Ardendee Kirkcudbright, Dumfries and Galloway, DG6 4UY Knight Frank
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Ardendee Kirkcudbright, Dumfries and Galloway, DG6 4UY Knight Frank Ardendee Kirkcudbright, Dumfries and Galloway, DG6 4UY A magnificent family home within a picturesque matured setting Kirkcudbright 1 mile u Castle Douglas 9 miles Dumfries 26 miles u Lockerbie 38 miles u Carlisle 59 miles Glasgow 100 miles u Edinburgh 103 miles (distances approximate) Accommodation and amenities Entrance hall u Sitting room u Kitchen u Drawing room Dining room u Conservatory u Utility room u Lounge Study u Seven double bedrooms (four en suite) u Two further family bathrooms u Boot room u Workshop u Gym Extensive attic u Cellar 3 bedroom cottage and a 1 bedroom annex with disabled access Beautifully matured gardens including greenhouses, a walled garden, fruit and vegetable patches and a wood shed An equestrian arena, a stable and a private golf driving range Extensive garden lawns surrounded by thinned woodland Views over Kirkcudbright and the River Dee In all about 5.50 Ha (13.59 Acres) 0131 222 9600 80 Queen Street Edinburgh EH2 4NF [email protected] Situation Ardendee, a beautiful family home set within its own numerous galleries. Long frequented by artists, away and a number of Scotland’s most famous gardens, just grounds, is located in an exceptional elevated position on Kirkcudbright was home to the renowned artist E A outside Castle Douglas. The area abounds with ancient sites the northern edge of Kirkcudbright. This period property is Hornel, one of the “Glasgow Boys”. The artistic tradition is and historic houses, whilst for the ornithologist the Solway greatly benefitted with outstanding river and countryside maintained today with a flourishing colony of painters and Firth provides habitat for some of our rarest birds whilst views whilst enjoying the privacy of the woodland setting. craft workers, which has led to Kirkcudbright being named sports enthusiasts can sail, water ski and boat on local The combination of this beautifully maintained 7 bedroom the “Artist Town”. Loch Ken as well as on the Firth. Mountain bike enthusiasts home, its secondary accommodation as well as its views can ride the excellent trails of the Seven Stanes, with Castle Douglas located along the A75, provides for all over and proximity to the town and river make Ardendee a Kirkcudbright Golf Club and the Southerness ‘Championship general day to day requirements whilst Dumfries (26 miles), truly unique and sought after property that is now available Links’ Golf Club providing impressive golfing facilities in the has a wider range of shops and services available. There is for the first time in 24 years. region. a regular train service from Dumfries to the south. Glasgow Kirkcudbright is an attractive harbour town situated on airport can normally be reached in around one hour forty- Directions the banks of the River Dee. The town has a good range of five minutes. From Dumfries head west on the A75. Continue on this road modern services including shops, health amenities and This area of south west Scotland is renowned for its past Castle Douglas and after about 19 miles take a left primary and secondary schooling. The town itself is of beautiful verdant rolling hills. The county enjoys a mild turn via a slip road onto the A711 signposted Kirkcudbright. historic and architectural interest with its ancient High climate boosted by the warm gulf stream air, with the Continue along this road and cross over Tongland Bridge Street, Toll Booth Arts Centre, Stewartry Museum and Solway Firth dramatic coast and beaches only a few miles towards the town of Kirkcudbright. After the bridge take the 2nd entrance on the left before Arden House signposted lawn. The ground floor contains plenty of living space with upstairs to 3 bedrooms and a family bathroom. There is ‘High Boreland Farm’. Follow the lane round to the left a further lounge, kitchen, study and utility room as well as also a further entrance to a self-contained 1 bedroom annex before taking the private entrance to Ardendee on the right two downstairs toilets. Ardendee is adjoined to the cottage which includes a kitchen, living room, a bedroom and a hand side. through the boot room and games room which has been recently installed wet room making it suitable for disabled used as a gymnasium with double patio window doors access. Description opening into the courtyard. Ardendee is a particularly fine period property dating Gardens & Grounds back to the 19th Century. The property has substantial The property has three internal staircases leading to the The gardens and grounds at Ardendee are of particular accommodation that surrounds a central sheltered first floor which provide access to four well-proportioned note. The shared access lane leads to a private gated gravel courtyard. The adjoined accommodation is divided into the bedrooms, three of which have an en suite and one features drive which meanders uphill towards the property before main family home, a self contained three bedroom cottage a separate dressing room. The first floor has an outstanding sweeping round to the front of the house where a large and a 1 bedroom annex that has been converted to suit drawing room approached directly from the formal staircase. parking / turning area awaits. On approaching the property disabled access. This unique room boasts detailed triple cornice on the the countryside views towards the Kirkcudbright coastline ceiling, a white marble fireplace with an open fire and two and the River Dee are immediately apparent. The property Architecturally, the property is a very fine example of period large bay windows orientated to the south and west. On the gardens and grounds have numerous areas of interest, building work with fine stone masonry, elegant plasterwork, second floor there are three further double bedrooms, one from beautiful areas laid to lawn, secluded woodlands high ceilings and many original features. The house, which with en suite, and a family bathroom. Additionally there is with meandering pathways and mature and unique tree enjoys sunlight almost all day, is approached through a an expansive attic space which is ideal as a kids playroom specimens, bushes and a vast array of flowering shrubs, welcoming vestibule and reception hallway with a grand or a workspace. Azaleas and Rhododendrons to name a few which provide wooden staircase and a beautiful feature fireplace. In plentiful colour for extended periods of the year. The border addition to the outstanding features and southerly views The house stands within lovely matured gardens which have of the land is made up almost entirely by thinned woodland from the principle rooms of the house, the rear conservatory an enviable collection of plants, trees and shrubs which which creates a great sense of privacy and space within the extension provides an excellent daily living space with provide a wealth of colour for most of the year. boundaries whilst still facilitating the tremendous views. views over the garden and beyond. The dining and sitting Cottage and Annex The rear garden is set within a walled background and has room ceilings have fantastic detailed cornice along with Situated within the courtyard of Ardendee is a three been developed to grow fruit and vegetables with a defined contrasting black and white marble fireplaces and both bedroom modernised cottage which includes a kitchen and growing patch including greenhouses and a poly tunnel. benefit from large bay windows overlooking the south living room on the ground floor with a staircase leading N Conservatory Workshop Games Room 6.50 x 4.30 FORIDENTIFICATIONONLY- NOT TO SCALE 5.25 x 3.20 7.70 x 3.65 21'3" x 14'0" Approximate Gross Internal Area = 940m² (10,118sqft) 17'0" x 10'3" 25'3" x 12'0" Boot Room 3.80 x 3.20 UP 12'6" x 10'6" 3.40 x 2.80 Utility Room Kitchen Kitchen 11'0" x 9'0" 4.30 x 3.05 3.30 x 2.50 4.80 x 4.60 14'0" x 10'0" 10'9" x 8'0" 15'9" x 15'0" c 3.10 x 1.30 c c 10'0" x 4'3" WC Porch 1.75 x 1.00 2.30 x 1.40 Living Room 5'6" x 3'3" 7'6" x 4'6" 5.40 x 4.20 c Dining Room 17'6" x 13'9" UP 7.55 x 4.85 24'6" x 15'9" Wine Store UP 3.70 x 3.10 Lounge 4.80 x 2.50 12'0" x 10'0" 5.70 x 4.80 15'6" x 8'0" 18'6" x 15'6" UP Kitchen 5.00 x 2.05 c hw Hallway 16'3" x 6'6" 11.70 x 2.95 38'3" x 9'6" BASEMENT Wet Room WC 2.80 x 1.20 9'0" x 3'9" Sitting Room DN UP 6.25* x 5.25 20'3" x 17'0" Bedroom Study (* into bay) 4.35 x 2.65 3.80 x 2.65 Living Room 14'0" x 8'9" 12'3" x 8'9" 4.10 x 4.10 13'3" x 13'3" These plans are for guidance only and must not be relied upon as a statement of fact. Attention is drawn to the Important Vestibule Notice. 3.40 x 2.90 11'0" x 9'6" GROUND FLOOR Store 3.80 x 2.40 12'3" x 7'9" Bedroom DN 6.70 x 5.00 21'9" x 16'3" Dressing Room SECOND FLOOR 3.15 x 2.65 10'3" x 8'6" Bedroom Bedroom 4.75 x 4.50 4.75 x 4.45 15'6" x 14'9" 15'6" x 14'6" DN En Suite c 3.10 x 2.80 10'0" x 9'0" Bedroom C 4.90 x 4.90 Bathroom C 16'0" x 16'0" 3.50 x 1.20 Bedroom 11'6" x 3'9" 3.75 x 2.80 12'3" x 9'0" Bathroom 2.30 x 1.85 c 7'6" x 6'0" DN Bedroom 3.50 x 3.30 Bathroom 11'3" x 10'9" 3.35 x 2.45 Attic Bathroom 13.90 x 5.60 Bedroom 11'0" x 8'0" 3.50 x 2.35 45'6" x 18'3" 3.10 x 2.30 11'3" x 7'6" 10'0" x 7'6" C hw En Suite c 2.70 x 1.20 w 8'9" x 3'9" c Drawing Room DN UP 9.25* x 5.25 DN 30'3" x 17'0" Bedroom Bedroom (* into bay) 4.35 x 2.70 3.65 x 2.65 14'3" x 8'9" Bedroom 12'0" x 8'6" 5.00 x 5.00 16'3" x 16'3" FIRST FLOOR FIRST FLOOR Other features that sit within the grounds are a wood shed Viewing 2.