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See how verdicts work3-bedroom detached house · G63 0TE
For saleReduced £12.5k (−10%) on 22 SepListed 60 days
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Description Planning Consent - An exciting opportunity to acquire an exceptional residential building plot extending to approximately 1 acre, situated in the highly desirable village of Balfron.
With planning permission already approved for a maximum four-bedroom dwelling, this substantial plot offers purchasers a rare opportunity to create a superb bespoke family home in one of Stirlingshire's most sought-after locations.
The generous site provides excellent scope for a spacious and thoughtfully designed property, with a landscaped front garden creating an attractive approach to the property and enhancing the overall setting.
The approved planning permission provides a strong foundation for a future build project, while the scale of the plot offers excellent scope for private gardens, landscaped grounds and outdoor living space.
The proposed layout and generous site would be ideally suited to those seeking a larger family home with the opportunity to create a property tailored specifically to their own requirements.
Balfron is a popular and well-established village, offering an excellent combination of countryside living and convenient access to nearby towns and cities.
The village provides a good range of local amenities, including shops, cafés, restaurants, community facilities and schooling, making it a particularly attractive location for families.
Surrounded by some of Scotland's most beautiful countryside, the area offers an outstanding range of outdoor pursuits, with excellent opportunities for walking, cycling, golf, fishing and other country activities close at hand.
The nearby Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park provides a spectacular natural setting and countless opportunities to enjoy the outdoors.
Balfron is also well placed for commuting, with road links providing convenient access towards Glasgow, Stirling and the wider Central Belt.
The nearby A81 and A811 connect the village with surrounding communities, while rail services are accessible from nearby stations, providing further options for travel.
This is a rare opportunity to secure an approximately one-acre residential building plot with planning permission already approved for a four-bedroom dwelling, complemented by a landscaped front garden and generous surrounding grounds.
The plot offers the perfect opportunity to create a substantial bespoke home in a beautiful rural setting while retaining excellent access to local amenities and major transport links.
Value & comps
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