Property overview

We are delighted to present to the market this south-facing building plot with full planning permission to construct a four-bedroom detached home with a separate double garage.

The sale of the plot offers prospective purchasers the opportunity to build a home which is well situated approximately 2 miles from Ballater and approximately 42 miles from Aberdeen. Enjoying a rural location which boasts beautiful views.

The plot is approximately 0.45 acres, with planning consent for an attractive four bedroom detached dwelling house measuring approximately 201sqm and boasts a newly laid tarred entrance to the site from the main road.

Location

Located near the Bridge of Gairn on the outskirts of the attractive Victorian village of Ballater, the plot enjoys scenic views of the surrounding hills. The Scottish residence to the Royal Family, Balmoral Castle, lies approximately 6 miles away and attracts local and global visitors alike. The property will enjoy the advantage of numerous nearby low-level walking routes, including the Seven Bridges walk which is easily accessible from the plot.

The local area is renowned for its splendid countryside and breathtaking scenery, most notably Lochnagar mountain and Loch Muick. There is a wide range of leisure pursuits available locally, including golf, horse riding, mountaineering and off-road cycling at all levels. There is also ample opportunity for winter sports, with skiing at Glenshee, the Lecht and Aviemore. Fishing, stalking and shooting are available by arrangement with local estates. The Old Deeside Railway Line provides excellent cycling or walking routes into Ballater and towards Aberdeen.

Services

A new mains water system has recently been installed to serve a number of properties locally and a servitude will be granted by the Seller to the Purchaser to connect into this, the pipework lying within 50 metres of the plot. Electricity and telephone services lie nearby.

Access will by way of the shared, partially tarred, driveway to the west of the plot.

The Estate shall have the right to trim or remove any trees, bushes, or other obstructions within the plot that may interfere with the visibility splay at any time.

Planning permission

Copies of the planning permission, site plans and ancillary documents are available for inspection by interested parties by prior arrangement at our Ballater office. The planning documents can also be viewed via the Aberdeenshire Council website, using references APP/2023/1306.

Directions

Travelling from Aberdeen take the main A93 to Ballater and continue through the village towards Braemar. Continue on the A93 over the Bridge of Gairn, Site East of Newton of Gairn is located on the left hand side, approximately 2 miles out of the village of Ballater, clearly indicated by our MacKinnon’s For Sale Board.

Surrounding Area

Ballater – Approx 2 miles

Overlooked by Craigendarroch Hill, Ballater includes a wide range of coffee shops, restaurants, specialist and everyday shopping. Such is Balmoral’s association with the village, many of the local shops bear the Royal Warrant. The restored B listed railway station with historical connections to Queen Victoria and the Royal Family, now provides a unique dining experience, visitor centre and library. With a regular bus service providing transport to both Braemar and Aberdeen along Deeside, primary schooling is catered for within Ballater, while secondary education is at Aboyne Academy.

 Braemar – Approx 15 miles

Braemar is a thriving village known for its world famous Gathering every September. Amenities include a selection of independent shops, chemist, Greens supermarket, Farquharson’s Bar and Kitchen and the Fife Arms Hotel and Spa, home to the Flying Stag pub. There is a primary school in Braemar, with secondary education at Aboyne Academy.

Aberdeen – Approx 42 miles

Aberdeen provides all the services of a major city, including business, leisure and health facilities, theatres and cinemas, restaurants and a wide range of shops. There is private schooling including Robert Gordon’s College, St Margaret’s and Albyn, as well as the International school at Pitfodels. There are two universities and colleges of further education. The Aberdeen Western Peripheral Route now provides a quicker commute to areas north and south of the city centre, including Aberdeen International Airport. Within Aberdeen there are regular train services, including an overnight train to King’s Cross London.