The Property
With alluring views from every window, The Steading is a tranquil country smallholding occupying a glorious position within the spectacular Dumfries and Galloway countryside. Approached via a long private driveway with an electric gated entrance, the property enjoys an exceptional sense of privacy and seclusion. Situated close to the village of Ae, it offers an outstanding rural lifestyle whilst remaining conveniently placed for Dumfries and the A74(M), providing excellent connections for onward travel. Beautifully renovated and enhanced by the current owners over almost eleven years, the property is perfectly suited to those who enjoy the outdoors, with forest walks, horse riding, mountain biking and a wealth of other pursuits available directly from the doorstep. Visitors invariably remark upon the remarkable sense of peace and tranquillity that surrounds the property, a quality that first drew the current owners here.

As a whole, the property comprises a substantial five/six bedroom country house, three versatile self-contained annexes, extensive outbuildings including barns, stores and garaging, and over 60 acres of land divided into 16 parcels. The holding offers excellent opportunities for equestrian use, smallholding or lifestyle farming, with the land arranged into a number of useful enclosures. The annexes provide exceptional flexibility for multigenerational living, guest accommodation or independent ancillary accommodation and remain licensed for self-catering holiday use, allowing a future owner to re-establish a holiday letting business if desired.

The Farmhouse
Accommodation in Brief
Porch | Hallway | Drawing Room | Sitting Room/Dining Room | Snug | Kitchen | Pantry | Utility Room | Cloakroom/WC | Boiler Room | Rear Porch | Principal Bedroom with En-suite Bathroom | Five Further Bedrooms | Family Bathroom

The Farmhouse at The Steading is a striking Victorian stone-built property occupying a commanding position at the heart of the estate, enjoying breathtaking southerly views across the surrounding countryside. The farmhouse is the only Grade C Listed building within the holding, preserving its architectural significance whilst allowing the accompanying annexes and outbuildings greater flexibility. Beautifully presented throughout, it offers spacious and versatile accommodation rich in period character, with traditional detailing including original window shutters throughout.

The generous ground floor includes an elegant drawing room and an impressive sitting room with adjoining dining area, both filled with natural light through large sash windows that frame the surrounding landscape. The well-appointed kitchen provides an inviting space for everyday living and is complemented by a pantry and separate utility room, while the cosy snug offers a comfortable retreat.

A carved sandstone staircase rises from the elegant entrance hall to the first floor, where the principal bedroom is accompanied by five further bedrooms, each enjoying far-reaching rural views. The principal suite benefits from an en-suite bathroom and adjoins a further bedroom which could readily serve as a dressing room, creating an impressive private suite. The remaining bedrooms are served by the family bathroom.

Hayloft Annexe
Accommodation in Brief
Hall | Four Ground Floor Bedrooms | Shower Room | WC | Open Plan Sitting Room/Kitchen/Dining Room | Bathroom

This beautifully presented four bedroom annexe is arranged over two floors, with the principal living accommodation positioned on the first floor to maximise natural light throughout the day. Attractive wooden flooring extends through the open plan sitting room and kitchen/dining area, where the well-equipped kitchen is complemented by ample space for dining and relaxing. The first floor also incorporates the family bathroom, while the ground floor provides four bedrooms together with a shower room and separate WC. Offering excellent flexibility, the annexe is ideally suited to extended family, guests or ancillary accommodation, whilst retaining the potential to be returned to self-catering holiday use if required.

Stockmans Annexe
Accommodation in Brief
Open Plan Sitting Room/Kitchen | Two Bedrooms | Wet Room

Stockmans is a well-appointed two bedroom ground floor annexe, providing comfortable and easily accessible accommodation. The dual aspect open plan sitting room and kitchen creates a bright living space, while two bedrooms are served by a practical wet room, making it particularly suitable for guests with limited mobility. The annexe also offers the flexibility to be returned to self-catering holiday accommodation if desired.

Shepherds Annexe
Accommodation in Brief
Open Plan Sitting Room/Kitchen | Two Bedrooms | Shower Room

Shepherds is a two bedroom first floor annexe, accessed via an external stone staircase. The accommodation comprises a bright open plan sitting room and kitchen, two bedrooms and a shower room. Like the other annexes, it offers excellent versatility for ancillary accommodation and could readily be returned to self-catering holiday use if required.