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Merkland House, Strathaven

Land size: 5 acres
Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 1

Key Features

Handsome, traditional, sandstone, family home set amidst beautiful, mature gardens
Exceptional period home conducive with modern family living
Tasteful, newly fitted, dining size kitchen, two-piece cloaks/wc
Stunning formal lounge with feature fireplace and log burning stove
Family room/bedroom four with working fire, stylish family bathroom with free-standing tub
Further three double bedrooms on first floor all enjoying the pretty views
Picturesque, rural setting on periphery of Strathaven with incredible views
Planning permission already granted for stables/garage, driveway for multiple cars
Circa 5 acres of grazing and garden grounds, newly fitted oil central heating system, double glazing
Council tax band - TBC

Description

Set amidst the most picturesque Strathaven countryside enjoying enviable views from its elevated position is this handsome, traditional, sandstone villa. Occupying generous, mature gardens this beautiful period home offers substantial family accommodation within the prettiest of locations. With circa 5 acres and planning consent already granted for stables/garage Merkland House presents a rare opportunity for a family wishing to live a country life within a property of outstanding calibre.

The immaculately maintained and versatile layout of bright and well-appointed rooms comprises; entrance vestibule, broad and welcoming reception hallway, stunning formal lounge with multiple aspects overlooking the grounds, access to rear garden, and striking fireplace with log burning stove inset, sitting room/double bedroom four with feature fireplace and working fire, two-piece cloaks/wc with storage, and newly fitted, tasteful, shaker style, dining size kitchen with integrated appliances, Belfast sink, central island, original detailed cornice work, and access to rear gardens.

On the first floor accessed via a turned staircase and light and airy landing are three, well-proportioned double bedrooms, all of which afford the breathtaking views across the surrounding countryside. The upper floor is completed by a stylish, four-piece, family bathroom with freestanding roll top bathtub.

Further benefits of this wonderful, unique home are double glazing, newly fitted oil fired central heating system, driveway with ample space for multiple vehicles, generous acreage of well-maintained grazing, ornamental pond, and planning permission for stables and/or garage. The well-established gardens stocked with a variety of trees, shrubs, and plants, vast lawn, and pleasant patio area ideal for outdoor entertaining. These stunning gardens have evidently been well-loved by the current owners and provide a fabulous space to enjoy with family and friends.

Agricultural Development Residential Fields Freehold Grazing Land Planning Permission Rural properties Ponds Houses with Land

Map Location

Property details

Tenure: Freehold
Council Tax Band: E
Date Posted: 2026-05-14

Market Value Analysis

Compared with 135 Homes with Land listings in Scotland (5+ acres).

This Property£107,000 / acre

Homes with Land Average (5+ acres) £33,327 / acre

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Energy Performance Certificate

Energy Efficiency Rating

Very energy efficient - lower running costs

CurrentPotential

(92+)A

(81-91)B

(69-80)C

(55-68)D

(39-54)E

(21-38)F

(1-20)G

53 E

79 C

Based on UK Energy Performance Certificate standards (EU Directive 2002/91/EC)

Running costs are one side. Planning activity, flood history and ground risks for this location are in the full report.

Utilities & Restrictions

Utilities

Electricity: Ask Agent
Water: Ask Agent
Heating: Ask Agent
Broadband: Ask Agent
Sewerage: Ask Agent

Rights & Restrictions

Public Rights of Way: Ask Agent
Private Rights of Way: Ask Agent
Listed Property: Ask Agent
Restrictions: Ask Agent

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

Property Features

Accessibility: Ask Agent
Parking: Parking Available
Garden: Garden

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 · available to 88% of premises

Suitable for

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

Mobile signal

OutdoorsIndoorsEE Good LimitedO2 Good NoneThree Good NoneVodafone Good None

Predicted 4G and 5G signal; 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

Sandford Primary School1.3 miles
Pupils
64
Type
Non-denominational
St Patrick's Primary School2 miles
Pupils
101
Type
Roman Catholic
Kirklandpark Primary School2.1 miles
Pupils
367
Type
Non-denominational
Wester Overton Primary School2.3 miles
Pupils
340
Type
Non-denominational
Gilmourton Primary School3.1 miles
Pupils
38
Type
Non-denominational

Secondary

Strathaven Academy1.8 miles
Pupils
1,007
Type
Non-denominational
Larkhall Academy6.6 miles
Pupils
1,234
Type
Non-denominational
Lesmahagow High School6.7 miles
Pupils
634
Type
Non-denominational
Calderglen High School8.3 miles
Pupils
1,280
Type
Non-denominational
Hamilton Grammar School8.5 miles
Pupils
1,302
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

Sainsburys Strathaven, Strathaven1.6 miles

Co-op Strathaven Square, Strathaven1.8 miles

Aldi Strathaven, Strathaven1.9 miles

GP surgery

Alba Medical Group1.9 miles

Pharmacy

Boots Uk Ltd1.8 miles

Walking trail

Gillbank - Craig Bridge646 metres

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

Larkhall Rail Station6.9 miles

Nearest bus stop

Station Road1.7 miles

Typical drive times

Darvel20 min · 12 miles

Hamilton21 min · 14 miles

Larkhall16 min · 8.5 miles

East Kilbride18 min · 11 miles

Glasgow (city)35 min · 25 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

SEPA open data, checked around the advertised map pin for the listed acreage. The map pin for this listing is approximate, so these readings describe the surrounding area. Provided by LandSale, not the listing agent, and not part of the agent's particulars. Risk varies across a holding, so verify before committing.

Rivers and the sea

Not on SEPA's flood maps

Surface water

Mapped risk

Not at the pin: mapped about 10 metres away.

These bandings are the summary. Where this location sits on the flood maps, plus planning activity, heritage and ground risks, is in the full report.

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