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Prime Building Plot At Ardbrecknish, Ardbrecknish, Dalmally, Argyll and Bute, PA33

Land size
0.38 acres

Key Features

  • Prime development site in Ardbrecknish
  • Full planning permission for single residential home
  • Short walk to the banks of Loch Awe
  • Open views across to Ben Cruachan
  • Desirable, rural community
  • Services located close by for connection
  • Planning permission in perpetuity

Description

A prime development site, located within the popular hamlet of Ardbrecknish, close to the banks of Loch Awe

Situated just a short distance from the tranquil shores of Loch Awe, Plot 2 presents an exceptional opportunity for prospective purchasers seeking to acquire a prime development site in one of Argyll’s most captivating rural settings. This appealing parcel of land offers the rare advantage of full planning permission for the construction of a single residential dwelling, enabling buyers to move forward with confidence and clarity as they plan their ideal home. With stunning views towards Ben Cruachan, the plot appeals both to those searching for a permanent rural residence and those envisioning a scenic retreat.

Full planning permission in perpetuity has already been granted for the development, removing the uncertainty often associated with new building projects. All relevant planning details are publicly accessible through the Argyll and Bute Council planning portal under reference 21/01433/PP, allowing interested parties to review the approved proposals in depth. This existing consent provides a strong foundation on which to design and create a bespoke home tailored to individual tastes and requirements.

Extending to approximately 0.38 acres (0.154 hectares), the site offers generous space for a thoughtfully designed dwelling, landscaped garden areas, and additional external features such as parking or storage, subject to required consents. Practical infrastructure is already in place,. Plot 2 benefits from access to an installed septic tank, private water supply, and underground electricity connection—significantly reducing the preparatory work needed before development can begin. Further utilities and services are located nearby and can be accessed if required, providing flexibility for future owners.

Access to the plot is via a shared private road from the main public highway, offering a sense of seclusion while retaining convenient connectivity. The plot forms part of the picturesque settlement of Ardbrecknish, a small and characterful rural community positioned within easy reach of nearby villages and towns. Local amenities can be found in Dalmally and Inveraray, while the larger town of Oban—often regarded as the central hub for this part of the west coast—provides a broader range of services, shops, high schools, and transport links to the Scottish islands.

Loch Awe itself is one of Scotland’s most iconic and storied bodies of water. Stretching around 26 miles in length, it is recognised as the longest freshwater loch in the United Kingdom and boasts over 60 miles of picturesque shoreline. The surrounding landscape features some of the most dramatic and memorable scenery in the Highlands, offering endless opportunities for outdoor recreation including fishing, boating, walking, and wildlife watching. The world famous village of Glencoe, known for its breathtaking mountains and rich history, lies just over an hour’s drive to the North, providing yet another highlight within easy reach.

Overall, Plot 2 represents an outstanding prospect for buyers seeking the perfect blend of natural beauty, development potential, and rural tranquillity. With its secure planning permission, existing infrastructure, and enviable location near one of Scotland’s most celebrated lochs, this site offers a wonderful opportunity to create a bespoke home in a truly exceptional setting.

Accessed via a shared private access off the public road, the plot is situated in the settlement of Ardbrecknish, close to the local facilities and amenities in Dalmally, Inveraray and the main central hub of Oban. Loch Awe is one of the most famous lochs in Scotland with over 60 miles of shoreline. It is the longest freshwater loch in Britain measuring 26 miles long set in some of the most outstanding scenery in the Highlands, Glen Coe being just over an hour away.

Loch Awe holds the Brown Trout record at 31lb 12oz and is renowned for trout and pike fishing. Launch and mooring facilities are only 400 yards away. There are many historical sites dotted around its shores including several ruined castles with the most famous being Kilchurn to the northern end and many interesting islands with Innishail, the Burial Isle for the Dukes of Argyll easily accessible.

Dalmally has a thriving Primary School, modern Health Centre, Pharmacy, Post Office, Train Station and Church.

Oban, to the west, is a busy town which offers a wide range of shopping and leisure facilities, as well as a very good range of bars and restaurants. Oban also has a number of primary schools, a high school, a medical centre, a modern hospital and churches of various denominations.
It is known as the “Gateway to the Isles” with an attractive sea front and busy harbour from which the Caledonian MacBrayne ferries operate serving most of the inner Hebridean islands as well as two of the outer Hebridean islands. A railway station lies adjacent to the ferry terminal. The line serves Glasgow and beyond and services run on a regular basis.

Mains services are located close by for connection.

From Oban take the A85 north through the villages of Connel, Taynuilt & Lochawe. Just before Dalmally take the A819 signposted Inveraray and follow this road for 6 miles. Turn right onto the B840 signposted Cladich and Ford. Follow the directions below.

From Glasgow take the A82 north signposted to Crianlarich. At Tarbert take the A83 to Inveraray passing the Loch Fyne Oyster Bar at Cairndow. At Inveraray take the A819, signposted to Oban and Crianlarich, travelling through Glen Aray for approximately 10 miles before turning left onto the B840, signposted to Cladich and Ford.

After approximately 2 miles turn right into the settlement of Ardbrecknish, signposted Ardbrecknish House follow the down the hill and around to the right and the plot is located on the right-hand side.

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Property details

Tenure
Freehold
Council Tax Band
TBC
Date Posted
2026-03-05

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Listed status, conservation areas and planning constraints for this location are in the full report.

Property Features

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Parking
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Garden
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Beyond the particulars: planning activity, flood history, heritage and ground risks, checked for this exact spot.

Connectivity

Broadband

Fastest speed available at this postcode

1.8 Gbps

Gigabit full fibre

Suitable for

  • 4K streaming on every screen
  • Full-time home working
  • Online gaming & big downloads

Mobile signal

CallsDataEE Good GoodO2 Good LimitedThree Limited LimitedVodafone Good Good

Outdoor predictions; indoor signal depends on building materials.

Ofcom Connected Nations postcode-level predictions. Speeds and signal are modelled, not measured, and vary between addresses and providers.

Signal is the easy part. Planning activity, flood history and protected designations here are in the full report.

Nearest Schools

Primary

  • Dalmally Primary School7.2 miles
    Pupils
    30
    Type
    Non-denominational
  • Taynuilt Primary School7.2 miles
    Pupils
    55
    Type
    Non-denominational
  • Inveraray Primary School8.2 miles
    Pupils
    59
    Type
    Non-denominational
  • Strachur Primary School13 miles
    Pupils
    26
    Type
    Non-denominational
  • Furnace Primary School14 miles
    Pupils
    3
    Type
    Non-denominational

Secondary

  • Oban High School14 miles
    Pupils
    1,009
    Type
    Non-denominational
  • Lochgilphead High School25 miles
    Pupils
    408
    Type
    Non-denominational
  • Kinlochleven High School26 miles
    Pupils
    135
    Type
    Non-denominational
  • Dunoon Grammar School28 miles
    Pupils
    745
    Type
    Non-denominational
  • Hermitage Academy29 miles
    Pupils
    1,282
    Type
    Non-denominational

Distances are straight-line from the advertised location. Source: the national school registers (DfE, Welsh Government, Scottish Government) and Ofsted.

Schools are just the start: planning activity, heritage and any flood history here are in the full report.

Amenities

Supermarket

Co-op Inveraray New, Inveraray8.3 miles
Aldi Oban, Oban14 miles
Lidl Soroba Road Oban, Oban14 miles

GP surgery

The Furnace/Inveraray Medical Practice8.2 miles

Pharmacy

Lochview Pharm Ltd7.3 miles

Straight-line distances from the advertised location. Sources: NHS records, Geolytix supermarket locations, OS Open Greenspace and the national trails registers.

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Getting Around

Nearest station

Falls of Cruachan Rail Station3.3 miles

Nearest bus stop

Road End1.8 miles

Typical drive times

Oban45 min · 30 miles
Alexandria1 hr 12 min · 52 miles
Inbhir Aora17 min · 12 miles
Glasgow (city)1 hr 42 min · 76 miles
Ceann Loch Gilb51 min · 31 miles

Straight-line distances from the advertised location; drive times are typical free-flow times over OpenStreetMap road data, so allow more at peak. Public transport locations from DfT NaPTAN.

Easy to reach matters. So do planning activity, flood history and ground risks: all in the full report.

Flood Risk

From SEPA flood map open data, checked around the advertised map pin and allowing for the listed acreage where known. This summary comes from LandSale, the advertising platform, not from the listing agent, and is not part of the agent's particulars. Risk can vary across a single holding, so verify anything critical through your own searches before committing.

Rivers and the sea

Not shown on SEPA's flood mapsLower risk

Surface water

No mapped surface water riskLower risk

The detail behind these bandings

The full report pinpoints where this location sits on the flood maps, and runs the deeper checks that usually only surface after an offer.

  • Exact flood zones & annual chances (included in the full report)
  • Any recorded past flooding (included in the full report)
  • Planning activity nearby (included in the full report)
  • Heritage & conservation (included in the full report)
  • Protected nature designations (included in the full report)
  • Ground risks (included in the full report)

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