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Guide Price£22,000

Land Opposite, 15 Townhead, Dalmellington, Ayr, Ayrshire, KA6

Key Features

  • Building Plot with Previous Planning Permission for Two Residential Units
  • Circa 371 sqm
  • Ideal Self-Build Opportunity/Development Investment

Description

FOR SALE BY ONLINE AUCTION WEDNESDAY 23RD SEPTEMBER 2026 AT 9.00AM - ***FANTASTIC DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITY WITH PREVIOUS PLANNING CONSENT***PIECE OF LAND IN DALMELLINGTON, EAST AYRSHIRE WITH PREVIOUS PLANNING PERMISSION FOR TWO RESIDENTIAL UNITS***DREAM SELF-BUILD HOME OR DEVELOPMENT INVESTMENT***CIRCA 371 SQM***

***An exciting opportunity to acquire a well-located parcel of land in the popular village of Dalmellington, offering excellent potential for residential development.***

This attractive site previously benefited from planning permission for the construction of two residential units, presenting a fantastic prospect for developers, investors, or self-build buyers seeking a ready-considered project (all interested parties should make their own enquiries with the local planning authority regarding renewal or reinstatement).

Situated within an established residential area, the land enjoys a pleasant outlook and convenient access to local amenities, schooling, and transport links, while being surrounded by the beautiful Ayrshire countryside. The nearby Loch Doon and scenic landscapes provide a highly desirable setting for future homes.

Dalmellington offers a welcoming community environment while remaining within easy reach of Ayr and the wider region, making this an appealing location for future homeowners.

A rare opportunity to secure a site with proven development potential in a picturesque and increasingly sought-after area.

***KEY FEATURES***

1. Ideal Location: Situated in the picturesque town of Dalmellington, this land benefits from a tranquil setting while being within close proximity to local amenities, schools, and transportation links.

2. Previous Planning Approval: The land has previously obtained full planning permission for the construction of two residential properties, providing a hassle-free development opportunity for those looking to embark on a new build project.

3. Residential Potential: With the approval of plans, this land would offer the perfect canvas to create two bespoke homes tailored to your preferences. Whether you envision a modern contemporary design or a traditional architectural style, the possibilities are endless.

4. Vibrant Community: Dalmellington offers a warm and welcoming community spirit, making it an ideal place to settle down and enjoy a high quality of life. Local amenities, including shops, restaurants, and leisure facilities, cater to residents' everyday needs.

5. Excellent Investment: The demand for residential properties in Dalmellington is on the rise, making this land an attractive investment opportunity. Whether you choose to build and sell both properties or reside in one and sell the other, the potential for a favourable return on investment is promising.

Link to planning documents:

Don't miss out on this rare chance to acquire a prime land plot with planning permission for two residential builds in the sought-after location of Dalmellington!

***RECENT NEARBY RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY SALES***
- 1, Annbank Road, Mossblown, KA6 5BH - Detached - 3 bedroom - SOLD FEB'26 - £210,000
- West Drumsuie Farm, Drongan, Coylton, KA6 7EF - Semi Detached - SOLD FEB'26 - £182,500
- Wencardo, Carphairn Road, Dalmellington, KA6 7RE - Flat - 3 bedroom - SOLD FEB'26 - £175,000

Dalmellington (Scots: Dawmellinton, Scottish Gaelic: Dail M'Fhaolain) is a market town and civil parish in East Ayrshire, Scotland. The population is 1,284 to 1,500 residents according to recent data.

***TRANSPORT***
*Bus transport (main option)*

Key routes:
52 connects Dalmellington to Ayr Bus Station (main link to wider transport)
352 also runs between Dalmellington and Ayr via nearby villages
356 links Dalmellington with Cumnock and surrounding areas

These routes are mainly operated by Stagecoach West Scotland and serve multiple stops around the village such as Main Street and Bellsbank Road.

Buses run regularly throughout the day, especially toward Ayr, with early morning and daytime departures available.

Other connections:
Additional services (e.g. 14, 42, 347) can be accessed nearby, improving links across South Ayrshire.
A longer-distance coach route (e.g. service 520) connects to places like Castle Douglas.

*Rail transport*
- Nearest train access
The closest rail services are in Ayr, which connects to: Glasgow, Prestwick Airport, Other Scottish cities

*Road transport*
Dalmellington is connected by road to:
Ayr (about 1520 minutes by car)
Cumnock
Rural South Ayrshire areas

***EDUCATION***
The village has two schools within the "Doon Campus": Dalmellington Primary School and Doon Academy.

***THINGS TO DO***

*Nature & outdoor activities*
- Loch Doon: The biggest inland loch in southern Scotland. Great for:
Walking & cycling
Wild swimming (if you're brave!)
Picnics and photography
You can also see Doon Castle ruins on the water

- Carrick Forest Drive: A scenic 6-mile drive through forests and hills
Expect:
Waterfalls
Wildlife
Mountain views

- Galloway Forest Park
A Dark Sky Park amazing for stargazing
Activities:
Hiking
Mountain biking
Wildlife spotting
One of the best places in the UK to see the Milky Way

- Adventure & activities
Adventure sports centre
Offers:
Canoeing & kayaking
Rock climbing
Gorge walking & rafting

*Local history & culture*
- Doon Valley Museum - Small museum showing: Mining history, Local life and textiles, Located in one of the town's oldest buildings

- Dalmellington Motte
A well-preserved medieval earthwork mound
Dates back to around the 11th century

- Dalmellington War Memorial

*Small local experiences*
- Elizabeth James Creations - Gift Shop

*Nearby extras (worth a short drive)*
- More lochs, hills, and trails across the region
- Ideal base for exploring southwest Scotland's countryside

GUIDE PRICE - £22,000

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Date Posted
2026-09-10

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

Connectivity

Broadband

Fastest speed available at this postcode

80 Mbps

Superfast

Suitable for

  • HD streaming
  • Video calls
  • Web & social

Mobile signal

CallsDataEE Good GoodO2 Good GoodThree Good GoodVodafone 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

  • Dalmellington Primary School385 metres
    Pupils
    81
    Type
    Non-denominational
  • Bellsbank Primary School0.7 miles
    Pupils
    111
    Type
    Non-denominational
  • Patna Primary School5 miles
    Pupils
    111
    Type
    Non-denominational
  • St Xavier's Primary School5 miles
    Pupils
    34
    Type
    Roman Catholic
  • Littlemill Primary School6 miles
    Pupils
    28
    Type
    Non-denominational

Secondary

  • Doon Academy385 metres
    Pupils
    240
    Type
    Non-denominational
  • Robert Burns Academy10 miles
    Pupils
    1,734
    Type
    Non-denominational
  • Queen Margaret Academy12 miles
    Pupils
    681
    Type
    Roman Catholic
  • Carrick Academy12 miles
    Pupils
    391
    Type
    Non-denominational
  • Belmont Academy12 miles
    Pupils
    1,211
    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 Dalmellington, Dalmellington184 metres
Spar - Dalrymple, Dalrymple9.3 miles
Co-op New Cumnock, New Cumnock9.8 miles

GP surgery

Dalmellington Health Centre199 metres

Pharmacy

Doon Valley Pharmacy Limited199 metres

Green space

Playing Field24 metres

Walking trail

D12:Dalmellington to Bogton Plantation184 metres

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

The area stacks up? Now check the location itself: planning nearby, protected designations and past flooding.

Getting Around

Nearest station

New Cumnock Rail Station10 miles

Nearest bus stop

Croft Street119 metres

Typical drive times

Ayr24 min · 15 miles
Cumnock21 min · 14 miles
Maybole26 min · 16 miles
New Cumnock17 min · 11 miles
Glasgow (city)1 hr 7 min · 50 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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