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Cuminestown Road, Fyvie, Turriff, Aberdeenshire AB53

A Water Tank with a Difference | Fyvie, Turriff, Aberdeenshire

Looking for a property opportunity that is anything but ordinary?

Set in Fyvie, near Turriff in Aberdeenshire, this unusual parcel of land incorporates a partially submerged water tank and offers sufficient land to potentially create a residential dwelling.

But this isn't your conventional plot of land...
For the right buyer, the existing water tank could become an integral part of an incredibly distinctive home, guest accommodation or quirky Airbnb-style retreat - creating a property unlike anything else in the area.

Imagine transforming the existing structure into part of a unique living space, incorporating its unusual form into the design rather than simply building around it. With creative architectural thinking, the tank could potentially become a stand-out feature and the centrepiece of a truly individual property.

Unique homes are increasingly attracting attention, and the concept of repurposing unusual structures such as water towers and tanks has already been explored in a variety of imaginative residential projects.

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The Opportunity
Unusual partially submerged water tank
Land of a size that may offer potential for a house
Opportunity to explore incorporating the existing tank into a future design
Potential for an individual home, holiday accommodation or other creative concept
A genuinely unusual proposition for someone looking to create something different

Please note: The land and water tank are being offered without planning permission. Any development, conversion, change of use or proposed future scheme would be entirely subject to the necessary planning permissions, consents and approvals. Prospective purchasers should carry out their own investigations and satisfy themselves as to the development potential with the relevant planning authority before proceeding.

Could you turn the unusual into the extraordinary?

This is not a conventional plot - and that's precisely what makes it interesting.

For an imaginative buyer, architect, developer or entrepreneur, this could be the starting point for something completely unique.

More Than Just a Water Tank...
Even if a residential conversion does not ultimately receive planning permission, the property could still appeal to a buyer with a creative vision.

The existing partially submerged tank is an unusual structure in its own right and could potentially be incorporated into a variety of future concepts - from a striking architectural or landscaping feature, water-storage or rainwater-harvesting project, workshop or storage space, to a creative art or design installation. Its sunken position could also lend itself to an imaginative courtyard, garden or other bespoke outdoor concept.

For an entrepreneur or creative buyer, the tank could even become the defining feature of a future visitor-accommodation concept, subject to planning, building standards, licensing and all other necessary consents.

Ultimately, this is a property for someone who sees possibility rather than convention. There is no planning permission currently in place, so purchasers should make their own enquiries with Aberdeenshire Council and the relevant authorities regarding any proposed use or development. The Council also offers pre-application planning advice for local development proposals, including conversions and small-scale business projects.

The question isn't simply "What is it?" - it's "What could it become?"

The property is situated in Fyvie, a historic village in the Formartine area of Aberdeenshire, close to the market town of Turriff. Fyvie is perhaps best known for the impressive Fyvie Castle, Garden & Estate, an historic castle with a history stretching back around 800 years, set amongst attractive grounds, woodland and a picturesque loch. The castle lies just off the A947, around 8 miles south-east of Turriff and 25 miles north-west of Aberdeen, providing a rural setting while remaining within reach of larger towns and the city.

Fyvie itself offers local day-to-day amenities, while nearby Turriff provides a wider range of shops, cafés, supermarkets and leisure facilities. The combination of countryside, heritage and accessibility makes the area an appealing setting for someone looking to create an unusual home or potentially explore a distinctive visitor accommodation concept, subject to the necessary planning consents.

For anyone considering the potential of a quirky short-term accommodation project, the surrounding area also offers plenty for visitors to explore, with Fyvie Castle and its gardens, walks and wider Aberdeenshire countryside providing natural attractions close to the property.

This lot will be sold under auction terms and conditions by Braveheart Auctions.

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