South Lodge Plot, Linthill, Melrose, Scottish Borders, TD6 9HU

 A most attractive plot in beautiful countryside with fine open views in a delightful setting within the Linthill Estate. Set in the heart of the Scottish Borders the site is only a short drive from the historic town of Melrose. This quite unique plot was previously occupied by the gatehouse for Linthill Estate. Its generous size, at just over two acres, coupled with the gentle, south facing slope make this an attractive opportunity.

 This quiet plot building plot benefits from renewed planning permission in principle, (valid until November 2021) to build a detached ‘traditional lodge style’ dwelling house, while the remainder of the ground could be developed into a garden or to keep hobby livestock. More details available to download on the Scottish Borders planning portal using the reference number 18/00644/PPP.

Full details of the plans are available at www.eplanning.scotborders.gov.uk using the reference

number 18/00644/PPP and the successful appeal under 18/00030/RREF.

 Around 2 acres or thereabouts.

The purchaser shall be expected to comply with the terms of the planning consent, including the replanting of the former hedgerow along points Z-A-B on the sale plan and making up a bin store area on the property, the approximate location of which is shown purple on the plan although the precise location of the bin store may be subject to negotiation with the local authority when the application for detailed planning permission is submitted. The purchaser will also be expected to keep the visibility splays formed by the vendor, and shown coloured green on the sale plan, clear.

All developers’ contributions have been paid under a historic Section 69 Agreement, it will be the responsibility of the purchaser to bring services to the site.

Mileage

 Melrose and St Boswells 6 miles, Lilliesleaf 1 mile, Edinburgh 44 miles (all distances approximate)

Agents Note

Agents note: Access is via the private, South Drive (nearest Lilliesleaf village) rather than the driveways to Linthill House. Please respect the neighbours of Linthill and do not walk further up the private drive than necessary.

Services

There are no services connected to the site at present, it will be the purchasers responsibility to bring services and drainage to the plot.

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GENERAL REMARKS

Satellite Navigation

The postcode for the property is TD6 9HU

What3words

Imparts.carefully.polar

(please download the application “what3words” for the exact location)

Local Authority

Scottish Borders Council - Telephone: 01835 824 000.

Internet Web Site

This property and other properties offered by Rettie & Co can be viewed on our website at www.rettie.co.uk as well as our affiliated websites at www.rightmove.co.uk www.onthemarket.com and www.thelondonoffice.co.uk.

Servitude Rights, Burdens & Wayleaves

The property is sold subject to and with the benefit of all servitude rights, burdens, reservations and wayleaves including rights of access and rights of way, whether public or private, light, support, drainage, water and wayleaves for masts, pylons, stays, cable, drains and water, gas and other pipes whether contained in the title deeds or informally constituted and whether or not referred to above.

Particulars and Plans

These particulars and plan are believed to be correct, but they are in no way guaranteed. Any error, omission or misstatement shall not annul the sale or entitle any party to compensation nor in any circumstances give grounds for action at law.

Misrepresentations

1. The property is sold with all faults and defects, whether of condition or otherwise and neither the seller nor Rettie Borders LLP, the selling agent, are responsible for such faults and defects, nor for any statement contained in the particulars of the property prepared by the said agent.

2. The Purchaser(s) shall be deemed to acknowledge that he has not entered into contact in reliance on the said statements, that he has satisfied himself as to the content of each of the said statements by inspection or otherwise and that no warranty or representation has been made by the seller or the said agents in relation to or in connection with the property.

3. Any error, omission or misstatement in any of the said statements shall not entitle the purchaser(s) to rescind or to be discharged from this contract, nor entitle either party to compensation or damages nor in any circumstances to give either party any cause for action.

Important Notice

Rettie Borders LLP, 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 in writing or by word of mouth. Any information given is entirely without responsibility on the part of the agents or the sellers. 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, photographs and plans are for guidance only and are not necessarily comprehensive and it should not be assumed that the property remains as photographed. Any error, omission or misstatement shall not annul the sale, or entitle any party to compensation or recourse to action at law. It should not be assumed that the property has all necessary planning, building regulation or other consents, including for its current use. Rettie Borders LLP have not tested any services, equipment or facilities. Purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise and ought to seek their own professional advice.

3. All descriptions or references to condition are given in good faith only. Whilst every endeavour is made to ensure accuracy, please check with us on any points of especial importance to you, especially if intending to travel some distance. No responsibility can be accepted for expenses incurred in inspecting properties which have been sold or withdrawn.