Lockerbie, Dumfriesshire

PARKEND COTTAGE

KEY FEATURES

Parkend Cottage is a superb detached Victorian Lodge which has been sympathetically modernised by the present owner over recent years. Rare to the market, this lovely property offers bright, well-proportioned and flexible accommodation over two levels, with stylish interiors and high-quality fixtures and fittings throughout. The property is stone built with sandstone quoins and a sandstone portico. It sits within beautifully maintained grounds that extend to approximately one acre. There is an integral garage, carport, generous gated driveway and a useful workshop/woodshed. In addition, there is a fantastic studio stable conversion that offers excellent additional accommodation with modern kitchen, living/sleeping areas, shower room and wood burning stove.

There is scope to extend the house if desired, subject to the necessary consents.

Accommodation

A door opens into a welcoming reception hall, with Karndean flooring, ceiling skylight, useful cloaks cupboard and a door into the integral garage. A further door leads into the fabulous open plan kitchen/dining/living room. The kitchen area boasts a range of fitted units with granite worksurfaces and undermount twin sink. There is an oil-fired Aga and integrated appliances that include an electric hob, dishwasher, fridge, oven and microwave. This large room enjoys smart Karndean flooring, a triple aspect with open views, a shelved storage cupboard and a feature wood burning stove. There is ample room for dining and lounge furniture.

The separate sitting room enjoys lovely views from windows to the front and side elevations and also benefits from a Clearview wood burning stove, shelved display recess and a solid wood floor.

The ground floor shower room comprises a shower cubicle (electric shower), WC, wash hand basin, heated towel rail, a useful storage cupboard and a wood effect vinyl floor.

Carpeted stairs rise to a generous first floor landing that boasts two deep built-in wardrobes. There are two charming double bedrooms on this level, both enjoying far reaching views. One has built in wardrobe/storage cupboard. There are TV points to both bedrooms. A smart family bathroom completes the accommodation, and comprises a contemporary bath, separate shower cubicle with mains shower, WC, wash hand basin, built-in storage and two heated towel rails. In addition there is storage in the eaves, where the hot water tank is situated.

It is worth noting that it would be easy to convert the existing integral garage to provide additional accommodation. The garage has a range of fitted units with plumbing and electricity in place.

Outside

The property is approached via a gated driveway, that provides off-road parking for many vehicles. In addition to driveway parking, there is a covered carport and a single garage with up and over door. The garage has a utility area with storage cupboards, sink with hot and cold water and a washing machine. Adjacent to the garage and carport is a useful workshop/woodshed, constructed of timber under a corrugated roof and with power, light and a concrete floor.

The extensive grounds extend to 0.98 acre, with an array of interesting features and areas to explore. To the front and side of the property is a lovely garden, predominantly laid to lawn with mature trees, and bordered by mature beech hedging. A sandstone slab path leads from the house to a beautiful circular sitting area with bird bath. There is a charming, wooded area (copse) with a mixed variety of trees and a small, enclosed paddock (0.21 acres). In addition, there is an enclosed orchard comprising mature apple and plum trees, and raspberry canes. There is a generous sandstone patio, vegetable beds and a greenhouse (with electrics and water). The garden enjoys sun for much of the day, as well as open views across the surrounding countryside.

The Stable is a fantastic detached studio annexe, providing extra guest accommodation or working from home space when required. This large space offers double height ceilings with exposed beams and suspended track lighting, a wood effect laminate floor and an 11kw wood burning stove. There is a modern fitted kitchen with grey gloss units, fridge, electric hob and oven, and dishwasher. A stable door leads from the kitchen out to a sunny, private patio. There is a contemporary shower room with large walk-in shower, WC, wash hand basin and heated towel rail.

Location

The property sits within Hightae, one of the Royal 4 towns founded by King Robert the Bruce early in the fourteenth century during the War of Independence.

The property is located on the Lochmaben to Annan Road, and is approximately nine miles from Dumfries and just over four miles from Lockerbie. There are a range of shops and amenities in nearby Lochmaben including a primary school, medical practice, dentist, sailing club, tennis and bowling club, public houses and an 18-hole golf course. A wider range of shops and services are available in nearby Lockerbie and Dumfries.

Communications to the area are excellent with train stations at Dumfries, Carlisle and Lockerbie, the latter having direct connections to Edinburgh (1hr), Glasgow (1hr) and London (4hr). The M74 motorway network is available at Lockerbie, and Carlisle can be reached in approximately 30 minutes. Glasgow is around 80 minutes’ drive and Edinburgh, about 90 minutes.

Services

The property is serviced by mains electricity, mains water and private drainage to a septic tank (registered with SEPA). There is oil fired central heating. Superfast Broadband. Double glazed throughout.

Local Authority

Dumfries & Galloway Council, English Street, Dumfries, DG1 2DE. Tel: 03033 333000.

Council Tax

Parkend Cottage is within Dumfries and Galloway council tax band E.

Solicitors

Henderson & Mackay, 35 High Street, Lockerbie, DG11 2JP.

Tenure and Possession

The property is held freehold and offered for sale with vacant possession.

Fixtures and Fittings

ll standard fixtures and fittings are to be included in the sale. Other items may be available by separate negotiation.

Matters of Title

The property is sold subject to all existing servitude rights, burdens, reservations and wayleaves, including rights of access and rights of way whether contained in the Title Deeds or informally constituted and whether referred to in the General Remarks and Stipulations or not. The Purchaser(s) will be held to have satisfied themselves as to the nature of such servitude rights and others.

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Agents notes: All measurements are approximate and for general guidance only and whilst every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, they must not be relied on. The fixtures, fittings and appliances referred to have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given that they are in working order. Internal photographs are reproduced for general information and it must not be inferred that any item shown is included with the property. For a free valuation, contact the numbers listed on the brochure. Printed 22.03.2023

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