The four-bedroom property is designed around the stunning mill pond which forms part of the garden. There is a large patio and a wide lawn with the pond stretching across the length of the outdoor space.  A wooded area curves around the far side of the pond. There is also an apple orchard, large greenhouse and the rear garden has raised beds suitable for shrubs and vegetables.

Marion Currie, an estate agent with Galbraith said: “Mill Dam is positioned to take full advantage of its wonderful waterside setting.  The patio and French doors have lovely views of the pond, and in the warmer months can all be open, ideal for summer entertaining and family gatherings. The spacious and well-presented accommodation offers great versatility for modern family life.  All in all, Mill Dam is a fantastic opportunity to acquire an attractive home in an idyllic setting on the edge of a popular Galloway town.”

The accommodation, all on one level, includes: entrance hall, cloakroom WC, dining kitchen, sitting room, utility room/second kitchen, shower room, master bedroom with en suite bathroom, three further bedrooms, integral double garage.

Gatehouse of Fleet has a good range of local facilities including a primary school, doctor’s surgery, coffee shops, post office/general store and a small supermarket. A wider range of services can be found in Kirkcudbright (eight miles) and Castle Douglas (14 miles).

Dumfries & Galloway is renowned for its outdoor sporting opportunities including mountain biking at the Seven Stanes forest centres, fishing and shooting on the stunning lochs, hillsides, coast and rivers, golf and equestrian pursuits. There also sandy, picturesque beaches within close proximity to Gatehouse, at Sandgreen and Mossyard. The area was awarded UNESCO biosphere designation due to its dark skies, range of habitats, wildlife, tranquillity and sustainable land use.

Mill Dam is for sale through Galbraith for offers over £495,000.