itself is well-sited a short distance from Dumfries and its new state-of the- art hospital and the attractive Solway Coast around Kippford and Rockcliffe is only a few minutes' drive away. The regional market town of Castle Douglas (also known as "The Food Town") and the Artists' Town of Kirkcudbright are also nearby.