The former Maud hospital buildings and site represent an outstanding opportunity to purchase and develop an imposing feature granite building with ancillary accommodation and extensive grounds located within the village of Maud. The subjects comprise an extensive site extending to approximately 1.21 hectares (2.99 acres). The former hospital buildings are located in a central position within the site and comprise an imposing Category ‘B’ listed building of traditional granite and slate construction with ancillary accommodation contained within a further terraced building to the rear. The Original building, comprising two storeys & an attic, was opened in 1869. Historically the property has been utilised for health care purposes until the recent closure of the Hospital. Consequently, the original building, ancillary accommodation and associated ground may be suitable for some form of redevelopment and are considered to offer potential for a variety of uses.
Location
The property is located to the south side of the village of Maud and is accessed via Bank Road. Maud itself represents a small rural settlement which stands around 29 miles north of Aberdeen, around 13 miles west of Peterhead and around 14 miles east of Turriff. Maud itself originally developed around its role as an agricultural service centre and historically included a busy livestock auction mart. The majority of the land surrounding the settlement remains in agricultural use, however the former auction mart has been redeveloped to provide community facilities. The settlement continues to act as a service centre for the surrounding agricultural community and the population base within the village. Local amenities and facilities include a small business centre, health centre, gym, primary school, two convenience stores, several other local shops and The Station Hotel. The village has a varied economic base which is largely associated with agricultural service industries.
Accommodation
We have calculated the property to have the following approximate floor area:-
Ground floor: Main building, linkway and rear terrace - 1,121.06sq.m (12,067sq.ft)
First Floor: Main building and linkway - 908.50sq.m (9,779sq.ft)
Attic - 716.15sq.m (7,709sq.ft)
Ancillary sheds and Plant Room - 62.46sq.m (672sq.ft)
The abovementioned areas have been calculated on a gross internal area basis in accordance with the Code of Measuring Practice (Sixth Edition) as prepared by the RICS.
The original buildings were opened in 1869 and are Category ‘B’ listed. The property lies within the settlement boundary of Maud as defined with the Aberdeenshire Local Plan which was adopted in 2006. The site and buildings may be suitable for some form of redevelopment to a variety of uses and further information on the planning status of the site and buildings can be found
within the further information package. Notwithstanding, prospective purchasers will require to satisfy themselves that their proposals are acceptable to Aberdeenshire Council.
Terms
Offers not including suspensive planning conditions will be preferred although offers containing such conditions will be considered if supported by an outline of the development proposals including indicative drawings.