Woodend Cottage, Gatehouse of Fleet, Castle Douglas, Kirkcudbrightshire, DG7 2EF
Sale history
£460,000 in August 2023
The property
Woodend Cottage is an immaculately presented detached Galloway cottage which sits just over a mile from the edge of the conservation village of Gatehouse of Fleet in a lovely rural location yet conveniently located for the shops and other amenities of Gatehouse of Fleet which is approximately a mile or so away. This charming property has been sympathetically renovated and extended by the current owners to provide bright and spacious flexible accommodation throughout. It is thought that Woodend Cottage is sure to suit a number of different buyers and early viewing is advised. The historic 17th Century ruined kirk of Anwoth is in close proximity, which featured in the cult film "The Wickerman". The immediate surroundings of Woodend Cottage are delightful with a few properties nearby and interested parties will appreciate the close proximity of Woodend Loch and the attractions of Killiegowan Wood which is designated as a site of Special Scientific Interest. A variety of trails through the wood make for easy exploration, and a wide variety of wildlife can be seen, with herons, ducks, buzzards, swans, stoats and red squirrels all being frequent visitors to the surrounding woodland and often to the garden itself. Nearby Gatehouse of Fleet offers all the usual amenities of shopping, hotels, restaurants, etc and its leisure facilities include a golf course, tennis courts, bowling green and cricket pitch, etc. The amenity is increased by the ready access to the A75 Euro route which runs from Dumfries to the east to Stranraer to the west. The main centres of Edinburgh and Glasgow are approximately 100 miles distant. Outside: Woodend has extensive garden grounds extending to approximately 2 acres laid mainly to lawn interspersed with well stocked formal flower beds, borders and a wide variety of mature shrubs and trees. Gravelled drive and extensive car parking to side and rear. At the far end of the garden is a delightful wild life garden with a variety of wild flowers. The current owners are completely self-sufficient in vegetables from a productive vegetable plot. There is a large poly tunnel and productive fruit cages. Greenhouse. Log Store. 3 Wooden Sheds.
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Reception Hallway
Bright spacious ‘L’ shaped reception hallway providing access to all main accommodation. The immediate entrance area is laid to tile effect laminate flooring with a double walk-in cupboard providing useful storage for coats. The main central hallway area has a fitted carpet. Ceiling light. Smoke alarms. Central heating thermostatic control. Loft access hatch. Further built-in storage cupboard. 2 Radiators with thermostatic valve. Alarm box. Recessed LED ceiling spotlights.
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Sittingroom
6.8 m X 4.39 m / 22'4" X 14'5"
Accessed directly from the reception hallway this beautifully proportioned bright spacious sitting room benefits from ample natural daylight from large uPVC double glazed windows to front, side and rear with curtain track and curtains above. Ceiling light and cornicing. Inglenook style feature fireplace with brick surround, cast iron wood burning stove sat on a slate hearth. Carpet.
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Garden Room
4.72 m X 3.45 m / 15'6" X 11'4"
This lovely bright Garden room is accessed directly from the main sitting room and benefits from wrap round views across the garden. Ceiling light. Radiator with thermostatic valve. Carpet.
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Open Plan Kitchen/ Dining Room
5.04 m X 4.87 m / 16'6" X 16'0"
Accessed directly from the reception hallway and rear vestibule, this beautifully appointed open plan kitchen / dining area provides light, bright, spacious facilities with views overlooking the landscaped garden grounds. Kitchen area: Contemporary fitted kitchen providing ample storage and preperation space. Large America style fridge freezer. Corian style work surfaces. Built-in double oven. Electric induction hob with Black chimney extractor hood. Stainless steel 1½ bowl sink with mixer tap. uPVC double glazed window to side. LED recess spotlights. Radiator with thermostatic valve. Tile effect Laminate Flooring. Opens into:- Dining area: Good Sized dining area which easily accommodates a dining table and sofa. This pleasant area provides the ideal spot for entertaining overlooking the garden. Large uPVC picture window to front and 2 further uPVC double glazed windows to side provide an abundance of natural light. Radiator. 2 ceiling lights. Tile effect laminate floor.
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Rear Vestibule
2.07 m X 1.14 m / 6'9" X 3'9"
From dining area, door leading into: - Built-in shelving and coat hooks. Tile effect laminate floor. uPVC composite double glazed door leading out to garden.
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Shower Room
3.09 m X 1.71 m / 10'2" X 5'7"
Contemporary shower room with white wash hand basin and W.C inset in to vanity unit with shower boards and built-in mirror. Large walk-in corner shower cubicle with electric shower. Obscure glazed window to front with roller blind above. Extractor fan. Ceiling lights. Chrome heated towel radiator. Tile effect vinyl flooring.
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Double Bedroom 1
4.08 m X 3.1 m / 13'5" X 10'2"
Bright spacious front facing double bedroom currently used as office/music room. uPVC double glazed window with curtain track and curtains above. Ceiling cornicing. Ceiling lights. Radiator with thermostatic valve. Fitted carpet.
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Double Bedroom 2
3.46 m X 2.99 m / 11'4" X 9'10"
3.46m x 2.99m (narrowing to 2.48) Front facing double bedroom. Large uPVC double glazed picture window with deep sill, curtain track and curtains. Built-in wardrobes. Contemporary slim line radiator. Carpet.
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Master Bedroom with Ensuite
4.15 m X 3.39 m / 13'7" X 11'1"
2.62m (widening to 4.15m x 3.39m) Good size double bedroom with uPVC double glazed window, with deep sill beneath. Curtain track and curtains above overlooking the side garden. Built-in triple wardrobe with sliding doors. Carpet
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En-suite Shower Room
2.6 m X 1.9 m / 8'6" X 6'3"
From master bedroom, obscure glazed door leading in to:- Modern ensuite shower room with white W.C. White wash hand basin inset in to high gloss vanity unit with splashback. Corner shower unit with electric shower. backlit vanity mirror. Window to rear and side providing additional natural light. ceiling spotlights. Chrome heated towel rail. Vinyl flooring.
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Inner Hallway
3.68 m X 1.57 m / 12'1" X 5'2"
Architectural slim line window providing additional natural light into the inner hall and giving a glimpse of the delightful garden grounds. Partially coombed ceiling. Solid wooden floor.
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Music Room/ Bedroom 4
5.14 m X 3.9 m / 16'10" X 12'10"
From inner hallway, doorway leading into:- This wonderful addition to the property has 3 Architectural windows to rear providing an interesting view across the magnificent garden grounds. Partially coombed ceiling with large velux window to side. Aluclad double glazed French door leading out to garden. Electric panel heater. Solid wooden flooring. Currently used as a music room this beautiful, bright room would make a magnificent master bedroom.
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