FORRESTERQUARTER FARM, BONNYBRIDE, STIRLINGSHIRE FK4 2HA, SCOTLAND

RURAL FARMHOUSE AND STEADING BUILDINGS WITH STRONG  POTENTIAL FOR DEVELOPMENT, SITUATED IN A PRIME CENTRAL LOCATION RETAINING PRIVACY
ALL WITHIN ABOUT 7.1 ACRES OF GRAZING LAND WITH SUPERB VIEWS.

SITUATION

Forresterquarter is a private and secluded rural property however it is centrally situated within minutes of excellent road and rail transport links to Falkirk, 6 miles, and just 2 miles to A80 for Glasgow, Stirling and Edinburgh. Local amenities, primary schools, shops, a library and a community centre are to be found in nearby Bonnybridge. High schools are located in nearby Denny and Falkirk. The surrounding towns and villages provide a wide variety of shopping and other facilities. The property is well located for the local attractions of the Falkirk Wheel, the Forth and Clyde canal and the historic Antoine Wall.
 

DIRECTIONS

From Falkirk take the A803 signposted to Stirling and Glasgow, at the roundabout at the Falkirk Wheel continue on the A803 sign-posted Bonnybridge (Falkirk to Bonnybridge 4 miles). At the roundabout on the high street in Bonnybridge take the B816 towards High Bonnybridge and immediately after crossing the canal bridge turn right onto Seabegs Road towards Allandale. Follow this road adjacent to the canal for one mile and shortly after the end of the Roman Fort area on the left there is a left turn. Turn into this single track lane sign-posted ‘Unsuitable for HGV’s, (Dalnair Road). Continue up the lane, go over a railway bridge and then under a low bridge under the railway and immediately turn sharp right. Around the next left hand turn of the lane you will see Forresterquarter in front of you on the left hand side of the road. Two of the fields included in the sale of Forresterquarter are on either side of the lane on the approach to Forresterquarter.

If approaching from the west on the A80 take the B816 turn off signposted Dullatur and Castlecarey if coming from the Glasgow direction or signposted Bonnybridge and Casletcarey if approaching from the Stirling direction. Keep on the B816 in the Bonnybridge direction, go though Allandale and pass ‘Underwood Lockhouse’ (pub next to canal), approximately a quarter of a mile further on the right is the single track lane (Dalnair Road), and follow directions above.


DESCRIPTION

The property is located in an attractive rural setting. The single storey farmhouse is located in a courtyard setting surrounded by steading buildings which are currently used for equestrian, workshop, storage and garaging purposes. The property has included in the sale several areas of grazing land, which would be ideal for those with equestrian interests, and a small woodland/orchard – in total amounting to just over 7 acres. There are gardens to the north of the property mainly laid to lawn with some mature shrubs and trees. The garden leads onto the grazing pastures which slope gently to the north. Beyond the pastures are fabulous uninterrupted views of the Forth Valley and the Ochil hills.

The property is approached from a quiet country tarmac lane and has gates into the courtyard. The farmhouse is to the north of the courtyard and the steading buildings to the south and west. To the east there is a lawned area with mature trees and shrubs. There is a large dog kennel in the courtyard. The woodland/orchard is located on the opposite side of the lane opposite the gates to the property.

The farmhouse is in need of renovation and there is a large loft space for storage or potential to extend into the roof space. This would suit someone who would like to restore and remodel the property or alternatively the property would be of interest to those who would like to explore the development opportunity of the site. The steading buildings could be useful for equestrian, workshop, storage and vehicle parking or could also be viewed for their development potential subject to the necessary planning permission.
 

ACCOMMODATION

The Farmhouse accommodation comprises the following:

• Entrance & Utility Room Approx 5.85m x 2.3m (19’ 2’’ x 7’ 8’’)
  The Front door leads to a large utility room with ample space for coats and boots with a sink and drainer and a LPG gas boiler, shelving and plumbing for a washing machine and space for a large freezer. This area could be subdivided to create a separate entrance hall with utility room behind. Windows are to the north and west, the westerly view overlooks the orchard. There is strip lighting and vinyl flooring. The entrance leads to the farmhouse kitchen and dinning room area.
  
• Farmhouse Kitchen/Dining Room Approx7.59m x 3.32m (24’ 10’’ x 10’ 11’)
  This room has double glazed windows to the north with views of the garden, grazing land and the Ochil Hills and to the south into the courtyard. The kitchen and dining areas are divided by an archway.
  The kitchen area has fitted units and ample work tops. A sink and drainer is located by the window. Integral oven, hob and microwave, space for dishwasher, large radiator, ceiling light and vinyl floor. The fuse boxes and meter is located in the kitchen area. The dining area has a large radiator, curtains, pelmets, carpet and access to roof space. The kitchen area leads to the hallway.
  
• Hallway Approx 3.73 m x 1.30m (12’ 2’’ x 4’ 3’’)
  Wide hallway, with space for free standing furniture, radiator, carpet and wall lights.
  
• Sitting Room Approx 5.73m x 4.37m (18’ 9’’ x 14’ 4’’)
  A timber panel door leads into a large bright sitting room with a large bay double glazed window facing north overlooking the garden, grazing land and Ochil Hills beyond. The bay window has window seats with storage and a deep sill. Alcove with shelving and storage. Tile surround open fire with gas supply, currently used as LPG gas coal effect fire. Two radiators, carpet, curtains, deep skirting, cornice, ceiling light.
  
• Bedroom 1 Approx 3.91m x 3.74m (12’ 10’’ x 12’ 3’’)
  Timber panel door, walk in linen cupboard, double glazed window facing north, radiator, carpet, curtains, skirting, cornice, ceiling light.
  
• Bathroom Approx 2.83m x 1.26m (9’ 3’’ x 4’ 1’’)
  Corner bath with shower and splash back, WC and wash basin, radiator, deep sill double glazed window.
  
• Bedroom 2 Approx 3.40m x 2.95m (11’ 2’’ x 9’ x 8’’)
  Timber panel door, double glazed window facing south into courtyard, radiator, carpet, curtains, skirting, cornice, ceiling light.
  
• Bedroom 3 (currently used as a Family Room) Approx 4.35m x 3.75m (14’3’’ x 12’3’’)
  Timber panel door, fitted storage cupboard and shelving, alcove with shelving, radiator, carpet, skirting, cornice, ceiling light. Doorway with curtains leading to sun room.
  
• Sun Room Approx 2.9m x 2.64m (9’ 6’’ x 8’ 8’’)
  Glazed on two sides the windows face south and east onto courtyard and side garden. Double glazing tilt and turn windows. Vinyl flooring, strip lighting. Doorway leading to lobby area.
  
• Lobby Area Approx 2.87m x 2.75m (9’ 5’’ x 9’ 0’’)
  A useful lobby area with additional door access to courtyard area. Ample room for coats, boots and storage. Wood panelling and window to south.
  
• Shower Room 1.96m x 1.65m (6’ 5’’ x 5’ 5’’)
  Walk in curved shower, WC, wash basin with wall tiles and mirror above. Glazed window.
   

STEADING BUILDING
 
The traditional stone and slate construction steading buildings are formed in an L shape to the south and west of the property.

The southerly buildings are currently being utilised as follows:
From east to west a stable, a hay store, 3 stalls, a tack room and storage. There are three windows in the stalls area and doors on both the north and south sides of the building. There is power, light and water in the building.

The buildings to the west are currently being utilised from south to north as a workshop, a double garage and a carport which could also be used for a caravan or boat, all with access from the courtyard. The workshop is traditional stone and slate construction which has power and has a partially concreted floor along with ample workbenches and shelving on two sides. The double garage has a corrugated roof, strip lighting and a concrete floor. The car port is constructed from corrugated panels.


LAND INCLUDED IN SALE

Three grazing fields are included in the sale of Forresterquarter one to the north of the farmhouse and two fields to the west one of which has a section of woodland and orchard trees opposite the gate to the farmhouse. The total acreage amounts to about 7.1 acres.
 

CLOSING DATE

A Closing Date may be fixed and we would advise prospective purchasers to register their interest with Bell Ingram Ltd, Durn, Isla Road, Perth, PH2 7HF.

Whilst every effort will be made to ensure that parties having registered their interest will be notified of a closing date this cannot be guaranteed. It should be noted that the vendor reserves the right to accept offers prior to a closing date being set.


IMPORTANT NOTICE

These sale particulars were prepared on the basis of information provided to us by our clients and/or our local knowledge. Whilst we make every reasonable effort to ensure that they are correct, no warranty or guarantee is given and prospective purchasers should not rely upon them as statements or representations of fact. Furthermore neither Bell Ingram Limited or its directors or employees assume any responsibility therefore. In particular.

i) prospective purchasers should satisfy themselves as to the structural condition of any buildings or other erections and the state of repair of any services, appliances, equipment or facilities;

ii) any photographs included in these particulars are for general information only and any furniture or contents shown in there photographs are not included in the sale unless this is expressly stated in these particulars; and

iii) any descriptions, measurements or dimensions quoted are approximate only and references to conditions, planning permissions, services, usage, construction, fittings & fixtures and moveable items are for guidance only.