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Plot of land at Grantshall, Blyth Bridge, West Linton, EH46 7DH

Scotland

£90,000

Listed on 11/06/2026

The listing

Property details

Bedrooms
3
Type
Plot

Features

  • Garden
  • Parking

Description

This is a unique opportunity to acquire a serviced building plot in the picturesque setting of Blyth Bridge, near West Linton. Spanning approximately 0.137 acres, this site was formerly home to Inkbottle Lodge and is surrounded by mature trees, which provide both privacy and an established character. The property comes with detailed planning permission (reference 25/00082/FUL) for the construction of a contemporary detached three-bedroom dwelling featuring designated parking for two vehicles. This approved design not only allows future owners to create a modern family home but also maximizes the benefits of its charming countryside location. With plenty of space available, there is potential to develop a lovely private garden that complements the area’s tranquil setting. Utilities currently include a historic electricity connection (not live), a private water supply within the plot, and existing pipework linked to a historic septic tank, although a new treatment plant will need installation as per the building warrant requirements. Notably, there are no Section 75 or Section 69 Agreements that would complicate development here, making it an attractive proposition for those looking to invest in a desirable Borders locale with easy access to Edinburgh.

WHOTS analysis

Our WHOTS verdict

An internal assessment of the opportunity to acquire, improve and create value.

42out of 100
Grade ELow opportunity

Confidence: LOW

At £90,000, this is a distinctive opportunity to create a three-bedroom detached home on a mature, partly cleared plot in an attractive rural setting. Detailed planning permission is stated to be in place for a replacement dwelling, and the established trees and open countryside give the site real character. The overall score is low, though, with renovation economics difficult to assess from the available information. Floor area is missing, so value versus local £/sqf cannot be judged yet.

Key opportunities

  • Create a contemporary detached family home under the stated detailed planning permission.
  • Make use of the mature trees, privacy and countryside setting when shaping the home and garden.
  • The partly cleared plot offers scope to complete site preparation and establish a private garden.

Key risks

  • Check the planning consent, conditions and implementation requirements, and confirm the Building Warrant requirements for installing a treatment plant within the plot.
  • The historic electricity connection is not live; verify service arrangements and the work needed to make utilities operational.

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Location

Plot of land at Grantshall, Blyth Bridge, West Linton, EH46 7DH
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Transport

Nearest stations

  • Carstairs Rail Station

    11.7 miles

    Train · Carstairs

  • Livingston South Rail Station

    14.1 miles

    Train · Murieston

  • West Calder Rail Station

    14.2 miles

    Train · West Calder

  • Addiewell Rail Station

    14.5 miles

    Train · Addiewell

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Current average 2-year fixed rate is 5.13%

Current average variable rate is 6.58%

Monthly Repayments
£368
Based on a loan of £67,500 over 30 years at 5.13% interest

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