Offers over
£310,000
(£282/sq. ft)
3 bed cottage for saleLanark Road, Auchenheath, Lanark ML11
3 beds
2 baths
1 reception
1,098 sq. ft
EPC Rating: E
Available immediately
Freehold
About this property
Historic Detached Cottage
Generous Sized Plot
Three Hardwired Outbuildings
En-suite Shower Room
Dining Kitchen With Wood Burning Stove
Two Floored & Lined Attic Rooms
Double Gated Driveway
Excellent Access to M74, Nearby Towns & Countryside
Description
Packed with charm and history, this unique three-bedroom detached cottage sits on a generous third of an acre plot in the quiet village of Auchenheath, near Blackwood and Kirkmuirhill. A former school and post office, the property offers a rare opportunity to own a character-filled home with flexible outbuildings and generous outdoor space.
Believed to date back around Circa 125 years, the cottage was originally gifted by the Duke of Hamilton to the school board for use as a school for the children of the village, before later becoming the village post office. Today, it's a beautifully maintained detached home offering spacious accommodation, a large private south-facing garden, and three hardwired outbuildings, ideal for use as a gym, bar, music room or workspace.
Inside, the accommodation comprises a welcoming hallway leading to a bright, front-facing lounge with open fireplace, neutral décor, and fitted carpet. To the rear, the spacious dining kitchen features a wood-burning stove, white cabinetry, laminate worktops, stainless steel splashback and hood, a five-ring cooker with double oven, and space for freestanding white goods.
The principal bedroom enjoys dual-aspect views over the rear garden, a grey carpet, and benefits from a private en-suite shower room, partially tiled with a chrome heated towel rail. The second bedroom also has dual-aspect windows, while the third, front-facing bedroom includes mirrored wardrobes.
A fully tiled family bathroom includes a white three-piece suite with chrome finishes and a shower over bath with glass screen. The property also benefits from two lined and floored attic spaces, providing excellent additional storage or hobby areas.
Heating is provided via a solid fuel system (log or coal stove), and the property has double-glazed windows throughout.
The grounds are a real feature, with a double-gated driveway providing access to the large south-facing rear garden. The outdoor space is laid out in a mix of lawn, slabs, patio, stone chips, mature shrubs, trees and hedging, and is fully enclosed by fencing and stone walls, offering a high degree of privacy.
Three hardwired outbuildings are positioned across the garden: One is set up for entertaining guests, including a bar, family area and Utility/WC, another outbuilding is currently used as a music room, and a third hardwired outhouse. A garden shed offers additional storage, and a large bird enclosure could easily be converted for other pets.
Auchenheath offers a peaceful village lifestyle surrounded by countryside, while remaining well connected to nearby towns including Blackwood, Kirkmuirhill, Lesmahagow and Lanark. The area is ideal for families, with local schooling available at Blackwood Primary, Bent Primary and St John's R.C. Primary, and secondary education at Lesmahagow High School. The M74 is close by for commuting, and there are local shops, cafés and walking routes all within easy reach.
A truly individual property with character, lifestyle appeal and a rich local story, ideal for buyers looking for space, privacy and potential.
Thinking of selling your home? Contact Lanarkshire's Best Estate Agent, as voted by Scotland's Business Awards 2025. Call or visit our website at for a free property valuation.
Council Tax Band: E
Tenure: Freehold
Packed with charm and history, this unique three-bedroom detached cottage sits on a generous third of an acre plot in the quiet village of Auchenheath, near Blackwood and Kirkmuirhill. A former school and post office, the property offers a rare opportunity to own a character-filled home with flexible outbuildings and generous outdoor space.
Believed to date back around Circa 125 years, the cottage was originally gifted by the Duke of Hamilton to the school board for use as a school for the children of the village, before later becoming the village post office. Today, it's a beautifully maintained detached home offering spacious accommodation, a large private south-facing garden, and three hardwired outbuildings, ideal for use as a gym, bar, music room or workspace.
Inside, the accommodation comprises a welcoming hallway leading to a bright, front-facing lounge with open fireplace, neutral décor, and fitted carpet. To the rear, the spacious dining kitchen features a wood-burning stove, white cabinetry, laminate worktops, stainless steel splashback and hood, a five-ring cooker with double oven, and space for freestanding white goods.
The principal bedroom enjoys dual-aspect views over the rear garden, a grey carpet, and benefits from a private en-suite shower room, partially tiled with a chrome heated towel rail. The second bedroom also has dual-aspect windows, while the third, front-facing bedroom includes mirrored wardrobes.
A fully tiled family bathroom includes a white three-piece suite with chrome finishes and a shower over bath with glass screen. The property also benefits from two lined and floored attic spaces, providing excellent additional storage or hobby areas.
Heating is provided via a solid fuel system (log or coal stove), and the property has double-glazed windows throughout.
The grounds are a real feature, with a double-gated driveway providing access to the large south-facing rear garden. The outdoor space is laid out in a mix of lawn, slabs, patio, stone chips, mature shrubs, trees and hedging, and is fully enclosed by fencing and stone walls, offering a high degree of privacy.
Three hardwired outbuildings are positioned across the garden: One is set up for entertaining guests, including a bar, family area and Utility/WC, another outbuilding is currently used as a music room, and a third hardwired outhouse. A garden shed offers additional storage, and a large bird enclosure could easily be converted for other pets.
Auchenheath offers a peaceful village lifestyle surrounded by countryside, while remaining well connected to nearby towns including Blackwood, Kirkmuirhill, Lesmahagow and Lanark. The area is ideal for families, with local schooling available at Blackwood Primary, Bent Primary and St John's R.C. Primary, and secondary education at Lesmahagow High School. The M74 is close by for commuting, and there are local shops, cafés and walking routes all within easy reach.
A truly individual property with character, lifestyle appeal and a rich local story, ideal for buyers looking for space, privacy and potential.
Thinking of selling your home? Contact Lanarkshire's Best Estate Agent, as voted by Scotland's Business Awards 2025. Call or visit our website at for a free property valuation.
Council Tax Band: E
Tenure: Freehold
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