We are now able to advise that the closing date for offers is Tuesday 26th November 2013, at 12 noon.
With regard to offers these must be in the format specified in the particulars
Please be reminded that prior to submitting any offer, to refer to the Planning Brief (attached) and in particular drawing your attention to page 5 the section regarding “Education”
THE PROPERTY
Clarendon House is a 2-storey B listed villa. Its design is a 3 bay symmetrical classical style with canted windows to the south elevation. It was built in approximately 1820, with the subsequent addition of a 2 storey extension to the rear in around circa 1875 with a 3 storey Italianate tower on the west elevation.
To the east of property is a modern 2 storey extension which is not listed.
The stable block was constructed in 1875 is B listed and comprised a single storey and attic. Its design is symmetrical 3 bay rectangular building constructed in cream bull-faced snecked sandstone with picked and droved ashlar dressings and overhanging eaves.
The House is at the end of a tree lined drive through wooded grounds and is set in approximately 2.78 hectares (6.9 acres) of its own grounds on the outskirts of Linlithgow.
The property falls within the catchment of a number of good primary and secondary schools including Low Port Primary, St Josephs RC Primary Linlithgow Academy and St Kentigerns Academy.
PLANNING PERMISSION & DEVELOPMENT POTENTIAL
Clarendon House is Category B listed and is within the Upper Linlithgow and Union Canal Conservation Area, as identified in the West Lothian Local Plan. Trees are also protected by virtue of the conservation area designation.
A planning brief has been approved for the property which outlines a range of uses which in principle are acceptable in planning terms. These include residential (subject to constraints), day centre, nursing home, education, function suite, hotel, restaurant and offices or a combination. A copy of the approved Planning Brief is attached with these Particulars.
Prospective purchasers must satisfy themselves as to the suitability of the subjects for their intended purpose and are strongly advised to discuss their proposals in planning terms fully with the Council’s Development Management unit before making any offer. See contact details for planning below.
Location
Clarendon House is located on Manse Road, Linlithgow, to the south of the historic town centre, close to the Bathgate Hills.
The House has excellent road links to Edinburgh, Glasgow and Stirling via junction 4 of the M9 motorway. In addition there is a railway station at Linlithgow with commuter services to Edinburgh and Glasgow providing convenient access to Scottish principal cities and the amenities of the central belt. Edinburgh Airport is approximately 13 miles away.
Accommodation
LOTS
The property will be sold as a whole or in lots or in a combination of lots. The lots are as outlined below and show on the following plan:
Lot 1
Comprising approximately 3.365 acres. To the south of the lot is a large secluded area which has the potential to be developed for up to 6 substantial family homes, in an idyllic woodland setting with large yew hedges. The lot incorporates an area of planting that is to be retained and managed as required by the Planning Brief.
Lot 2
Comprising approximately 2.246 acres. The lot includes the original house, 3 storey Italianate tower and the modern extension. There are extensive grounds to the south of the house beyond the main parking area. The interior of the property has a stained glass panel over the tripartite pilastered half-glazed vestibule door.
The principal rooms feature fine plasterwork ceilings, complete with friezes and centrepieces. There are also marble chimneypieces in a number of rooms. There are timber balusters to a dog staircase. The grounds predominately consist of two large flat grassed areas which are to remain undeveloped, as required in the planning brief.
Lot 3
Comprising approximately 0.384 acres. The lot includes the Stable Block, with a courtyard to the north and a small triangular shaped garden to the south. This lot has excellent redevelopment potential for conversion and restoration as a family home.
Terms
Prospective purchasers should also consult Building Standards in respect to any proposed alteration to Clarendon House or the stable block, which might require a Building Warrant.
Whole Property: Offers over £1,075,000
Lot 1: Offers over £650,000
Lot 2: Offers over £375,000
Lot 3: Offers over £99,000
Specification
EPC Rating G