The subjects comprise a large acreage of land which is situated on the northern side of the A75 at the junction with the A711 around 2km south-west of the Bridge of Dee.
The site extends to approximately 104 acres, 42.1 hectares and has Barncrosh Farm at its centre. The property was the location of an established self-catering tourist accommodation provider which previously provided 16 holiday lets, including the farmhouse itself as well as a range of units nearby including at the converted steading buildings (which have now been demolished).
The site contains an existing vehicular access onto the A75 which serves the farm by way of a single track access road with passing places. The site contains a mix of undulating open pastoral land and woodlands, which are designated as Ancient Woodlands, together with sporadic trees and some established whin growth and rockier outcrops within fields.
Many of the buildings, principally the steading complex and the farm buildings have been demolished leaving only 4 residential properties intact. There are 2 other residences located on the site which are in private ownership and which will undoubtedly enjoy statutory rights associated with the ownership.
There is currently a joint venture agreement in place whereby any prospective purchaser would require to work with the existing developer of the site. Further information can be provided to seriously intereste parties.
Location
Dumfries and Galloway is one of 32 unitary council areas of Scotland and is located in the western Southern Uplands. Dumfries is the administrative centre of the region and is itself is a traditional market town and former royal burgh within the Dumfries and Galloway council area of Scotland. Dumfries is located near the mouth of the River Nith into the Solway Firth.
The site is in a rural setting and most amenities are drawn from Castle Douglas. The town has a range of shops, mainly sited on King Street. As a market town too it is a magnet for people from surrounding areas. And it's close to the South West Coastal 300 route.
Accommodation
Size - approximately 104 acres (42.1 hectares)
The Dairy.
Detached cottage of stone construction surmounted by pitched and slated roof. Due to the poor condition of the property no access is available and we have assumed the accommodation provides the following:
Ground floor: Hallway, living room, 2 bedrooms, kitchen, 2 conservatories, bathroom and shower room.
First floor: 2 bedrooms and shower room.
Tom’s Cottage
Detached cottage of non-traditional construction, rendered externally. The roof is timber pitched and tiled. No access is available but we understand the accommodation comprises of and entrance hall, living room 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
Screel
Semi-detached cottage of traditional masonry construction, rendered externally. The roof is timber framed pitched and slated. No access is available but we understand the accommodation comprises of the following:
There are masonry chimneys.
Ground floor: Entrance Hall, living room, kitchen, 2 bedrooms and bathroom.
First floor: 2 bedrooms.
The Farmhouse
Detached Villa of traditional masonry construction, rendered externally. The roofs are timber framed pitched and slated. No access is available but we understand the accommodation comprises of the following:
Ground Floor: Entrance Hall, living room, sitting room, dining room, kitchen and shower room.
First floor: Landing, 2 bedrooms and shower room.
Annexe: Living room, kitchen/dining room, 2 bedrooms and bathroom.
Terms
Planning - In January 2018 the site was granted planning permission for development of 444 lodges, re-development of existing building and leisure facilities.
In December 2020 it was applied to re-new the planning which was refused on the basis that some of the works undertaken were not in accordance with the planning application.
At present we understand a new application has been submitted for the formation of 422 lodges and 1 holiday let, erection of central facility building and administration/reception building incorporating food hall (Class 3), retail units (Class 1) and indoor play (Class 11). This is currently at review with the local planning department.
All queries in relation to redevelopment/ reconfiguration of the subjects should be addressed to Dumfries & Galloway Council Planning Department.
Proposal - Offers are invited for the Heritable interest.
All interested parties will be required to undertake and satisfy our Anti-Money Laundering procedures.
Closing Date - A closing date may be set and all interested parties should make a note of interest at the offices of the Sole Agent. We reserve the right to sell or let the property without setting a closing date and we are not obliged to accept the highest or indeed any offer for the sale or lease of the property.
VAT - All prices, premiums and rents quoted are exclusive of VAT.
Rating - Please refer to www.saa.gov.uk
EPC - The properties on site are in a condition that is too dangerous to undertake an EPC inspection.
Specification
- Planning permission at consultation stage for 422 lodges and re-development of existing building
- Approximately 104 acres
- Subject to a joint venture agreement
- Offers invited