Mumrills Farm is an old farming settlement, dating to at least the 18th century, with the present buildings dating from the earlier 19th century. Mumrills Farm forms part of the Callendar estate, however it is marked on the early 19th century plans as being part of the Kinneil Estate. The farm passed into the possession of the Kerse estate during the earlier 19th century and was farmed by a Mr Robert Walker at this time, who built the adjoining subjects for sale. This classical farmhouse, demonstrates some fine ashlar detailing and the remains of formally planned grounds, is thought to be the work of the celebrated Glasgow architect David Hamilton, one of Scotlands most celebrated architects of the 19th century. It is understood that Mumrills House was built sometime between 1825 and 1835.
The largest fort on the Antonine Wall was located at the east end of Laurieston on the site of former Mumrills Farm.
Mumrills Farmhouse is accessed via a private driveway shared with the neighbouring farm and to be retained by Callander Estates. A driveway sweeps around the front of this attractive sandstone Category B-Listed farmhouse which lies under a slate roof.
The property was divided into four one bedroom self-contained apartments some years ago however the property is presented as a potential development project subject to obtaining the necessary consents. Mumrills may lend itself to being reinstated as a fine family home with Georgian proportions and original period features including some working shutters, sash and case windows, ornate ceiling roses and cornicing.
Location
Laurieston is a village in the Falkirk council area of Central Scotland situated 1.5 miles (2.4 km) east of Falkirk, 1.6 miles (2.6 km) south-west of Grangemouth and 1.6 miles (2.6 km) west of Polmont. Laurieston is located on the A803 road between Falkirk and Polmont. The course of the Antonine Wall runs through the village with the largest fort on the wall located at Mumrills. Falkirk is an area that is well provided for with a wide range of locale amenities from schooling at both primary and secondary levels to shopping and a variety of leisure facilities. The area proves popular with commuters seeking access via surrounding road and motorway networks to centres of business throughout the central belt and rail links at Polmont and Falkirk High provide express services to both Glasgow and Edinburgh.
Accommodation
The subjects occupy a generous site of some 0.96 acre, including the confines of an attractive former walled garden, and further extensive garden grounds containing a number of specimen trees and herbaceous borders.
The accommodation comprises:
Entrance hall with secure entry, original cornicing and ceiling rose. Original staircase with decorative cast iron balusters with moulded mahogany balustrade. Under stair cupboard houses fuse boxes for the four apartments.
Upper landing with hatch to roof void.
Flat 1: Entrance from inner hall on ground floor. Hall cupboard. Bathroom (Bath with shower over) WC, WHB, Bedroom with outlook over rear courtyard. Living room with dual aspect and Edinburgh bookcase cupboard. Fully fitted kitchenette with pantry cupboard.
Flat 2: Entrance from inner hall on ground floor or garden access door. Living room with dual aspect. Dining room with fireplace. Edinburgh bookcase. Generous storage cupboard with further storage above. Bathroom with bath, handheld shower over, WC and WHB. Fully fitted dining kitchen requiring upgrading. Garden door accesses store room in small courtyard.
Flat 3: Fully fitted modern kitchenette. Bathroom with shower over bath, WC, WHB & storage unit. Bedroom with storage cupboard. Living room with concealed fireplace, dual aspect, original shutters and storage cupboards.
Flat 4: Living room with storage cupboard. Bedroom. Bathroom with shower over bath, kitchenette and pantry cupboard. Roof access via stairwell.
Outbuilding: Red brick construction under a slate and partly felted roof accessed via courtyard which links to the main house, it possibly served as a wash-house or workshop and is now used for storage.
Gardens: Patio/ sun terrace to the north west. Drying green to the east. Former walled garden to the south with some raised beds and seedling trees.
Terms
RATES
Each apartment has been allocated Band A for Council Tax purposes.
LISTING BUILDING
The Farmhouse including the courtyard, garden walls and outbuildings are listed as Category B. Further details are available through Historic Scotland, the reference is LB50158.
SERVICES
Water - Mains Water
Drainage - Mains Drainage
Heating - Oil fired Central Heating
ENERGY PERFORMANCE CERTIFICATE
The EPC rating for each apartment is:
Flat 1 - D60
Flat 2 - D33
Flat 3 - D63
Flat 4 - D60
DIRECTIONS
For satnav purposes the property postcode is FK2 9QR
LOCAL AUTHORITY
Falkirk Council
Municipal Buildings
West Bridge Street
Falkirk
FK1 5RS
Tel: 01324 506070
E-mail: contact.centre@falkirk.gov.uk
Website: www.falkirk.gov.uk
SOLICITOR
Anderson Strathern
1 Rutland Court
Edinburgh
EH3 8EY
PLANNING
DM Hall specialises in providing planning advice for residential and commercial developments. To discuss your requirements please contact:
Paul Houghton
T: 07786 260212
E: paul.houghton@dmhall.co.uk
DATE OF ENTRY
Date of entry shall be by mutual agreement. The property is offered with vacant possession.
HEALTH & SAFETY
Please note that there is an operational farm within close proximity to the property. Caution should be exercised with regards to agricultural vehicles on the shared access road.
Specification
- Subdivided into four one bedroom apartments
- Suitable for conversion into an extensive family home (subject to obtaining the necessary consents)
- Extensive grounds and walled garden
- Semi-rural location
- Peaceful and private property
- Panoramic views towards the Ochil hills