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Land West Of Auchgoyle Cottage, Millhouse, Tighnabruaich, PA21

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£149,950
Robb Residential, Glasgow
PROPERTY TYPE

Land

SIZE

670,824 sq ft

62,322 sq m

Description

Description
The present owners have constructed a temporary structure on the site. The structure is not connected to services, future owners may wish (subject to planning) to develop the temporary structure further or pursue the development of the planning reference below.

Access to the site is to be direct from the minor B8000 single-track road. The land which forms the site is generally in good heart and includes a small block of semi ancient native woodland. The intended location of the new home has an elevated position from where there are southerly aspects across adjacent rolling countryside and on to the northern land mass of the neighbouring island of Arran. The land is bounded by post and wire rylock fencing and the very pretty river Allt Osda meanders through the lands to the western side.

The extent of the land available for sale extends to circa 15.4 acres in all and is in three parcels.

Planning permission Erection of one single storey 2-bedroom cottage, formation of vehicular access has been granted within phase 1. Planning Reference; 20/00851/PP & 24/00761/NMA.

Note
I The access shall be formed in accordance with Argyll and Bute Council's Standard Detail SD 8004a (Access from a Single-Track Road) with a minimum width of 4.5 metres;
ii. The carriageway shall be widened to 5.5 metres across the vehicular access;
iii. The first 5 metres of the access back from the edge of the road shall be finished with a sealed surface to prevent debris being deposited onto the carriageway;
iv. Parking and turning for two vehicles shall be provided within the curtilage of the dwelling house.

Services are available locally, however, for good order, we confirm that the site will be sold as seen and un-serviced.

Drainage will be by a SEPA approved private drainage system to be installed by the eventual purchaser.

Mains electricity is available to the site via the transformer located due west within the consented site, as yet not connected.

Water will be by mains supply, it is understood that a water main runs along the B8000, no connection has been established at this time.

Note: The services have not been checked by the selling agents.

Situation
The Land West of Auchgoyle Cottage is situated in an area of great natural scenic beauty in the very pleasant little settlement of Millhouse which is located midway between Kames and Portavadie at the Ardlamont peninsula on the west of Scotland.

About 2.1 miles and 2.8 miles respectively to the east of Land West of Auchgoyle Cottage are the conjoined coastal villages of Tighnabruaich and Kames The villages are a well-known sheltered anchorage with moorings that are always lively with the comings and goings of boating and yachting craft. One of its highlights is the regular berthing of the famous Waverley, reputed to be the world’s last sea going paddle steamer. Always a sight to behold as she berths at Tighnabruaich pier with day trippers.

Kames has well-stocked local provisions store and at the centre of Tighnabruaich there are further shops as well as a doctor’s surgery and other local amenities that cater for everyday needs. A bus service runs from Tighnabruaich to both Rothesay and Dunoon.

Portavadie Marina is 2.4 miles away to the west and has in recent years seen significant investment in creating a modern state of the art Marina infrastructure, with associated chandlery, restaurant, accommodation and spa facilities. The marina is fast gaining a reputation among the sailing communities as a must go to destination and many drive to the marina for culinary days and evenings out.

Tarbert is 7.5 miles to the west and there is a ferry service from Portavadie direct to Tarbert.

The city of Glasgow is 57 miles distant (via a pleasant boat crossing to Gourock) and has numerous retail districts and all the higher educational, cultural and leisure services normally associated with a major international centre.

Tighnabruaich has a reputable and award-winning primary and secondary school is available at Dunoon Grammar.

The area is famous for its dramatic natural scenic beauty; yachtsmen and women all over the world sail through the scenic Kyles from the Clyde marinas and on through the Crinan canal and out to the Hebridean islands. A new marina and restaurant complex at Portavadie is 6 miles to the west and offers facilities such as a leisure centre with indoor and outdoor infinity pool and beauty treatment rooms. Portavadie also hosts facilities supporting great mountain bike trails in the area.

The area offers much in the way of relaxing outdoor pursuits. Tighnabruaich Golf Club is a scenic and challenging 9-hole golf course. There is tennis and inevitably, a famous sailing school.

Sea, river and loch fishing are also available in the area, as are a number of commercially run shoots. Some of the local estates allow stalking by arrangement.

Tighnabruaich lies on “Argyll’s Secret Coast”, which stretches from Strachur at the top of Loch Fyne round the coast to Colintraive. It is an area of stunning natural beauty where there are countless opportunities to discover peaceful locations. Nearby activities include walks in forests or along the coast, fishing, kayaking or sailing and enjoying the wildlife.

Local Authorities
Argyll & Bute Council
Kilmory
Lochgilphead
Argyll
PA31 8RT
Tel: 01546-602127.

Directions
From Glasgow city centre leave in a westerly direction on the M8 motorway. Continue for 21 miles to arrive at Port Glasgow. Follow signs Greenock and Gourock on the A770 for 8 miles to reach the Western Ferry terminal at McInroy’s Point. Take the ferry to Hunters Quay Dunoon. Leave the terminal and turn right on the A815 through Sandbank. After 3.5 miles turn left on to the B836. Travel for 11 miles before turning right on to the A886. Travel for 1.5 miles then turn left onto the A8003. Travel for 7 miles to reach Tighnabruaich. On arrival in the village turn right onto the B8000, continue along the coast through the next village of Kames, turning right at the post office remaining on the B8000 for a further 1.2 miles to reach the hamlet of Millhouse. Turn left at the crossroads and continue for 0.1 miles before turning right onto the access track that leads to Land West of Auchgoyle Cottage.

Alternatively, from Glasgow proceed in a westerly direction on the M8 motorway for about 15 miles taking junction 30 onto the Erskine Bridge. Turn left off the bridge on the A82 and continue for about 25 miles to reach Tarbet. Continue to the left at Tarbet onto the A83 and proceed through Arrochar for a further 13 miles. Turn left onto the A815 and travel for 10 miles to Strachur. At Strachur turn right onto A886 and travel for 15 miles. Turn right on to the A8003. Travel for 7 miles to reach Tighnabruaich. On arrival in the Village, follow directions above."
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Land West Of Auchgoyle Cottage, Millhouse, Tighnabruaich, PA21

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Distances are straight line measurements from the centre of the postcode
  • Wemyss Bay Station14.6 miles
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Robb Residential is an independent full service sales and lettings agency business. Our Principal, Iain Robb and his team have been successfully selling and providing residential asset management services in quality property for over 30 years. Iain has consistently recruited and worked with some of the best Estate and Lettings Agents in the country.

Together we conscientiously deliver service excellence and results. Our efforts have been recognised by our professional partners and our clients and we are proud to have been involved in some of the highest profile residential sales and lettings campaigns in the west of Scotland.

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