STRONAFYNE FARM ARROCHAR, ARGYLL & BUTE

STRONAFYNE FARM ARROCHAR, ARGYLL & BUTE

STRONAFYNE FARM, ARROCHAR, ARGYLL & BUTE, G83 7AJ Tarbet 2 miles Helensburgh 19 miles Glasgow 42 miles Attractive amenity estate situated in an accessible location within the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park Stronafyne House Stronafyne House 4 bed traditional farmhouse Ardachy House 4 bed modern house let for holiday accommodation Stronafyne Cottage 2 bed traditional cottage Range of traditional outbuildings suitable for a variety of alternative uses Modern workshop with let income potential Productive block of pasture and hill ground Land with development potential close to village (subject to necessary consents) Private but accessible location Sporting potential. For Sale as a Whole or in Two Lots. Lot 2 - Ardachy House CKD Galbraith National Farm Sales Centre Suite C Stirling Agricultural Centre Stirling FK9 4RN T: 01786 434600 F: 01786 450014 E: stirling@ckdgalbraith.co.uk Savills Glasgow 163 West George Street Glasgow G2 2JJ T: 0141 222 5875 E: glasgow@savills.com

Cottage GENERAL Stronafyne Farm is an attractive amenity estate situated within the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park adjacent to the hamlet of Succoth on the shores of Loch Long. The property is situated just to the north of the settlement of Arrochar, some 2 miles to the west of the village of Tarbet, which sits on the banks of Loch Lomond, a renowned tourist spot. The property benefits from excellent access directly onto the A83 which links onto the A82 leading into the centre of Glasgow. Local day to day services are provided in the rural settlements of Arrochar and Tarbet, with the larger populations of Helensburgh and Alexandria allowing for a wider range of amenities and services, all within 20 miles of Stronafyne. Scotland s largest City of Glasgow is 42 miles to the south with world renowned shopping outlets, businesses and entertainment. Glasgow Airport is within an hour s (35 miles) drive and offers regular flights to London and a wide range of international destinations. The immediate area is well suited to the outdoor enthusiast being within the boundary of the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park. There is a large range of recreational pursuits including water sports such as canoeing, kayaking, windsurfing all offered on Loch Lomond and Loch Long, the Loch Lomond Sailing Club is located at the north of the Loch with organised races throughout the year. There is also on land activities such as walking and cycling with the Arrochar Alps situated at the head of Loch Long which contains 5 Munros and a range of Corbetts. There are excellent fishing opportunities nearby for salmon, sea trout, brown trout and course fishing for both fly and trawled fishing. Primary schooling is available locally at Arrochar Primary School with secondary schooling at the Hermitage Academy in Helensburgh with a bus provided to and from the town. There is a variety of private schooling within an hour s drive in Glasgow or Lomond School in Helensburgh. The rural nature of the area ensures it is well provided for by agricultural contractors and machinery dealerships. The renowned livestock markets of Stirling and Dalmally are within an hour s drive. DESCRIPTION Stronafyne is an attractive amenity property comprising three residential properties equipped with a range of modern and traditional outbuildings and a useful block of pasture and hill grazing land extending to approximately 58.33 Ha (144.13 Acres). Stronafyne House is a traditionally built property offering spacious family accommodation over two levels. There are two further residential properties which are currently let out to provide additional income streams. Adjacent to the main farmhouse there is a traditional outbuilding which has been converted for use as an office space and for storage. The building would present further development potential subject to all necessary planning and building consents. The property also benefits from a modern workshop which historically benefited from an operator s licence for commercial purposes. The holding is split into 3 principal blocks of land which are accessed via a network of private tracks and internal field gates which lead directly from the A83. The farmland within the subjects extends to about 60.52 Ha (149.54 Acres) of which about 43.42 Ha (107.29 Acres) are pasture, 12.60 Ha (31.13 Acres) of hill grazing with the remaining being the banks of the Loin Water and roads, yards and buildings. METHOD OF SALE The property is offered for sale as a whole or in two lots as follows: LOT 1 STRONAFYNE FARM ABOUT 59.49 HA (147.00 ACRES) STRONAFYNE FARMHOUSE Stronafyne is an attractive traditional farmhouse with stone built walls under a slate roof with an area of lawn to the south and a gravel frontage and parking area surrounding the property. The house comprises well proportioned accommodation over two floors including two public rooms on the ground floor with views to the south, and four bedrooms (one ensuite) and a family bathroom on the first floor. The accommodation layout is shown in more detail within the floor plans. The property is approached by a private road running adjacent to the Loin Water culminating in a parking area outside the house. STRONAFYNE COTTAGE Stronafyne Cottage is situated to the north of Stronafyne Farmhouse and is of traditional stone construction under a slate roof with a harled exterior. The property has a large attractive garden area which is predominantly laid to lawn.

OUTBUILDINGS Traditional Steading Range (External Dimensions: 22m x 5.7m + 8m x 12.8m) Adjacent to the farmhouse there is a large L-shaped traditional steading range of stone construction under a slate roof. The building was recently converted for use as office space with an adjoining former bothy. The building also contains a large store garage with a roller shutter door. There are no live planning consents within the steading for alternative uses but there may be scope to develop the building (subject to gaining the necessary planning consents) for either residential use or as holiday accommodation. Garage (4.53m x 9.58m) To the north of Stronafyne House there is a stone built outbuilding with a mono pitch roof. Dutch Barn (10.36m x 4.66m) Situated to the north of Stronafyne Farmhouse and of steel portal frame construction with timber side panelling under a corrugated tin roof Stable Block Situated to the west of the cottage there is a timber built stable block with hay loft above and accommodation for a number of horses. Modern Workshop (16.81m x 18.74m) The modern workshop is situated to the west of the principal building group and is accessed via a private road. The building is of steel portal frame construction under a box profile roof with a concrete floor. The shed is currently used for general storage and benefits from planning consent for use as a workshop and store. Historically the site benefited from an operator s licence for use as a haulage yard. The shed is surrounded by a large area of hard standing which is utilised for further storage. FARMLAND The farmland within lot 1 lies to the north and west of the residential properties and outbuildings extending to approximately 59.49 Ha (147.00 Acres) including roads, yards and buildings. The land is classed as predominantly Grade 4.1, 6.1 and 6.3 by the James Hutton Institute and is all utilised for grazing with approximately 31.09 Ha (76.82 Acres) of permanent grazing of which 30 Acres had been historically used for fodder production with the Loin River running south, splitting the main block of land. There is a further 23.88 Ha (59.01 Acres) of rough grazing and hill ground. The land is predominantly of a southerly aspect rising from 4m above sea level at its lowest point on the southern boundary adjacent to the A83 to its highest point of 80m above sea level in the northern boundary of the land. GUN CLUB There is an area of land extending to 1.25 Ha (3.09 Acres) located to the west of the main block of land which is currently let on an informal basis to the local Arrochar Gun Club. LOT 2 ARDACHY HOUSE ABOUT 1.08 HA (2.67 ACRES) Ardachy House is situated just to the south of Stronafyne House in a private position, and benefits from its own separate access which leads from the farm road. The building was built in 1995 of modern timber frame construction, with brick walls, under a tile roof. The property enjoys stunning views over the Arrochar Alps and has a large open garden which surrounds the house. There is a large lounge with a wood effect oil stove and a spacious dining kitchen. The master bedroom is spacious with ensuite facilities including a luxurious spa bath. All bedrooms afford delightful views over the surrounding countryside. The accommodation layout is shown in more detail within the floor plans. The property is surrounded by a gravel driveway and a large garden area surrounds the property which is mostly down to lawn. Ardachy House is currently let as self-catering holiday accommodation achieving an average rent of 800/week with a 70% occupancy rate per annum. LOT 2 LAND 1.08 HA (2.67 ACRES) The land in Lot 2 extends to approximately 1.08 Ha (2.67 Acres) and lies to the south and west of house and is currently down to pasture with an area of adjoining woodland providing amenity and shelter. The land to the south of house may present potential for future development and could be used to create a further dwelling, subject to the necessary planning consents. SPORTING The topography of the land together with the neighbouring woodland plantations have helped to establish an ideal environment for stalking with approximately 12 stags and 8 hinds shot per annum. There is also trout and occasional salmon fishing on the Loin Water. DEVELOPMENT CLAWBACK The missives of sale for the farmland will be subject to the purchaser(s) granting a Standard Security in favour of the Sellers to claw back 30% of the uplift in value, in the event of planning permission being granted for development for any purpose other than agricultural over any part of the farmland being obtained subsequent to the date of entry for a period of 30 years. DIRECTIONS From the South: Head north on the A82 through the settlement of Tarbet with the road continuing on as the A83. Follow the A83 west for approximately 2 miles to the village of Arrochar. Continue west past the petrol station before taking the second right onto the hardcore road. Stronafyne Farmhouse and Cottage are situated in a group adjacent to the farm building at the end of this road. POSTCODE G83 7AJ SOLICITORS Friels Solicitors Coatbridge, North Lanarkshire ML5 1AJ T: 01236 421 136 W: www.frielssolicitors.co.uk ENERGY PERFORMANCE CERTIFICATE The Energy Rating for each property is as follows: Stronafyne House F26 Stronafyne Cottage D55 Ardachy House D56 Stronafyne House Stronafyne House Stronafyne House

Lot 2 - Ardachy House Lot 2 - Ardachy House Lot 2 - Ardachy House SERVICES Stronafyne House Stronafyne Cottage Electricity Heating Water Drainage Mains Mains Oil Filled Central Heating Oil Filled Central Heating Ardachy House Mains Oil Filled Central Heating LOCAL AUTHORITY Argyll and Bute Council Kilmory, Lochgilphead, Argyll PA31 8RT T: 01546 605 522 E: enquiries@argyll-bute.gov.uk SGRPID Cameron House Albany Street, Oban PA34 4AE T: 0300 244 9340 F: 0300 244 9331 E: sgrpid.oban@scotland.gsi.gov.uk Mains Mains Mains Septic Tank Septic Tank Septic Tank BASIC PAYMENT SCHEME (BPS) 2017 There are no Basic Payment entitlements available for transfer as part of this sale. A purchaser would have to apply to the Scottish Government Rural Payments and Services Division to establish their own entitlements on the land. LESS FAVOURED AREA SUPPORT SCHEME (LFASS) All of the land has been designated as being within a Less Favoured Area. IACS All of the land is registered for IACS purposes. The farm code is 144/0001. LAND MANAGEMENT OPTIONS There are no Land Management Options currently in place on the land. SITE OF SPECIAL SCIENTIFIC INTEREST (SSSI) Part of the land to the east of the holding is subject to the Glen Loin SSSI due to areas of Upland Mixed Ash Woodland and Upland Oak Woodland. Further details can be found on the Scottish Natural Heritage Website www.snh.gov.uk ENTRY A date of entry will be by mutual agreement. SPORTING RIGHTS Insofar as these rights form part of the property title they are included with the sale. TIMBER All fallen and standing timber is included in the sale insofar as they are owned. MINERALS There are substantial sand and gravel deposits within the extent of the land that could be quarried subject to necessary contents. The mineral rights are included in the sale insofar as they are owned by the Seller. THIRD PARTY RIGHTS AND SERVITUDES There is an unrestrictive right of access in favour of the Sellers of Stronafyne Farm over the road marked A-B on the sale plan. There is a corepath which runs along the south and eastern perimeter of the Farm along the private road which is owned by the Forestry Commission. Further details are available via www.lochlomond-trossachs. org/corepathmaps 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. INGOING VALUATION The purchaser(s) of Stronafyne Farm shall, in addition to the purchase price, be obliged to take over and pay for, at a valuation to be agreed by a mutually appointed valuer(s), with respect to the following: 1. All cultivations and growing crops on a seeds, labour, lime, fertiliser, sprays and machinery basis with an increment representing the enhanced value of the establishment and age of such crops. 2. All hay, straw, fodder, roots, silage and farmyard manure and other produce at market value. 3. All oils, fuel, fertilisers, sprays, chemicals, seeds, and sundries at cost. There will be no ingoing valuation once the current crop has been removed. Note: If the amount of the valuations has not been agreed on the date fixed for completion, then the purchaser shall pay to the Seller such a sum as the Selling Agents shall certify on account at the valuation pending agreement. Should the payment not be made within seven days then the interest will become payable on outstanding monies at 8% over Bank of Scotland borrowing rate. DEPOSIT A deposit of 10% of the purchase price shall be paid within seven days of completion of Missives. Such Deposit will be non-refundable in the event of the purchaser failing to complete for reasons not attributable to the Seller or their Agents. VIEWING Viewings are strictly by prior appointment and only through the Selling Agents. HEALTH & SAFETY The property is an agricultural holding and appropriate caution should be exercised at all times during inspection. MORTGAGE FINANCE CKD Galbraith 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 Robert Taylor on 0800 389 9448. Email: robert.taylor@ ckdgalbraith.co.uk

Lot 2 Lot 1 Lot 1 IMPORTANT NOTES 1. 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 CKD 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 Scottish Legal Form confirming; if an offer is in relation to the whole, or a specific lot, or a combination of lots, and if an offer is subject to the sale of a property, together with proof of funding, should be submitted to: CKD Galbraith LLP, Suite C, Stirling Agricultural Centre, Stirling FK9 4RN. Tel: 01786 434600 Fax: 01786 450014 Email: stirling@ckdgalbraith.co.uk 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 May 2016 8. Particulars prepared May 2017.

Stronafyne Farm Arrochar Argyll & Bute G83 7AJ Stronafyne Farm Arrochar Argyll & Bute G83 7AJ Ordnance Survey Crown Copyright 2016. All rights reserved. Licence number 100022432. Plotted Scale - 1:35000 Ordnance Survey Crown Copyright 2016. All rights reserved. Licence number 100022432. Plotted Scale - 1:250000