3 bedroom cottage for sale

Carlesgill Steading, Westerkirk, Langholm, DG13 0NZ

This stone-built barn conversion is a superb three-bedroom family home in a wonderfully quiet rural setting. An attractive property with a spacious living area and large dual-aspect windows that let in the natural light. A flexible layout benefitting from extra loft rooms inviting many possible uses. The property has the advantage of a south-westerly facing conservatory to take in the beautiful, panoramic views over Dumfriesshire’s glorious countryside.

Langholm is only a few miles away and features a variety of independent retailers, cafés, pubs, hotels, restaurant’s, butchers and bakers as well as Langholm golf course and both primary and secondary schools. Langholm benefits from well-maintained road connections with the A7 road providing convenient access to Carlisle, making it an easy commute for those seeking the amenities and opportunities of the city while enjoying the peaceful and scenic lifestyle of Langholm and its surrounding countryside.

The Accommodation

Converted from a former farm steading in 2002, Carlesgill Steading is an attractive family home that lies within a courtyard of three properties in total and is located just 4 miles from Langholm in the hamlet of Westerkirk through which runs the River Esk. The property, built circa 1850, benefits from superb rural views across the neighbouring countryside.

Entering through the front door into a hallway, the ground floor offers a generous reception room – previously used as a dining hall – which leads either to the conservatory; through double doors that open into the sitting room; and to the kitchen. The modern fitted kitchen enjoys views over the garden and leads down the hallway to an adjacent utility room and shower room. Also, on the ground floor is a master bedroom and second bedroom, both with fitted wardrobes, and a further bathroom. The principal master bedroom occupies the first floor with a dressing room and en-suite shower room. Two further large loft rooms complete the accommodation. Subject to necessary planning consent, the addition of a second staircase would create two further bedrooms in the loft space, making this a 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom property.

Externally there is a generous-sized enclosed garden to the side and rear of the property. Predominantly laid to lawn with mature hedging, an attractive pond, paved patio and garden shed. The garden enjoys a south-westerly aspect and uninterrupted views over the rolling countryside. There is a large gravelled area which would be perfect for adding raised beds and a greenhouse. The detached, pitched-roofed double garage (5.5m x 5m) is serviced by power, water and has two up-and-over doors. This space has its own private, gated driveway, additional parking area and is currently used as a garden room but could be turned into a studio or ‘work-from-home’ office.

Situation

Eskdalemuir is a village in rural Dumfriesshire on the River Esk with ready access to the surrounding hills and extensive forests which are ideal for walking and country pursuits. The village benefits from a café, shop and village hub offering yoga and other classes, as well as being home to the Kagyu Samye Ling Monastery and Tibetan Centre – a worldwide tourist attraction. Langholm, a short 10 minute drive to the south east, has primary and secondary schooling, a number of independent shops, cafés, a bank, supermarket, theatre, hotels, bars and restaurants along with the Buccleuch Centre – a premier music and arts venue in the South of Scotland. The town also has a sports centre and a 9 hole golf course. The A7 in Langholm provides a very good link to the M6 motorway at Carlisle just over 30 minutes away. The surrounding countryside is famous for its beauty and its pre-Roman historic heritage sites.

Directions

From Langholm take the B709 towards Eskdalemuir, follow the road for approximately 4 miles. The entrance to the farm steading is on your left hand side. Please note that the postcode DG13 0NZ does not take you directly to the property. You will find the driveway 200m further.

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Services: Carlesgill Steading is serviced by mains water, mains electricity, septic tank and oil fired central heating. There is a propane gas supply to the hob in the kitchen. UPVC double glazing.

EPC: D.

Broadband: Speeds average 12mbs (download)

Local Authority: Dumfries & Galloway Council, English Street, Dumfries, DG1 2DE. [use Contact Agent Button].

Council Tax: Carlesgill Steading is within Dumfries and Galloway council tax band E.

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

Viewing: Strictly by appointment only through the sole selling agents, C&D Rural [use Contact Agent Button].