2 bed detached house for sale

Mooredge, Wanlockhead, Biggar ML12

Mooredge, Wanlockhead



A Rare Countryside Renovation Opportunity with Exceptional Views



Mooredge offers a genuinely exciting opportunity to create something very special in one of Scotland’s most dramatic and distinctive rural settings. Nestled high in the Lowther Hills of the Southern Uplands in the village of Wanlockhead, just south of Leadhills and close to the spectacular Mennock Pass, this period cottage enjoys tremendous views across the surrounding hills and countryside. Requiring complete renovation and refurbishment throughout, Mooredge will undoubtedly appeal to builders, developers or purchasers with the vision to take on a challenging project and transform this characterful property into a beautiful countryside home. While the condition is undoubtedly reflected in the opportunity, the setting, accommodation and outdoor space provide an excellent starting point for someone looking for a truly individual project.

Key Features

Characterful Cottage with Outstanding Views

The property's elevated rural position is one of its greatest assets.

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  Picturesque setting within the Lowther Hills
  
  
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  Tremendous views across the surrounding countryside
  
  
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  Characterful period cottage offering scope for sympathetic restoration
  
  
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  Peaceful rural environment surrounded by outstanding walking and cycling country
  
  

Flexible Accommodation Requiring Complete Renovation

The existing accommodation provides a useful framework from which to create a wonderful new home.

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  Lounge
  
  
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  Two bedrooms
  
  
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  Kitchen
  
  
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  Bathroom
  
  
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  Separate WC
  
  
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  Two ladder staircases providing access to two loft areas
  
  
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  Excellent potential to reconfigure and modernise, subject to any necessary consents
  
  

Extensive Additional Space

There is considerably more to Mooredge than the main cottage.

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  Two adjoining workshop/store rooms
  
  
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  Useful additional areas offering excellent potential for storage, hobbies or workshop use
  
  
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  Two loft rooms providing further space and possibilities
  
  
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  Scope to create a home tailored entirely to the requirements of the purchaser
  
  

Gardens and Extensive Outdoor Space

The property benefits from garden ground in several areas, adding further to its potential.

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  Garden ground extending to the side and rear of the cottage
  
  
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  Further substantial area of garden ground situated directly across the track to the front providing a hillside garden space
  
  
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  Tremendous potential to create landscaped gardens, seating areas or outdoor entertaining space
  
  

A True Renovation Project

Purchasers should be aware that Mooredge is currently in a poor state of repair and requires comprehensive refurbishment throughout

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  Complete renovation required
  
  
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  Property is currently not mortgageable due to its condition
  
  
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  Likely to be suitable for cash purchasers only
  
  
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  Prospective purchasers should satisfy themselves fully as to the condition and renovation requirements before proceeding
  
  
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  An exciting blank canvas for someone with the vision and expertise to undertake a substantial project
  
  

Exceptional Village and Outdoor Lifestyle

Wanlockhead offers a fascinating combination of history, community and spectacular countryside.

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  Located on the renowned Southern Upland Way
  
  
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  Home to the historic Museum of Lead Mining and fascinating mining heritage
  
  
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  Wanlockhead Inn, reputedly Scotland's highest pub, provides a welcoming local hub
  
  
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  Community centre and historic subscription library
  
  
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  Excellent access to the Lowther Hills for walking, cycling, wildlife watching and enjoying the area's renowned dark skies
  
  
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  Nearby Leadhills provides a well-stocked village shop and further local amenities
  
  
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  Sanquhar, approximately 9 miles away via the scenic Mennock Pass, provides a wider range of shops and services
  
  

A Property Full of Potential

Mooredge is certainly not a turn-key home, but that is precisely where its appeal lies. For the right purchaser, this is an opportunity to take a period cottage in an exceptional location and completely reinvent it, creating a unique rural retreat surrounded by some of Scotland's most beautiful upland scenery.

With its stunning setting, tremendous views, garden ground, additional workshops and loft areas, there is plenty here for someone with imagination to work with.

A challenging but hugely rewarding project in a truly spectacular location – Mooredge offers the chance to create something very special from the ground up.

EPC Rating: E

Lounge (5.23m x 3.89m)

Kitchen (3.56m x 3.65m)

W.C (2.61m x 1.46m)

Bedroom (3.86m x 3.57m)

Bedroom (4.08m x 3.91m)

Bathroom (3.47m x 1.52m)

Loft Room (4.73m x 2.81m)

Loft Room (7.89m x 3.54m)

Workshop (3.66m x 3.20m)

Workshop (3.67m x 3.15m)