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EPC Rating - C Council Tax Band - B Home Report Value - £160,000 The property A well-presented, three double bedroom, semi-detached bungalow with an amazing large multi-purpose converted attic situated in Gelston, Castle Douglas.
The property benefits from a generous driveway to the front providing off-road parking and garden grounds to the front, side and rear with stunning open countryside views.
The flexible accommodation layout is currently configured to provide a lounge/diner with feature fireplace with wood-burning stove, fitted kitchen, modern family bathroom and three double bedrooms, along with the converted attic space.
The property benefits from an air source heat pump electric powered central heating system, solar panels and double glazing throughout.
Nb - *home report access details are shown at the bottom of the page* Accommodation Access to the property is via the generous driveway to with off-road parking, with space for several cars and/or motor home if required, to the front door, opening into the bright and spacious hallway, providing access to the generous lounge/diner to the front on the left with kitchen beyond.
To the front on the right is the second bedroom, while the principal and third bedrooms, along with the family bathroom, are to the rear.
The comfortable lounge with feature fireplace has a picture window to the front offering outstanding scenic views and plenty of natural light.
There is ample space for family relaxation, dining and entertaining. The kitchen comprises a range of fitted wall and base units with contrasting worktops.
There is a stainless steel sink and drainer unit, lpg powered hob and electric oven with extractor, plumbing for a washing machine and space for a free-standing family size upright fridge/freezer.
The modern family bathroom comprises a three-piece white suite with bath with shower over, vanity storage unit with wash hand basin inset and toilet.
Transport, schools & amenities The nearest Primary School is Gelston Primary or Castle Douglas Primary (3 miles).
The nearest secondary is Castle Douglas High School which boasts a fantastic local reputation.
The nearest town is Castle Douglas which is a busy, thriving, market town that is renowned for the quality of its local produce in more than 50 shops along the main high street as well as its cafes, restaurants, three butchers and hotels.
There is also a modern health centre, a swimming pool and leisure facilities with free parking! The A75 is on the main bus route and within easy commuting to nearby centres.
A brand new state-of-the-art regional hospital is only 20 minutes' drive away at Dumfries. Other close transport links include Dumfries train station, providing links to Carlisle and Glasgow.
Major bus links can be accessed in Dumfries from the Loreburn Centre, Whitesands or Burns Statue. The M6 and M74 networks are accessible at Moffat, Gretna and Lockerbie.
Dumfries town centre is 20 miles west and offers several major supermarkets, popular high street shops, a shopping centre, schooling, a university campus, a range of bistros and medical facilities.
Home report: The home report can be accessed via one survey or downloaded from the property particulars on the Yopa website.
Disclaimer Whilst we make enquiries with the Seller to ensure the information provided is accurate, Yopa makes no representations or warranties of any kind with respect to the statements contained in the particulars which should not be relied upon as representations of fact.
All representations contained in the particulars are based on details supplied by the Seller. Your Conveyancer is legally responsible for ensuring any purchase agreement fully protects your position.
Please inform us if you become aware of any information being inaccurate.
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