Plot 1, Former Railway Station, Creetown, Newton Stewart, Dumfries and Galloway, DG8
Scotland
£90,000
Listed on 15/08/2026
Listed on 15/08/2026
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PlotDescription
This unique plot, formerly part of the Creetown Railway Station, presents an exceptional opportunity for development in a picturesque location. Nestled in elevated terrain, it is the last remaining parcel in a small exclusive residential scheme with breathtaking views of the Galloway Hills and Wigtown Bay. Spanning approximately 1380m2, the site benefits from already connected services including mains water and electricity, along with fibre broadband availability. Full planning permission was granted for the construction of three dwellings, providing potential buyers with options for creating bespoke homes tailored to modern living. Access is provided via a private road shared among six neighboring properties, enhancing both privacy and tranquility. With essential amenities just a short drive away in Creetown and nearby towns, this site not only offers a serene lifestyle but also excellent investment potential as the region continues to develop.
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40out of 100
Grade ELow opportunity
Confidence: LOW
This is a plot-led opportunity rather than a renovation project: an elevated setting with open views towards the Galloway Hills, Creetown and Wigtown Bay, plus services on site or available to connect. The listing says planning permission was granted in 2014 for three dwellings across Plots 1, 2 and 3; its current status and applicability to this plot need to be verified. No completed dwelling is shown, so the build and specification are for the buyer to establish.
At £90,000, value versus local £/sqf cannot yet be judged because the floor area is missing. The overall WHOTS score is 40/100, grade E: the setting and development potential have appeal, but the available information does not establish the project economics.
Key opportunities
- Create a new home tailored to your own design and specification on the approximately 1,380m² plot.
- Make the most of the elevated position and open views across the Galloway Hills, Creetown and Wigtown Bay.
- Mains water and electricity are on site, with fibre broadband available subject to connection; the listing also describes shared sewage treatment facilities.
Key risks
- A ground-up build requires a substantial programme and careful budgeting, with the build specification and costs yet to be established.
- Verify that the 2014 planning permission remains valid and applies to Plot 1 before relying on it.
- The private access road has shared maintenance arrangements, and the plot's use of the shared sewage treatment plant is subject to the stated access and servicing terms.
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Plot 1, Former Railway Station, Creetown, Newton Stewart, Dumfries and Galloway, DG8
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