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See how verdicts work3-bedroom bungalow · DD8 3SS
For saleListed 354 days
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About
Rosie Fraser Real Estate are delighted to bring to market Smiddy Cottage, a charming three-bedroom detached home set within the picturesque countryside of Glenogil.
Nestled on a generous plot with stunning panoramic views, this property offers a fantastic opportunity to acquire a character-filled cottage with potential to further develop or simply make your own.
Accommodation: The accommodation comprises a welcoming lounge, fitted kitchen, three well-proportioned bedrooms, and a family bathroom all offering excellent scope for modernisation and personalisation.
External Features: A long driveway provides ample off-street parking for multiple vehicles and leads to a single garage.
The surrounding gardens are mainly laid to lawn, offering a wonderful outdoor space for children and pets to enjoy, perfect for those who love countryside living.
Location: Smiddy Cottage is privately positioned yet conveniently located on the edge of the Angus Glens, approximately nine miles north of Forfar and only four miles from the A90, which connects Dundee and Aberdeen.
Nearby market towns of Kirriemuir and Forfar offer local amenities including supermarkets, post office, gp surgery, hotels, butchers, and a primary school.
The city of Dundee is around a 30-minute drive away, providing extensive services such as shopping centres, leisure facilities, two universities, secondary schools, the acclaimed V&A Dundee Museum, and excellent transport links - including railway connections to Aberdeen, Edinburgh, and London (via sleeper service).
Dundee Airport offers daily flights to Belfast and London, while Aberdeen Airport (approximately 56 miles away) provides a range of domestic and European destinations.
Value & comps
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Properties like this can earn 2–3x BTL yields when converted to HMO, with retrofit costs around £10k/room. Sign in to see the full tier, yield projection, and cost breakdown.
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