HAWTHORNBANK, BANKEND ROAD, DUMFRIES

HAWTHORNBANK, BANKEND ROAD, DUMFRIES

HAWTHORNBANK, BANKEND ROAD, DUMFRIES, DG1 4QS A spacious detatched four bedroomed bungalow with 5 acres of grounds with stables, occupying an enviable rural position with panoramic views over open country towards the Solway Firth, Maxwelton Braes and Criffel. Hawthornbank is a bungalow which has been sympathetically extended and modernised to provide family accommodation within a stunning rural setting only 4 miles south of Dumfries town centre in South West Scotland. Located just outside the Nith Estuary National Scenic Area the property benefits from all round views over the surrounding countryside towards prominent features such as the Lake District Hills and Criffel an imposing and isolated Corbett towering above the Nith Estuary. It provides a challenging climb to the keen hiker. Dumfries town has many amenities, including local primary schools and three senior schools as well as the University and College campuses. The town has an excellent range of healthcare facilities within easy reach and is supplied by several national chain stores and supermarkets, including Marks & Spencer, Debenhams, Tesco and Morrisons. The area is striking in terms of its leisure facilities, with forest trails and walks as well as a variety of other outdoor pursuits available locally including fishing, sailing, riding and mountain biking, while the south west region of Scotland provides more than ten golf courses within easy reach. Environmental interests are catered for by the well established WWT Caerlaverock Wetland Centre and the Caerlaverock National Nature Reserve, both close to Caerlaverock Castle. Historically, the town of Dumfries has been a Royal Burgh for over 800 years as well as being the one time home of Robert Burns. The nearby village of Glencaple offers many local amenities, including a shop, Post Office and cafe and Hotel/Restaurant. DESCRIPTION Hawthornbank is a very attractive property with grounds extending to approximately 5.5 acres in total, made up of a medium sized garden, a small paddock with two stables, a tack room/store and an adjoining field. The accommodation is all on ground floor level and benefits from hardwood framed double glazing and oil fired central heating. There are four double bedrooms, two of which the master bedroom, and the guest bedroom boast en-suite facilities and fitted wardrobes. A large kitchen, separate dining room, sitting room and conservatory provide ample space for entertaining and general family living. The property facilities are complemented by a generous family bathroom, a small library, a well equipped laundry/ utility room giving way into a garage/workshop with electric up and over doors. There is extensive storage capacity throughout. The additional land and outbuildings obviously provide excellent opportunities for lifestyle purchasers with an interest in livestock or horses. ACCOMMODATION See floorplans. GARDENS/GROUNDS There is a formal garden to the rear of the property and a large gravel parking area to the front of the house. The garden includes shrubs, bushes in several borders, and an easy to maintain lawn. A sheltered south facing paved patio area provides plenty of scope for outside dining and relaxing. GENERAL INFORMATION SERVICES Mains electricity and water. Private septic tank drainage. Oil fired central heating boiler.

METHOD OF SALE The property is for sale by private treaty. Offers should be submitted in proper Scottish legal terms to the selling agents. A closing date for offers may be fixed and prospective purchasers are advised to register their interest with Smiths Gore following inspection. The owners reserve the right to sell without imposing a closing date and will not be bound to accept the highest, or indeed any, offer. DATE OF ENTRY By mutual agreement. RIGHTS OF WAY, EASEMENTS & WAYLEAVES Sold subject to and with the benefit of all existing rights of way, easements and wayleaves. The most notable right of way is over the track to the south of the bungalow which separates it from the field, over which there is a right of pedestrian and vehicular access to the property, subject to contributing towards the cost of maintenance and repair. This servitude will not extend to any future non-agricultural development on the land (ie. residential or commercial), and must not be blocked or obstructed at any time. LOCAL AUTHORITY Dumfries and Galloway Council, Council Offices, English Street, Dumfries, t 030 33 33 3000 EPC GRADE Grade F. OUTGOINGS Council Tax Band F. FIXTURES AND FITTINGS Some curtains will be excluded from the sale except by separate negotiation. SOLICITORS Colledge and Vaughan, 30 Castle Street, Dumfries, DG1 1DU. t 01387 240044. POST CODE DG1 4QS. DIRECTIONS From Dumfries head south past Dumfries and Galloway Royal Infirmary towards Bankend village. On leaving the town continue on this road for approximately 2 miles until you reach Hawthornbank on your right. VIEWING Strictly by appointment with Smiths Gore. t 01387 263066. DATE OF INFORMATION Particulars prepared February 2015 Photographs taken February 2015 Reproduced from the Ordnance Survey map with the sanction of the Controller of H.M. Stationery Office Licence No. ES100004883 CROWN COPYRIGHT RESERVED The plan is published for convenience only. Although it is thought to be correct its accuracy cannot be guaranteed and it does not form part of the contract. NOT TO SCALE. IMPORTANT NOTICE Any photographs and information are for illustration and guidance purposes only and should not be relied upon as an illustration of the state of the property or otherwise. Items shown in photographs should be considered as not being part of the sale of the property unless specifically stated otherwise, or negotiated direct with the seller. The measurements provided are for guidance purposes only; measurements should be verified by a prospective buyer before proceeding with any purchase, or incurring any costs. Services and appliances have not, and will not, be tested by us. A prospective buyer should obtain independent legal and other professional advice concerning the property and all and every issue relating to the transfer of the legal title in the property to him or her. We will not be responsible for any verbal statement made by any member of staff or any losses that result from such a statement. If you require an opinion regarding an issue relating to the property, please contact us and we will provide this where possible.

Hawthorn-Bank 53.5m 48.7m 0m 25m 50m 75m 47 8m Ordnance Survey Crown Copyright 2015. All rights reserved. Licence number 100022432. Plotted Scale - 1:2500 Reproduced from the map with the sanction of the Controller of H.M. Stationery Office Licence No. ES100004883 CROWN COPYRIGHT RESERVED The plan is published for convenience only. Although it is thought to be correct its accuracy cannot be guaranteed and it does not form part of the contract. NOT TO SCALE.

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