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Former William Simpson's Care Home... Residential development for sale
Former William Simpson's Care Home, Main Street, Old Plean, Stirling
£950,000
Former William Simpson's Care Home, Main Street, Old Plean, Stirling
£950,000
Our Summary
- IMPRESSIVE HISTORIC B LISTED BUILDING BUILT CIRCA 1836 CURRENTLY PRESENTED TO THE MARKET WITH PLANNING PERMISSION FOR 17 APARTMENTS, OFFERING AN IDEAL DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITY WITH EASY LINKS TO EDINBURGH, STIRLING AND FALKIRKFor sale is the former William Simpson’s Care Home with planning permission for conversion into 17 new flats consisting of 5 x 2 bed, 11 x 1 bed and 1 studio
- A previous planning permission for 14 flats was granted in 2019, and a more recent application in late 2023 sought to increase this to 17 flats, citing improved layout efficiency and commercial viability
- The historic B-listed building is in fairly poor condition and in a partially derelict state
- The current owners have started the landscaping work to ensure that the current planning permission remains in place and have completed a partial strip out to remove building material that was beyond repair, and carry out urgent work to address issues such as leaks in the roof, dry rot and unstable internal fabric
- Development opportunity
- Planning permission for 17 flats
Description
This historic B-listed building, built in 1836, is being sold with planning permission to convert it into 17 apartments, offering a unique development opportunity. The property, previously a care home, is in a partially derelict state and requires renovation. The conservation strategy aims to repair and maintain the original building fabric while providing modern homes. The site is located near the A9, with easy links to Edinburgh, Stirling, and Falkirk. The village of Plean offers local shops and amenities, and nearby Stirling and Falkirk provide a wider range of services. The property also benefits from its proximity to outdoor pursuits, including walking, cycling, and horse riding, as well as good connections to major towns in Scotland and the motorway network.