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LAND AT CARMABEN BRAE, , SOUTH , EH46 7HF • Greenfield land extending to approx. 6.5 acres (2.6 ha) with residential development potential, subject to consents • Site allocated as Housing Land in the adopted Local Development Plan 2015 • Attractive edge-of-village setting in a rural settlement around 30 km / 19 miles south west of • Offers invited for the site as a whole

LOCATION DESCRIPTION PLANNING The site is positioned around 30 km / 19 miles south west of The land for sale is located to the north of Dolphinton and extends The site is identified as Housing Land within the South Lanarkshire Edinburgh in Dolphinton, a small country village on the A702. to an approximate area of 6.5 acres (2.6 ha). The site comprises Local Development Plan 2015. The land at Carmaben Brae is the The land benefits from a rural location with modern transport links mainly open ground is attractively bordered by mature woodland. only housing site allocated within Dolphinton in the LDP. providing access to nearby towns and cities. The development opportunity has a well positioned edge-of village For developments of 20 units or more South Lanarkshire Council location with housing an appropriate extension to the existing require a contribution of 25% of the site’s capacity as serviced land There are a number of vibrant local towns within the vicinity of layout of the settlement. Dolphinton with (approx. 6 km / 4 miles), Biggar for the provision of affordable housing, where there is a proven (approx. 12 km / 7.5 miles), (approx. 16 km / 10 miles), To the north and west of the site are wooded areas and areas of need. If on-site provision is not a viable option the Council will (approx. 22km / 14 miles) and many other settlements open ground. To the east and south of the site are substantial, consider off-site provision in the same Housing Market Area. within a commutable distance. The A702 (adjacent to the site) mainly detached, family homes built by Muir Homes in 2003. There are no listed buildings within the subject site and the site is allows continuous a-road access to all major settlements within This housing development has proved a popular homebuyer not within a Conservation Area. the central belt, and beyond. Dolphinton benefits location and has established a quality residential environment. from public transport links to Edinburgh with a regular bus service Vehicular access is anticipated to be taken from the east of the Planning policy information can be obtained from South available from Stagecoach (101 and 102). site via Carmaben Brae. Full rights of access will be provided to Lanarkshire Council’s Local Development Plan webpage: construct this road to the required standard. http://www.southlanarkshire.gov.uk/info/200172/plans_and_ Dolphinton comprises mainly residential uses although there are policies/39/development_plans/5 a selection of local services including a local food store, chemist, For further discussion on planning issues South Lanarkshire post office, bank and public house in nearby West Linton. A more Council can be contacted on 0303 123 1015 / comprehensive range of local facilities can be found in Peebles which is a popular market town. Peebles offers a varied selection [email protected]. of retail facilities including an interesting selection of independent shops, food stores stocking local produce and supermarkets (Sainsbury’s / Tesco). In addition the town has a range of cultural, tourist and community facilities including art galleries, theatres, bars, restaurants, health centres, post offices, banks and sporting clubs. The site is also located south west of retail facilities at Straiton Retail Park (Sainsbury’s, Ikea, Asda, TKMaxx, Homebase, M&S Simply Food) around 25 km / 15 miles away.

Throughout the nearby countryside there are pleasant rural walks to enjoy with a wealth of country pursuits available including cycling, golf and fishing. The local Tweed Valley area is popular with locals and tourists alike given its attractive countryside, wide range of activities and good road transport links. The nearby River Tweed is a prolific Salmon river and shooting can be arranged on nearby Estates. Biking trails within the area are nationally renowned and include 7stanes Glentress, which offers around 50 miles of trails, and 7stanes Innerleithen, which has challenging cross-country and downhill trails. Glentress is also home to Go Ape forest adventure park. There are a selection of golf courses close to Dolphinton with West Linton Golf Club, Biggar Golf Club and Peebles Golf Club all within 10 miles.

Primary education is available at the nearby West Linton, Walston, Newlands and Biggar schools. Secondary education in provided in Peebles, Biggar and Edinburgh.

NOTE - Published for the purposes of identification only and although believed to be correct its accuracy is not guaranteed. Reproduced from the Ordnance Survey Map with the permission of the Controller of H.M. Stationery Office © Crown copyright licence number 100022432 Savills (L&P) Limited. METHOD OF SALE The heritable interest (freehold) in the site is offered for sale as a whole with vacant possession.

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NOTE - Published for the purposes of identification only and although believed to be correct its accuracy NOTE - Published for the purposes of identification only and although believed to be correct its accuracy FURTHER INFORMATION is not guaranteed. Reproduced from the Ordnance Survey Map with the permission of the Controller of is not guaranteed. Reproduced from the Ordnance Survey Map with the permission of the Controller of H.M. Stationery Office © Crown copyright licence number 100022432 Savills (L&P) Limited. H.M. Stationery Office © Crown copyright licence number 100022432 Savills (L&P) Limited. Further site information is available to interested parties. For full details please contact the selling agents. IMPORTANT NOTICE Savills, their clients and any joint agents give notice that: 1. They are not authorised to make or give any representations or warranties in relation to the property either here or elsewhere, either on their own behalf or on behalf of their client or otherwise. They assume no responsibility for any statement that may be made in these particulars. These particulars do not form part of any offer or contract and must not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact. 2. Any areas, measurements or distances are approximate. The text, images and plans are for guidance only and are not necessarily comprehensive. It should not be assumed that the property has all necessary planning, building regulation or other consents and Savills have not tested any services, equipment or facilities. Purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise.

3. Date of publication January 2016. 151130RC SAVILLS EDINBURGH Richard Cottingham Danielle Corker Wemyss House, 8 Wemyss Place, [email protected] [email protected] +44 (0) 131 247 3826 +44 (0) 131 247 3825 Edinburgh, EH3 6DH T +44 (0) 131 247 3700 F +44 (0) 131 247 3724