A rare opportunity to acquire a smallholding in picturesque Dunblane. Cottage, outbuildings and land extending to 16.96 Ha (41.93 acres in all).
Lot 1: House and Gardens
This charming traditional stone cottage under a slate roof offers a wonderful redevelopment project in an idyllic rural location. The property is semi-detached and south facing, with gardens to three sides. It is now in need of modernisation throughout. It presents generous accommodation over one level with a lovely outlook over the surrounding countryside. The accommodation comprises: Kitchen with stainless steel sink. Living/dining room. Bathroom (bath, WC and WHB) and four bedrooms. A Home Report is available through the selling agents which provides further information on the condition of the property.
Please note that planning permission was granted in 2008 for an extension to the property. Whilst lapsed further information can be viewed on the Stirling Council Planning Portal, reference 08/0077g/HAE
- Water: Private supply
- Electricity: Mains
- Drainage: Private to septic tank (located on Lot 3)
- Heating: Oil fired central heating system
- Broadband: Not currently connected
- EPC: F32
- Council Tax: F
Lot 2: Land & Outbuildings with Development Potential*
This site is approximately 0.19 Ha (0.46) in size. A useful courtyard lies to the rear of the cottage providing hardstanding and a turning area previously used for agricultural vehicles. This land is included with lot 2, in addition to the outbuildings to the North.
The farm buildings are of mixed repair and previously served as workshops, cattle store and a hay store. Neighbouring buildings have been redeveloped into residential accommodation. There may be potential for redevelopment subject to obtaining the necessary consents.
The buildings are generally in need of some repair and attention, although provide a range of basic storage facilities. An asbestos survey is available through the Selling Agents. No plant or machinery is included within the sale. A vehicular and pedestrian right of access will be granted over in favour of Lot 1.
Purchasers enquiring on the viability of residential development can obtain a copy of a planning appraisal from the selling agents. Interested parties should also refer to the National Planning Framework spatial strategy for Scotland. https://www.gov.scot/
If purchasers wish to consider the planning position further, we recommend contacting Paul Hughes of Glen Etive Projects: paul@glenetiveprojects.co.uk 0785 256 8874 for independent advice.
Please note that in the event of the property attracting development enterprises, the anticipated purchase price will be heavily dependent upon the form of development proposed and we would request that interested parties provide a development layout and density, together with both a headline price and a guaranteed minimum price. Developer’s proposals will then be used to identify a short-list of interest for further discussion and eventual identification of a preferred purchaser. All offers should include a Guaranteed Minimum Price.
Lot 3: Paddock to the east of the cottage 0.2 Ha (0.49 acres)
This land could be a useful market garden, orchard or pony paddock to the purchaser of Lot 1 or Lot 2, it is enclosed by stone walling and has a field gate. The land is shown on the Hutton Institute Land Capability for Agriculture Plans as being of Class 3:2 in quality. The eastern boundary if affected by surface water flood risk, further information is available on the SEPA flood maps. We understand that the septic tank for the cottage sits in the paddock.
Lot 4: Paddock extending to 0.7 Ha (2.07 acres)
Lot 4 offers the potential for further amenity land for the purchasers of Lot 1 or Lot 2, it may also be of interest to a local resident who requires additional land. The land is enclosed by post and wire fencing and has been used for sheep and cattle grazing historically. The land is shown on the Hutton Institute Land Capability for Agriculture Plans as being of Class 3:2 in quality. The land is undulating and generally slopes southwards towards the Allan Water.
Lot 5: Grazing land extending to 15.9 Ha (38.47 acres)
Lot 5 offers the largest land parcel and has been farmed historically, predominantly for sheep or cattle grazing. The land slopes to the South East and has boundary post and wire fencing and a stone dyke wall to the northern boundary. There are two field gates to Lot 5 and a phone mast (outwith the subjects of sale) sits at the most northerly point and pylons also cross this site.
The property lies at approximately 80 metres above sea level and the land slopes towards the south predominantly.
The land is shown on the Hutton Institute Land Capability for Agriculture Plans as being of Class 3:2 in quality. The soils are described on the Hutton Institute Soil Plans as being mainly mineral gleys of the Rowanhill Soil Association.
The land may have afforestation potential. Subject to necessary consents, the land may be suitable for native woodland creation. The Land is classified as F2 for capability for forestry.
The land lies within the Central Scotland Green Network Contribution Area and may therefore be eligible for grant funding for forestry creation.
Funding remains available through the Scottish Government’s Forestry Grant Scheme. Approved schemes would also be eligible to be registered on the Woodland Carbon register which offers opportunity to trade the associated carbon credits.
There are currently no grant schemes in operation over the land. The land is affected by surface water flooding on the north east corner only, further information is available on SEPA maps.
Location
Dunblane is a quaint cathedral town and lies between the rugged mountain peaks of Perthshire to the north and the Carse of Stirling to the south, on the banks of the river Allan, a tributary of the River Forth. The 13th century cathedral is the focal point of this charming town with a population of around 9,000 residents.
The town has a variety of local and independent shops in addition to convenient supermarkets including a Marks and Spencer foodstore, Tesco and Cooperative store. Dunblane offers good recreational facilities hich include tennis, squash and bowling clubs and a golf club. The Dunblane Centre has a range of facilities available for all ages such as a sports hall, art studio, fitness suite, music room and a conference room. The Riverside Restaurant, Old Churches House Hotel and Brasserie and the popular Tilly Tearoom provide opportunities for dining out, as well as the well-known DoubleTree by Hilton Dunblane Hydro Hotel. This Hotel also offers a leisure club. In addition the highly acclaimed Cromlix hotel is nearby.
The historic city of Stirling is readily accessible and offers extensive shopping, leisure and recreational amenities. It also boasts many buildings of historical interest and national importance including Stirling Castle and The Wallace Monument. Stirling University` s campus in nearby Bridge of Allan provides wonderful sporting amenities and also the MacRoberts Art Centre. Bridge of Allan also offers a number of independent retailers, cafés and restaurants.
The Stirlingshire countryside offers a plethora of outdoor pursuits including hacking, walking, fishing, shooting, hill walking, golfing, wildlife watching, mountain biking and canoeing.
There are three primary schools in Dunblane and secondary schooling is provided at Dunblane High School. There are also a good selection of nursery schools and private schools nearby including Ardvreck and Morrison’s Academy in Crieff, Dollar Academy and the new Fairview co-educational independent school in Bridge of Allan.
Dunblane is well placed for road and rail connections to all the major towns and cities of central Scotland. The pivot of the motorway network is only 2 miles to the south with the M9 and M80 giving quick access to dinburgh and Glasgow respectively. The A9 has dual carriageway all the way to Perth. Both Edinburgh and Glasgow airports are within easy reach.
Accommodation
Lot 1: House and Gardens - Approximately 0.06 Ha (0.14 acres)
Lot 2: Outbuildings with development potential* - Approximately 0.19 Ha (0.46)
Lot 3: Paddock to the east of the cottage - Approximately 0.22 Ha (0.49 acres)
Lot 4: Paddock - Approximately 0.7 Ha (2.07 acres)
Lot 5: Grazing land - Approximately 15.9 Ha (38.47 acres)
AS A WHOLE - Approximately 16.96 Ha (41.93 acres)
Drainage/ SEPA - The land appears to be predominately freely draining with no particular defects noted. There are some rushes suggesting waterlogged soils in certain areas. SEPA has identified a high to medium risk of surface water flooding on small areas of Lot 3 & 5. For further information please visit https://www.sepa.org.uk/environment/water/flooding/flood-maps/
Boundaries - The property is accessed from the minor public road, which runs adjacent to the holding, and we assume that full and unrestricted rights of access are in place.
The land is generally enclosed by a mixture of stone walls and post and wire fencing of mixed repair. March fencing is maintained on a mutual basis with neighbouring owners. The ground for sale is as is described in the title deeds and warrandice will be excluded for any area where the fence line lies outside the legal boundary.
Terms
Rateable Value - No rateable value currently applies to this agricultural holding. However the subjects may require to be assessed to meet specific occupier requirements. Further information on rates payments are available at www. saa.gov.uk.
Closing Date - It is likely that a closing date for offers will be set and prospective purchasers are advised to register their interest in the property to ensure that they are given notice of any closing date. Failure to register interest may result in the property being sold without notice.
Entry - By mutual agreement.
Offers - Offers must be submitted in Scottish legal terms to the Selling Agents. A closing date for offers may be fixed and prospective purchasers are advised to register their interest with the Selling Agents following inspection. Whilst every effort will be made to ensure that parties having registered their interest will be notified of a closing date this cannot be guaranteed. It should be noted that the vendor reserves the right to accept offers prior to a closing date being set. In addition, the seller reserves the right to not accept the highest or indeed any offer.
Specification
- Lot 1: House and Gardens - Approximately 0.06 Ha (0.14 acres) - Offers over £240,000
- Lot 2: Outbuildings with development potential* - Approximately 0.19 Ha (0.46) - Offers over £70,000
- Lot 3: Paddock to the east of the cottage - Approximately 0.22 Ha (0.49 acres) - Offers over £5000
- Lot 4: Paddock - Approximately 0.7 Ha (2.07 acres) - Offers over £10,000
- Lot 5: Grazing land - Approximately 15.9 Ha (38.47 acres) - Offers over £165,000
- AS A WHOLE - Approximately 16.96 Ha (41.93 acres) - Offers over £490,000