Summary - 28, MAIN STREET, DUMFRIES, NEW ABBEY DG2 8BY
7 bed 2 bath Detached
1727 former manse with gardens, historic views and business potential on the Solway Coast.
Seven double bedrooms across three floors
A commanding Georgian former manse dating to 1727, recently restored and set beside Sweetheart Abbey in picturesque New Abbey. The house offers seven double bedrooms across three floors, three generous reception rooms and extensive enclosed gardens with mature trees, parking for several vehicles and a double garage—well suited to a large family or a niche hospitality conversion on the Solway Coast tourist route.
Renovations have retained and enhanced period features: high ceilings, cornicing, fireplaces and large sash windows, while a modern open-plan kitchen, upgraded bathrooms and double glazing provide contemporary comfort. The property enjoys outstanding rural and coastal views, excellent mobile and broadband connectivity and is within walking distance of the local primary school.
Buyers should note this is a Category B listed building; listed status will restrict alterations and may complicate further refurbishment or change of use. The house has oil-fired central heating, an EPC rating of E and council tax band F. There are only two bathrooms for seven bedrooms, which may require investment to upgrade for larger-family or hotel use.
Overall this is a rare, character-rich country home with strong tourism and business potential, significant historical interest and room for further sympathetic development — but it carries the typical constraints of listed status, higher running costs from oil heating and limited bathroom provision.
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