USD 1,074,922

USD 1,043,307

Cavens is a superb, detached Georgian property set in mature, established gardens, enjoying a quiet position near the unspoilt Solway Coast.   The property is available as a whole or in up to 4 lots. Lot 1: House and garden grounds - Offers Over £825,000 Lot 2: Derelict former gardener’s cottage (with full planning permission to develop) - Offers Over £65,000 Lot 3: Adjacent field – 7.34 acres - Offers Over £70,000 Lot 4: The business as a going concern - Offers over £50,000  As a whole: Offers Over £1,035,000 The House The property was built in the 1750s and is of traditional construction under a slate roof.  The property enjoys a very versatile layout and large windows with many rooms enjoying a southerly or westerly aspect.   The current owners presently run a bespoke and unique luxury guest house from the premises during the summer months, but the overall feel of the property is a much-loved family home.  Over the years the owners have built up a reputation as a charming, friendly and extremely welcoming business that offers a home from home atmosphere and as such benefits from ample repeat trade. The entrance vestibule leads into a welcoming reception hall, with painted original floorboards and a working fireplace.  The sitting room is the real heart of the home and is a bright, generous L-shaped room that boasts an open fire and a wall of windows to the south elevation, with glazed doors leading out to the terrace and garden. Adjacent is the Green room, which is a spacious yet cosy space that enjoys a wood burning stove, a bay window with window seat below and two further windows to the west elevation. There is a built-in bookshelf and a shelved display recess.  The dining room is a fabulous space for entertaining and is of very generous proportions.  There is an ornate ceiling cornice, woodburning stove, bay window to the rear and additional windows and glazed door to the side elevation. The family kitchen is close by and consists of a good range of fitted storage units with stainless steel and/or granite worksurfaces.  There is an oil-fired Aga, integrated dishwashers, and ample room for a table and chairs.  Large windows to the east allow plenty of natural light in.  In addition to the family kitchen is a useful entertaining kitchen, which is fitted with an excellent range of stainless-steel units, twin sinks, a gas range cooker and modern appliances.  There is a sunny west facing ground floor double bedroom, which has a glazed door opening out to the garden and a modern en suite bathroom, comprising bath, separate shower cubicle, twin sinks and WC. Ancillary rooms to include a small office, stores, utility room, boiler room and two WC’s, complete the ground floor accommodation.  Steps lead down from the inner hall to an impressive barrel-vaulted cellar that offers two rooms, presently used as a wine store and gun room. On the first floor seven double bedrooms can be found. All bedrooms are of good proportions and offer unique features, such as the barrel-vaulted ceiling found in ‘Criffel’, or the charming sun room attached to ‘Oswald’.  The two bedrooms to the southernmost elevations enjoy deep bay windows and glorious views over the garden.  All bedrooms have en-suite bathrooms, comprising showers over baths, apart from ‘Kindar’, which has a small en-suite shower room.  In all, the property extends to over 8,000 square feet. Outside The property is approached via a shared driveway that culminates in a generous gravelled driveway with ample parking and turning areas.  It is worth noting that Cavens has ownership of the driveway and shares it with four neighbouring properties.  Cavens sits within approximately 6.7 acres of grounds that wrap around the house and which offer excellent levels of privacy.  The gardens are well established and predominantly laid to lawn with mature hedging, shrubs and bushes, established trees and borders, flower garden, a chicken coop, dog run and a timber shed. The biomass boiler (100kw) is housed in a new purpose built building with pellet storage for up to 10 tonnes of pellets.    Lot 2: Former gardener’s cottage An exciting opportunity to develop this detached stone dwelling, creating a unique one-bedroom residence.  Local authority Dumfries and Galloway Council, planning reference 14/P/3/0228. The property is located to the south of Cavens and accessed via the shared driveway.  It will have private parking and a small garden area.  Planning permission is in perpetuity as the drainage works have started, and services are available nearby.   Lot 3: Adjacent field Accessed via the shared driveway and extending to 7.34 acres. The field is fully enclosed and suitable for grazing. It is also fed by a stream that has never knowingly run dry. Lot 4: Going concern The existing business to include most contents, the website and ongoing bookings. Inventory to allow continuation of the business from day one, also all help to transfer ownership of RHI subsidy.   Services: Mains electricity and water, a biomass boiler provides heating (back up oil boiler). Private drainage to septic tank (registered with SEPA).  Fixtures and fittings: Certain contents may be available by separate negotiation.  Please note the helicopter shown in the photographs is not included in the sale Local Authority: Dumfries & Galloway Council –presently rated for business use.   EPC: F Home Report: A copy of the Home Report is available on request from Fine & Country South Scotland. Offers: All offers should be made in Scottish Legal Form to the offices of the sole selling agents, Fine & Country South Scotland by email to ... Viewings: Strictly by appointment with the sole selling agents, Fine & Country South Scotland.   Energy Efficiency Current: 31.0 Energy Efficiency Potential: 59.0 Features: - Garden

8 bd

Dumfries

USD 910,522

Rafters sits in an enviable elevated position in a quiet location within the sought-after sailing village of Kippford. It enjoys superb views over the Solway Firth and to the surrounding hills beyond, and boasts excellent walking routes from the doorstep, including the lovely coastal walk from Kippford to nearby Rockcliffe. The house was built to an exacting standard by the present owners approximately 8 years ago, and offers high quality, flexible accommodation that was designed to make the most of the fantastic views. Features throughout the house include underfloor heating, multi-fuel stoves, quartz worksurfaces to many areas, oak doors and staircase and excellent storage to name a few. A part glazed door opens into the hall, with tiled floor and direct access to the ground floor bathroom, bedroom and main reception room/kitchen. The ground floor bedroom is generous in proportion with built-in mirrored wardrobes and enjoys a dual aspect with sliding doors opening directly on to the decked terrace. Adjacent to this bedroom is a lovely modern bathroom, comprising bath and separate shower unit with rainhead attachment, making these two rooms ideal for guests or perhaps a dependant relative. The kitchen/dining/living room is the real heart of the home and has direct access to the large, decked terrace via sliding doors, connecting the outside with the inside and offering superb entertaining space and impressive views from every angle. This large space is flooded with natural light and has a tiled floor and contemporary multi-fuel stove. The kitchen is fitted with oak cabinets under quartz worksurfaces, and integrated appliances include a dishwasher and undercounter fridge. There is also a generous island with breakfast bars at either end. Adjacent to the kitchen is a useful pantry/utility room which offers excellent storage (units and quartz surfaces match the kitchen) and an integrated washing machine. Doors from here lead to the garden and to the integral double garage. At the top of the stairs you arrive at a fantastic open plan first floor sitting room that enjoys views over the Solway First through sliding doors and a glazed Juliet balcony. There is a multifuel stove with stone surround and to the rear of the room is a kitchenette/drinks station, with fitted cabinets, granite surfaces, sink and integrated fridge, making this whole area an ideal entertaining space. There are four double bedrooms on the first floor. The principal bedroom is flooded with light and enjoys a dual aspect with window to the side elevation and double doors that open to a Juliet balcony, offering superb views. There is a wall of built-in wardrobes and an additional shelved storage cupboard and a smart modern en-suite bathroom, comprising bath with shower over, WC, bidet and twin marble sinks set into a bespoke vanity unit. The second bedroom is also located to the front of the property so boasts great views from its Juliet balcony and is very generous in size. The third double bedroom is located to the rear of the house, overlooks the back garden and has fitted wardrobes. The fourth bedroom is presently used as a study and access to the loft can also be gained from here. The loft has a built-in ladder and is partially boarded. The family shower room, comprising large walk-in shower unit with rainhead attachment, WC and wash hand basin set in a suspended vanity unit, completes the accommodation. OUTSIDE Rafters is approached via short section of shared tarmac driveway to access the private gravelled drive. The drive then wraps around the house, culminating at the integral double garage to the rear. It is worth noting that the garage has an electronically operated door, power and light, and pedestrian doors to the rear garden and into the house. All areas of the garden have been beautifully landscaped and feature an array of specimen trees, plants and bushes. There are flowering borders, seating areas from which to enjoy the view and areas of lawn. The raised decked terrace with glazed balcony is the ideal entertaining and relaxing area and also offers some covered storage underneath. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Services: Mains electricity and water. Drainage to private septic tank (registered with SEPA). Oil fired central heating with underfloor heating to the ground floor, radiators to the first floor. CCTV. Fast broadband connected; it is worth noting that there are Fibre connections in the vicinity. Service Charge: There is a service charge applicable to cover costs relating to the upkeep of the private access road. This is approximately £67 per annum. EPC: Rating C Local Authority: Dumfries & Galloway. Council Tax Band G Viewings: Strictly by appointment with the selling agents, Fine & Country South Scotland. Offers: All offers should be made in Scottish Legal Form to the offices of the Sole Selling Agents, Fine & Country South Scotland by email to Energy Efficiency Current: 85.0 Energy Efficiency Potential: 90.0 Features: - Terrace - Garden - Garage

5 bd

Dalbeattie

USD 1,707,229

Key Features Spacious modern detached villa in a sought after location Generous private and enclosed mature garden complete with an orchard garden Substantial off-street parking and detached double garage Morningside and Craiglockhart amenities within walking distance   1 South Steil is a truly fantastic and exceptionally spacious detached home with a fully enclosed garden and detached double garage. Situated in a quiet, peaceful private road, the property has been designed to cater for modern family living, with flexible reception space and up to six double bedrooms. A short driveway leads you the property’s driveway which can accommodate 2+ cars, a detached double garage with electric doors is located to the left of the property. The accommodation, extending to over 2,753 sq. ft. over two floors, comprises of 5 double bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, tiled entrance vestibule, kitchen/dining room, formal dining room, 4 reception rooms, utility room, WC cloakroom and additional lounge which could be easily converted into another bedroom. The garden is surrounded by mature trees, a small sizeable lawn and a stone wall surrounds the property. There is also a beautiful paved patio area. Location Glenlockhart is situated about three miles south of the city centre, between the sought-after residential areas of Craiglockhart and Morningside. Popular with families the area has excellent schooling options, a number of excellent sports clubs and facilities. A range of local and private nurseries and schoolings is close by including Merchiston Castle School and George Watson's College, whilst the Napier University campus at Craiglockhart is on the doorstep. The property is conveniently situated for Edinburgh Park, the city bypass, Edinburgh Airport and the Central Scotland motorway network. There is excellent access into the city by road, with regular bus services from nearby Glenlockhart Road, whilst the Union Canal offers a direct route into the city centre on foot or bicycle. Features: - Alarm - Garage - Garden - Parking - Washing Machine - Barbecue - Dining Room - Dishwasher - Internet - Satellite TV

5 bd

2,756 sqft

Edinburgh

USD 252,923

The Orchard is a delightful, detached cottage, recently converted and built of hard sandstone under a traditional hipped slate roof.  The property has been lovingly renovated to a high standard and would make an ideal holiday home or permanent residence. There is also potential to extend subject to planning permission. The Orchard is located on Chapelbrae, within walking distance of the town centre, and sits in a south-facing plot with a generous, fully enclosed cottage-style garden, and boasts two private parking spaces.  The property is accessed via two sets of French doors, which open directly into the open plan kitchen/living space.  This room is filled with natural light via reclaimed arched windows to the side elevation, a double-glazed sash and case window and an additional Velux skylight, and benefits from a solid oak floor and multifuel stove set on an attractive tiled hearth.  The handmade wooden kitchen offers storage units with a pretty tiled splashback, a sink, electric hob, oven and grill and space for an under-counter fridge. There is a bright and comfortable bathroom, comprising large walk-in shower, bath, WC and a wash hand basin set into a vanity unit.  There is tongue and groove panelling to the walls, a heated towel rail, timber floor and a double-glazed sash and case window to the eastern elevation.  The spacious double bedroom is located to the rear of the building and boasts solid oak flooring, a small, partly stained-glass window overlooking the garden and a Velux skylight. There is also a high-level storage space.  Outside A small area of shared drive leads to the private parking and pedestrian gated entrance.  A paved path leads down through the pretty garden to the cottage.  The extensive garden wraps around the house and are predominantly laid to lawn with mature and established shrubs, bushes and trees, including fragrant Azaleas, one of the tallest holly trees in Scotland, sweet chestnuts, and an historic orchard with apple trees and a pear tree. The fully enclosed garden enjoys the sun for much of the day, with a south-facing aspect, and has a high level of privacy. In addition, there is a charming summerhouse/studio, which has been tanked and lined and which has an oak floor, power and light and double timber doors opening to the gravelled patio. Services: Mains Electricity and Water, electric heating and a multifuel stove, predominantly double glazed. Private drainage to shared septic tank.  Note:  Please note that the vintage fire surround in the cottage, and the four antique leaded glass windows in the summerhouse are not included in the sale (these windows will be replaced with a suitable alternative).  Other contents may be available by separate negotiation.  Viewings: Strictly by appointment with the sole selling agents, Fine & Country South Scotland. Offers: All offers should be made in Scottish Legal Form to the offices of the Sole Selling Agents, Fine & Country South Scotland by e-mail to ... Home Report: This property is exempt from Home Report requirements, as it is a newly converted building that has not been used in its converted state. Energy Performance Certificate Rating:  D Local Authority: Dumfries & Galloway. Council Tax Band yet to be determined, but likely to be A or B.   Energy Efficiency Current: 59.0 Energy Efficiency Potential: 95.0 Features: - Parking - Garden

1 bd

Moffat

USD 252,923

Fantastic opportunity to purchase a rural building plot with full planning permission granted for a three-to-four bedroom family home, set in approximately 0.25 acres. The plot is situated in a rural area with spectacular views towards the Cheviot Hills. There are mature gardens around the plot which adds to its seclusion and charm. Planning Full Planning Permission was granted on the 25/04/2024 for the erection of a three/ four bedroom dwelling house. More details of this consent to include plans, copy of the planning consent notice of approval and other documentation are available from the Scottish Borders Planning Office or website using reference number 24/00249/FUL. Services We understand that mains water is available within the plot and mains electric from the side of the adjacent road. Provision will need to be made for a private treatment plant. All interested parties should make their own enquiries to SEPA and Scottish Water. Location The plot is conveniently positioned approximately two miles from the beautiful village of Swinton, where there is the local primary school and nursery. There is also the popular Wheatsheaf Hotel and Restaurant opposite the picturesque village green. The pretty market town of Duns is approximately six miles away, where there is Duns primary school, High school and swimming pool. Duns also offers independent retailers, optician, post office, pharmacy, dentist, GP practices, cafes and a well-stocked Co-op.    The larger town of Berwick-upon-Tweed is approximately thirteen miles away, with a train station on the main, East coast, line from Aberdeen to London Kings Cross, the independent school of Longridge Towers, and The Maltings Theatre. The building plot is also within commuting distance, approximately one hour’s drive, from Edinburgh. Tenure and Possession: The Heritable (Scottish equivalent of Freehold) title is offered for sale with vacant possession upon completion. 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. Fixtures and Fittings: N/A Viewings: Strictly by appointment through the sole selling agents, Fine and Country Scottish Borders ... Offers: Offers should be submitted in Scottish Legal Form to the selling agents via email to ... The owner reserves the right to sell without imposing a closing date and will not be bound to accept the highest, or indeed any, offer. All genuinely interested parties are advised to instruct their solicitor to note their interest with the Selling Agents immediately after inspection.   Energy Efficiency Current: 72.0 Energy Efficiency Potential: 82.0

4 bd

Duns