3 bedroom detached house

Rockcliffe is a popular holiday and summer destination, with a quaint waterfront of detached properties, many of which are the original Victorian villas built to enjoy the benefits of the mild climate and sea swimming. Today, Rockcliffe beach is still popular with swimmers and holiday makers alike. Much of the land surrounding the village is in the care of The National Trust for Scotland and is very picturesque. Mote of Mark is the site of a 5th & 6th century fort, and there are stunning views from the top. There are walks from Rockcliffe along the coastal path to Sandyhills, as well as a woodland walk over to the neighbouring village of Kippford. Rockcliffe is loved by its residents not only for its stunning setting and beautiful properties but also for its huge community spirit.

Shops, schools, and services are available in Dalbeattie and Castle Douglas, with a broader range available in Dumfries, the regional capital some 20 miles east. A small shop is situated in nearby Colvend, along with a highly rated primary school, and there are two pubs in Kippford, where there is also a yacht club and moorings.

There are mainline train stations in Dumfries and Lockerbie, with access to the motorway network at Moffat (M74), Lockerbie (M74) and Gretna (M6). Glasgow and Edinburgh airports are both around 2 hours’ drive away.

DESCRIPTION
Situated in an elevated position, Drumbeg cottage occupies a unique location in Rockcliffe that encapsulates views of Colvend Church, Castle Point and the iconic Hestan Island. On clear days these views are framed by the peaks of The Lake District to the South plus Screel and Bengairn to the west.

The cottage is tastefully decorated and provides deceptively spacious accommodation. There are two reception rooms, the first a bright and sunny triple aspect sitting and dining space with patio doors leading out to the sheltered patio. A more formal sitting room with fireplace and log burner provides a cosy autumn/winter retreat from which to enjoy the changing seasons in this stunning part of the world. A compact but well-appointed kitchen is supported by a small utility area and an entrance porch with matching fitted cupboards. Two soothingly decorated double bedrooms provide guest accommodation, with a bathroom, separate WC, and a small study completing the ground floor.

The upstairs bedroom, currently the master bedroom, was originally added as an art studio and provides stunning views on all three aspects. To the east it provides views of spectacular sun rises which is a rare aspect in Rockcliffe and to the west elevation has views through to Kippford. The space is flexible and can be used as a lounge or bedroom.

This is a rare opportunity to acquire a wonderful retreat in a much sought-after coastal location. Drumbeg is an engaging and comfortable property as it is, but a buyer could also choose to develop the site and construct a larger more conventional property, subject to obtaining all necessary planning consents.

ACCOMMODATION
Ground Floor: Entrance porch. Kitchen. Utility. Sitting Room. Living/Dining Room. Two Double Bedrooms. Study. WC. Bathroom

First Floor: Master Bedroom

MORTGAGEABILITY
NB. Drumbeg is of non-conventional construction and is therefore not mortgageable.
GARDEN AND GROUNDS
Arriving at the entrance to Drumbeg there is ample parking and a garage. A secluded entranceway leads down the path to the cottage. The garden is mainly sweeping areas of grass with occasional granite outcrops, which have huge potential for incorporation into more formal landscaping. A number of mature trees and shrubs lend interest and colour with an attractive and sheltered patio ideal for outdoor entertaining. An area to the east of the site has been left to grow wild and attracts a variety of insect life. There are frequent sightings in the mornings of stag in neighbouring field, woodpeckers, red squirrel and red kites.