Former Hillside Care Home, Boreland Road, Lockerbie, DG11 2RJ

The subjects comprise a two storey detached building of solid stone construction under a pitched and slated roof. The building incorporates a feature bow fronted projection with turreted roof above to the front elevation. We understand the property was originally constructed as a private dwelling house and was later altered and adapted to form its most recent use as a registered Care Home. A substantial outbuilding of brick/stone construction under a pitched and slated roof pertains to the rear elevation. The property sits in substantial garden grounds which are attractively landscaped and benefit from a tarmac surfaced drive from the main road. The subjects benefit from an elevated position with views overlooking the adjacent fields.

Location

Lockerbie has a resident population of approximately 4,009 persons (Census 2001) and is located within Dumfries & Galloway, approximately 12 miles north of Annan and 15 miles east of Dumfries. The village has access within 1 mile to the M74 motorway connected north and south. The subjects are located in an attractive rural position approximately 21/2 miles to the north of Lockerbie village centre. The property benefits from an elevated setting, allowing uninterrupted views down the rolling countryside. The subjects are accessed off Boreland Road which comprises part of the B723, a local B road linking the village centre of Lockerbie to the nearby settlement of Boreland to the north. The surrounding area is primarily rural in nature.

Accommodation

The accommodation is provided for over ground and first floors and comprises sixteen bedrooms together with living room, lounge, dining room and ancillary accommodation. The subjects are set within grounds extending to approximately 1.11 hectares (2.75 acres). All measurements have been carried out in accordance with the RICS Code of Measuring Practice (6th Edition).

Terms

Offers in excess of £400,000 are invited. The purchase price is quoted exclusive of VAT and prospective purchasers will be required to satisfy themselves independently as to the incidence of VAT upon the purchase.

Specification

• Former registered care home set within grounds of 1.11 hectares / 2.75 acres
• Excellent potential for alternative uses