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Overview

About 0.25 ha (0.64 acres).

A superb development plot with outline planning permission on the scenic Isle of Islay.

* Breath taking views over Loch Gorm.

* Services available nearby.

* 1 mile from stunning sandy beach at Machir Bay.

* Potential to acquire additional land.

General

The building plot sits off an unclassified public road to the north of Bruichladdich on the beautiful Isle of Islay on Scotland’s West Coast. The property sits in a fine position with far reaching views in particular across Loch Gorm to the north. The plot is also within easy walking distance (about 1 mile) from the delightful sandy beach at Machir Bay to the west. Islay is known as the ‘Queen of the Hebrides’ with spectacular scenery including golden beaches (one seven miles long situated near the airport), magnificent sea views as well as lush green pastures and heather covered hills. The island is lapped on its West Coast by the Atlantic Ocean and warm Gulf Stream giving it a surprisingly mild climate with very few frosts. Being nearly 25 miles in length and about 20 miles wide, Islay is one of the largest islands in the inner Hebrides and is abundant with wildlife including red deer, seals, otters, and a wide range of birdlife and flora.

There are excellent local amenities available on the island. There is farm shop at Rockside Farm (about 200m) whilst there is a good convenience shop and Post Office in Bruichladdich (about 5 miles). Bowmore (about 9 miles) has further local shopping and secondary schooling whilst primary schooling is available at Port Charlotte (about 7 miles). The island offers wonderful opportunities for a wide range of recreation and leisure pursuits including sailing from Bruichladdich and trout fishing on Loch Gorm, as well excellent hill walking, mountain biking and pony trekking. The island is particularly famous for its whisky production with eight working distilleries including the world famous Lagavoulin, Laphroaig, Bowmore and Bruichladdich distilleries. In addition there is a highly regarded golf course and superb ‘sporting’ opportunities.

The site extends to about 0.64 acres with outline planning permission having been granted in March 2004 for the erection of a single dwelling house. Sitting off a quiet unclassified road, the site enjoys easy access with mains electricity and BT telephone supplies available nearby. The plot enjoys a spectacular and uninterrupted outlook with magnificent views over Loch Gorm to the north and the Papps of Jura visible to the east. A delightful burn (Gleann Osamail) runs through the plot enhancing what is already an area of great natural beauty and would create a charming feature for a sheltered garden. Additional land adjoining the plot (up to 2.18 acres) may be made available subject to separate negotiations. The building plots is shown on the site plan outlined in red and hatched in black whilst the additional ground that may be made available separately is shown shaded as pink.

DIRECTIONS

From Glasgow, take the A82 up the west side of Loch lomond turning onto the A83 at Tarbet. Continue on through both Inveraray and Lochgilphead towards Tarbert on Loch Fyne. The ferry port of Kennacraig is just five miles out of Tarbert. Please note that Kennacraig is simply a ferry terminal and not a town or village however it is clearly signposted from the main road. Ferries are operated by Caledonian MacBrayne (www.calmac.co.uk / +44 (0)1880 730253 (Kennacraig, Argyll) or +44 (0)1496 302209 (Port Ellen, Islay). The ferry crossing takes 2 hours and is operated twice a day in the summer.

From the ferry ports at either Port Askaig (north) or Port Ellen (south) take the A846 into Bridgend. At Bridgend, head west turning onto the A847 and before taking the third right onto the B8018 towards kilcoman. Take the first left turn onto an unclassified road where the plot is located on the left hand side near Rockside farm. (See site plan for further details).

It is also possible to fly to Islay from Glasgow with Logan Air (www.loganair.co.uk).

PLANNING

Outline planning permission has been obtained for the erection of a new dwelling house to the northwest of Rockside Farm, Kilcoman (Please see site plan) dated 17th March 2004 (ref: 04/00464/OUT). Further details are available from the selling agents.

Additional Information

SERVICES

Mains electricity and BT telephone connection are available along the unclassified public road nearby. Drainage facilities are to be to the satisfaction of SEPA and the Local Authorities. Water could be made available through a private borehole (to be drilled on site) or piped from the nearby farm supply. Purchasers should make their own enquiries as to the availability of services to the site and in accordance with the planning consent.

LOCAL AUTHORITY

Argyll & Bute Council

Kilmory

Lochgilphead

Argyll,

PA31 8RT

Tel. 01546 602127

SOLICITOR

Balfour & Manson
54 – 66 Frederick Street
Edinburgh
EH2 1LS

Tel. 0131 200 1200

VIEWING

The property is available for viewing directly from the public road.

Selling Agents / Local CKD Galbraith Office

IMPORTANT NOTES

1. These particulars have been prepared in all good faith to give a fair overall view of the property. If any points are particularly relevant to your interest in the property please ask for further information/verification. The Selling Agents strongly recommend that you discuss any particular points which are likely to affect your interest in the property with them, in order that you do not make a wasted journey.

2. Nothing in these particulars shall be deemed to be a statement that the property is in good structural condition or otherwise nor that any services, appliances, equipment or facilities are in good working order. Purchasers should satisfy themselves on such matters prior to purchase and may wish to instruct an independent survey.

3. The photograph/s depict only certain parts of the property. It should not be assumed that any contents/furnishings/furniture etc., photographed are included in the sale. No assumptions should be made with regard to parts of the property that have not been photographed. Please ask for further information if required.

4. Any areas, measurements or distances referred to are given as a GUIDE ONLY and are NOT precise. Certain measurements have been taken using a laser measuring machine. If such details are fundamental to a purchase, purchasers must rely on their own enquiries.

5. Neither these particulars nor any subsequent communication by us on behalf of the vendors relative to the property shall be binding upon 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 or is granted in pursuance of any such document.

6. Entry

Entry will be mutually agreed.

7. Closing Date

A closing date by which offers must be submitted may be fixed at a later date unless the property has been sold previously. Prospective purchasers who have notified their interest to the Selling Agents in writing will receive a letter drawing their attention to the closing date.

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.

8. Offers

Formal offers in the acceptable Scottish form should be submitted through a Scottish Lawyer to CKD Galbraith, 3 Main Street, Milngavie, Glasgow, G62 6BJ.

Offerors, particularly those from England, should satisfy themselves through their Scottish Lawyer, that they fully understand the implications of offering under Scottish Law.

9. 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.

10. Conditions of Sale

In the event of a purchaser failing to pay the full purchase price on entry, the seller shall be entitled to resile from the bargain and to re-sell the property without prejudice to his right to recover from the prospective purchaser any loss incurred.