4 bed semi-detached house for sale

Johnstone Park, Dumfries DG1

Home Report Value - £240,000
EPC - D

Council Tax - E
The property


Crawford Villa is an impressive four-bedroom semi-detached Victorian villa, offering generous and versatile accommodation arranged over three floors. Dating from approximately 1880, this substantial sandstone property combines traditional period charm with comfortable modern living, making it an excellent choice for families seeking a spacious home within an established and convenient residential area of Dumfries.

The property enjoys an attractive traditional façade, with handsome sandstone detailing, a distinctive bay window and an abundance of character throughout. Internally, high ceilings, decorative cornicing, ceiling roses and generous room proportions reflect the property's Victorian heritage, while the well-presented accommodation provides a welcoming and practical layout suited to modern family life.

Extending to approximately 151 square metres (1,625 square feet) of internal accommodation, Crawford Villa benefits from two spacious public rooms, four bedrooms, a family bathroom, an additional shower room, a dressing room and excellent storage facilities. Further advantages include gas central heating, private garden grounds to the front and rear, driveway parking and a detached single garage.

Situated within Johnstone Park, the property offers a desirable balance of residential surroundings and convenient access to Dumfries town centre, local amenities and educational facilities.

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Accommodation


The accommodation is accessed through a traditional entrance vestibule, which leads into a welcoming hallway providing access to the principal ground-floor rooms and staircase to the upper levels.
The generously proportioned living room is positioned to the front of the property and benefits from an attractive bay window, allowing natural light to fill the room. A feature fireplace with gas fire provides an appealing focal point, while decorative cornicing and traditional ceiling detailing enhance the room's character. With ample space for a variety of lounge furnishings, this is an inviting setting for both everyday relaxation and entertaining.

Situated immediately behind the living room, the separate dining room offers another spacious and elegant reception area. Featuring a large window, decorative ceiling rose and cornicing, the room comfortably accommodates a family dining table and additional furniture, making it ideal for family meals, special occasions and entertaining guests.
To the rear of the ground floor, the kitchen is fitted with a contemporary range of white wall and base units, complemented by contrasting worktops and dark tiled splashbacks. The kitchen provides generous preparation and storage space, together with a freestanding range-style cooker, extractor hood, stainless steel sink and space for additional appliances. A rear entrance door provides convenient access to the garden.

The first-floor landing gives access to three bedrooms and the family bathroom. Bedrooms two and three are particularly generous double rooms, both benefiting from excellent natural light and ample space for bedroom furniture. Bedroom two enjoys an attractive front-facing aspect, while bedroom three offers similarly spacious accommodation to the rear. The fourth bedroom is a smaller but versatile room, ideally suited for use as a child's bedroom, nursery, home office or study.
The family bathroom is fitted with a modern white suite comprising a freestanding bath with shower attachment, wash hand basin and WC. The room is bright and well presented, offering a comfortable space for relaxation.

A further staircase leads to the second floor, where the principal bedroom enjoys a degree of privacy away from the main family accommodation. This impressive double bedroom provides generous floor space and is complemented by a separate dressing room, offering additional wardrobe and storage possibilities. An adjoining shower room, fitted with a shower enclosure, wash hand basin and WC, completes this attractive upper-floor suite.

Additional storage is provided by a number of cupboards throughout the property, together with useful eaves storage on the second floor.
Outside


Crawford Villa occupies an attractive plot with private garden grounds to both the front and rear, providing excellent outdoor space for families, gardening enthusiasts and those who enjoy entertaining.

To the front, the property is set behind mature hedging, which offers a welcome degree of screening from the roadside and complements the traditional sandstone exterior. A driveway provides valuable off-street parking and access to a detached single garage, offering secure parking or useful additional storage.

The enclosed rear garden is predominantly laid to lawn, with established hedging, brick boundary walls and planted borders creating a pleasant and sheltered outdoor setting. A paved patio area provides space for outdoor dining and barbecues, while a further seating area towards the rear of the garden offers an inviting spot to relax during warmer months.
The generous lawn provides ample room for children's outdoor activities, while the garden's manageable layout offers scope for further landscaping or personalisation to suit individual tastes.

Transport, schools & amenities

Crawford Villa is situated within the established residential area of Johnstone Park, conveniently positioned for access to Dumfries town centre and the wide range of facilities available throughout the town.
Dumfries, the principal town of Dumfries and Galloway, offers an excellent selection of everyday amenities, including supermarkets, independent retailers, high street shops, cafés, restaurants, leisure facilities and healthcare services. The town centre is within easy reach, providing convenient access to both essential shopping and recreational opportunities.
The property is particularly well placed for educational facilities, with several primary and secondary schools nearby. These include St Michael's Primary School, St Andrew's rc Primary School, St Joseph's College and Dumfries Academy, while further schooling options are available throughout the town. The Crichton Campus, home to the University of the West of Scotland, University of Glasgow and Dumfries and Galloway College, is also conveniently accessible.

For commuters, Dumfries railway station is situated approximately 0.8 miles from Johnstone Park, providing rail connections towards Carlisle, Glasgow and other destinations. Local bus services are also accessible from nearby Bankend Road, while the surrounding road network provides connections to the A75 and A76, with onward access to the M74 motorway.

The surrounding area also benefits from a variety of outdoor and recreational opportunities, with local parks, riverside walks and leisure facilities available throughout Dumfries. The wider Dumfries and Galloway region is renowned for its beautiful countryside, woodland walks, picturesque coastline and outdoor pursuits.

Property details: EPC Rating D (61). Council Tax Band E. The Home Report also identifies some repair and maintenance requirements, which prospective purchasers should note the vendors are attending to. Further details can be provided upon viewing.
Home report


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