Cumloden Lodge, Minnigaff, Newton Stewart, Dumfries and Galloway, DG8
Property Features
- Charming C listed two bedroom gate lodge in a desirable edge of town location with spacious garden.
- Stunning peaceful location at entrance to Cumloden Estate
- Deceptively spacious accommodation on one level.
- Potential to adapt/extend subject to permissions
- Near to local amenities in Newton Stewart
Property Summary
Full Details
Situation
Cumloden Lodge is situated in Minnigaff, 1 mile from Newton Stewart, in an idyllic and peaceful countryside setting. The gate lodge to the principal Cumloden House, it sits at the main entrance to the Estate.
Newton Stewart is known as the Gateway to the Galloway Hills, it has a number of primary schools, the Douglas Ewart High School, a museum, leisure centre, three supermarkets, a post office which offers all postal and banking services, a cinema, and a wide range of shops, offices, businesses, hotels and restaurants. The area is well known for outdoor pursuits and sports. Kirroughtree Visitor Centre is situated approximately 4 miles from Newton Stewart and is part of the Seven Stanes range of mountain biking trails. Fishing, shooting, golf and equestrian facilities are all readily available throughout the area, 15 minute walk to Newton Stewart Golf Club from Cumloden Lodge. Trains to Ayr and Glasgow are available at Stranraer, about 24 miles from Newton Stewart, and ferries to Northern Ireland sail from nearby Cairnryan. Trains also run from the regional centre of Dumfries, 49 miles to the east. Domestic and international flights are available at Prestwick Airport, 51 miles north, and Glasgow and Edinburgh Airports, 84 and 118.5 miles respectively. Motorway links and trains are available at Lockerbie, 62 miles east, and Kilmarnock, 58 miles north.
Description
Occupying a picturesque position at the entrance to a historic estate, this attractive gate lodge offers a rare opportunity to acquire a characterful home in a desirable setting. Rich in period charm and architectural appeal, the property combines traditional features with deceptively spacious accommodation space.
The lodge enjoys a prominent yet private position, surrounded by generous garden grounds that provide an attractive outdoor environment with ample space for recreation, gardening and entertaining. Mature planting, generous lawns and a peaceful setting enhance the unique appeal. Space for off road parking.
Internally the accommodation is well proportioned and full of character with some quirky features. Two comfortable bedrooms with a spacious living area, fireplace at the heart, with added office/study space and triple aspect windows filling the room with natural light. Utility room with two large storage cupboards and loft hatch to access first floor via ladder. The first floor offers great potential to extend the living space, subject to planning consent. The kitchen provides a practical space with a range of fitted floor and wall units, sink with drainage board, space for hob and a large window overlooking the gardens.
Exclusively for the new owner of Cumloden Lodge at no extra cost. An agreement can be established directly with the estate for a 5 year lease to fish the Penkiln Burn for salmon/sea trout. 2 miles of fishing or thereabouts. Arrangements will be confirmed directly with the Estate.
A peaceful setting yet conveniently accessible to nearby Newton Stewart, amenities and transport links. Cumloden Lodge is a unique and rarely available opportunity to acquire a delightful gate lodge, whether as a permanent residence, weekend retreat or lifestyle purchase.
Accommodation
Entrance Hall. Kitchen. Bathroom. Bedroom. Bedroom. Living Room. Utility Room.
Garden
Spacious garden grounds which are predominantly laid to lawn, with some mature trees and planting which contribute to the privacy. Ample space for off road parking. Much of the grounds present a blank canvas if you will for those who wanted to adapt to suit their specific interests.
Access & Legal Matters
Cumloden Lodge will be granted a right of access for the benefit of a single dwelling only over the area of adjacent driveway which connects the property to the public road. The Property will also be sold under burden of a title condition restricting the use of the Property to that of a single dwelling. The Seller will retain a right of pre-emption over Cumloden Lodge.
General Remarks and Information
Tenure Local Authority Council Tax EPC
Freehold Dumfries & Galloway Band - F Band - E 4O
Services
Mains electricity and water are connected | Private drainage to septic tank
Oil fired central heating | FTTP (Fibre To The Premises) is available | Mobile Signal Yes
Flood Risk
Flood maps of the area can be viewed at
Directions
From the A75 proceed into Newton Stewart on the B7079 towards Minnigaff. Immediately before you reach the River Cree bridge leading into the town centre, turn right onto Millcroft Road, towards Minnigaff. Follow this road for approximately 0.5 mile passing out of the village speed limit where it will become Cumloden Road and continue until you see the entrance to Cumloden Estate, Cumloden Lodge sits through the entrance and immediately on your left.
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Post Code: DG8 6AF
Fixtures and Fittings
No items are included unless specifically mentioned in these particulars.
Viewings
Strictly by appointment with the Selling Agents.
Health & Safety
Appropriate caution should be exercised at all times during inspection particularly in reference to any livestock present, working machinery or equipment on the property, as well as any uneven ground or private access route.
Anti Money Laundering (AML) Regulations
Please note that under the 2017 AML regulations we are legally required to carry out money laundering checks against purchasers. Upon verbal acceptance of an offer, we require to identify the purchaser for Anti-Money Laundering purposes. Our service provider First AML will contact the purchaser to gather the required identification documents. An information sheet is available from the selling agent on request. We are not able to enter a business relationship with a purchaser until they have been identified.
Failure to provide required identification may result in an offer not being considered.
Important Notes:
1 These particulars are intended to give a fair and overall description of the property. If any points are relevant to your interest, please ask for further information, prior to viewing. Prospective purchasers are advised to seek their own professional advice. 2 Areas, measurements and distances are given as a guide. Photographs depict only certain parts of the property. Nothing within the particulars shall be deemed to be a statement as to the structural condition, nor the working order of services and appliances. 3 These particulars shall not be binding on our clients whether acted on or otherwise, unless the same is incorporated within a written document, signed by our clients or on their behalf, satisfying the requirements of Section 3 of The Requirements of Writing (Scotland) Act 1995. 4 Closing Date - A closing date may be fixed. Prospective purchasers who have notified their interest through lawyers to Galbraith, in writing, will be advised of a closing date, unless the property has been sold previously. The Seller will not be obliged to accept the highest, or indeed any offer and has the right to accept an offer at any time or withdraw the property from the market. The Seller will not be liable for any costs incurred by interested parties. 5 Offers - Formal offers in the acceptable written Scottish Legal Form should be submitted to the local Galbraith office per these sale particulars, through a Scottish Lawyer, confirming; if an offer is in relation to the whole, or a specific lot, or a combination of lots, and if the offer is subject to the sale of a property. Upon verbal acceptance of an offer, we require to identify the purchaser for Anti-Money Laundering purposes. Our service provider First AML will contact the purchaser to gather the required identification documents. An information sheet is available from the selling agent on request. We are not able to enter a business relationship with a purchaser until they have been identified. 6 Third Party Rights and Servitudes The subjects are sold together with and subject to all existing rights of way, servitudes, wayleaves and others whether contained in the Title Deeds or otherwise, and purchasers will be deemed to have satisfied themselves in all respects thereof. 7. In line with current trends in technology, some properties marketed by Galbraith, may have installed CCTV or other such recording devices. These devices are installed, held and maintained entirely at the discretion of the Owner of the property. 8. Photographs taken June 2026.
EPC Rating = F