Lochside Road

Set within an established residential area of Dumfries, close to everyday amenities, schools, and bus links into the town centre, this semi-detached bungalow offers well proportioned single-storey accommodation.

Dumfries itself provides a wide selection of shops, leisure facilities, eateries, and essential services, as well as rail connections to destinations including Carlisle and Glasgow.

The one-bedroom home requires modernisation, presenting an appealing opportunity for first-time buyers, downsizers, or investors to create a comfortable home tailored to their own tastes. It further benefits from generous garden grounds, useful storage, gas central heating, and double glazing.

The entrance opens into a hall with practical built-in storage and access to each room. A particularly useful walk-in store provides plentiful space for household items, outdoor equipment, or larger appliances. Overlooking the front garden, the spacious lounge provides ample room for both seating and dining furniture, whilst its understated grey décor offers a neutral starting point for new owners. Conveniently adjoining the lounge, the separate kitchen enjoys a leafy rear outlook and is fitted with a range of white cabinets and wood-styled worktops, accompanied by an integrated oven and electric hob.

The bedroom is a generous double with a broad front-facing window and a built-in wardrobe, leaving plenty of space for additional furniture. Completing the accommodation is a naturally lit shower room, comprising a shower enclosure, a pedestal basin, and a WC. Gas central heating and double glazing are provided throughout, ensuring year-round comfort and efficiency.

Externally, the bungalow is accompanied by spacious lawned gardens to the front and rear, offering excellent scope for landscaping, seating, and outdoor recreation. A pathway runs alongside the property, connecting the two gardens, whilst unrestricted parking is available on Lochside Road.

Extras: All fitted floor and window coverings, light fittings and appliances are included in the sale.

Area

Dumfries, Dumfries and Galloway

Set on the banks of the River Nith, Dumfries is a historic market town and the principal commercial centre of Dumfries and Galloway. Combining an attractive riverside setting with extensive amenities, rich heritage, and excellent regional connections, the town offers an appealing base for families, professionals, and commuters.

The bustling centre provides a broad selection of independent shops, high-street retailers, supermarkets, cafés, pubs, and restaurants, alongside essential services and healthcare facilities. Dumfries also has strong cultural associations with Robert Burns, reflected in attractions such as Burns House and the Robert Burns Centre, while the town’s historic streets and landmarks further enhance its distinctive character.

Residents enjoy a wide choice of leisure opportunities, including the DG1 leisure complex, sports clubs, and scenic paths beside the River Nith. The expansive Dock Park features attractive green spaces and recreational facilities, while the surrounding countryside and nearby Solway coast offer excellent opportunities for walking, cycling, golf, wildlife watching, and family days out.

Educational provision includes a selection of primary and secondary schools, as well as further and higher education at the beautifully situated Crichton campus. Dumfries is also home to Dumfries and Galloway Royal Infirmary.

For commuters, the town’s railway station provides direct services towards Glasgow and Carlisle, complemented by regular local and regional bus routes. Convenient access to the A75, A76, and A701 connects Dumfries with Carlisle, the central belt, and destinations throughout southwest Scotland.

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