1 bed house with land over one acre for sale in Dalry

Drummanister, is a registered small holding with a delightful detached cottage located on the edge of Corriedoo Forest within the Galloway Dark Sky Park with the nearest neighbours some ½ mile distant. There are a number of forest walks and three lochs within easy walking distance of the cottage. Although the property is located in a rural area there are 3 villages within 5 miles including New Galloway with Primary School, Doctors Surgery, Village shop and 'Catstrand' shop, cafe and multi-purpose theatre. The flourishing market town of Castle Douglas is a pleasant 18 mile drive along the side of Loch Ken. The nearby village of Dalry also has the benefit of general grocery shops, filling station, and restaurant as well as a Primary School and a Secondary School. The property is a traditional 1½ storey Galloway Cottage which provides flexible accommodation that is sure to suit a number of different buyers. The elevated location provides the cottage with a fantastic vantage point to take in the fine views across the cottages own grounds towards the Rhinns of Kells in the distance. The rural setting of this charming property means that it is a haven for wildlife. Castle Douglas is a thriving Galloway market town, lying approximately 18 miles south-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. Outside Drummanister is well positioned within a generous wrap round garden protected by deer fence. It is a haven for a variety of wildlife and birds with further ground including the small wood of hardwood trees and field extending to approximately 10 Acres in total. The property is accessed via 100 metre tree lined private driveway leading off a forestry track, and benefits from ample parking for a number of vehicles. Beyond the barn is an extensive vegetable garden with polytunnel and 5 raised veg beds. Greenhouse with Peach Tree. There are also Victoria Plum, Pear, and Apple trees as well as productive Black Currant, Red Currant and Gooseberry bushes. This delightful garden features several lawned areas interspersed with mature shrubs, fruit trees and wild flower areas providing variety and colour all year round. The rear garden benefits from 4 separate patios bordered by well-established flower beds and ponds Stone Barn There is a large stone built barn under slate roof, approximately 26 metres in length, divided in two with sky lights and with power. Up and over door to front with further wooden pedestrian door to side. There is a car port extension and covered whirligig area. Summer House There is a spacious, fully insulated and double glazed summer house with TV point and electricity which provides a different outlook across the garden with views of the Rhinns of Kells beyond. Red squirrels are often seen perched on bird feeders from this vantage point.