Cottage for sale in Cairnlea, Main Street, New Abbey, Dumfries DG2

Mackenzie Property is delighted to welcome to the market ‘Cairnlea’, a two bedroom period cottage set in the heart of the picturesque village of New Abbey, which is home to Sweetheart Abbey. Built c1800 the cottage has been converted and upgraded since, most recently c2009. Situated in an area of historical and architectural importance, period properties in this location are rarely brought to the market. Approx. Six miles from Dumfries on the A701 Galloway Tourist Route.

Tucked back off the road in a courtyard setting ‘Cairnlea’ is only a stone’s throw to the village shop and hotel. The village also benefits from its own primary school, village hall, football park, two churches and a small linked medical practice. Ideal for use as a holiday let or for retirement.

Property comprises: Entrance Vestibule; Hall; Living/ Dining Room; Kitchen; Bathroom with w.c.; 2 Bedrooms; Hall cupboard with floor hatch to cellar area. Partial electric heating with storage heater to lounge. Double glazing throughout. Informal shared parking area to the front. A narrow path/ strip of site runs along the rear of the cottage.

‘Cairnlea’

‘Cairnlea’ is a charming period property set in what is surely one of the prettiest villages in Scotland. Home to Sweetheart Abbey which was built in 1273 by Lady Devorgilla in memory of her husband Lord John Balliol. Towards the western end of the village is the beautiful and restored water-powered New Abbey Cornmill, built towards the end of the 18th Century by the Stewarts of nearby Shambellie House. Directly opposite the cottage a pathway walk beside the impressive Abbey precinct wall leads to stunning views of Sweetheart Abbey with Criffel Hill as a backdrop.

The cottage is freshly decorated throughout. Ample surrounding windows affords good natural light. The external walls have had a specialist damp prevention system installed.

Viewing is highly recommended.

Hallway

The hallway is spacious and has three sections. The rear hall has two larger fully opening windows and a smaller window. Also comprising two ceiling lights, carpet and cupboard with shelving and floor hatch to a two chamber cellar area. An overhead cupboard houses a consumer unit and meter.

Lounge
4.4m x 3.7m
14’5” x 12’1”

Window to front: Featuring a brick built open fireplace with wooden mantel and tiled hearth. A new wood burning stove is being installed. Also comprising electric storage heater, ceiling light, carpet, TV point.

Kitchen
4.04m x 2.3m
13’3” x 7’6”

Two windows to rear. Bright and light filled kitchen comprising wall and base units and work surfaces. Partially tiled walls, walk-in pantry with shelving, strip light, carpet and hatch to lounge.

Bedroom 1
4.2m x 3.2m
13’9” x 10’6”

Charming, spacious, bedroom with two windows to side. Open fireplace housing an electric stove. Also comprising two ceiling lights and carpet.

Bedroom 2
5m x 2.3m
16’5” x 7’6”
Window to front. Comprising cupboard with rail, two ceiling lights, carpet.

Bathroom
2.24m x 2.06m
7’4” x 6’9”

Opaque window to rear. Attractive family bathroom with marble effect wall panelling, wall mounted electric towel rail and a fan/convector heater, bath, over bath electric shower, sink, w.c., overhead wall cupboard.

All measurements are approximate and to maximum points.

EPC Band E
Council Tax Band B
Main drains
Electricity

These particulars are intended to give a fair and substantially correct overall description for the guidance of intending purchasers and do not constitute an offer or part of a contract. Prospective purchasers ought to seek their own professional advice. All descriptions, dimensions, areas, references to condition and necessary permissions for use and occupation and other details are given in good faith and are believed to be correct, but any intending purchasers should not rely on them as statements or representations of fact, but must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to the correctness of each of them. All measurements are approximate.