GARBHALTCAIRNDOW, STRATHLACHLAN, ARGYLL

Stirling01786 434600stirling@galbraithgroup.com

GARBHALT, CAIRNDOW, STRATHLACHLAN, ARGYLL

A superb development opportunity on the site of a former coaching inn, close to Loch Fyne.

Strachur 6 miles ■ Dunoon 24 miles ■ Glasgow 60 miles

Acreage about 3.68 acres (1.49 hectares)

■ Very picturesque, rural setting

■ Stunning scenery and close to coast

■ Generous plot with adjoining field

■ Popular location on Cowal Peninsula

■ Walking distance from famous Inver Cottage Restaurant

■ Ideal location for weekend retreat

SITUATION Garbhalt is situated on the stunning Cowal Peninsula, an area known for its beautiful scenery, varied wildlife and wide range of outdoor pursuits. The property is surrounded by delightful, unspoiled countryside, yet situated conveniently close to the main road network with Glasgow airport 75 minutes’ drive away, the city centre under 2 hours and Edinburgh under 3 hours. A short distance from Garbhalt is the village of Strachur with shop and post office, medical practice, primary school and village hall. Further south, Dunoon offers a choice of shops, restaurants and schools. To the west, the popular marina at Portavadie provides a ferry link to Tarbert south of Lochgilphead town.

Close to Garbhalt are a number of coastal and forest walks, pretty beaches and historic sites as well as a choice of water sports. The renowned Tighnabruaich Sailing School is 30 minutes away and offers a wide range of courses. The area is also known for its culinary offerings with the famous award winning Inver Cottage Restaurant ranked in the UK’s top 50 about one mile away, as well as The Creggans Inn at Strachur and the popular Oystercatcher pub and restaurant at Otter Ferry offering a choice of local seafood dishes.

DESCRIPTION Once a coaching inn and former home of the local blacksmith, Garbhalt (Gaelic for rough burn) enjoys a delightful and very tranquil setting close to the shores of Loch Fyne. The property, now a ruin, is situated on the edge of a small, single track road opposite the picturesque Strathlachlan Church, dating from 1792, complete with Laird’s gallery and the Maclachlan Chief’s coat of arms. To the rear of Garbhalt, the former garden is bordered by a small river which once supplied the house with water. From the garden, the river runs down to meet the Loch at Inver, site of the ruin of Old Castle Lachlan, ancient seat of Clan Maclachlan, with the 18th century New Castle Lachlan close by.

The site offers a superb and very attractive setting for a new build property subject to planning consent. The original property comprises a 1.5 storey house with adjoining barn. Permission to extend the house to the rear and into the barn, together with the installation of a septic tank, was granted a number of years ago and has since lapsed. The original building is now in a very dilapidated state and as such is considered to be unsuitable for development. If required, demolition of the existing building will be the responsibility of the buyer.

To the rear of the property is a generous area of garden extending north and west and includes a number of mature trees. Adjoining Garbhalt to the south is a large field offering scope for use in a variety of ways, including for horses or cattle, or for potential future development subject to the usual planning consents. The boundary of the field is marked by a mix of dry stone walling, wire fencing and the river which runs along the west side. The property and grounds are being sold as seen and the installation of services will be the responsibility of the buyer.

SERVICES, COUNCIL TAX AND ENERGY PERFORMANCE CERTIFICATE(S)

Property Water Electricity Drainage Heating Council Tax EPC

Garbhalt To be installed by buyer

Close by to be installed by buyer

Septic tank to be installed by buyer

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DIRECTIONS The property is situated south of Strachur. On leaving the A83, join the A815 which links with the A886. From the A886 join the B8000 south of Newton, continuing along this road to Garbhalt and Strathlachlan following signs for the caravan park. The property can be found on the right hand side opposite the church and as indicated by the For Sale sign.

POST CODE SOLICITORSPA27 8BU Shaw’s Law Ltd, Scottish Marine Institute, Dunstaffnage, Oban, PA37 1QA

LOCAL AUTHORITYArgyll & Bute Council, Kilmory, Lochgilphead, Argyll, PA31 8RTT: 01546 602 127

ANTI MONEY LAUNDERING (AML) REGULATIONS Please note that under the 2017 AML regulations we are legally required to carry out money laundering checks against purchasers. To enable us to complete these checks purchasers will need to provide along with their offer either:• originals of primary (eg a passport) and secondary (eg current council tax or utility bill) ID; or• copies of such primary and secondary ID certified and dated by the purchasers’ solicitors as true copies along

with written confirmation from the purchasers’ solicitors that they accept that we will be relying on this copy ID for AML purposes.

Failure to provide this information may result in an offer not being considered

MORTGAGE FINANCEGalbraith are approved Agents for the Agricultural Mortgage Corporation (AMC) and we can assist you in securing finance loans for a variety of farming purposes including the purchase of land and property, restructuring debt, and to provide working capital for diversification, improving or erecting farm buildings. For further details and to discuss any proposals in confidence please contact Duncan Barry in our Galbraith Stirling office on Email: Duncan.Barry@galbraithgroup.com

IMPORTANT NOTES1 These particulars are intended to give a fair and overall description of the property. If any points are relevant to your interest, please ask for further information, prior to viewing. Prospective purchasers are advised to seek their own professional advice. 2 Areas, measurements and distances are given as a guide. Photographs depict only certain parts of the property. Nothing within the particulars shall be deemed to be a statement as to the structural condition, nor the working order of services and appliances. 3 These particulars shall not be binding on our clients whether acted on or otherwise, unless the same is incorporated within a written document, signed by our clients or on their behalf, satisfying the requirements of Section 3 of The Requirements of Writing (Scotland) Act 1995. 4 Closing Date - A closing date may

be fixed. Prospective purchasers who have notified their interest through lawyers to Galbraith, in writing, will be advised of a closing date, unless the property has been sold previously. The Seller will not be obliged to accept the highest, or indeed any offer and has the right to accept an offer at any time or withdraw the property from the market. The Seller will not be liable for any costs incurred by interested parties. 5 Offers - Formal offers in the acceptable written Scottish Legal Form should be submitted to the local Galbraith office per these sale particulars, through a Scottish Lawyer, confirming; if an offer is in relation to the whole, or a specific lot, or a combination of lots, and if the offer is subject to the sale of a property, together with proof of funding and Identification. 6 Third Party Rights and Servitudes The subjects are sold together with and subject to all existing rights of way, servitudes, wayleaves and others whether contained in the Title Deeds or otherwise, and purchasers will be deemed to have satisfied themselves in all respects thereof. 7. Photographs taken in December 2019. 8. The property is dangerous and access is strictly prohibited. A metal fence is in place to prevent access and to protect the public and passing traffic. If anyone does enter the property they do so entirely at their own risk. Any damage caused to property or persons as a result of anyone entering the property will be the responsibility of the person entering the property.

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