Kirklands, Ruthwell, Clarencefield, Dumfries and

Kirklands, Ruthwell, Clarencefield,
Dumfries and Galloway, DG1 4NP.
Fixed Price £425,000
Particulars of Sale
Dumfries 12 miles, Gretna 14 miles, Carlisle 25 miles,
Glasgow 87 miles, Edinburgh 90 miles & Manchester 144 miles.
A DETACHED COUNTRY HOUSE OF MUCH CHARACTER (FORMER
MANSE) WHICH ENJOYS A LOVELY RURAL SETTING AND FINE
OPEN VIEWS.
Approximately 3.87 acres (1.57 Ha).
DIRECTIONS
From Gretna travel west for approximately 9 miles on the A75 towards Dumfries. Turn left
sign posted Ruthwell and follow the road. Turn right sign posted Ruthwell and then turn left.
Follow the road leading to Ruthwell. Kirkland is on the right hand side just before the
Church.
SITUATION
Kirklands enjoys a picturesque rural setting beside Ruthwell Church. The Ruthwell Cross is
housed in the church and is widely regarded as one of the finest 8th Century Anglo Saxon
Crosses in the United Kingdom.
The surrounding countryside and Solway Coast offer superb outdoor pursuits including
sailing, fishing, golfing, wildlife watching and country walks.
Clarencefield is approximately 1 mile from Kirklands and offers a village pub and shop for
everyday needs. Comlongon Castle is on the edge of the village and is a luxurious country
house hotel with fine dining and is a sought after wedding venue.
Dumfries is 12 miles from Kirkland and is the main commercial and business centre of south
west Scotland. It offers an excellent range of facilities including High Street shops, edge of
town retailers, business amenities, sports and leisure facilities.
Carlisle, Edinburgh and Glasgow are within comfortable driving distance of the property
offering an excellent mix of business, leisure, shopping and cultural amenities. Manchester,
Prestwick and Glasgow airports are readily accessible, as is the M74 and M6 motorway
network.
DESCRIPTION
A superb detached country house (circa 1890) of traditional red sandstone stone and slate
construction finished to an exacting standard and offering a home of much character.
The charming interior design is formed over 2 levels and is effectively managed by an oil
fired central heating system and double glazing. The design includes 5 public rooms and 5
bedrooms (3 en-suite). In total there are 2 bathrooms, 2 shower rooms and a cloaks / wc. As
well as the 5 bedrooms there is also a small study. The design also includes a self contained
flat ideal for use of a nanny, older relative or teenager. The subjects have recently been
modernised and up graded now featuring a designer contemporary kitchen with an array of
appliances, a most impressive sun lounge presently used as a dining room, all bathrooms are
new featuring heritage bathroom suites and there is CAT 5 wiring throughout. The character
features on offer include open fires with period fireplaces, decorative cornice work and
traditional wood finishes.
Outside Kirkland features attractive formal gardens in a parkland design with specimen trees
and a large pond. The pond is stocked with fish and attracts a varied bird life with Ducks and
Herons regular visitors. At the rear of the house there is a purpose built outbuilding
measuring approximately 25m x 5m. It offers a double garage, workshop, studio, 2 large
store rooms and floored attic space above the whole building. The courtyard between the
house and outbuilding features a water garden and a covered external barbecue area.
This is an unrivalled opportunity to acquire a restored country house of much character in a
wonderful setting.
GENERAL INFORMATION
LOCAL AUTHORITY
Dumfries and Galloway Council, Council Offices, English Street, Dumfries, DG1 2DD. Tel.
01387 261234. Fax: 01387 260034.
VIEWING
Strictly by appointment through the selling agents. Contact Baird Lumsden during office
hours, Tel.:0131-477-6001.
Details and photographs prepared May 2012.
PARTICULARS AND MISREPRESENTATION
The following note is of crucial importance to intending viewers and/or purchasers of the property.
DMH Baird Lumsden, their clients and any joint agents give notice that:
These particulars do not form part of any offer or contract and must not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact. No responsibility is assumed for the accuracy of individual items, nor for any error they may contain, however
caused.
No information in these particulars should be considered to be a statement that the property is in good condition or otherwise, nor in good structural condition or otherwise, nor that any services, equipment or facilities are in working order. Purchasers
must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise.
It should not be assumed that the property has all the necessary planning, building regulations or other consents. It should not be assumed that the selling agents have verified these matters which must be verified by any intending purchaser.
Descriptions in these particulars are stated as a matter of opinion and not as a statement of fact. Any plans, areas, measurements or distances stated in these particulars are approximate only. Information contained in these particulars is given in good
faith but should not be relied upon as being a statement or representation of fact.
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Baird Lumsden, nor any contract on behalf of the Sellers.
Selling Agents
DMH Baird Lumsden
15 Alva Street
Edinburgh, EH2 4PH
T. 0131 477 6001 F. 0131 477 6016
E.
[email protected]
www.dmhbl.co.uk