Summary - Burnside, Forfar, DD8 DD8 2RY
Approximately 4.5 acres of fenced pasture and mature gardens
Set on approximately 4.5 acres in an elevated position, this 5‑bedroom detached family house combines period character with generous modern living space. The original building (circa 140 years) was extended around 2002 to provide about 203 m² (2,186 ft²) of accommodation, including an upper lounge with balcony that captures panoramic Angus countryside views. The house is presented in move‑in condition and benefits from double glazing, oil‑fired central heating and ample parking via a double garage and car port.
Externally the plot is a standout asset: fenced/hedged grounds front and rear, mature gardens and pasture well suited to equestrian or smallholding use. A traditional stone and slate one‑bedroom bothy and a substantial barn/outbuilding adjoin the property; both offer genuine development potential for additional accommodation or ancillary uses subject to planning and building consents. For commuters, the house sits about 2.5 miles from Forfar with straightforward access to the A90.
Practical points to note: heating is oil‑fired and the EPC is band D, which may mean higher running costs than modern alternatives. Broadband speeds are very slow and mobile signal is only average — important for anyone working from home or needing fast online access. The property is in a rural area with limited local services and sits within a wider area classified as very deprived; purchasers should consider ongoing maintenance of older stone buildings and seek planning advice before altering the outbuildings.
Overall this is a rare, spacious family home on a large plot that will particularly suit buyers seeking land, privacy and scope to develop outbuildings. It offers immediate liveability with clear potential for adaption and improvement, balanced by the realities of rural services and energy costs.
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