Quarter Wood House Plot, Broughton, Biggar, Scottish Borders, ML12 6JF

Plot Description
Enjoying an elevated and secluded position on the hillside along Glenholm, 2.7 miles from the village of Broughton in the Scottish Borders, Quarter Wood House plot is a unique and extremely attractive proposition. Extending to 3 acres, this generous plot includes full planning consent and building warrants for a 293msq/3153.82sqf property, tastefully designed in keeping with the natural surroundings.

The design in outline comprises extensive open plan living/dining/kitchen, 6 bedrooms, 4 ensuites plus a family bathroom plus additional ancillary/flexible rooms and spaces. The site is beautifully positioned and accessed by a sweeping woodland driveway. An existing large pond and stream run through the plot, together with numerous mature trees and woodland screening forming the boundaries.

Whilst full planning consent and the successful building warrant application have been completed the opportunity still exists, through the required planning procedures, to amend the existing design/layout.

6 beds (4 ensuite), open plan living/dining/kitchen, family bathroom, integral garage.

Planning Reference Details
Planning Reference Number - 22/00863/FUL
Planning Permission Documentation
22/00863/FUL | Erection of dwellinghouse with integral garage | Land To West Of Quarter House Broughton Scottish Borders (scotborders.gov.uk)

Building Warrant Confirmation
https://eplanning.scotborders.gov.uk/online-applications/scottishBuildingWarrantDetails.dokeyVal=RISWPCNTLR700&activeTab=summary

Approved Plans and Elevation
22_00863_FUL-APPROVED_PLANS_AND_ELEVATIONS-3646709.pdf (scotborders.gov.uk)

Distances -
Peebles 10 miles, Biggar 7 miles, Edinburgh City Bypass 26.5 miles, Moffat 23.4 miles
(All distances are approximate).

Additional Information -
Full planning consent was granted, subject to minor conditions, on 23 June 2022. All developer contributions have been paid in full.

Full building warrant application and SAP calculations has been submitted and approved, including payment of all relevant fees. Access: Servitude rights of access will be granted along the existing track over land retained by the vendors.

The site is being sold as a fully serviced plot, based on the following, full details can be made available on request or during any site visit.

Provision for a private (hill water) supply is in place, with all necessary servitude rights to ensure a guaranteed supply.

SP Energy Networks completed the installation of a temporary metered supply to the site boundary in May 2021.

Full fibre broadband infrastructure - up to 900Mbps (BT Open Reach) was connected to the boundary of the site in May 2021, awaiting direct connection to the proposed development.

Full foul and surface water drainage design has been completed and approved as part of the Building Warrant application. Note: The services have not been checked by the selling agents.

The property has not yet been assessed for council tax purposes.

Area Insights -
Situated just 2.7miles south of the village of Broughton, Glenholm offers peace, seclusion and wonderful views across the rolling hills and valleys, unique to the Scottish Borders.

Broughton is a thriving village with a strong sense of community spirit. The village houses a Primary School, Broughton Village Store, a garage and the Laurel Bank Tea Room. The market town of Biggar lies 5 miles to the west and all services and amenities can be found here, alongside a plethora of independent retailers, local produce, Biggar Medical Practice, Biggar High School and a multitude of activities for all ages. Biggar Little Festival is an annual event attracting talent from near and far.

Peebles, 10 miles to the east, via Stobo, has all the amenities one would expect with excellent independent retailers and service providers adding plenty to the mix. There are two national supermarkets in Peebles and some truly fantastic local suppliers such as Cocoa Black Chocolatiers, Forsyth’s of Peebles Butcher, Ross Dougal Fishmongers and Coltman’s Kitchen & Deli. Peebles also offers several medical practices, dentists, a library, art galleries and a museum. Schooling is well regarded in the immediate area with a choice of four Primary Schools and Peebles High School. Private schooling is available in Edinburgh and several of these schools offer bus services from Edinburgh to outlying areas.

The Scottish Borders offers a myriad of sporting activities including fishing, shooting, horse riding, golf and cycling. Wild swimmers and campers will be spoilt for choice in these surroundings. It is also an ideal area for walkers, with beautiful walks accessible straight from the doorstep.

Access to Edinburgh City Centre is directly up the A701 and Edinburgh City Bypass can be reached within 45mins. The A701 south leads to Moffat (23 miles) and Abington, giving access to the M74. Lanark Railway Station is 17miles providing a direct route to Glasgow.